The European Central Bank is having a crypto cold sweat. They’re especially concerned, though, with how a more crypto-friendly US might shift the playing field. Their mania is spurred by the prospect of a Trumpian revival and by the growing competition posed by dollar-backed stablecoins. Their proposed solution? A last-minute...
Zone is pushing for the development of a “regulated blockchain,” akin to Ethereum, with government-backed regulators in control. This initiative is designed to pair the security, transparency, and programmability of blockchain technology with the benefits of real-time, on-chain regulation. Zone’s vision is that with the advent of regulated blockchains a...
We constantly hear about blockchain killing commercial banking as we know it, or revolutionizing supply chains. Yawn. But the real revolution? It's unfolding in the vibrant, often overlooked, corners of Southeast Asia, where blockchain isn't just about money, it's about empowerment. Together, these programs aim to put artists and creators...
The TEAMZ Summit 2025 in Tokyo. Ten thousand attendees. Japan loudly declaring itself a Web3 hub. All sounds impressive, right? I couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment, a sense that a crucial voice was missing: the vibrant, disruptive, and utterly essential voice of Southeast Asia's creative Web3 revolution.Let's...
As someone who’s spent decades diving into the deep end of technology fads, I’ve seen it all, from social media’s early dawn to AI’s current explosion. And believe me when I say that blockchain is the most misunderstood technology I have ever seen. It is no longer only about Bitcoin—it’s...
It showcased the power of community as it brought together the best industry leaders, innovators and enthusiasts to dive into the thrilling convergence of #Web3 and #ArtificialIntelligence. The summit was held at the famous Toranomon Hills Forum. It quickly grew to be the essential convening space for conversations, partnerships, and...
The TEAMZ Web3・AI Summit 2025 is now in the books, but its impact on the global tech landscape will be felt for years to come. The summit, Japan’s largest of this kind ever held, convened world leaders, disruptive innovators, next generation investors, and global companies. Each of them convened to...
Blockchain technology is advancing at a rapid pace. Once connected primarily to cryptocurrencies, it’s now emerging as a major change agent across different sectors. Its decentralized, secure, and transparent nature offers innovative solutions to longstanding challenges, promising increased efficiency, enhanced security, and greater trust. Read on to find out how...
The cherry blossoms have long since fallen, and the sake consumed. At the same time, the ripples from TEAMZ Summit 2025 are still reverberating with force in the Web3 universe. Some call it a victory. It’s emblematic of Tokyo’s receptivity to a decentralized, self-driving, transit-connected future — old and new,...
Or think about Sarah, a single mom with two jobs, who is just starting to get comfortable with the concept of crypto. She’d listened to the siren songs of life-changing returns, a golden ticket to tee up her children’s future. She was irresistibly attracted to the idea of earning a...
