Blockchain Technology

In the flourishing domain of digital assets, the importance of astute analysis and forward-thinking cannot be overemphasized. One individual whose name resonates with such attributes is David Alderman, a seasoned Research Analyst at Franklin Templeton Digital Assets. With a solid footing in the...

Crypto Aid Israel, a collective of influential figures in the crypto industry, on Thursday, announced raising over $185,000 to aid Israelis affected in the region's conflict with Hamas. The funds were distributed to various NGOs, aiming to provide immediate relief to those most in...

Carlos Vivas, director and senior principal engineer at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), is recognized for his contributions to the world of technology and finance. DTCC touts a significant global footprint, serving as the premier post-trade market infrastructure. Vivas'...

Stablecoin issuer Tether (CRYPTO: USDT) announced on Friday the appointment of Paolo Ardoino as its CEO, effective from December 2023. He will succeed Jean-Louis van der Velde, who will remain involved in an advisory capacity while maintaining his CEO position at crypto exchange Bitfinex...

Brendan Berry stands out as a seasoned product management professional with an expansive career journey that spans leading tech companies. Currently serving as the Head of Payments Product Management at payment protocol Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP), Berry steers the helm of its payment...

Mark your calendars for Benzinga's Future of Digital Assets conference on Nov. 14, where Matt Keller will delve deep into the realm of the decentralized web. Keller stands at the forefront of driving social transformation through technology, specifically by leveraging the Algorand (CRYPTO: ALGO...

Fresh data from the cryptocurrency sector has sounded alarms in investment circles, as crypto venture capital (VC) activity saw a sharp decline in the third quarter of 2023. Both capital invested and deal count in the crypto domain are now at their nadir since the fourth quarter of...

Amid the ongoing trial of FTX (CRYPTO: FTT) founder Sam Bankman-Fried and allegations of misusing customer funds, newly revealed content from an ongoing court case indicates that the founder contemplated discontinuing Alameda Research's operations in 2022. What Happened: During the trial,...

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) has initiated its inaugural collateral settlement using blockchain technology. The bank's Tokenized Collateral Network (TCN) facilitated BlackRock Inc. (NYSE: BLK) in converting shares from one of its money market funds into digital tokens. These tokens were...

Crypto exchange HTX affiliated with Huobi Global, has announced the recovery of assets misappropriated by a cyber intruder in September, subsequently rewarding the individual with a 250 Ether (CRYPTO: ETH) incentive for their cooperation. The breach, which took place on Sep. 25, saw a significant 5...

Bitcoin inscriptions, a new way to store data on the Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) blockchain, have surpassed 35 million since their inception in January. Ordinals are digital artifacts that can be inscribed onto Bitcoin using the Ordinals protocol. They can be anything from text files, images, and audio...

Fireblocks CEO Michael Shaulov calls Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) recently shared insights with Benzinga on the role of traditional banks, the rise of stablecoins and Bitcoin's potential as an "insurance instrument" against potential government system collapses. What Happened: Anyone...

Yuga Labs CEO Daniel Alegre announced on Friday a major restructuring that included layoffs across various teams. This came during an intensifying focus on expanding into the metaverse, signaling a strategic shift in the company's priorities. As the digital assets...

The world of cryptocurrency has been buzzing with significant events, controversies, and breakthroughs this year. From regulatory challenges to technological advancements, the crypto landscape has seen it all. And now, all eyes are set on Benzinga's upcoming Future of Digital Assets...

Jaynti Kanani, Polygon's (CRYPTO: MATIC) co-founder, has revealed his decision to take a step back from his active role in the project, marking his first break in six years. According to a tweet on Oct. 4, Kanani intends to embark on "new adventures" and will continue to support...