Zilliqa integrates and makes EVM native, launches Ethereum Bridge 

Zilliqa, a high-performance, proof-of-stake blockchain using a unique sharding mechanism, is now compatible with Ethereum. Zilliqa is EVM compatible In an update on May 19, Zilliqa said they have integrated the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) on the mainnet, making the machine native to their blockchain. Because of this incorporation, Zilliqa said the development is a massive step and would increase the number of developers working on its rails. Considering the interoperability with Ethereum, which is by far the most active smart contracting platform by total value locked (TVL), Zilliqa developers can now…

NFT Collection Deadfellaz Launches Streamingfellaz, a Video Utility Extension

Called Streamingfellaz, the tool will let Deadfellaz token holders, also known as The Horde, to utlize the collection’s intellectual property (IP) beyond the artwork itself. Holders can represent themselves as their Deadfellaz NFT on platforms including Google Meet, Twitch, Zoom and YouTube, tracking users’ movements and body language to bring their tokens to life on screen. Source

TBD, Bitcoin-Focused Unit of Jack Dorsey’s Block, Launches Development Toolkit for Web5 Project

CryptoX – Cryptocurrency Analysis and News Portal MIAMI BEACH, Florida – TBD, a division of Jack Dorsey’s financial-technology company Block (SQ), has launched a new open-source toolkit for its Web5 project, designed to make it easier for developers to create decentralized Internet applications. Source The post TBD, Bitcoin-Focused Unit of Jack Dorsey’s Block, Launches Development Toolkit for Web5 Project appeared first on CryptoX. CryptoX Portal

Ripple launches CBDC and stablecoin issuance platform

Ripple, a leading crypto solutions company, has introduced the Ripple CBDC Platform, a comprehensive solution for central banks, governments, and financial institutions to issue their own central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and manage the lifecycle of fiat currencies. Barely 24 hours after purchasing a controlling stake in Metaco, a Swiss-based firm specializing in tokenization and digital asset custody, Ripple, the fintech firm in charge of the XRP altcoin, has launched a new stablecoin and CBDC issuance platform. With over 90% of countries actively exploring CBDCs to enhance financial inclusion and…

OpenAI launches official ChatGPT app for iOS, Android coming ‘soon’

OpenAI has launched the official version of its AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT on Apple’s App Store, and hints an Android version is alcoming “soon.” ChatGPT and the advances in artificial intelligence has become a point of great interest among the crypto community, some of whom have already leveraged the nascent technology to create entirely new tokens. According to a May 18 announcement, the ChatGPT app syncs user chat history with its web version and features voice input supported by OpenAI’s speech recognition model Whisper. OpenAI says it’s rolling out the app…

Coinbase One launches amid regulatory challenges

Coinbase launches its subscription service, Coinbase One, in 35 countries, signaling a shift in its revenue model amidst ongoing legal disputes with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Coinbase has announced the launch of Coinbase One, a new subscription service, in 35 countries worldwide, including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Ireland. The initial roll-out is slated to expand to 31 more countries in the near future, though a specific timeline remains unclear. The shift towards a subscription-based model comes in the wake of challenges faced by Coinbase in…

Coinbase launches zero trading fee subscription service

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is set to launch its subscription service called “Coinbase One” across 35 countries. Initially, only customers in the United Kingdom, Germany and Ireland will have access to Coinbase One. According to the May 18 announcement, Coinbase One aims to provide features such as zero-fee trading, amplified staking rewards and exclusive benefits through partnerships with industry players such as Messari and CoinTracker for a monthly fee of $29.99. Furthermore, Coinbase plans to collaborate with other partners — such as Alto IRA (Individual Retirement Account), Blockworks’ Permissionless and Lemonade —…

Revolut Launches Business Offering in Australia, Seeking Banking License

Revolut believes that license would help to ensure higher consumer confidence. Crypto-friendly fintech company Revolut has introduced an international payment-targeted business account for customers in Australia, as it is allegedly operating to safeguard a banking license. The London-based company provides a wide range of fiat payment services for customers in Europe and Australia. It also rolls out crypto services like purchasing and selling a specific number of crypto assets that also include Bitcoin. In some particular regions, it also offers access to crypto-staking. In conversation with the CEO of Revolut’s…

Crypto.com Adds New Tokens to Its Wallet Service and Launches AI Assistant

By using the ChatGPT-based AI assistant, people can get answers to their questions about Crypto.com’s suite of products and services. Crypto.com, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has recently announced some exciting updates to its platform. Crypto.com has added support for three new tokens to its fiat-to-crypto on-ramp service, which is part of its DeFi Wallet. Moreover, the exchange has also launched a virtual assistant based on the GPT API to help customers with their queries. New Tokens Supported by Crypto.com Pay According to the update, users will now be able to…