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GBA Business Confidence Index increment on record high

Resumption of normal travel boosts business confidence

Standard Chartered and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) today released the GBA Business Confidence Index (GBAI) for the first quarter of 2023. The current performance for “business confidence” jumped 11.8 points to 51.3, which was also the first above-50 print since the fourth quarter of 2021. The expectations index leapt to 61.5, the 16.4 points jump was the biggest on record since GABI was launched in the second quarter of 2020. The better-than-expected GBAI reflected that companies in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) had regained confidence as normal travel between Hong Kong and Mainland China fully resumed.

Mr Kelvin Lau, Senior Economist, Greater China, Standard Chartered, and Ms Irina Fan, Director of Research, HKTDC, announced the latest “GBA Business Confidence Index” (GBAI) at a press conference today (17 April).

Sub-indices surge across board
Both the current performance and expectations sub-indices for business activity of all industries rose. Financial Services (59.8) and Innovation and Technology (54.3) topped current performance index; while Professional Services (65.2, up 19.1 points), Manufacturing and Trading (61.3, up 17 points) and Financial Services (67.4, up 16.9 points) showed the strongest improvements in expectations index.

Dongguan, Guangzhou and Shenzhen lead bulls
The current performance and expectations sub-indices rebounded for business activity in all GBA cities; Foshan (55.1), Dongguan (53.5) and Hong Kong (51.6) performed better for the time being, while the strongest growth in expectation index was registered in Dongguan (69.6, up 32.5 points), Guangzhou (67.7, up 24.6 points) and Shenzhen (60.8, up 13.7 points).

Sustained recovery expected
“As Mainland swiftly acquired herd immunity after the reopening early this year, economic activities have resumed speedily. This was reflected in the ‘business confidence’ level of companies operating in GBA rebounding significantly in the first quarter this year,” said Mr Kelvin Lau, Senior Economist, Greater China, Standard Chartered.

“With the support of government policies and boundary reopening, we see little reason to doubt the sustainability of the post-COVID recovery for now. As many GBA companies are still operating below pre-COVID levels, there appears plenty of room still for GBA businesses to play catch-up and return to trend,” he added.

Hong Kong sub-indices hit peak
Ms Irina Fan, Director of Research at the HKTDC, said: “The increase in current performance index was prompted by the sharp rise in new orders. It is also worth noting that the profit index (52.5) returns to expansionary territory, showing business improvement for those interviewed.”

“In addition, the two sub-indices for Hong Kong hit the highest level since GBAI was launched in the second quarter of 2020, reflecting that local companies are turning optimistic for the city’s outlook.”

Industrial production, services and fixed-asset investment growth all reaccelerated in the first two months of this year, she added. “The recent string of encouraging macro data explained the positive sentiments, confirming that China’s economy has turned the corner post-COVID.”

Back to normal by 2024
The GBAI is the first forward-looking quarterly survey in the market that looks at the business sentiment and synergistic effects in cities and industries across the GBA. It is compiled based on a survey of more than 1,000 companies in the GBA covering the manufacturing and trading, retail and wholesale, financial services, professional services and innovation and technology sectors. The index enables investors and businesses to better understand the current business climate, gauge future performance prospects and formulate their market strategies for the GBA.

Close to two-thirds (65%) of the interviewees said relaxation of mainland pandemic measures would positively impact their business for the rest of this year. More than half (53%) of the respondents said they had raised the business targets since the resumption of normal travel earlier this year. About 60% of them expected business – in terms of workforce, capacity utilisation, orders and sales – back to or exceeding the pre-COVID level in the fourth quarter.

Improved consumption on the mainland is expected but respondents remain concerned about rising raw-material costs, geopolitical tensions and intensifying competition within the industry. They hope expanding domestic demand, new GBA-specific policies, more attractions for foreign investments and more supports to the private sector will further improve the business operating environment.

Related materials
– Standard Chartered GBA Business Confidence Index Report: https://bit.ly/3A3GmKZ
– HKTDC Research: https://research.hktdc.com
– Photos download: https://bit.ly/3mynG2Y

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About HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn.

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Cipher-Core, Inc. Signs Agreement

A Business Agreement was mutually signed by CIPHER CORE, Co., Ltd. a Japanese Corporation (CC), 100% a subsidiary of CIPHER-CORE, Inc. US publicly held company (OTC PINK:CFCI) and Prabhu Bank Ltd.(PBL) a Nepalese leading banking and financial service group located in Nepal which has a Class A Financial Institution license and regulated by the Central Bank of Nepal.

Whereas CC will provide its Overseas Remittance Service in Japan using CC’s software, “CIPHER REMIT” previously called “COMPASS” providing convenience, safety, quickness and drastically less expensive, enabling the customers to transfer their money through Smart-Phone without visiting the bank, wallet to wallet.

Whereby Prabhu Bank Ltd. (Merged with Century Commercial Bank) will be designated as a receiving company or an intermediary delivery company to deliver the Transfer Amount to the beneficiaries in the Territory. It is said that as of today 100,000 Nepalese are working in Japan who are monthly transferring their earned money of 100,000 yen in average (about US$ 770 equivalent) to Nepal.

Mr. Takstoshi Nakamura CEO/President of CIPHER-CORE, Inc. said that CC’s ultimate goal is to have Central Bank of Nepal evaluate the value of CC’S software called “CIPHER CASH PLATFORM” for its Central Bank Digital Currency program.

Invited to Katmandu, Nepal, Mr. T. Nakamura lectured to major officers and executives of Central Bank on software of “CIPHER CASH PLATFORM” how it works more appropriately to their CBDC project saying that the ledger systems currently used for the above two online settlement methods is not only time consuming but already reaching its limits to perform accurately the current batch & offset processing without error.

We will provide correct and effective solutions to use “digital cash” without using the ledger system in various financial fields using “complete cipher” that protects even Quantum computer attacks.

Mr. Nakamura’s lecture was highly accepted and was invited to join the Work Shop.

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SOURCE: CIPHER-CORE, Inc.

Chain Revolutionizes Blockchain Infrastructure With Chain Cloud 2.0

Next Generation Enterprise-grade Blockchain Infrastructure Powered by Industry-leading Independent Cloud Platform Vultr

Chain, a blockchain-based technology company on a mission to enable a smarter and more connected economy, just announced the highly-anticipated global release of Chain Cloud 2.0. Chain Cloud’s latest version is set to revolutionize the deployment and management of blockchain nodes for both developers and institutional clients, with lightning-fast speeds and an intuitive user interface. Running on Vultr’s cloud infrastructure platform, Chain Cloud 2.0 delivers the highest performance and availability across over 30 cloud data locations worldwide.

Chain Cloud v 2.0 – Chain Cloud 2.0 powered by Vultr

“Chain Cloud v2 is designed to streamline the deployment and management of blockchain nodes for developers and enterprise clients. With our partnership with Vultr, we are confident that this product will continue to drive innovation and help accelerate the adoption of blockchain technology,” said Deepak Thapliyal, CEO of Chain.

Chain Cloud 2.0 is the ultimate solution for businesses and organizations looking to leverage the full potential of blockchain technology. Chain Cloud 2.0 offers a fully interactive dashboard that empowers developers and institutional clients to manage their nodes, monitor analytics, scale their servers as needed, and much more. With Vultr’s high-performance cloud infrastructure, Chain Cloud 2.0 is optimized for maximum flexibility and speed, ensuring that users can quickly and easily spin up and configure blockchain nodes within minutes. Built on Vultr, Chain Cloud 2.0 delivers simplified infrastructure deployment to all Chain Cloud users.

“Blockchain infrastructure provides an essential foundation for Web3 to revolutionize transactions, payments, and business models,” said J.J. Kardwell, CEO of Constant, the parent company of Vultr. “Chain Cloud is helping deliver the enterprise-grade infrastructure demanded by businesses worldwide to accelerate Web3 innovation. As the cloud infrastructure platform for Chain Cloud 2.0, we are excited to partner with Chain to deliver unmatched performance and global reach to blockchain developers and enterprise clients worldwide.”

To learn more, visit https://www.chain.com/enterprise/cloud.

About Chain
Chain is a blockchain infrastructure solution company that has been on a mission to enable a smarter and more connected economy since 2014. Chain offers builders in the Web3 industry services that help streamline the process of developing, and maintaining their blockchain infrastructures. Chain implements a SaaS model for its products that addresses the complexities of overall blockchain management. Chain offers a variety of products such as Ledger, Cloud, and NFTs as a service. Companies who choose to utilize Chain’s services will be able to free up resources for developers and cut costs so that clients can focus on their own products and customer experience. Learn more: https://chain.com.

About Constant and Vultr
Constant, the creator and parent company of Vultr, is on a mission to make high-performance cloud computing easy to use, affordable, and locally accessible for businesses and developers around the world. Constant’s flagship product, Vultr, is the world’s largest privately-held cloud computing platform. A favorite with developers, Vultr has served over 1.5 million customers across 185 countries with flexible, scalable, global Cloud Compute, Cloud GPU, Bare Metal, and Cloud Storage solutions. Founded by David Aninowsky, and completely bootstrapped, Constant has become one of the largest cloud computing platforms in the world without ever raising equity financing. Learn more at www.constant.com and www.vultr.com.

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Blockpass Achieves ISO Info Security Certification from British Assessment Bureau

Blockpass is proud to announce that, through consulting and advisory firm Charmwood Risk Management, Blockpass UK is now certified to ISO 27001 by The British Assessment Bureau, a UKAS Accredited Organisation. The award of this certificate (meeting the requirements of BS EN ISO/IEC 27001:2017) confirms Blockpass’ ability to provide KYC and AML tools for cryptocurrencies, Defi and other regulated industries globally, demonstrating the suitability of Blockpass for companies seeking regulatory solutions in any jurisdiction. The certificate is available to view here: https://cvs.babcert.com/babcert.asp?c=241611&v=k34q1g2c2q

Charmwood Risk Management is a consulting and advisory firm with a global team specializing in supporting businesses with; implementation, internal auditing, staff training and maintenance of a broad range of ISO Management Systems Certifications such as ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 9001, ISO14001, ISO 45001, and many more including technical specifications such as Tisax and PAS 2060 (Carbon Neutrality) and bespoke supply chain audits. Charmwood Risk Management are also approved providers of technical consultancy services by several UKAS Accredited Certification Bodies.

The British Assessment Bureau awards internationally-recognised certificates that are accredited by UKAS – the government-appointed national accreditation body for the United Kingdom. Accreditation by the British Assessment Bureau determines the competence and integrity of organizations, with the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management standard requiring businesses to securely manage information assets and data to an internationally recognised standard, as well as providing a robust approach for managing assets including customer and employee details, intellectual property, financial information and third-party data.

Blockpass is a digital identity verification provider which provides a one-click compliance gateway to financial services and other regulated industries. Through Blockpass, users can create, store, and manage a data-secure digital identity that can be used for an entire ecosystem of services, token purchases and access to regulated industries. For businesses and merchants, Blockpass is a comprehensive KYC & AML SaaS that requires no integration and no setup cost. You can set up a service in minutes, test the service for free and start verifying and on-boarding users. Currently, with around one million verified user identity profiles, Blockpass facilitates instant onboarding, and to date over a thousand businesses have taken advantage of this opportunity to get access to users, including those with unhosted wallets, with reusable digital identity profiles.

Anthony Matthews, Managing Director Charmwood Risk Management Ltd, said: “Congratulations to all at Blockpass UK, this is an excellent achievement! ISO Management Systems are fully embedded within the culture and ethos of everything Blockpass does. Since the company embarked on their journey and successfully achieved UKAS Accredited Certification to ISO 27001 with the British Assessment Bureau, all of the staff have truly embraced the principles of ISO, from the board of directors to the delivery teams. We very much look forward to working with you all and being part of your continued future success.”

“We’re very happy to have achieved this certification, which joins our recent Cyber Essentials Plus certification in showcasing our ability to provide safe and secure solutions.” said Adam Vaziri, Blockpass CEO. “Whilst we ensure we keep to the highest standards for regulatory requirements and good practices, it is vindicating to have the standard of our work verified by an internationally trusted body such as the British Assessment Bureau.”

Blockpass has grown significantly in size and use since its inception, both in the number and range of users and organizations it has partnered with and the scope of its work. Blockpass continues to develop its digital identity protocol with updates and additions to improve the compliance experience. The existential need for DeFi projects to be regulatory compliant and the recent integrations and legal developments have led to a surge in interest for Blockpass’ On-Chain KYC(R), the only live zero knowledge solution for Crypto KYC, and Unhosted Wallet KYC solution finally enabling blockchains and DeFi platforms to have a compliance layer. Through its work with Animoca Brands from early 2022, Blockpass provides a zero knowledge KYC service where the delivery of the verification result is provably sent and shown on a blockchain without sharing the underlying data. This represents a significant step towards the future Blockpass hopes to bring about where identity verification can be proved without revealing any personal information at all.

About Blockpass
Blockpass is building trust in the Crypto Economy by providing….
– A home for all your Crypto KYC needs – KYC & AML for DeFi, exchanges & blockchains, Travel Rule provision for regulated VASPs, and blockchain forensics.
– A decentralized network of around one million crypto enthusiasts with portable KYC profiles and around one thousand business customers.
– The fastest, most affordable, fully stacked KYC & AML screening in the Crypto sector.
– The first and only KYC & AML “Crypto Travel Rule” solution for unhosted wallets.

In 2021, Blockpass was invited to enter the Cohort 7 of the UK Financial Conduct Authority Sandbox to offer a pilot our solutions for the UK market. Blockpass also introduced the On-Chain KYC(R) solution that enables customers to access zero-knowledge verification of users so they can access provably completed verifications and adhere to standards without seeing the underpinning data. In 2022, Animoca Brands and Yuga Labs utilized On-Chain KYC(R) when they verified over 150,000 users in the $320 million Otherside NFT sale – the largest to date in Crypto sector history.

The Blockpass App is available from the App Store and Google Play. For more information and updates, please visit and sign up to the following:
Promotional video: https://youtu.be/SvO2cw3e-SI
Website: http://www.blockpass.org
Email: sales@blockpass.org

SNS Network Technology Posts 4Q Net Profit Jump of 40.5%

Group declares second interim single-tier dividend of 0.25 sen per share for FY2023
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) products and services industry remain resilient for both government and private sector

SNS Network Technology Berhad, an ICT products, services and solutions provider, today announced that the Group’s profit after tax (PAT) for the fourth quarter ended 31 January 2023 (4Q FY2023) increased by 40.5% to RM16.77 million compared with RM11.94 million in the immediate preceding quarter (3Q FY2023).

SNS recorded revenue that gained 46.2% to RM509.86 million in 4Q FY2023 compared with RM348.84 million in 3Q FY2023. For the quarter under review, there was a 44.6% rise in profit before tax (PBT) to RM22.09 million compared with RM15.28 million in 3Q FY2023.

For FY2023, the Group registered RM43.72 million in PAT as well as PBT of RM57.36 million on RM1.40 billion in revenue. There are no comparative figures on a year-over-year basis as SNS was listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia on 2 September 2022.

Managing Director of SNS, Ko Yun Hung, said, “The commercial channel of our business remains the mainstay as the Group continued to see commendable growth in revenue and profitability. The demand cuts across industries and is from both the government and private sectors. Just recently we won a tender from the Ministry of Education valued at RM41.33 million through our Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) offering that addresses the gap for learning through the upgrade of devices and technology for students and teachers. Our DaaS offering provides convenience for businesses and organizations, enabling us to support our customers in their digital transformation journey. Additionally, the DaaS business model allows us to retain our customers with a higher likelihood of service renewal and generate recurring revenue for up to five years.”

“As we look ahead to the market in the technology industry, we anticipate a growing demand for digital transformation projects. With our expertise in this area and a proven track record of successful implementations, we are well-positioned to secure more projects in the coming months. As businesses and organisations continue to embrace digitalisation, we remain committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet their evolving needs and help them stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive landscape.”

The Group has also announced a second interim single-tier dividend of 0.25 sen per share with an ex-date of 10th of May in respect of FY2023 to be paid on 26th of May 2023.

SNS Network Technology: 0259 [BURSA: SNS], https://www.sns.com.my/

Crypto.ro Announces Crypto Event ‘The Alliance’

Crypto.ro proudly presents their first-ever crypto event, “The Alliance,” offering a unique opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and gain exclusive insights into the cryptocurrency world.

Crypto.ro, a leading online platform for cryptocurrency and blockchain news, is proud to announce its first-ever crypto event, “The Alliance.” This annual gathering will take place on Sept. 21, 2023, in the vibrant city of Timisoara, Romania, which has also been designated the European Capital of Culture for 2023.

The Alliance aims to foster crypto adoption and strengthen the European crypto community by bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts from across the continent to share the latest crypto news.

With the inaugural event in Romania, The Alliance will become an annual fixture in the European crypto calendar, moving to a different country each year. This innovative and exciting approach ensures that the event will continue to engage and connect with the ever-evolving and diverse European crypto community.

The Alliance will feature an array of expert speakers, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, all designed to educate, inspire, and encourage collaboration among participants. Attendees can expect insightful presentations on topics such as decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and the future of digital currencies, as well as information on the best crypto to invest in.

Crypto.ro’s founder, Alex Numeris, expressed his excitement about the upcoming event: “We are thrilled to host the first edition of The Alliance here in Romania, especially during the year when Timisoara is the European Capital of Culture. Our goal is to create a space where crypto enthusiasts, industry leaders, and newcomers alike can come together to learn, share, and collaborate. The Alliance will help drive crypto adoption and foster a thriving community across Europe.”

For more information about the event, including the full schedule and list of speakers, visit events.crypto.ro

About Crypto.ro
Crypto.ro is a premier online platform dedicated to providing the latest bitcoin news, analysis, and insights about the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry. Founded in 2020, Crypto.ro has rapidly become a trusted source of information for crypto enthusiasts, investors, and professionals across Europe.

The platform offers a variety of resources, including a free cryptocurrency course, articles on the best crypto exchanges and more.

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Tradition Meets Innovation – A Digital Certificate for Authentic Italian Products

ORIGYN and FederItaly partner to give trust back to consumers using blockchain technology

Fake “Italian” products are a rising concern, with the market estimated to be worth over EUR 100 billion worldwide. Despite protected status and regulations, even iconic Italian products like Parmigiano Reggiano are not immune to counterfeiting, with the fake market worth $2 billion, close to the sales of authentic Parmigiano at $2.7 billion.

Representing over 7,000 registered companies and diverse businesses across all sectors, FederItaly is a dynamic non-profit federation dedicated to safeguarding “Made in Italy” and fighting the damaging effects of Italian-sounding products to Italy’s economy and reputation.

FederItaly has partnered with the ORIGYN Foundation, a Swiss non-profit that uses cutting-edge blockchain technology to prove authenticity, identity, and ownership of valuable assets through digital certificates. These certificates will include multimedia elements like images, documents and even entire applications. By leveraging the foundation’s powerful digital certification technology, FederItaly aims to protect Italian brands and consumers alike.

ORIGYN’s innovative technology is built on the Internet Computer, the most cost effective and greenest blockchain in existence, developed by the DFINITY Foundation, which ensures the utmost transparency and security in the fight against counterfeit Italian products.

“FederItaly’s partnership with ORIGYN marks a milestone in certifying Italian products, promoting economic and social empowerment. With the Senate event, initiative of Senator Gianpietro Maffoni, we are launching the certification process, starting from the Consortium of Extra Virgin Oil from Monti Tifatini, located in a region facing economic and social challenges,” said Carlo Verdone, President of FederItaly.

The “FederItaly 100% Made In Italy” mark offers a trusted symbol of authenticity and quality. Companies must undergo a rigorous validation to ensure that all materials and processes originate from Italy. The resulting digital certificate, securely stored on the Internet Computer blockchain, provides all the essential details, from the product’s origin to its maker, accessible with a simple scan of the product’s QR code.

“ORIGYN Foundation is delighted to collaborate with FederItaly and DFINITY to help protect the integrity of Italy’s finest products and creations, whose authenticity is passionately sought by so many the world over,” said Mike Schwartz, ORIGYN Co-Founder and Councilmember.

FederItaly and ORIGYN are also developing a secure and decentralized e-commerce platform for small and medium-sized Italian businesses, with the ultimate goal to promote and preserve Italian excellence globally.

Starting from March 21, 2023, FederItaly will accept application requests for the “FederItaly 100% Made in Italy” digital certificate using the ORIGYN certification platform.

About ORIGYN
ORIGYN creates powerful biometric digital certificates that prove authenticity, identity and ownership of valuable assets, securely and permanently storing their data on the blockchain. ORIGYN’s digital certification technology establishes an irrefutable connection between a physical asset-such as luxury watches, jewelry, gemstones, manufactured goods and fine artworks-and a forgery-proof, customizable digital certificate, while also offering a host of value-added services to businesses and consumers. ORIGYN serves as a universal, global certification standard for increasing trust, securing data and generating new revenue streams for businesses through digital certificates, which have now officially launched worldwide. Headquartered in Neuchatel, Switzerland, ORIGYN operates as a foundation dedicated to its mission to build trust in what is most valuable. For more information, visit origyn.com.

About FederItaly
FederItaly is the premier Italian federation dedicated to protecting, promoting and disseminating the excellence of “Made in Italy” products and services worldwide. Established in 2021, the organization quickly established itself as a leading voice among companies and media outlets. With over 7,000 registered companies, 12 trade associations, 5 consortia, and over 500 professionals, FederItaly has a proven track record of success in promoting the best of Italian production and professional excellence.

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Cassidy Esper
cassidy@origyn.ch

SOURCE: ORIGYN Foundation

The DLT Science Foundation Makes its Public Launch to Revolutionize Industries and Society

The DLT Science Foundation Makes its Public Launch to Revolutionize Industries and Society with Distributed Ledger Technology
With the support of Hedera, the DLT Science Foundation will empower cutting-edge education, research and innovation in DLT through its open network of world-class universities.
Initial members include esteemed global research institutions IIT Madras, LSE, NUS, UCL and UZH

The DLT Science Foundation (DSF), a global, non-profit organization, launched today with the goals of expanding knowledge and adoption of, and removing barriers to, fundamental breakthroughs in the field of distributed ledger technology (DLT).

Central to the Foundation’s plan to support the responsible adoption of DLT is a comprehensive set of programmes that will offer support in three key areas:

Education – for students, executives and developers: courses, labs and educational material
Innovation – for entrepreneurs: open innovation programs, accelerators, workshops, hackathons, industry-academia knowledge transfer
Research – for academics, Postdocs and PhDs: grants and fellowships

This support will be provided by the Foundation itself and through the use of grants to members of the DSF University Network. This network will feature a diverse array of leading universities from all over the world. Initially, the network comprises Indian Institute of Technology Madras, London School of Economics, National University of Singapore, University College London, and University of Zurich.

Other institutions that share the DSF’s vision of promoting DLT are invited to join the DSF University Network and enjoy exclusive access to proprietary tools providing valuable insight into the crypto market and data for research purposes.

The DSF has been initially supported by Hedera, the open-source, leaderless proof-of-stake network, which will also lend valuable DLT expertise to the DSF University Network.

The first call for grant proposals opens today, offering funding up to 5 million US dollars for eligible individuals and organizations.

The DSF was conceived by two visionaries: Professor Paolo Tasca and Nikhil Vadgama. Prof. Tasca is a renowned economist who possesses a wealth of experience in both the industry and regulatory aspects of distributed systems. He is the founder of the acclaimed UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies (CBT). Nikhil Vadgama is a Senior Technology Executive, the Deputy Director of UCL CBT, and a distinguished educator and lecturer at UCL who has received numerous accolades for his work.

Similar to the technology it advocates for, the DSF is a decentralized entity consisting of a global network of scientists and top experts in DLT.

The DSF programs will address real-world grand challenges and will be run through an innovative open collaborative innovation model between academia, industry and government to spur the translation of fundamental research into innovative commercial and societal solutions.

Paolo Tasca, Chairman and co-founder of the DSF said: “After two years of hard work and dedication, I am thrilled to announce the launch of the DLT Science Foundation. It is a privilege to work alongside talented and passionate individuals who will help make the DLT Science Foundation a leading voice in the world of emerging digital technologies. I am eager to witness the groundbreaking innovations that will emerge from our efforts. The DLT Science Foundation aims to drive innovation, foster new collaborative models between academia, industry, and government, and promote the responsible adoption of DLT in business and society. I am excited to continue this journey with our team, partners, and supporters, and I am confident that together, we will unlock the full potential of DLT and create a better future for all.”

“The DSF has a unique opportunity to provide unmatched support and empowerment to academics and educators in universities. Drawing from our own experiences and the challenges we have faced, we have developed grant programs that are specifically designed to address the needs of the DLT community. We are excited to collaborate with educators and academics to continuously improve and enhance these programs, and to create a platform for unprecedented growth and success in the field of DLT research, education and innovation,” said Director and co-founder Nikhil Vadgama.

“We are thrilled to join the DSF University Network and connect with other top universities around the world,” said Nicholas Mac Gregor Garcia, Co-Director of the NUS FinTech Lab. “NUS is not only one of the top Asian universities, but also one of the world’s best in CoinDesk’s blockchain university rankings. We are leaders in blockchain education, offering 37 blockchain-related courses in all levels from Executive Education to PhD. We are committed to driving cutting-edge research in blockchain and crypto, and we believe that partnering with the DSF will allow us to do just that. We look forward to using DSF resources and tools to further our projects and contribute to the network’s mission of advancing the field of blockchain. We hope to share our expertise and bring our unique perspective to the table, creating a mutually beneficial relationship.”

Pradeep Iyer, member of the Board of Directors of the Hedera Governing Council, representing Avery Dennison, said, “To me, the promise of “web3″ is deeply compelling – particularly to enable amazing technological developments that can support effective, efficient societal self-orchestration. The colossal magnitude, scope and diversity of data can be effectively consumed only by architecturing a robust, secure, trusted DLT foundation that can scale globally. Such a complex undertaking to me is a clarion call for assembling a solid academic community of best-in-class researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs who can credibly help inform supportive government policy. It is epochal to see this coming together under the auspices of DSF – a worldwide coalition of powerful neural energy.”

Claudio Tessone, Head of the University of Zurich Blockchain Center (UZH BCC) (and Professor of Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies) said: “As a large-scale interdisciplinary centre which aims at the creation of high quality research and education through a critical understanding on distributed ledger technologies, the UZH Blockchain Center is proud to join the DSF University Network. Entering this initiative allows us to pool our resources with other leading global institutions. UZH BCC specializes in impactful academic production with a worldwide reputation, as highlighted by the last CoinDesk blockchain university ranking. We are confident that DSF resources and tools will allow us to produce outputs of high value to the industry and the advancement of this fascinating space.”

To join the DLT Science Foundation’s University Network today and accelerate the development of education, research and innovation in academia and beyond, visit https://www.dltscience.org/.

About the DLT Science Foundation
The DLT Science Foundation (DSF) is committed to driving the growth of distributed ledger technology in business and society by empowering education, innovation, and research through its academic network and partnerships with industry leaders. Discover how the DLT Science Foundation can support your journey into distributed ledger technology.

Visit: https://www.dltscience.org/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dltscience/about/

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SOURCE: DSF OPCO LTD

SNS Network to Supply Apple Products and Accessories to Kumon Malaysia

Group to set up a portal to service Kumon Malaysia exclusively as part of agreement

SNS Network Technology Berhad (Bursa: SNS, 0259), an ICT system and solutions provider, is pleased to announce that the Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, SNS Network (M) Sdn. Bhd, has signed a collaboration agreement with Kumon Education (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. to supply Apple iPad products and accessories to Kumon Malaysia’s students and parents.

Mr. Ko Yun Hung, Managing Director of SNS and Mr. Atsushi Hasegawa, General Manager of Kumon Malaysia [L-R]

Kumon Malaysia is part of the largest established after-school enrichment programme in the world with over 4 million students currently enrolled across 50 countries and regions. The collaboration agreement covers over 200 Kumon learning centres and can benefit more than 37,000 students in Malaysia.

As part of the agreement, SNS will create and maintain a portal from which Kumon Malaysia’s parents and students can access while also undertaking all services related to the supply of Apple iPad products and accessories.

Managing Director of SNS, Ko Yun Hung said, “This collaboration enables Kumon Malaysia to gain access to a range of Apple products and accessories offered by SNS in a seamless manner and also allow us to better serve and communicate with parents and students through the dedicated portal. These products will enrich students’ after-school learning experience, providing them access to tools to stimulate their minds and enabling them to interact with each other.”

General Manager of Kumon Malaysia, Atsushi Hasegawa said, “The supply of iPad products and accessories through the collaboration with SNS is part of Kumon Connect feature launched in January 2023 to encourage students to enjoy the learning process together online. We believe that digital learning is increasingly an important part of the entire learning process for students and we would like them to have a great head start.”

ABOUT SNS NETWORK TECHNOLOGY BERHAD
SNS Network Technology Berhad is principally involved in the provision of ICT products, services and solutions. The Group’s core business activities are the sale of ICT products comprising hardware, devices and related peripherals, as well as the provision of ICT services and solutions and; provision of device repair and related services, as well as sale of broadband services.

Under ICT services and solutions, SNS offers JOI(R) smart classroom framework, which integrates and combines a broad range of features to support effective teaching and learning and, Device-as-a-Service (DaaS), a subscription-based service. DaaS offers customers bundled ICT products comprising devices and services according to their requirements.

ABOUT KUMON EDUCATION (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD
Kumon Education (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is part of the largest established after-school enrichment programme in the world with over 4 million students currently enrolled across 50 countries and regions. Kumon Malaysia was formed in 1997 and is the country’s largest after-school enrichment programme providing learning of Mathematics and English through the Kumon Method.

SNS Network Technology: 0259 [BURSA: SNS], https://www.sns.com.my/

crypto.ro Announces ‘The Alliance’, the Most Anticipated Crypto Conference in 2023

Crypto.ro is hosting their first crypto conference since going globally

Crypto.ro, Romania’s leading cryptocurrency and blockchain media company, is hosting “The Alliance” event in Timisoara on September 21, 2023, at prestigious Galla Events.

The event will unite the most innovative minds, game changers, entrepreneurs, investors, and blockchain enthusiasts to discuss the latest developments and opportunities in the crypto space.

“The Alliance” is set to provide a platform for innovators and community builders to connect, share experiences, and work together on fresh new ideas.

“The hosting of The Alliance conference is a significant achievement for crypto.ro. We hope this event will have a great impact in the growth and adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology both in Europe and globally,” said Alex Numeris, Founder and CEO.

With more than 500 participants expected to attend from around the world, this one-day event is set to be an incredible opportunity for attendees to network, learn, talk about the latest crypto news, and collaborate with some of the most influential voices in the field of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

For more information about The Alliance event, please visit the official website at events.crypto.ro.

About crypto.ro
Crypto.ro is a leading crypto media platform that provides up-to-date and accurate information on the latest developments in the world of cryptocurrencies. With an experienced team, the platform offers comprehensive coverage of the crypto industry, including market trends, regulatory updates, and a free cryptocurrency course.

The platform also offers a variety of educational oriented articles meant to help investors identify the best crypto to invest in.

Additionally, investors can benefit from crypto.ro’s reviews, which helps them to make decisions on which are the best crypto exchanges that suit them. The platform’s research covers a range of exchanges, providing investors with detailed insights into what is the best platform they can trust their money with.

With a free cryptocurrency course, detailed market analysis, and comprehensive insights on the best crypto apps and exchanges, crypto.ro is your one-stop-shop for all things crypto.

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Contact Information:
Alex Numeris
CEO
alex@crypto.ro

Maya Parker
Public Relations Officer
info@crypto.ro

SOURCE: Crypto.ro