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Web3 AI platform Assisterr raised $1.7M pre-seed round to enable community-owned AI
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Assisterr, a Cambridge-based AI Infrastructure startup dedicated to revolutionizing artificial intelligence through community ownership and a network of small language models, has successfully closed a $1.7 million pre-seed funding round. The investment round saw participation from prominent Web3 venture funds including Web3.com Ventures, Moonhill capital, Contango, Outlier Ventures, Decasonic, Zephyrus Capital, Wise3 Ventures, Saxon, GFI Ventures, X Ventures, Koyamaki, Lucid Drakes Ventures, and notable angels, including Michael Heinrich, co-founder & CEO at 0g.ai, Mark Rydon, co-founder & CEO at Aethir, Nader Dabit, Director of Developer Relations at Eigen Labs, Anthony Lesoismier-Geniaux, co-founder at SwissBorg, Ethan Francis, Head of Developer Relationships at Particle Network and more committed to advancing decentralized AI solutions. The company aims to empower developers to build their own AI use cases using Assisterr’s infrastructure.
Assisterr is revolutionizing the AI landscape with its innovative approach to Small Language Models. Leveraging the Solana blockchain, Assisterr empowers communities to collaborate, aggregate, and monetize their data and expertise in specialized subjects. Small Language Models (SLMs) are tailored AI models optimized for efficient performance on edge devices focusing on specific domain tasks.
Since its launch, Assisterr has achieved major milestones, including attracting 150,000 registered users to its platform. Assisterr has also successfully launched more than 60 Small Language Models (SLMs) curated for leading Web3 protocols such as Solana, Optimism, 0g.ai, and NEAR. Additionally, the company has garnered recognition by winning multiple global hackathons, including the recent AI x Crypto event hosted by BeWater, OKX, and Binance Labs. Furthermore, Assisterr has been selected to participate in Google’s AI Startups program, securing $350,000 in funding that supports its GPU, CPU, and cloud infrastructure needs.
Nick Havryliak, CEO, and Co-founder at Assisterr shared the company’s vision: “At Assisterr, we are building an AI tokenization stack to ensure fair compensation for data owners and contributors. Our platform manages the entire lifecycle of SLM training, enabling features like data provenance tracking, fine-tuning, and the launch of SLM-powered Agents. Web3 component allows data-owners to contribute their data and expertise to domain-specific SLMs and capture the value from such contributions.”
Assisterr’s core technology stack
Small language models are neural networks trained on extensive text data sets. They are primarily designed to generate text resembling the patterns found in their training data. SLMs are smaller and more efficient than traditional Large Language Models (LLMs), capable of handling up to 8 billion parameters. Their deployment on edge devices including laptops and smartphones makes them ideal for applications where data privacy and efficiency are the need of the hour.
Assisterr’s core technology stack features several core components. The Data Provenance Protocol plays an important role in enabling decentralized coordination, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of domain-specific Small Language Models (SLMs). Their AI Lab incorporates intuitive no-code functionality, empowering users to seamlessly create, customize, and manage community-owned SLMs and SLM-powered Agents. Additionally, the SLM-Agent Marketplace serves as a platform for tackling distribution challenges by attracting early adopters and fostering growth within the AI ecosystem. These solutions support Assisterr’s commitment to advancing decentralized AI technologies while enhancing accessibility and innovation in AI model development and deployment.
With the influx of fresh funding, Assisterr will focus on several initiatives including protocol development and forming strategic partnerships to strengthen its infrastructure. The company also plans to drive ecosystem growth by launching an incentive program tailored for model builders and data contributors.
Additionally, Assisterr aims to enhance accessibility with the introduction of a no-code AI lab module, designed to attract a broader range of creative AI model builders to its platform. As Assisterr continues to expand, the platform’s primary objective is to enhance its infrastructure, broaden its support for additional use cases, and onboard the first million SLM-builders to the ecosystem.
About Assisterr.ai
A Cambridge-based startup building a Network of Community-Owned Small Language Models (SLMs). By leveraging the Data Provenance Protocol and providing an end-to-end infrastructure for launching and maintaining community-owned SLMs, Assisterr unlocks the value of aggregating human intelligence.
For more information, visit:
www.assisterr.com
https://x.com/assisterr
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Redbrick Secures U.S. Patent for “Open Metaverse Creation System”
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Redbrick (CEO Yeongmo Yang), a gaming creation platform, announced that following a domestic patent registration last August, it has also secured a U.S. patent for its “Open Metaverse Creation System.” With this recent acquisition of a U.S. patent, Redbrick has reaffirmed its technological prowess in the global market and has further enhanced the connectivity and scalability among its platforms.
The “Open Metaverse Creation System” is a groundbreaking technology that enables creators to synchronize their game content across multiple platforms. This system allows creators’ content to move freely among various platform services, enabling consolidated revenue management within a single system. Previously, content distribution and revenue generation in metaverse and gaming platforms were confined to individual platforms. However, Redbrick’s technology now enables free movement of content and revenue management across multiple platforms.
With this patent, Redbrick is fostering an environment where creators can continuously generate revenue across diverse platforms. Beyond marketplaces, particularly in advertising and content usage fees, Redbrick has introduced a revenue-sharing model with partners to help creators secure more stable earnings.
CEO Yang stated, “In addition to enhancing our open metaverse technology, we are also developing AI features and capabilities that allow creators to collaborate within our studios. We plan to continue advancing our technology to enable creators to undertake innovative creative activities.”
Redbrick’s technological achievements are providing new opportunities for various companies interested in utilizing game and metaverse content. Companies such as Telegram, Fusionist, OKX, Berachain, Bitlayer, Mode, Klaytn, ZetaChain, and Kroma can now easily create content using the “Redbrick Engine,” leveraging open metaverse technology to upload game content to their own websites or apps. This is expected to significantly enhance collaboration with various enterprises.
Redbrick is a tech start-up founded in 2018, aiming to popularize game and metaverse creation. It provides a cloud-based 3D creation engine, which has lowered entry barriers to traditionally complex and difficult game creation. Redbrick’s 3D creation engine utilizes artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC), educational technology (EdTech), and blockchain technology, making it easy and fast for anyone to create games, metaverse, VR content.
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XinFin XDC Network and Foundership Inaugurate XDC 0xCamp Accelerator Program to Propel Global Web3 Startups
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XinFin XDC Network, an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain, and Foundership, the leading global Web3 accelerator, have announced the kickstart of the 12-week XDC 0xCamp accelerator program. This initiative is designed to provide a transformative platform for 6 innovative startups selected from hundreds of applications worldwide. These startups will participate in a comprehensive 90-day Token Launch Ready program, aimed at accelerating their growth and success within the Web3 ecosystem.
In addition to mainnet integration with the XDC Network, each project will mint its native tokens on XDC and contribute unique products and protocols across diverse sectors such as Real World Assets (RWA), SocialFi, Gaming, Sports, and DeFi.
The XDC 0xCamp program offers these startups strategic guidance from best-in-class industry mentors, helping them refine their business ideas, design effective tokenomics, develop go-to-market strategies, and receive technical support—all crucial elements for a successful token launch.
A key highlight of the program will be a demo day held during Token2049 in Singapore with the Web3 venture capitalists and angel investors will be invited to meet the startups ready for investment.
By the end of the program, each startup qualifies to receive up to $100,000 in investments from XVC Tech, based on the milestones achieved in the Token Launch Ready Program.
The participating teams comprise remarkable founders developing the next generation of groundbreaking products and protocols, leveraging the XinFin XDC Network’s Layer 1 technology. Foundership will provide contextual acceleration tailored to each startup’s specific needs, covering areas such as tokenomics, business growth, KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders), launchpads, exchanges, market makers, and all other essential elements required to achieve a Token Generation Event (TGE) upon Program Completion.
Ritesh Kakkad, Co-Founder at XinFin XDC Network, stated: “The launch of the XDC 0xCamp Accelerator Program represents a pivotal moment for the Web3 space. By partnering with Foundership, we are opening new avenues for startups to innovate and build on the XDC Network. Our network is designed to support and scale groundbreaking projects, and we are excited to see the transformative solutions these teams will bring to the Web3 ecosystem. This initiative not only fosters technological advancement but also strengthens our commitment to empowering visionary entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of blockchain”
Santosh Panda & Bimlesh Gundurao, Co-Founders at Foundership, said: “We are super excited to announce the teams joining us on the XDC 0xCamp accelerator program. The 6 teams are leading the way in building truly multichain applications leveraging the XinFin XDC Network Layer 1 tech stack, and we are super excited to support them in their progress and token launch on XDC Network.”
Pranav Agarwal, Head of Capital at Foundership, said “With this program, we are supercharging the XDC ecosystem with live projects, having a great community and long-term vision. This is a true value addition for all stakeholders”
Aneri, Head of Ecosystem & Investments at XVC Tech, said “At XVC Tech, we are committed to investing in innovative projects that demonstrate strong potential for long-term success within the Web3 ecosystem. We believe that the projects emerging from this program will play a pivotal role in shaping the next wave of Web3 innovation on the XDC Network.”
For more information, please visit: foundershiphq.com/xdc-0xcamp
About the Shortlisted 6 projects:
XinFin XDC Network and Foundership are pleased to present the 6 startups participating in the XDC 0xCamp program: Akka Finance, Zayn Network, MetaSoccer, Earnscape, Panenka FC and Fandora.
1. MetaSoccer
MetaSoccer lets users become a true club owner, earning rewards through skillful management and strategic gameplay. Link: https://metasoccer.com/
HQ – USA
2. Zayn Network
The Modular ZK L2 uniting Bitcoin & Ethereum Unlocking Bitcoin liquidity through EVM dApps for the next billion users. Link: https://zayn.network/
HQ – Singapore
3. Akka Finance
Trading, potentially earning, and owning crypto on the all-in-one multichain DEX. AKKA is a cross-chain solution enabling seamless liquidity access and service aggregation across multiple blockchains, fostering interoperability, programmability, and user experience in the web 3.0. Link: https://app.akka.finance/swap?chain=xdc
HQ – Dubai
4. Fandora
Bringing Content, Brands and Web3 together.India’s first Content IP tokenization and World’s first Web3 Advisors NFT platform. Link: https://fandora.app/
HQ – India
5. Panenka FC
Panenka FC utilizes smart contracts on blockchain to automate and decentralized game room management and rewards distribution. Link: https://www.panenkafc.gg/
HQ – Singapore
6. EarnScape
Earnscape offers reward systems to increase user retention and new traffic. Earnscape’s initial focus is on gaming using blockchain to enable reward disbursement. Link: https://earnscape.io/
HQ – USA
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Rokos Capital Management Pty Ltd: Emphasizing Investment Strategies Amid Complex Market Conditions
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The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) announced on August 6 that it had decided to keep the cash rate target unchanged at 4.35% and the interest rate on foreign exchange balances unchanged at 4.25% after its latest policy meeting. Although inflation has declined since its peak in 2022, it remains above the target range. According to the latest data, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 3.9% in the quarter to June, which is closely in line with the forecast for 2022. May Monetary Policy Statement. Inflation continues to run significantly above the target range of 2-3%, reflecting the continued pressure and uncertainty facing the Australian economy.
The Reserve Bank of Australia stated that the process of reducing inflation will be slow and uncertain. Inflation is expected to return to the target range by the end of 2025. The latest forecasts indicate a slowdown in economic growth, a tight labor market, and wage growth still above what trend productivity growth can sustain. These factors suggest that there are upside risks to inflation, particularly in the context of persistent inflation in the services sector and high unit labor costs. Furthermore, global economic uncertainties and geopolitical factors could significantly impact Australia’s economic outlook.
In this context, ROKOS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT PTY LTD (RCM), a global leader in alternative investment fund management, is actively navigating the current complex market environment. Headquartered in London, RCM specializes in generating uncorrelated returns through directional and relative value trading across global macro asset classes. The company has offices in New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia, with a global presence that helps RCM respond to market fluctuations in real-time.
ROKOS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT emphasizes that in the face of current global economic uncertainties, the company continues to adopt innovative and prudent investment strategies. RCM’s core portfolio structure consists of multiple intersecting product verticals designed to provide stable returns for investors under all market conditions. The company utilizes advanced quantitative analysis methods and artificial intelligence technologies to monitor and analyze market dynamics in real-time. RCM’s proprietary algorithmic trading system can quickly identify market opportunities and execute precise trading instructions, capturing more investment opportunities amid market volatility.
In the current economic environment, risk management is particularly crucial. ROKOS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT has a dedicated risk management team responsible for comprehensively assessing each investment to ensure effective risk management during periods of market turbulence. By closely monitoring market conditions and adjusting investment strategies in a timely manner, RCM is committed to maximizing returns while keeping risks within a reasonable range.
Looking ahead, both RCM and the Reserve Bank of Australia are closely monitoring developments in the global and domestic economies. The Reserve Bank of Australia reaffirmed that its primary objective remains to return the inflation rate to the target level within a reasonable timeframe and will exercise caution in future policy decisions. Meanwhile, ROKOS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT will continue to pursue optimal returns for investors in an uncertain market environment through its innovative investment strategies and rigorous risk management.
In an uncertain global economic outlook, ROKOS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT’s strategy demonstrates that despite a challenging economic environment, investors can still find opportunities through innovative and flexible strategies.
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Boom DeFi and Financial Times agree on strategic partnership bridging traditional and decentralised finance
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Boom DeFi Ecosystem (“Boom”), the leading e-commerce without banking decentralised finance ecosystem, has signed a three-year strategic partnership with the Financial Times (FT) to tell stories about the businesses and billions of adults without access to the global financial system. Called The Unbanked Entrepreneur, it aims to capture entrepreneurial journeys and celebrate the pioneers fighting to level the playing field.
“Whilst digital transformation has made information and communication instant, the ability to transact and trade digitally is still not universal for over a billion adults. This partnership with the FT will tell the story of the missing billion entrepreneurs and the untapped market they represent”, said Boom’s global head of partnerships, Sebastiano Moschini.
“The Unbanked Entrepreneur is a purpose-driven, multimedia, cross-FT partnership that will spotlight those who have shown entrepreneurial spirit around the world and raise important issues around financial inclusion. This is a story that the FT is proud to tell alongside Boom,” said FT global advertising director, Danny Aldred.
The FT plans to expand its customer base by enabling unbanked adults worldwide to subscribe to the FT using BoomPay, the online payment gateway that enables businesses to collect payments from unbanked customers at checkout.
About Boom DeFi ecosystem
At Boom, we are building a revolutionary new world of e-commerce without banking for the billions of consumers and businesses with no access to the global financial system by connecting their trillions of dollars in cash to the global digital economy, enabling them to securely store, move, exchange, send, receive and spend their cash online on goods and services worldwide, while maintaining full control of it.
The Boom ecosystem consists of the Boom blockchain as the layer 1 payments rails, the Boom superapp and Boomswap at layer 2, where value is exchanged between merchants, consumers and traders via the Boomcoin, the ecosystem’s native asset and the Boom Foundation, the non-profit arm that deploys crypto-for-social-good.
To learn more about Boom, please visit www.boom.market.
About FT
The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy. The FT has a record paying readership of 1.2mn, more than 1mn of which are digital subscriptions. It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news and services for the global business community.
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PSI-Markets.com Review: PSI Markets Expands Dutch Reach with New Strategic Partnerships to Better Serve Investors in the Netherlands
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PSI-Markets.com, a leading platform dedicated to financial insights and market analysis, proudly announces a significant expansion into international markets through a series of strategic partnerships.
This expansion marks a pivotal moment in the company’s evolution, reflecting its commitment to delivering cutting-edge financial education and resources to Dutch and global audiences.
Over the past year, PSI-Markets.com has seen remarkable growth, driven by its innovative approach to financial education and its focus on providing actionable insights for investors, businesses, and individuals.
The new partnerships with key players across the Netherlands, Europe, Asia, and the Americas represent a strategic move to enhance the company’s global footprint and improve the accessibility and relevance of its services for users around the world.
PSI-Markets.com Expands Global Presence
The global financial landscape is evolving rapidly, and PSI-Markets.com is at the forefront of this change. The company’s expansion strategy involves collaborations with established financial institutions, technology firms, and industry experts.
These partnerships are designed to facilitate the delivery of localized content and insights, addressing the unique financial needs and trends of various regions.
“Our expansion into new international markets through these strategic partnerships represents a significant milestone for PSI-Markets.com,” said Alexander Mercer, CEO of PSI-Markets.com.
“This move not only enhances our Dutch and global reach but also reinforces our commitment to providing valuable and relevant financial insights to our diverse user base. By leveraging the expertise and resources of our new partners, we can offer more tailored solutions and support to individuals and businesses in the Netherlands and worldwide.”
PSI-Markets.com Explains the Key Benefits of the Expansion
The new strategic partnerships will bring several key benefits to PSI-Markets.com and its users:
Localized Financial Insights: One of the primary goals of this expansion is to deliver content and resources that are specifically tailored to the financial landscapes of new markets. This means that users in different regions will have access to insights and analysis that reflect local market conditions, regulatory environments, and economic trends. By addressing region-specific needs, PSI-Markets.com aims to provide more actionable and relevant information.
Enhanced Data and Analytics: The partnerships will significantly enhance PSI-Markets.com’s data capabilities. By integrating advanced data analytics and market intelligence from its partners, the company will offer deeper and more accurate market analysis. This will help users make more informed financial decisions based on comprehensive and up-to-date information.
Increased Accessibility: With a broadened network, PSI-Markets.com will improve its accessibility and reach. Users in new regions will benefit from localized support and resources, making it easier to engage with the platform and access the tools they need. This increased accessibility aligns with PSI-Markets.com’s mission to democratize financial education and empower individuals and businesses around the globe.
Innovative Financial Tools: The collaboration with technology partners will enable PSI-Markets.com to introduce new and innovative financial tools and features. These tools will enhance the user experience by providing advanced functionalities, such as real-time market data, personalized financial recommendations, and interactive analytical tools.
PSI Markets’ Commitment to Quality and Accuracy
As PSI-Markets.com expands its global presence, maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy remains a top priority.
The company is dedicated to upholding rigorous editorial standards and ensuring that all financial content is thoroughly vetted and reliable.
The strategic partnerships will support PSI-Markets.com’s ongoing investment in technology and resources to deliver the most accurate and actionable financial insights.
“We are committed to providing our users with the highest quality information and tools,” added Alexander Mercer.
“Our partnerships will enable us to continue delivering exceptional value and support to our users, ensuring that they have the resources they need to navigate the complex world of finance effectively.”
PSI Markets and the Significance of Global Partnerships
The financial services industry is increasingly interconnected, and the importance of global partnerships cannot be overstated.
By forming alliances with key players in different regions, PSI-Markets.com is not only enhancing its own capabilities but also contributing to the broader financial ecosystem.
These partnerships facilitate knowledge sharing, foster innovation, and create opportunities for collaboration that benefit users across the globe.
PSI Markets’ Future Plans and Initiatives
Looking ahead, PSI-Markets.com plans to continue expanding its international presence and exploring new opportunities for growth.
The company is actively pursuing additional partnerships and initiatives that align with its mission to provide exceptional financial education and resources.
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming developments and new offerings from PSI-Markets.com.
PSI Markets’ Community Engagement and Feedback
As PSI-Markets.com grows and evolves, the company values feedback from its users and the broader financial community.
PSI-Markets.com encourages users to share their experiences, provide suggestions, and engage with the platform to help shape its future.
The company is committed to listening to its audience and continuously improving its services based on user input.
About PSI-Markets.com
PSI-Markets.com is a premier CFD platform for financial insights and market analysis, dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses with valuable information and tools.
Founded with a mission to enhance financial literacy and decision-making, PSI-Markets.com offers a wide range of resources, including in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and practical advice.
The platform is designed to support users at every stage of their financial journey, from learning and earning to saving and investing.
With a commitment to innovation and excellence, PSI-Markets.com continues to evolve and adapt to the changing needs of its global audience.
The company’s expansion into new markets and its strategic partnerships reflect its dedication to providing a high-quality CFD platform.
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Copper Partners with Core, Offering Custody and Staking Support for Institutions
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The Core Foundation, contributors to Core, a Bitcoin-powered blockchain unlocking EMV-Compatible BTCfi beginning with the first ever implementation of Non-Custodial BTC Staking, today announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with Copper, a leader in digital asset custody, collateral management and prime services. Copper will support the CORE token and staking activities.
Since being founded in 2018, Copper has been building the standard for institutional digital asset infrastructure with a focus on custody and collateral management. At the core of Copper’s infrastructure is ClearLoop, which enables clients to manage collateral and settle trades across multiple exchanges, while mitigating counterparty risk and increasing capital efficiency. Copper’s infrastructure will support the CORE token and staking, allowing Bitcoin and CORE to be staked directly from a custodial account, further mitigating counterparty risk. Thus, this partnership is a key step for Core in offering Non-Custodial BTC Staking to the institutional market.
“The institutional market especially is looking at new ways to maximize their Bitcoin investment and yield through a mechanism like the Non-Custodial BTC Staking offered by Core. We couldn’t ask for a better partner than Copper to help us in presenting a safe and secure means of providing this kind of investment to the institutional market, while also helping us to optimize the staking process,” said Rich Rines, Initial Contributor to Core.
Dmitry Tokarev, CEO at Copper.co commented, “Our new strategic partnership with Core contributes to the broader growth of secure connectivity. This integration further establishes institutional trust and provides our clients with greater accessibility.”
About Core
Core is aimed at unlocking the $1.25 trillion in trapped Bitcoin liquidity, as demonstrated through its secure, yield-bearing BTC staking solutions. Core is dominating BTCfi metrics, establishing itself as one of the top five Bitcoin scaling chains. With over 19 million unique addresses, over 260,000 daily transactions during June, over 4,800 BTC staked, and receiving over 55% of Bitcoin hash power, Core’s impact is undeniable. Additionally, 100 Dapps are live on Core, with over 70,000 daily active users, solidifying its top 5 position as of July 3rd, according to DeFi Llama.
Core is a Bitcoin-powered blockchain unlocking EMV-Compatible BTCfi beginning with the first ever implementation of Non-Custodial BTC Staking and the world’s first yield bearing BTC ETP. Core is the most Bitcoin-aligned EVM blockchain with ~55% of Bitcoin mining hash power contributing to the Core network’s security and over 3,800 BTC natively staked in exchange for unlocking Bitcoin utility and rewards. This breakthrough has amassed a massive Core community of 2.3M Twitter followers and 267k Discord members which has translated into millions of Core adopters – over 19M unique addresses and over 260M transactions since its mainnet launch in January 2023.
About Copper.co
Since being founded in 2018, Copper has been building the standard for institutional digital asset infrastructure with a focus on custody and collateral management.
Underpinned by multi-award-winning technology, Copper has built a comprehensive and secure suite of products and services required to safely custody and trade digital assets. At the core of Copper’s infrastructure is ClearLoop, which enables clients to manage collateral and settle trades across multiple exchanges, while mitigating counterparty risk and increasing capital efficiency.
For more information, please visit: www.copper.co
LinkedIn: Copper.co
Twitter: @CopperHQ
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Blockscout Raises $3M Seed Round Led by 1kx to Scale Open-Source Blockchain Data Exploration Across all EVM Chains
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Blockscout, the leading open-source block explorer for all EVM-based chains, today announced the close of its $3M seed round led by 1kx. The round included investors such as Primitive Ventures and Gnosis, and angels including Evan Van Ness, Alex Svanevik, Kartik Talwar, Anton Bukov, and Stefan George.
Blockscout plans to use the funding to further build out the product suite and improve user experience, such as the integration of social elements and AI-enabled tooling directly into the dashboard. It will also be used to make the deployment of their Explorer-as-a-Service easier, support new projects looking for EAAS customization, and deepen involvement with existing chains, further contributing to their mission of bringing key customizable data to those who need it, be they developers or end-users.
Block explorers provide valuable services for anyone who needs up-to-date and reliable blockchain data, however, high fees and lack of customizability have made many block explorers inaccessible to chains. Blockscout is on a mission to redefine the role of the block explorer, transforming the existing paradigm with its open-source and universally accessible tooling. With coverage of more than 600 networks to date and growing, Blockscout provides a full-featured product suite for exploring, confirming, and inspecting transactions, including robust developer tooling and a user-friendly portal for consumers and applications.
“Blockscout will be the default setting for all new and existing EVM chains,” said Igor Barinov, Founder and CEO of Blockscout. “We are on the way to becoming the main platform for verifying all information on blockchains and exploring dApps in a safe way. As one of the few open-source players, we offer unmatched transparency and accessibility that serves everyone in the crypto space, from developers to everyday users.”
“Block explorers have long been a staple tool for the web3 ecosystem – giving developers, analysts, and end users alike the visibility they need into general onchain activity and transactions of interest,” said Nichanan Kesonpat, Research Analyst at 1kx. “Blockscout’s open source EVM explorer and tools enable nascent projects to host their own explorer, providing an alternative to expensive EaaS offerings and offsetting the costs of building an explorer from scratch. This is critical tooling in a modular, multichain world where new networks and appchains can give their users insights into network activity right away.”
Chains can either use Blockscout’s open-source software to host their own server or pay them to host an explorer on their behalf. Several features have made them particularly attractive to L2s, such as their support for smart wallet transactions and advanced API support. Heavily integrated in the L2 rollup ecosystem, Blockscout has now become the de-facto solution for RaaS providers such as Conduit, AltLayer, Gelato, Chainstack, and Astria, who all integrate them to give their customers a block explorer out of the box.
Major players such as Arbitrum, Filecoin, OP, Base and Immutable are also partnering with Blockscout, and in some cases, have been for multiple years. Blockscout has been a close collaborator of Optimism for over two years, providing them with key data for the Bedrock upgrade, and thereafter receiving a Retro Grant by the community to recognize the value of their contributions. They also recently announced a new integration with Arbitrum One, streamlining easy access of data across Arbitrum related to DAOs, NFTs and dApps.
About Blockscout
Blockscout is an open-source block explorer available for all EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine) based chains. Live on over 600 networks, Blockscout features a robust interface for searching blocks, transactions, accounts, and tokens, and provides tooling for developers including smart contract verification and access to a suite of optimized APIs. The new DAppscout marketplace built into Blockscout offers a secure environment for decentralized app discovery, exploration, and interaction.
For more information, users can visit www.blockscout.com
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Accessible Investing: PEIMAX Launches Groundbreaking Financial Solution
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PEIMAX, a trailblazer in simplifying the investment landscape, is proud to announce a groundbreaking platform that removes the traditional barriers to investing. As the complexity and exclusivity of the modern financial system often hinder the average person from investing, PEIMAX has introduced an innovative solution to make investing accessible to everyone.
Founded in Sydney, Australia, PEIMAX aims to redefine the investment experience by creating user-friendly financial products that are easy to understand and use. The platform is designed to open up new opportunities and help individuals realize their financial potential.
Incredible Financial Performance and Global Growth
PEIMAX has shown exceptional financial results in the second financial quarter, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. This achievement not only reflects the strength and viability of our business model but also underscores our commitment to delivering value to our clients.
The company’s rapid growth and increasing global recognition are testaments to our success. PEIMAX’s innovative approach has struck a chord with investors worldwide, propelling us to new heights and expanding our influence across the globe.
Leadership Excellence
Under the visionary leadership of Thomas Hill, PEIMAX has thrived and expanded its horizons. As the director, Thomas has steered the company toward success with his strategic insights and unwavering dedication. His leadership has been instrumental in achieving the impressive milestones we celebrate today.
Innovative Online Trading Terminal
PEIMAX has also implemented a state-of-the-art online trading terminal, which provides a real-time display of all transactions. This transparency ensures that our clients have up-to-the-minute information, empowering them to make informed investment decisions.
Global Expansion Plans
Looking ahead, PEIMAX plans to enter markets in other continents and countries. This expansion strategy aims to bring our revolutionary investment platform to a wider audience, making investing accessible to more people around the world.
About PEIMAX
Founded in Sydney, Australia, PEIMAX’s mission is to democratize investing by creating simple and user-friendly financial products and making them accessible to everyone. Their user-friendly financial products simplify the investment process, opening new opportunities for individuals. By democratizing finance, PEIMAX helps people realize their financial potential.
For more information, please visit our website or contact: https://peimax.finance.
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Artifact Lab and Eclipse partner to bring the power of data back to the users
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Artifact Lab, a cutting-edge platform re-architecting privacy in ad-tech announces a partnership with Eclipse, an Ethereum L2 powered by the Solana Virtual Machine.
Eclipse brings the best of Solana to Ethereum, combining the greatest pieces of the modular stack. This novel architecture enables a high-performance L2 with access to Ethereum’s liquidity through a performant execution environment. Eclipse gives developers a general-purpose L2 capable of massive scale that can power the next generation of decentralized applications.
Artifact was born out of the core belief in the fundamental right for user privacy, and at the same time in the power of a free internet powered by ads. This led Artifact to develop their unique data staking protocol that allows users to monetize their data (opt-in) across the ad-tech ecosystem and benefit from it in a privacy preserving manner.
In an era driven by privacy, the strong shared belief in putting the users back in control of their data brought the two companies together to provide Artifact’s Data Staking Protocol to Eclipse’s users. With this partnership, users on the Eclipse ecosystem will be able to benefit from a new passive income option, while enjoying full ownership and agency over their own data. The more data users provide, the more they can benefit and the more value they will drive for Eclipse, generated by Artifact’s Data Staking Protocol.
This follows up from the recent unveiling of Artifact’s community site – RelicDAO – where users can learn more about the company’s views on data ownership and user privacy. By joining the RelicDAO, users can start earning from their data, as Artifact uses it across different ad-tech surfaces and touch points, including mobile in-game advertising, Farcaster and DSCVR frames, browser plugins, and many more on the way.
“Since the beginning of blockchain, the idea of digital ownership has been driving this community. We are finally enabling that to data – giving users the ability to fully own their data, control it, and earn from it,” said Ricardo Rodrigues, VP of Business Development & Partnerships at Artifact. “With this partnership, the Eclipse ecosystem joins a select number of chains and web3 projects offering this novel concept of privacy and data monetization to their users.”
“We are thrilled to announce the partnership between Artifact Lab and Eclipse. Like Artifact, we believe in user privacy and allowing them to monetize assets that have traditionally been gatekept by big tech, such as data. Bringing Artifact’s data staking protocol to Eclipse will give users ownership over their own data and open up new opportunities through multiple touch points across our ecosystem,” said Vijay Chetty, CEO of Eclipse Labs.
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Magic Eden Partners With D3 To Apply For .magic Top-Level Domain
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D3 Global, a next-generation domain name company developing the first on-chain domain network, today announced an exclusive partnership with Magic Eden, the leading cross-chain NFT platform, to apply for and obtain the .magic Top-Level Domain (TLD). This partnership will enable Magic Eden to seamlessly integrate with critical Internet infrastructure, which will streamline the onboarding of regular internet users, developers, and Web3 communities alike.
Once the .magic TLD is approved by ICANN, the organization that manages and maintains the Internet’s core infrastructure, the D3 network will allow for real .magic domains to be used across the traditional internet and Web3. Users will be able to utilize a single .magic domain as a website and email address, while also leveraging it for web3 applications such as wallets and verified credentials.
Fred Hsu, CEO and co-founder of D3, commented on the news: “While many communities have attempted to build their own web3 identifiers, these solutions don’t actually connect to the broader internet. Our partnership with Magic Eden is intended to marry the many benefits of Magic Eden’s web3 ecosystem with crucial connections to traditional internet users. We believe this is the only way to truly grow the web3 community – by onboarding billions of internet users and meeting them where they are.”
Through D3’s on-chain network, developers and blockchain projects will be able to create truly interoperable dApps, platforms, and services that not only enhance the utility of Web3 but also tap into existing internet infrastructure used by over five billion people worldwide.
“The Magic Eden community is at the heart of everything we do, and we are excited to provide users with their own .magic domain in partnership with D3,” said Chris Akhavan, Magic Eden Chief Revenue Officer. “Billions of Internet users use domains to access and navigate the web daily, and soon they will be able to do the same within the Magic Eden ecosystem, welcoming new users to experience the benefits of Web3 without sacrificing the Web2 functionality they’re accustomed to.”
D3 and Magic Eden will submit the application for the .magic TLD during ICANN’s upcoming application window. This is the first major new generic TLD application window since 2012, and only the second in ICANN history, presenting a unique opportunity for web3 communities to establish their domain presence. D3 Global supports leading companies across the web3 and blockchain industry and will announce additional partnerships in the near future.
About D3 Global
D3 Global is developing the first interoperable on-chain domain network that will deliver secure, decentralized, and interoperable identities on the root layer of the internet – the Domain Name System (DNS). D3’s patent-pending platform will be the first to deliver real domain names that seamlessly bridge the gap between traditional Internet infrastructure and Web3 ecosystems. D3 team consists of industry veterans with over three decades of collective experience, known for leading domain name monetization, internet protocols, and various TLD operations including .xyz, .inc, .tv, and .link.
Learn more about D3 at https://www.d3.inc
About Magic Eden
Magic Eden is the leading cross-chain platform shaping the future of Web3. Beyond its leading NFT marketplace, Magic Eden is a comprehensive, user-friendly ecosystem including a secure cross-chain wallet. Empowering users to mint, collect, and trade digital assets across blockchain networks, Magic Eden brings cultural moments onto the blockchain, fostering creativity and community engagement. Explore the future of digital ownership at magiceden.io.
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