Blockchain Press Releases
BingX Lists Tether (EUR₮) and Tether Gold (XAU₮), Providing Expanded Access to Stablecoin Offerings
SINGAPORE, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a leading crypto exchange, is pleased to announce it has listed Tether (EUR₮) and Tether Gold (XAU₮). This integration provides BingX users with enhanced access to stablecoin offerings, further expanding their options in the crypto market.
Tether Operations Limited (Tether), a company behind the widely used stablecoin, is thrilled to partner with BingX in listing Euro Tether (EUR₮) and Tether Gold (XAU₮) on the platform. Paolo Ardoino, CTO at Tether, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are delighted that BingX has chosen to offer users across the world access to digital assets backed by the Euro and physical gold. This partnership underscores our vision of unlocking financial freedom and economic inclusion for communities globally.”
Tether is a pioneer in stablecoin technology, dedicated to revolutionizing the global financial landscape. With a mission to provide accessible, secure, and efficient financial infrastructure, Tether enables greater financial inclusion and fosters economic growth. Leveraging cutting-edge blockchain and peer-to-peer technology, Tether bridges the gap between traditional financial systems and the potential of decentralized finance.
With the addition of EUR₮ and XAU₮ on BingX, users gain access to two stablecoins developed by the creators of USD₮, a stable and trusted stablecoin. BingX customers now have the opportunity to transact with XAU₮, a digital asset representing ownership of physical gold. Each XAU₮ token is equivalent to 1 troy fine ounce of gold on a London Good Delivery gold bar. Furthermore, users can engage with EUR₮, a stablecoin pegged 1-to-1 to the euro, enabling seamless and secure digital representation of the euro currency.
To celebrate the listing of Tether (EUR₮) and Tether Gold (XAU₮), BingX is launching an exciting knowledge quiz campaign. All users who have completed the KYC process are eligible to participate. Qualified users can watch a video and complete the quiz. The first 2,000 users to successfully complete the quiz and answer all questions correctly will be rewarded with coins worth approximately 22 USDT.
Elvisco Carrington, the Public Relations and Communications Director at BingX, expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership, stating, “At BingX, we are dedicated to offering our users a wide range of digital assets and innovative features. The listing of Tether (EUR₮) and Tether Gold (XAU₮) on BingX reaffirms the exchange’s commitment to expanding its offerings and providing users with a diverse range of crypto assets. BingX users can now enjoy enhanced access to stablecoin options, enabling them to navigate the crypto market with greater flexibility and convenience. We are excited to partner with Tether and bring these stablecoin options to our global user base.”
About BingX
BingX is a leading crypto exchange that offers spot, derivatives, copy, and grid trading services to over 100 countries and regions worldwide with over 5 million users. BingX continues to connect users with expert traders and the platform in a safe and innovative way.
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Blockchain Press Releases
Tiger Brokers (HK) officially launches virtual asset trading services, leading the way in Hong Kong’s online brokerage industry
Effortlessly manage traditional securities and virtual assets with one app Tiger Trade: tailored to meet diverse investment needs
- Professional investors can now trade 18 virtual assets, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, through the Tiger Trade app.
- The one-stop platform enables seamless management of traditional securities and virtual assets, fostering more flexible and diversified asset allocation strategies.
HONG KONG, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tiger Brokers (HK) (“Tiger Brokers (HK)” or “Tiger Brokers”) announced the launch of its virtual asset trading services, becoming one of the first online fintech brokers in Hong Kong to offer a single platform that allows trading and managing both traditional securities and virtual assets. Professional investors in Hong Kong can now use Tiger Trade, Tiger Brokers’ flagship investment app, to trade 18 virtual assets including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), alongside stocks, options, futures, US Treasury bonds, funds, and other global assets, all at an affordable cost. This eliminates the need for multiple accounts across different brokers and platforms, making global asset allocation simpler and more convenient.
John Fei Zeng, Chief Financial Officer and Director of Tiger Brokers stated: “We are honored to be among the first fintech brokerage firms in Hong Kong to introduce virtual asset trading, leading the way in meeting investors’ evolving needs. As investors’ asset allocation requirements become increasingly diverse, our expanded product portfolio will help them seize various market opportunities. Our unified trading platform allows investors to trade and manage different types of investments seamlessly, enhancing user experience and boosting investment efficiency.”
He added: “With Hong Kong’s efforts to develop into a Web3.0 hub, we are confident in its vision. Hong Kong is one of the pioneering international financial centers introducing comprehensive regulations for virtual asset and fostering a trading-friendly environment. We aspire to bolster Hong Kong’s competitiveness in the global financial landscape through our contributions.”
Secure, convenient, and affordable virtual asset trading experience
Having previously secured an upgrade to its Type 1 license conditions from the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong (“SFC”), Tiger Brokers is aiming to offer professional investors secure virtual asset trading services, strictly adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.
Tiger Brokers continues to offer competitive trading rates, with virtual asset trading fees at only 0.2% of the transaction value, and custody fees waived. Unlike stock trading, virtual assets are settled instantly and can be traded 24/7. All registered users in Hong Kong can view real-time quotes, as well as top gainers and losers of virtual assets, via the user-friendly Tiger Trade interface, keeping abreast of market conditions anytime, anywhere. Furthermore, the Tiger Trade App enables instant T+0 exchange between Hong Kong dollars and US dollars.
Currently, Tiger Brokers’ virtual asset trading services are available only to professional investors. Eligible clients, including Hong Kong residents with over HKD 8 million in investment portfolio or corporate entities with assets exceeding HKD 40 million, can submit professional investor application on Tiger Trade. Customers also have the option to schedule an in-person visit to the Tiger Brokers office, where professional representatives will assist customers in completing the account opening and certification process. Looking ahead, Tiger Brokers plans to extend its virtual asset trading services to retail investors, subject to regulatory approval. Additionally, the company is considering the introduction of virtual asset spot withdrawal and deposit services.
Beyond virtual asset spot trading, Tiger Brokers also offers trading of U.S.-listed bitcoin spot ETFs and Hong Kong-listed spot bitcoin and ether ETFs to Hong Kong investors. Since entering the Hong Kong market just over a year ago, Tiger Brokers has won widespread acclaim from local users through the introduction of numerous innovative products and services. Recently, the SFC granted Tiger Brokers a Type 9 license for asset management services. With this, Tiger Brokers can offer a suite of asset management services, such as dedicated account services for both retail and professional investors, and collective investment scheme management for professional investors, thereby providing comprehensive support for the diverse investment needs of both retail and professional investors.
About Tiger Brokers (HK)
Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited (Central number: BMU940) holds type 1, 2, 4, 5 and 9 licenses of the SFC. Starting from 30th November 2022, with Tiger Trade, Tiger Brokers’ flagship app, Hong Kong users can trade financial products from major markets around the world, such as Hong Kong stocks, warrants, options, US stocks, US fractional shares and ETFs, etc., providing a one-stop solution to their investment needs. In the future, we will continue to expand our trading markets and categories to better serve Hong Kong investors.
About Tiger Brokers
Tiger Brokers (Nasdaq: TIGR), founded in 2014, is a leading online brokerage group with a focus on redefining global investing with technologies for the next generation.
Since our inception, the company has relentlessly offered a superior user experience to let everyone enjoy efficient and smart global investing, by bringing a multitude of quality financial products and services across brokerage, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) management, investment banking, wealth management, investor community, and investor education in our pursuit of becoming a world-leading online brokerage group.
We strive to elevate financial technology R&D to a new level. While we inherit the best traditions from the financial sector and blend them with the best minds of tech experts, we develop our own technology infrastructure—an aggregation that enables multi-currency trading of various products across markets, guaranteeing our reliable, secure, and scalable services accessible to all with low latency.
Currently, we serve over 10 million users and over 2 million account holders worldwide on our flagship platform “Tiger Trade”, own 78 licenses and qualifications in different markets, and have over 1,000 employees on the team in Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, the US, Australia, and Mainland China. In 2019, the company was listed on Nasdaq as UP Fintech Holding Limited under the ticker TIGR.
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Blockchain Press Releases
Bitget’s Blockchain4Youth Celebrates 1st Anniversary, Educated Over 6,000 Participants Worldwide
VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bitget, a leading crypto exchange and web3 company, announces the first anniversary of its Blockchain4Youth program and launches recap videos of the program. The initiative celebrated a year of driving Web 3.0 adoption among the youth, staying true to Bitget’s core principles of innovation, education, and empowerment. Bitget envisions a more equitable future driven by the crypto revolution, and Blockchain4Youth is a testament to that vision.
Over the past year, Blockchain4Youth has engaged over 6,000 participants and delivered over 54 campus lectures and workshops worldwide. Various events took place in Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe and South America. The courses connect young participants with the tools and knowledge to understand and utilize blockchain technology, and over 2,000 certificates were issued to participants who completed the courses and passed the test.
The program’s ongoing collaborations with prominent influencers and over 51 universities, including University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom, National Technological University in Argentina, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia, National Taiwan University’s Blockchain Club, Ateneo De Manila University in the Philippines and many more. The program’s wide reach reinforces the company’s dedication to advancing blockchain education and empowerment initiatives.
Launched in May 2023 with $10 million committed over the following 5 years, Blockchain4Youth has quickly become a beacon of opportunity for Millennials and Generation Z. A study conducted by Bitget indicates that Millennials and Generation Z are pivotal in shaping a crypto-friendly future, with Millennials accounting for 46% of crypto enthusiasts.
Gracy Chen, Managing Director of Bitget, expresses, “Blockchain4Youth’s journey has been remarkable, and the program has transformed blockchain education, making it accessible and practical for the leaders of tomorrow,” remarks Chen. “Our dedication has not only been about imparting knowledge but about cultivating a vibrant community ready to pioneer the transformative applications of blockchain.”
Blockchain4Youth’s future plans include providing more scholarships worldwide and launching more online courses and content featuring different influencers in the field on crypto-related topics to further garner youngster’s attention.
About Bitget
Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 25 million users in 100+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a world-class multi-chain crypto wallet that offers an array of comprehensive Web3 solutions and features including wallet functionality, swap, NFT Marketplace, DApp browser, and more. Bitget inspires individuals to embrace crypto through collaborations with credible partners, including legendary Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi and official eSports events organizer PGL.
For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet
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Top 10 Sessions You Can’t Miss at MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 (Tallinn, Estonia, 4-5 June)
As the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 approaches, set to take place in Tallinn, Estonia on June 4-5, attendees are gearing up for an event packed with insightful discussions and transformative networking opportunities. This summit has carved out a niche as a crucial gathering for industry leaders, offering a window into the future of igaming and tech in the Baltic region and beyond. Here’s your guide to the top 10 sessions you shouldn’t miss:
1. Regulatory Evolution in iGaming: Adapting to the Baltic Standards
Dive into the complexities of iGaming regulations in the Baltics with insights from Kaido Ulejev of Betsson Group, Henrik Mägi from the Estonian Ministry of Finance, and others. This panel offers perspectives from both operators and regulators, providing a 360-degree view on adapting to local standards.
2. Global Stakes: Navigating iGaming Regulation in Serbia, the USA, Spain, and Austria
Explore the varied regulatory landscapes of these diverse markets with experts like Dr. Arthur Stadler and William J. Pascrell, III, who will shed light on the unique challenges and opportunities in their respective regions.
3. Financial Evolution: Merging Traditions with Fintech and Blockchain Innovations
This session will address how traditional financial systems are being transformed by groundbreaking fintech and blockchain technologies, revolutionizing everything from payments to player verification processes.
4. IMGL Masterclass – Navigating MiCA, EU AI Act, and DSA in the Digital Age
An in-depth masterclass discussing the impact of significant EU regulations like the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), the AI Act, and the Digital Services Act (DSA) on the igaming and tech industries.
5. Regulatory Evolution in iGaming: Adapting to the Nordic Standards
Similar to its Baltic counterpart, this panel focuses on the Nordic countries, offering insights into their unique regulatory frameworks and how companies can successfully navigate them.
6. eSports Dynamics: Overcoming Regional Barriers & Seizing Growth
Unpack the potential of the eSports sector as it expands globally, breaking down regional barriers and leveraging growth opportunities in untapped markets.
7. Future-Proofing Digital Engagement: Mastering Gamification, Mobile Innovation, and Regulatory Compliance in the AI Era
Learn how to integrate the latest digital innovations effectively while complying with evolving regulatory standards—a key to staying ahead in the competitive market.
8. Make search engine bots love your affiliate website!
A practical session on optimizing affiliate websites for better search engine visibility, crucial for driving traffic and increasing engagement.
9. The Baltic States’ Integration of Blockchain and Web3 Across Industries
Discover how the Baltic states are leading the way in adopting blockchain and Web3 technologies across various industries, not just igaming and tech.
10. Gaming & TECH Marketing: PeopleTech Synergies between Affiliation, PR, SEO, and Neuromarketing
This session explores the convergence of different marketing domains, providing a holistic approach to promoting igaming and tech ventures effectively.
Special Workshop: Navigating New Frontiers: Baltic Compliance in Web3, Fintech, and Blockchain
Hosted by notable experts including Anna Agu, this workshop will delve into the regulatory frameworks shaping the future of Web3, fintech, and blockchain in the Baltic region.
With such a packed agenda, the MARE BALTICUM Gaming & TECH Summit 2024 promises to be an enriching experience that will equip attendees with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of the igaming and tech industries.
Be sure to secure your seat soon as the final spots are filling up. Register here!
For more information on the full agenda follow this link.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of these crucial conversations in one of the industry’s most insightful gatherings in the beautiful city of Tallinn!
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