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2019 Chain Plus Asia Pacific Blockchain New Finance Summit: Singapore station Completed Successfully
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On April 11–12th, “2019 Chain Plus Asia Pacific Blockchain New Finance Summit: Singapore station” has ended with a bang.
Although it is currently a bear market, the enthusiasm of the participants did not decrease. At this industry-leading forum, Chain Plus, William Zhu, founding partner of The Blockchainer, also the host of this summit, reviewed and speculated the past, present and future of blockchain finance area.
With the welcome speech from Chia Hock Lai, President of Singapore Fintech Association, Nizam Ismail, a former regulator of MAS, delivered a keynote speech about “How Regulators Have Responded to Facilitate Innovation, and How They Should Respond in Future”.
Hongfei Da, founder of NEO&Onchain, Alexandre Kech, CEO of Onchain Custodian and Jun Li, Founder of Ontology & Co-Founder of Onchain, gave amazing speech and held the product launch ceremony with Raymond Zhang, CSO of Onchain Custodian.
Andrew Pudovikov of Sberbank blockchain laboratoryshared”Enterprise Blockchain use cases in Sberbank”, Ouyang Yun, CEO of Goldlinks, shared”Anchoring the crypto world”, Jack Li, CEO of Ontrade, talked about “How to solve the existing problems with regards to the lack of altcoin liquidity and inefficient cryptocurrenty markets?”, Piotr Jan Pietrzakfrom INGdelivered a speech about “Is blockchain the major next step in the evolution of payments?” and Yihao Zhang, head of marketing from Huobi Global, shared about “The future of premium tokens”.
There were also some speakers shared their opinions for “Building the New Financial Ecology”, including NGC, Hashkey capital, Cardano Foundation, EMURGO, TontineTrust, IBM, R3, etc.
Followed by a heated discussion named “The Future of Blockchain and Financial Infrastructure“, Mr. Tissa Jayaweeratofrom Japan Asia Investment Company Ltd., Sunny Han, co-founder of Elastos, Leo Wang, CEO of Litex, Haidar Omais, chief marketing officer of Distributed Earth and Rita Xia Havsholm, project advisor of Orient Walt, shared their opinions.
What’s more, the topic”The Management, Issuance and Trading of Digital Asset”was also a big show with the following companies joined: Bit-Z, Polymath, Satang Corporation, Remitano, Indodax, Bibox, Bitcoin Co. Ltd, Node Capital, Sri Lanka, P2P foundation, Maecenas, Securitize, HEG Fribourg, True Global Ventures, Onchain custodian, DBS bank, Standards Chartered bank, BitKan, Stellar, etc.
Thanks to these excellent speakers, companies, all media partners and the news release distribution partner — PR Newswire, the 2019 Chain Plus Asia Pacific Blockchain New Finance Summit – Singapore station ended smoothly. According to statistics, this summit attracted more than 400 industry practitioners, including more than 40 traditional financial institutions,100 high-quality projects and more than 50 other investment institutions, such as OnTrade, OK group, InvestaCrowd, Taipan Investment, JLAB, JRR Crypto, Central Bank of Sri Lanka, DBS bank, Stellar, NEO, Ontology, Japan Asia Investment Company Ltd., NGC, True Global Ventures, as well as crypto exchanges such as Bitfinex, Indodax, Bit-Z and Unidax.
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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain (BlackRock, Plume, SEALSQ, Hedera, Deutsche Bank, KuCoin)
Blockchain technology continues to drive innovation across industries, reshaping finance, infrastructure, and philanthropy. Today’s news roundup explores exciting developments in blockchain ETFs, tokenization funding, quantum-resistant chips, public blockchain initiatives, and impactful social projects. Here’s a deep dive into the latest blockchain headlines:
BlackRock ETF Embraces Blockchain with First Muni Bond Purchase
BlackRock’s blockchain-focused ETF has made its first foray into municipal bonds, signaling increased confidence in integrating blockchain technology with traditional finance. The ETF’s strategic investment demonstrates how blockchain can enhance transparency and efficiency in bond markets.
By tokenizing municipal bonds, BlackRock aims to simplify trading and settlement processes while reducing associated costs. This development underscores the growing role of blockchain in transforming financial instruments and fostering greater market accessibility.
Source: Yahoo Finance
Plume Secures Funding for Tokenization Platform
Blockchain fintech company Plume has raised significant funding to advance its tokenization platform. The company’s innovative approach enables businesses to convert real-world assets into digital tokens, streamlining asset management and unlocking liquidity.
Tokenization is rapidly gaining traction as a game-changer in sectors such as real estate, art, and commodities. Plume’s success reflects a broader trend of investment in blockchain solutions that bridge the gap between traditional assets and decentralized technologies.
Source: Fortune
SEALSQ and Hedera Partner for Quantum-Resistant Blockchain Chips
SEALSQ and Hedera have announced a groundbreaking collaboration to develop quantum-resistant chips designed to secure blockchain infrastructure. These advanced chips will provide robust protection against future quantum computing threats, ensuring the integrity of blockchain networks.
As quantum computing capabilities evolve, safeguarding blockchain ecosystems becomes increasingly critical. This partnership highlights the importance of proactive measures in maintaining the resilience and trustworthiness of decentralized systems.
Source: The Quantum Insider
Deutsche Bank’s Public, Permissioned Blockchain Initiative
Deutsche Bank’s Layer 2 blockchain solution is set to go public and operate as a permissioned network, according to its tech partner. This initiative aims to strike a balance between accessibility and security, leveraging blockchain to streamline financial services and enhance operational efficiency.
The decision to adopt a public, permissioned model reflects a growing trend among enterprises seeking to harness the benefits of decentralization while maintaining control over sensitive data. Deutsche Bank’s approach could serve as a blueprint for other financial institutions exploring blockchain adoption.
Source: CoinDesk
KuCoin’s “Light Up Africa” Initiative Brings Hope to Thousands
Cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin has made a significant impact through its “Light Up Africa” donation ceremony in Ghana, benefiting 36,000 children across the continent. The initiative combines blockchain technology with philanthropy to address energy poverty and support education.
By leveraging blockchain for transparency in charitable contributions, KuCoin sets an example of how the crypto industry can drive meaningful social change. The project demonstrates the potential of blockchain to empower communities and foster sustainable development.
Source: PR Newswire
Industry Implications and Key Takeaways
Today’s developments highlight the transformative potential of blockchain across multiple domains:
- Integration with Traditional Finance: BlackRock’s ETF underscores the synergy between blockchain and established financial systems.
- Tokenization Trends: Plume’s funding success reflects the growing demand for digital asset solutions.
- Quantum-Resistant Technologies: SEALSQ and Hedera’s partnership addresses emerging cybersecurity challenges.
- Enterprise Blockchain Adoption: Deutsche Bank’s public, permissioned network showcases the adaptability of blockchain in financial services.
- Social Impact: KuCoin’s philanthropic efforts illustrate blockchain’s capacity to drive positive societal outcomes.
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