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Oxford Royale Academy Announces Third-time Win of Prestigious Queen’s Award
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Leading provider of academic summer schools for international students, Oxford Royale Academy (ORA), has today been named as a winner of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, for the third time in seven years. The Queen’s Award is the highest official accolade for British business, which is granted for exceptional contributions to international trade, innovation or sustainable development. ORA were selected as winners in the international trade category.
“To receive the Queen’s Award three times since 2012 is a tremendous achievement,” said ORA’s Chief Executive and Founder, William Humphreys. “We have been on a very exciting journey since the organisation started 15 years ago, and have welcomed over 20,000 students from more than 160 nations to the United Kingdom to study. I am very proud of the opportunities we offer our students, and the way in which they use these opportunities to succeed in their chosen paths in life. I am also extremely proud of the team at ORA, who work tirelessly to ensure that we deliver an unparalleled cultural and educational experience to every one of our students.”
In order to carve a truly strong and successful path in a highly competitive world, ORA believe that young people now need greater global awareness, more varied cultural experiences, broader global networks, and vitally, personal guidance and direction. And ORA’s summer schools offer exactly this. Students can choose from over 150 courses, all designed to help them gain confidence, experience and a competitive edge. Depending on the course they select, they can experience life in an Oxford University college, visit some of the most heritage-rich locations in the United Kingdom, taste a degree in medicine, build a kit-car or explore AI and blockchain, whilst always working with peers from around the globe.
William continues, “Many young people are capable of exceptional academic, personal and commercial success, but they are simply not aware of opportunities which may be available to them. By offering young people a taste of elite higher education, multi-cultural experiences and innovative subject matter, we can help them to identify their strengths, passions and ambitions. And often, they will grasp new opportunities, which they would never have believed that they could access or achieve. I can personally attest to the value of this approach as we take enormous pride in the success of our students, many of whom have gone on to study at some of the UK’s top universities, such as Oxford and Cambridge Universities and Imperial College, London – and have subsequently made tremendous contributions to British industry and research.”
ORA also firmly believes that the UK must continue to attract more global talent for the benefit of both foreign and British students – and to ensure that the UK continues to lead the world in fields such as research, technology, education and commerce. A recent publication of a report by the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group for International Students called for more to be done to encourage international students to study in the UK. This was further endorsed by a recent announcement by International Trade Secretary, Liam Fox and Education Secretary, Damian Hinds, outlining the Government’s ambition to increase the number of international students choosing to complete higher education in the UK by 30%, to 600,000 per annum by 2030.
William says, “We absolutely endorse the findings of the All-Party Parliamentary Group’s report and the ambitions outlined by Liam Fox and Damian Hinds. Incoming international students undoubtedly benefit the UK economically, culturally and socially. By opening the door to more international students, we are excited to be playing a part in ensuring that the UK continues to remain at the forefront of commerce, research and education.”
The Oxbridge experience, together with the breadth of courses and outstanding teaching, has helped ORA to achieve tremendous growth over the past few years, with diverse courses now offered from the heritage-rich British education pinnacles of Cambridge and Oxford, to the US academic powerhouse of Yale. To support this growth, ORA have recently acquired the remarkable Yarnton Manor in Oxford, a 17th Century manor house estate, once owned by the ancestors of Princess Diana, which now acts as an education centre and the company’s HQ. For a company which has seen such tremendous growth and achieved such recognition, this is surely yet another sign that ORA are only just beginning their next chapter, as they continue to challenge traditional approaches to education, build international relations and contribute ever-more exceptional talent and experience to the world of international trade & research.
SOURCE Oxford Royale Academy
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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain – May 28, 2025 (Angermayer, Soneium, ASIC, Guo, DMG)
Blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies continue to evolve at breakneck speed, driving new partnerships, regulatory battles, service launches, and environmental innovations. Today’s briefing highlights five pivotal developments:
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Christian Angermayer’s investment in Uranium Digital, signaling a shift toward tokenized commodities.
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Sony’s Soneium launch, embedding Web3 into entertainment via a layer-2 blockchain.
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ASIC’s lawsuit against a former Blockchain Global exec, underscoring regulatory scrutiny over exchange failures.
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Cointelegraph’s coverage of civil proceedings against Liang “Allan” Guo, reinforcing Australia’s hard line on director accountability.
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DMG Blockchain’s carbon-neutral Bitcoin transactions, blending green initiatives with custody services.
We’ll unpack each story with concise coverage, opinion-driven commentary, and “Source” attributions—arming you with context and SEO-rich keywords like blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3, DeFi, and NFTs.
1. Christian Angermayer Backs Uranium Digital’s Tokenized Commodities
Summary: Christian Angermayer, the German biotech billionaire and prominent crypto investor, has joined Uranium Digital as a strategic investor and advisor—aiming to bring uranium trading onto blockchain rails and open commodities markets to tokenized liquidity .
Analysis & Commentary:
Angermayer’s move represents a pivotal moment for asset tokenization, blending commodity markets with DeFi liquidity. By leveraging blockchain’s transparency and fractional ownership, Uranium Digital could democratize access to a market historically reserved for large institutional players. However, regulatory frameworks for nuclear materials are stringent—navigating cross-border compliance will be as critical as the technical on-chain architecture. This partnership may set a precedent for other “hard asset” tokenization ventures seeking both capital and credibility.
Source: Fortune/Yahoo Finance
2. Sony’s Soneium: A Layer-2 Web3 Revolution for Entertainment
Summary: Sony’s new layer-2 blockchain, Soneium, launched in January 2025 to facilitate fast, low-cost transactions for gaming, NFTs, and creator economies. Built on Ethereum’s OP Stack, it has processed over 70 million transactions and hosts 62 dApps, including partnerships with Bandai Namco and Gaudiy.
Analysis & Commentary:
With Soneium, Sony is not just experimenting with blockchain; it’s reimagining digital ownership in entertainment. By targeting high-volume use cases—gaming items, fan tokens, event ticketing—Sony leverages its brand authority to accelerate Web3 adoption. Yet mainstream uptake hinges on seamless user experiences: integrated wallets, intuitive NFT management, and clear value for collectors. If Sony can mask blockchain’s complexity behind familiar interfaces, Soneium could become the template for corporate-led Web3 platforms.
Source: CCN
3. ASIC Sues Former Blockchain Global Exec Over $20M in Claims
Summary: The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) filed civil proceedings against former Blockchain Global director Liang “Allan” Guo for allegedly misusing over A$20 million of ACX Exchange customer funds and breaching directors’ duties.
Analysis & Commentary:
This lawsuit highlights the regulatory imperative to protect retail crypto investors. As exchanges fail, the lack of segregated custodial accounts leaves users exposed to directors’ mismanagement. ASIC’s aggressive stance sends a clear signal: exchange governance and financial controls are non-negotiable. Blockchain firms must prioritize transparent accounting, regular audits, and robust compliance frameworks—or risk severe legal consequences.
Source: Decrypt
4. Australian Regulator Takes Guo to Court: Cointelegraph’s Perspective
Summary: Cointelegraph reports ASIC’s civil case against Allan Guo, focusing on alleged false statements and improper fund co-mingling at ACX Exchange, which left over A$22.7 million in creditor claims.
Analysis & Commentary:
Cointelegraph’s coverage underscores a broader trend: jurisdictional enforcement is catching up with crypto’s borderless nature. By spotlighting both Guo’s departure from Australia and the court’s pursuit, the story reinforces that geographical escape won’t shield executives from liability. Going forward, global crypto platforms must embed compliance in governance structures rather than treating it as an afterthought.
Source: Cointelegraph
5. DMG Blockchain Enables Carbon-Neutral Bitcoin Transactions
Summary: DMG Blockchain Solutions, via its subsidiary Systemic Trust Company and Terra Pool, now offers regulatory-compliant, carbon-neutral Bitcoin transactions using Fireblocks custody infrastructure and green energy-backed mining pools.
Analysis & Commentary:
By integrating carbon-neutral protocols into custody and settlement, DMG addresses the sustainability critique of Bitcoin. Financial institutions increasingly demand ESG-aligned crypto services; DMG’s offering could capture that market. The challenge lies in quantifying and auditing green claims, ensuring the offset mechanisms are transparent and verifiable. If DMG nails this, carbon-neutral Bitcoin may shift from niche demand to mainstream expectation.
Source: GlobeNewswire
Conclusion
Today’s stories illustrate how blockchain’s frontiers—from tokenized commodities and corporate Web3 platforms to regulatory crackdowns and green coin initiatives—are rapidly expanding. Key takeaways:
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Tokenization’s next wave: Hard assets like uranium may redefine DeFi’s scope.
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Enterprise blockchains: Sony’s Soneium could blueprint corporate-run layer-2 networks.
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Regulatory rigor: ASIC’s actions against Guo reinforce that compliance and fund segregation are mandatory.
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Sustainable crypto: Carbon neutrality in Bitcoin transactions is evolving from buzzword to business imperative.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s Blocks & Headlines, where we’ll bring you the latest strategic partnerships, technological breakthroughs, and policy updates driving the blockchain revolution.
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