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Fandifi Partners with LA based Yoruba Media and Announces Live Webcast at VirtualInvestorConferences.com

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Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – April 20, 2022) – Fandifi Technology Corp. (CSE: FDM) (OTCQB: FDMSF) (FSE: TQ43) (“Fandifi” or the “Company”), is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into a partnership letter of intent (“LOI”) with digital media incubator Yoruba Media Labs (“Yoruba”). Yoruba works with brand clients to reach audiences in creative ways, including developing original content/IP that can play out in the tech, gaming and ad spaces. Fulwell 73 is a majority owner of Yoruba.

Under the terms of the LOI, Yoruba will be facilitating business collaborations for Fandom with:

  • Celebrity esports tournaments
  • Globally recognized awards shows
  • Original scripted programming
  • Live music events and venues

Yoruba is headed by Wally Eltawashy, who was an executive produce on HBO’s Jeffrey Wright feature O.G. and Showtime’s The Go-Go’s documentary. Mr. Eltawashy has worked with brands, tech start-ups and investors including P&G, Volkswagen, Adidas and Molson Coors. The alliance with Yoruba will help in creating digital content and digital experiences that build a deeper engagement with fans and audiences related to a particular show or brand.

Mr. Eltawashy comments, “Yoruba Media Labs is built on innovative ideas that entertain, inspire and uplift people through content. Through our partnership with FandifiTM, we will be introducing the Company’s prediction engine and NFT rewards marketplace to leading content creators, broadcasters, and influencers across a variety of genres. Our goal of building deeper fan engagement intersects directly with the features and capabilities of the FandifiTM ecosystem.”

“Partnering with Yoruba opens doors for FandifiTM to collaborate with industry leading producers and creators of unique globally recognized content across a variety of distribution channels. Our prediction and NFT rewards ecosystem will deployed to increase overall fan engagement and facilitate the addition of new revenue streams to global content creators. Furthermore, Yoruba’s deep ties with advertising agencies and world-renowned brands represent an additional springboard to unique event driven fan engagement and brand activation strategies. We’re super excited to work with Wally and the team and opportunities he brings to the table,” states David Vinokurov, Fandifi CEO and President.

Fandifi To Webcast Live at www.virtualinvestorconferences.com

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FandifiTM is pleased to announce that Fandifi CEO, David Vinokurov will present live at Virtual Investor Conferences.com on Thursday April 21, 2020 at 11 AM Eastern Time.

Conference Details:

Date: Thursday, April 21st, 2022
Time: 12 PM EDT/9 AM PST
Link: https://bit.ly/3NOdb4q

Mr. Vinokurov will be available for 1-on-1 meetings throughout the day.

This will be a live, interactive online event where investors are invited to ask Company executives questions in real-time. If attendees are not able to join the event live on the day of the conference, an archived webcast will also be made available after the event.

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It is recommended that investors pre-register and run the online system check to expedite participation and receive event updates.

Learn more about the event at www.virtualinvestorconferences.com.

About Yoruba Media Labs

Taking our cue from that storied tradition, we created Yoruba; a collective of creators, dedicated to crafting tech, data and content that inspires, influences and entertainers. From Data to Tech to Content, we develop and produce work that both contributes to and celebrates the culture and individuals who define it. Yoruba Media Labs is a hub for entrepreneurs, start-ups, investors, and strategic industry experts situated in Los Angeles. Since day one, we’ve helped innovators and founders take their start-ups to the next level by providing them with the tools and guidance they need to turn their excellent ideas into powerful companies.

https://www.yorubamedialabs.com/

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About Fandifi Technology Corp.

FandifiTM is building a crowd based and system generated prediction and fan engagement platform. FandifiTM platform runs on an associated neural network tailor made for content creators to increase gamification of their content and enable fan engagement within their communities regardless of form of distribution. FandifiTM also operates www.fandomart.com an NFT marketplace where rewards can be bought, sold or traded on an interoperable blockchain agnostic platform.

PLAY. PREDICT. GET REWARDED.”

For additional Information:

David Vinokurov
CEO, President
Fandifi Technology Corp.
Email: [email protected]
Phone +1 (604) 256 6990

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DISCLAIMER:

Certain statements made herein may contain forward-looking information within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities laws (“forward looking statements”). Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as “plans”, “expects”, “budgets”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, or “believes” or the negatives or thereof. Forward-looking statements herein include, but are not limited to statements with respect to: the affiliate marketing relationship with Elite Duels Corp. and the entering into a definitive agreement for the affiliate marketing partnership and the expected benefits to Fandom from the definitive agreement; market acceptance of the Company’s peer-to-peer wagering platform; the Company’s expectation of becoming a world-class engaging eco-system for all ages fans and fans of wagering on live Esports events; and the expected growth and health of the Esports betting market in general.

Forward-looking statements by their nature are based on assumptions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. We have made certain assumptions, which our management believes to be reasonable, about the forward-looking statements, including the ability to enter into a definitive affiliate marketing agreement with Elite Duels Corp., the expected revenue and other benefits to be generated by the relationship, as well as the ongoing performance advantages of the Company’s platform in comparison with existing or future competitive offerings, and the future growth of the market in which we compete. However, we can provide no assurance that the forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate. Furthermore, should one or more of the risks, uncertainties or other factors materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements or information contained herein. Important additional information identifying risks and uncertainties and other factors is contained in the section entitled “Risk and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recent Management Discussion and Analysis filed on SEDAR.

Except as required by law, we do not intend to update forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Blocks & Headlines: Today in Blockchain – April 29, 2025 | Deloitte, TRON DAO, Miden, JPMorgan, Nuvve

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The blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem is evolving at breakneck speed, with tokenization, Layer 2 innovations, institutional partnerships, and emerging venture plays dominating today’s headlines. In this op-ed–style briefing—April 29, 2025—we unpack five major stories that signal where Web3, DeFi, and NFTs are headed:

  1. Deloitte’s $4 trillion tokenized real estate forecast

  2. TRON DAO’s support for emerging talent at Harvard Blockchain Conference

  3. Miden’s $25 million raise to scale a zero-knowledge blockchain

  4. JPMorgan and Nacha’s blockchain-enabled ACH validation

  5. Nuvve’s new subsidiary for cryptocurrency and blockchain ventures

Each section delivers concise news coverage, incisive analysis, and opinion-driven insights into the strategic and technological implications. Throughout, we weave in essential keywords—blockchain, cryptocurrency, Web3, DeFi, NFTs—to ensure SEO optimization and relevance for digital audiences.


1. Deloitte Predicts $4 Trillion Tokenized Real-Estate Market by 2035

Summary:
In a landmark report released April 28, consulting giant Deloitte projects that the tokenized real-estate market could swell to $4 trillion by 2035. The forecast hinges on rapid adoption of security tokens that fractionalize property ownership, enabling global investors to trade real-estate assets 24/7 on blockchain platforms. Deloitte identifies five key enablers: regulatory clarity, standardized token protocols, interoperability layers, institutional-grade custody services, and liquid secondary markets. Adoption drivers include enhanced liquidity, democratized access for retail investors, and lower transaction costs via smart contracts.

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Analysis & Opinion:
Tokenization stands at the confluence of DeFi and traditional finance, promising to unlock trillions in illiquid assets. Yet realizing a $4 trillion market requires overcoming persistent hurdles: cross-border regulatory alignment, KYC/AML compliance on decentralized platforms, and robust digital-asset custodianship. Real-estate incumbents should prioritize pilot programs in regulated jurisdictions—such as Switzerland’s FINMA sandbox—to build trust and test token standards like ERC-3643 or the upcoming ISO TC 307 specifications. Meanwhile, DeFi protocols must integrate real-world asset oracles with high-assurance data feeds to prevent valuation discrepancies. As major asset managers—BlackRock, Fidelity—eye tokenization pilots, blockchain platforms offering modular compliance and seamless fiat on-ramps will emerge as market leaders.
Source: Bitcoin.com News


2. TRON DAO Empowers Emerging Talent at Harvard Blockchain Conference 2025

Summary:
TRON DAO reaffirmed its commitment to education and Web3 innovation by sponsoring the Harvard Blockchain Conference 2025 on April 26–27. The foundation underwrote travel grants, speaker honoraria, and hackathon prizes to support students and researchers exploring DeFi, NFT interoperability, and decentralized governance. TRON representatives—including CTO Michael Kong—led deep-dive sessions on TRON’s latest EVM-compatible upgrades, zero-fee transactions, and cross-chain bridges powered by the Sun Network. Award winners gained access to the TRON Accelerator program, offering mentorship, developer grants, and potential seed funding.

Analysis & Opinion:
Educational sponsorship is a strategic play for protocols seeking long-term developer mindshare. By investing in Harvard’s brightest, TRON DAO not only promotes its Layer 1 ecosystem but also fosters innovations that could address TRON’s scalability, security, and decentralization trade-offs. However, high-profile academically oriented conferences risk echo-chamber effects unless participation spans beyond marquee institutions. TRON would benefit from parallel outreach to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and community colleges to diversify its developer pipeline. In the battle for EVM-compatible supremacy, protocols that nurture broad, inclusive communities will secure resilience and real-world network effects.
Source: Bitcoin.com News


3. Miden Raises $25 Million to Scale a ZK Blockchain Post-Polygon Spin-out

Summary:
Miden, the zero-knowledge (ZK) proof–based Layer 2 protocol spun out of Polygon in late 2024, has secured a $25 million Series A led by a16z Crypto and Electric Capital. The round also saw participation from Placeholder, Pantera, and Circle Ventures. Miden’s core innovation lies in its bespoke STARK-based prover that enables trustless off-chain transaction batching and on-chain proof verification. Unlike SNARK-focused rollups, Miden eschews trusted setups and prioritizes transparency while targeting throughputs of 4,000+ TPS. The funds will scale Miden’s developer ecosystem, strengthen its modular data availability layer, and accelerate mainnet launch slated for Q4 2025.

Analysis & Opinion:
The ZK-rollup wars are intensifying as projects differentiate on security assumptions, throughput, and developer experience. Miden’s STARK-centric architecture addresses growing community concerns over SNARK trusted setups and prover centralization. However, achieving 4,000 TPS in production demands optimizations at both protocol and EVM-compatibility layers. Miden must also articulate clear interoperability roadmaps with Ethereum, Cosmos, and the OP Stack to attract DApp teams wary of liquidity fragmentation. The $25 million war chest affords aggressive grant programs and bug bounties—critical to securing audit-hardened code—but community trust will hinge on transparent security reports and gradual mainnet roll-out through incentivized testnets.
Source: Cointelegraph

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4. JPMorgan Partners with Nacha for Blockchain-Backed ACH Account Validation

Summary:
In a first for the traditional banking sector, JPMorgan Chase announced on April 27 a strategic alliance with Nacha, the U.S. ACH network operator, to pilot a blockchain-enabled account validation service. Utilizing a private permissioned ledger based on Hyperledger Fabric, the initiative aims to streamline ACH origination by verifying account ownership in real time, thereby reducing failed transactions and fraud. Pilot participants—including fintechs, regional banks, and corporate treasuries—can request instant validation tokens on ledgers, with JPMorgan acting as the initial node operator and Nacha providing rule governance. The project targets a 50% reduction in ACH settlement delays and a projected $300 million annual saving in transaction costs.

Analysis & Opinion:
Legacy payment rails face mounting pressure from DeFi protocols offering near-instant, low-fee transfers. JPMorgan’s move to integrate blockchain into ACH validation is a pre-emptive strike to modernize the Automated Clearing House network from within. Success will depend on achieving network effects—convincing enough U.S. financial institutions to run nodes and accept blockchain-issued trust tokens. Clear regulatory guidance from the Federal Reserve and CFPB on ledger governance will be essential. Should this pilot prove scalable, it could catalyze broader on-chain rails for corporate payments, payroll, and supply-chain finance, bridging Web2 and Web3 infrastructures.
Source: Ledger Insights


5. Nuvve Launches New Subsidiary to Capitalize on Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Opportunities

Summary:
Electric-vehicle charging network operator Nuvve has formed Nuvve Blockchain Ventures—a dedicated subsidiary focused on integrating cryptocurrency, distributed-energy resources (DERs), and tokenization into grid services. Announced April 28 via Business Wire, the new entity will explore utility partnerships for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) settlement in stablecoins, energy-asset tokenization for peer-to-peer trading, and use of NFTs to represent renewable-energy credits (RECs). Nuvve Blockchain Ventures has already secured MoUs with three major U.S. utilities and plans a Q3 pilot using a Polygon-based sidechain for meter-to-meter settlement.

Analysis & Opinion:
Nuvve’s leap into blockchain underscores the cross-industry potential of tokenization and DeFi primitives. By transacting energy services in stablecoins, Nuvve can reduce cross-border FX risk for EV fleets and unlock micro-grid autonomy. However, real-world energy markets demand high-availability, low-latency settlement—areas where existing Layer 1s and busy sidechains may falter. The choice of Polygon sidechain offers low fees and Ethereum security but may require roll-up bridges to settle larger energy-credit batches on Ethereum mainnet. Regulatory clarity on energy tokens as securities or commodities will also shape adoption. If Nuvve succeeds, utilities could adopt blockchain for everything from demand-response auctions to carbon-credit trading, accelerating the energy-Web3 nexus.
Source: Business Wire


Key Trends & Takeaways

  1. Mass Tokenization Looms: Deloitte’s $4 trillion forecast cements tokenized real estate as a flagship use case for security tokens—but success depends on regulatory harmonization and liquid secondary markets.

  2. Developer & Community Investment: TRON DAO’s Harvard sponsorship—and Miden’s sizable Series A—highlight how ecosystems compete for developer mindshare and project credibility through grants and educational outreach.

  3. ZK-Rollup Differentiation: The STARK-based approach of Miden contrasts with SNARK-dependent rollups, reflecting a market that prizes transparency and security assumptions in scaling Ethereum.

  4. Institutional Blockchain Adoption: JPMorgan and Nacha’s ACH pilot exemplifies how incumbent financial networks are cautiously integrating ledger technology to modernize legacy rails.

  5. Cross-Sector Tokenization: Nuvve’s energy-sector plunge illustrates the growing appetite for tokenized assets—from real estate to renewable credits—signaling Web3’s expansion into critical infrastructure.


Conclusion
Today’s headlines reveal a blockchain industry at full throttle: tokenization is broadening beyond finance into real-world assets; zero-knowledge solutions vie for Layer 2 dominance; consortiums of banks pilot private ledgers; and even EV-charging networks are exploring on-chain settlements. As DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 architectures mature, the winners will be platforms that balance regulatory compliance, technological robustness, and community engagement. Stay tuned to Blocks & Headlines for tomorrow’s deep dive into the innovations redefining decentralized networks.

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