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Crypto Custody Provider Brane Welcomes New Advisor, IBM Partner and Experienced Technology Executive Martin Lantaigne

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Brane Inc., a leading cryptocurrency custodian, announced today that Martin Lantaigne, an experienced technology executive and current Partner and Canadian Federal Cluster Leader at IBM, has joined the company’s Advisory Board.

As a member of Brane’s team of advisors, Lantaigne will support Brane’s development into Canada’s leading blockchain innovation company, bringing deep tech sector experience and public sector expertise to the table.

“I’m delighted to join the outstanding team at Brane in their exciting journey to becoming the leading cryptocurrency custodian,” said Lantaigne. “I’m looking forward to working with the Brane team to realize their vision of becoming a bank for the world’s new asset class.”

“Martin brings unparalleled experienced deploying technology at an enterprise scale to help resolve business challenges and shape disruptive business models across a range of industries, including Canada’s public sector,” said Adam Miron, Brane’s Chairman and Interim CEO. “The exceptional bench strength of our board and advisors, ranging from seasoned private sector executives to public sector leaders, is one of Brane’s greatest assets as we embark on a phase of rapid growth. Martin is the perfect addition to this team.”

Lantaigne’s experience in the technology sector spans nearly three decades. Prior to joining IBM Canada, he held a series of senior executive roles at SAP Canada.

Brane’s Advisory Board also includes:

Former Ambassador Bruno Saccomani

Officer-in-Charge, RCMP, Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s Protection Detail (2009-2012)

Ambassador to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and to the Republic of Iraq

Sylvain Viau

37 years of service with the Canadian Armed Forces, retired at the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel in the Communication branch in 2015

Gianluca Cairo

Chief of Staff, Federal Minister – Innovation, Science and Economic Development (2017-2019)

Chief of Staff, Federal Minister – Public Services and Procurement (2015-2017)

Nick Koolsbergen

Chief of Staff – Alberta’s Premier Jason Kenney (2017-2018)

Director of Issues Management – Office of Prime Minister Stephen Harper (2014-2015)

Nathalie Bourque

More than 30 years in public relations, government affairs and financial communications

Devan Pennell, CPA

CFO – Flow Alkaline Spring Water

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Revolutionizing Fintech: 6G Digital & Rune Nilsson’s FlexM Global in a Bold $12.5M Deal Shaking the Banking Industry

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Teletubbies Digital Companions to Launch on the Tezos Blockchain

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MetaPals, an AI digital companion platform, is partnering with WildBrain’s beloved Teletubbies to bring together cherished childhood memories and the innovative digital era with the launch of the Teletubbies AI digital companions on 20 April, 2024.
As Teletubbies commemorates its 27th anniversary on 31 March, the collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting array of renowned IPs joining the ‘MetaPals Multiverse’ in 2024. Through the use of AI and blockchain technology powered by Tezos, much loved Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, Po, and even Noo-Noo have become personalized, evolving digital companions within the MetaPals browser extension game engine.

The Teletubbies characters integrate with users’ daily browsing experience that accompanies users across the web, offering both playful interactions and practical assistance. This technology not only brings these fun characters to life in new, interactive ways, but also helps to enhance the mental well-being of users by fostering a sense of companionship.

Each Teletubbies companion within the MetaPals Multiverse will exhibit unique personality traits, offering users a diverse and dynamic experience. With personalities distributed across 5000+ Teletubby companions along a spectrum, users are guaranteed a one-of-a-kind experience, ensuring enjoyment for all and opportunities to foster new connections with this nostalgic brand.

Max Giammario, CEO of MetaPals, said: “Through this collaboration we’re not just revisiting Teletubbyland, we’re reinventing it for the digital age. By weaving in AI and blockchain, we enable the Teletubbies characters to evolve, interact, and form unique bonds with users, embodying our vision of dynamic digital companionship. With a bit of ‘MetaPals magic’, the Teletubbies are exploring beyond the hills and far away, ready to play, in ways we’ve never imagined.”

Melissa Goodrich, Director, Franchise Strategy at WildBrain, said: “We’re excited to see our colorful quartet come to life in new ways through this unique digital experience for fans. As we celebrate 27 years of the perennially popular Teletubbies franchise, this latest collaboration encapsulates the essence of childhood nostalgia while embracing the limitless possibilities of the digital age.”
Jason Lim, TZ Apac Games Adoption Team for the Tezos Ecosystem, said: “MetaPals will be pioneering the convergence of iconic IPs such as Teletubbies with the limitless possibilities of the Tezos blockchain. I can’t wait to see the magic they are brewing up next.”

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Alarum Announces Exciting Events Lineup and Welcomes Esteemed Advisor to NetNut’s Advisory Board

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