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Luxury fashion meets blockchain on Syky, the Seven Seven Six-backed web3 platform

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In 2017, Delahunt was at Ralph Lauren and had her first look at the blockchain, but it wasn’t until years later while working to pioneer some digital wardrobe projects with companies, like Snap, Bitmoji and Roblox, that she had an opportunity to see that web3 was going to be “more than a niche community” for luxury fashion.

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Top tech trends powering the Middle East’s digital evolution by 2025

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In the energy and utilities sector, sustainability goals, such as Saudi Arabias Vision 2030 and UAEs Net Zero 2050, will drive investment in smart grids, renewable energy, and AI-driven energy efficiency solutions. Blockchain adoption is expected to grow, particularly in finance, supply chain management, and public services.

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Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com enters South Korea via acquisitions 

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Singapore-based cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com has acquired two startups in South Korea — payment service provider PnLink and virtual asset provider OK-BIT — for an undisclosed amount, Crypto.com said. . Crypto.com expands venture arm to $500 million to back early-stage web3 startups.

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Twig takes $35M to turn stuff you own into a way to pay

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Which does call into question the credibility of claims of ‘sustainability’ being made to stretch around a concept of resale that risks fuelling increased consumption via instant valuations and cash outs, as Twig offers. So that’s one potential wrinkle in Twig’s sustainability pitch.

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Super early-bird savings to TC Disrupt ending soon

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Lean in to get the latest news, networking, topics, trends, startups and VCs within your sector. Check out the stages and the tech they cover.

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WildWorks, maker of Animal Jam and Feral, angers fans with embrace of crypto gaming

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Less than a year ago, WildWorks, the makers of the kid’s virtual world game Animal Jam , launched its next big effort with a game aimed at Gen Z teens, called Feral. However, he says his opinion has since changed as he’s learned more about blockchain developments beyond Ethereum. Image Credits: WildWorks’ Cinder.

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What to expect at GITEX 2024: Key technologies shaping the future for tech leaders

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Sustainability Sustainability is increasingly becoming a priority for organizations worldwide. The event will address how technology can be a driving force behind sustainable initiatives. With deep insights into the latest advancements in AI, quantum computing, blockchain, cybersecurity, and more.