ChainCatcher news, Binance CEO Richard Teng published an article titled "The Owners and Disruptors in the Era of Blockchain Innovation," in which he pointed out that Binance's user count has surpassed 200 million, marking an important milestone in the history of innovation. Blockchain and Web3 are developing at an unprecedented speed, with the technology disruption cycle accelerating. Bitcoin, launched in 2009, laid the foundation for a new asset class and attracted mainstream global attention in less than a decade. The time from the emergence of this technology to the widespread deployment of consumer applications based on it is very short.Currently, millions of people around the world are using digital assets to efficiently transfer value online, participate in decentralized finance (DeFi) activities, and benefit from various smart contract-supported functionalities, ranging from digital art to decentralized autonomous applications.

ChainCatcher news, OKX announced a partnership with Web3 mobile infrastructure provider Jambo, which was established after OKX's investment arm, OKX Ventures, made a strategic investment in Jambo.It is reported that this collaboration will promote the integration of the OKX app with JamboPhone, which has successfully launched in over 120 countries and regions. The OKX app will be pre-installed on JamboPhone, providing users with self-custody Web3 wallet services. The OKX Web3 wallet covers over 200,000 tokens, 90+ chains, thousands of dApps, and the widest range of inscription markets. The shared mission of both parties is to enhance access to Web3 technology and drive mass adoption.Jambo co-founder James Zhang stated, "By integrating the OKX app into the Jambo ecosystem, we can enable users in emerging markets to participate in the digital ecosystem safely and efficiently. The integration of the OKX app with Jambo Phone will open up new avenues for user engagement in emerging markets."

ChainCatcher news, OKX Ventures announced a strategic investment in MyShell. MyShell is a pioneer in open-source AI foundational models and an AI-driven Web3 ecosystem that offers a unique AI app store, enabling creators to easily build AI-native applications. MyShell stands out in the rapidly evolving Web3 space with its innovative approach to integrating artificial intelligence with blockchain technology. The platform has received widespread acclaim, with nearly 20,000 stars on GitHub, a registered user base of 1 million, and an active community of 50,000 creators.Dora, the founder of OKX Ventures, said, "This strategic investment is our commitment to nurturing cutting-edge technology, and we are excited to partner with MyShell as they continuously push the boundaries of what is possible in the Web3 space. They create seamless user experiences through AI integration, aligning with our vision of building a more accessible and user-friendly blockchain ecosystem. The collaboration between OKX Ventures and MyShell will accelerate the adoption of AI in the Web3 space, paving the way for innovative solutions that enhance user engagement and trust on digital platforms."

ChainCatcher news, Ren Yunan, the chairman of OKLink, was invited to attend the 4th "Asia Technology Transformation Summit" and stated that Web3 innovative technology will help build a more transparent, open, and equal future. However, due to the public's lack of understanding of new technologies, misunderstandings often arise. To address this issue, education and promotion are key. Many risks are not related to blockchain technology itself, but rather due to the actions of bad practitioners. Currently, OKLink provides on-chain anti-money laundering and data monitoring analysis tools for industry practitioners as well as law enforcement and regulatory agencies. By tagging different addresses with entity-related labels, it is possible to quickly track suspicious transactions.It is reported that OKLink is a leading blockchain technology company dedicated to promoting the research, development, and application of blockchain technology. Its subsidiary, OKLink, is a leading provider of blockchain data solutions, focusing on regulatory technology (RegTech) and supervisory technology (SupTech).

ChainCatcher news, the Web3 technology company BLOCKSMITH has announced that it has successfully completed its angel round of financing, attracting investments from SBI Group, Headline Asia, J-CAM Corporation, and others. Previously, 100% of the company's shares were held by its parent company KLab Inc. and founder Tetsuya Sanada. This is the company's first time bringing in external funding, and the financing is aimed at strengthening its financial position and preparing for an IPO. The funds raised will be used for product development, research, and other areas.It is reported that BLOCKSMITH has successful experience in blockchain development and operations, including providing "Captain Tsubasa - RIVALS -" to Thirdverse Group. In addition to developing blockchain games, the company also focuses on the research and development of related technologies, including the establishment of an AI laboratory and announcing a business collaboration with Facial Recognition Web3 Wallet in September 2023.

ChainCatcher news, AntChain's new Web3 brand Zan was officially launched at the Shanghai Bund Conference. This brand provides Web3-oriented technology solutions for the Hong Kong and overseas markets, focusing particularly on security and compliance technology products. Former AntChain CTO Zhang Hui serves as the CEO of ZAN.Zhang Hui introduced that ZAN offers a rich array of technical services to compliance institutions and innovative companies in Hong Kong and overseas markets, supporting Web3 innovative businesses with full-stack secure and trustworthy technology products and comprehensive solutions, aiding in the innovation of Web3 applications and the large-scale development of the industry.It is understood that ZAN inherits the blockchain technology capabilities accumulated by AntChain over the years, relying on the open-source technology matrix AntChain TrustBase built by AntChain OpenLabs. AntChain TrustBase is based on AntChain's open-source technology system, integrating multiple technological achievements from AntChain, including the widely concerned wide-area consensus algorithm, zero-knowledge proof (ZKP), fully homomorphic encryption (FHE), and other fields.As a next-generation internet technology, Web3 has become a focal point of attention both domestically and internationally in recent years due to its disruptive transformative power for industries. Regions like Hong Kong and Singapore are vigorously embracing Web3. Earlier this year, the Hong Kong SAR government proposed the goal of making Hong Kong an international digital asset center and launched a series of policies. Subsequently, technology companies including Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, and Huawei Cloud have released Web3-related products and services aimed at the Hong Kong and overseas markets, seizing market opportunities.

ChainCatcher news, the Web3 technology community A³DAO will hold the "A³ Summit - Accelerate Web3 Adoption in Asia" event during TOKEN2049, co-hosted by AntChain ZAN, Artela, Trusta Labs, Punkcode, HashKey, and Web3Port, scheduled for September 14, 15:00-20:00 Beijing time.The core theme of this A³ Summit is "Web2 Giants and Web3," inviting new forces in Web3 with top Web2 technology and resources (including Web3 teams within Web2 giants, Web3 projects founded by former executives of large companies, and VCs and incubators dedicated to bridging the Web2 ecosystem) to share their visions and projects, discussing how Web2 technology and resources can drive the growth and mass adoption of Web3, while inviting global venture capitalists to facilitate the integration of this rising force from Asia with global projects and investor networks.It is reported that the A³ Summit will feature speeches and panel sessions, with the Vice President of Ant Group's Digital Technology Business Group, GSR, Superscrypt, HashKey, and former executives from large Web2 companies who are now entrepreneurs in Web3 attending to speak or participate in roundtable discussions.A³DAO is a new Web3 technology community jointly initiated by AntChain ZAN, Artela, and Trusta Labs, dedicated to bridging Web2 and Web3, accelerating the mass adoption of Web3 in the Asia region.

ChainCatcher news, according to Fortune magazine, AI metaverse startup Futureverse co-founders Aaron McDonald and Shara Senderoff announced the establishment of a $50 million Web3 technology fund called Born Ready, which will provide investments ranging from $250,000 to $2 million to companies building the Futureverse Web3 infrastructure and content network.It is reported that the Born Ready portfolio already includes sneaker startup FCTRY Lab and Web3 game studio Walker Labs, among others. The Born Ready fund will also launch an accelerator to help nurture some of the portfolio companies.

ChainCatcher news, oil giant Saudi Aramco has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with droppGroup to explore the joint development of a range of Web3 technologies. The related Web3 applications will aim to assist Saudi Aramco employees, including potential onboarding guidance, training ecosystems, and tokenized networks and reward programs.It is reported that droppGroup is a Web3 technology provider whose tech stack includes artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), extended reality (XR), tokenized networks, and metaverse environments. (Source link)