Kraken, one of the pioneering cryptocurrency exchanges, is gearing up to introduce its own blockchain platform, "Ink," at the beginning of next year. Ink is designed to support an array of decentralized applications (dApps), aiming to facilitate token trading, borrowing, and lending activities without the need for any intermediaries. Inspired by the success of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms like Coinbase’s
In the rapidly evolving world of Web3, Bitget Wallet has emerged as a significant player, particularly through its influential role in the blockchain gaming sector. As the leading non-custodial Web3 wallet, Bitget Wallet has facilitated nearly half of all CATI token claims from Catizen, a gaming initiative that operates on the TON and Mantle blockchain ecosystems. This milestone underscores Bitget
Embedded finance, a transformative approach integrating financial services directly into non-financial platforms, has revolutionized how users access financial products. By embedding lending, payments, insurance, and banking services within everyday applications and websites, this innovation streamlines financial transactions and management, obviating the need to navigate multiple institutions. As Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) play a crucial role in this seamless integration, they
Sports betting has a rich history, evolving from in-person wagers at games to a sprawling online market worth billions. Yet, even amidst its growth, the industry struggles with major issues that undermine trust and integrity. Transparency, fairness, and security are ongoing concerns, leaving bettors wary of the platforms they use. Here, blockchain technology offers a potential remedy, promising to reshape
Vietnam has unveiled its ambitious National Strategy on the Application and Development of Blockchain Technology to 2025, with a Vision to 2030, following the signing of Decision No.1236/QD-TTg by Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phuc. The strategy aims to position Vietnam as a leading regional and global player in blockchain technology. The overarching objective is to build a robust national
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses are increasingly undertaking digital transformations that incorporate cloud services, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and third-party integrations. This evolution has led to the significant expansion of the identity attack surface, making it a prime target for cybercriminals. As Chief Information Security Officer at Gathid, Craig Davies emphasizes the heightened risk of identity-related cyberattacks
The adoption of blockchain technology in issuing government bonds, referred to as "digital gilts," holds immense potential to revolutionize debt markets. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Lamine Brahimi, co-founder and managing partner of Taurus, underscored several foundational advantages. Among these, he noted the potential to drastically improve market efficiency and substantially lower borrowing costs for governments. By leveraging blockchain technology,
The newly identified macOS-targeted ransomware, dubbed ‘macOS NotLockBit,’ is raising alarms in the cybersecurity community due to its misuse of the notorious LockBit ransomware brand. Researchers from SentinelLabs and Trend Micro have flagged this fresh wave of ransomware as a significant, albeit still experimental, threat against Apple’s macOS devices. The appearance of such malware specifically targeting macOS is particularly noteworthy,
In a disconcerting development in the cybersecurity landscape, hackers have been exploiting exposed Docker Remote API servers to deploy the perfctl malware, posing significant risks to organizations that rely heavily on containerized environments. This sophisticated attack vector leverages vulnerabilities in Docker configurations to gain unauthorized access and control over host systems, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced security measures and
Researchers have uncovered a critical security vulnerability in the Wi-Fi Alliance’s Test Suite that could permit unauthenticated local attackers to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This flaw, documented as CVE-2024-41992, affects Arcadyan FMIMG51AX000J routers and enables attackers to send specially crafted packets to perform command injection, thereby obtaining root privileges. Discovered by independent researcher "fj016" and revealed by SSD
In the wake of the UnitedHealth Group (UHG) data breach that compromised the sensitive information of over 100 million American users, the healthcare industry faces a crucial need to reevaluate its cybersecurity measures to prevent similar incidents. This breach, which originated from a sophisticated ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, not only exposed protected health information but also underscored vulnerabilities within
INE Security has launched new cybersecurity training solutions specifically tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) to address the increasing necessity of strong cyber hygiene practices in the digital age. As the reliance on digital technologies among SMBs grows, so does their exposure to cyber threats, making continuous education and robust security measures more critical than ever. These training solutions
