CyberArk has recently distinguished itself by securing the Trusted Cloud Provider trustmark from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), a leading organization in cloud security best practices. This recognition is not just a testament to CyberArk’s alignment with high cloud security standards but a clear indication of their commitment to safeguarding global cloud environments. The CSA is renowned for its stringent
As African economies continue to grow and integrate, the need for efficient cross-border payment systems becomes increasingly pressing. In a groundbreaking move, MANSA, a leading decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, has partnered with Bitmama, a prominent blockchain payment provider, to tackle these challenges head-on. This strategic collaboration aims to bridge liquidity gaps and enhance financial inclusion across the continent. The Growing
In a groundbreaking development, Akurateco, known for its robust white-label payment software, and CryptoProcessing by CoinsPaid, a leader in crypto payment solutions, have announced a strategic partnership. The fusion of these two powerhouses promises to redefine the digital payment landscape, making transactions more efficient, secure, and diverse. This article explores the various facets of this partnership and its potential to
The Ethereum ecosystem, a prominent hub for Web3 development sporting numerous rollups and layer-two scaling solutions, still grapples with high levels of centralization in its DeFi and meme coin sectors. Market intelligence platform Santiment has highlighted that major Ethereum-based projects show significant centralization among the top ten investors, an issue that persists despite the platform’s transition to proof-of-stake and its
North Korean hacking groups have escalated their cyber offensive by targeting a zero-day vulnerability in the widely-used Google Chromium web browser, as recent findings by Microsoft have disclosed. This brazen campaign, corroborated by Google, aims to siphon off digital currencies into North Korea’s coffers, bypassing international sanctions imposed on the country. These coordinated cyberattacks hold profound implications for users globally,
Binance, one of the largest and most influential cryptocurrency exchanges, has recently undertaken significant measures to elevate its platform by introducing cross and margin trading pairs for the USDC stablecoin with eleven new cryptocurrencies. This ambitious initiative aims to diversify the trading options on the platform, providing users with a variety of opportunities to develop targeted trading strategies. As the
The conviction of three individuals in China’s landmark case for the illegal acquisition of digital wallet private keys marks a significant shift in the country’s stance on cryptocurrency-related crimes. For the first time, Chinese authorities have successfully prosecuted criminals who illicitly obtained thousands of digital wallet private keys and mnemonics. This groundbreaking case, publicly announced by the Xuhui District Procuratorate,
In a notable trend within the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin whales—wallets holding at least 100 BTC—have been increasing their activity significantly. As smaller traders sell off their holdings amid falling prices, these large investors have aggressively purchased Bitcoin. According to Santiment, a blockchain analytics platform, the number of whale wallets hit a 17-month high with an addition of 283 new wallets
The Cardano blockchain has successfully implemented its Chang hard fork, setting the stage for a significant transformation in its governance structure. On September 1, at block 10764778, the Chang upgrade was initiated, ushering in the "Conway ledger era." This upgrade is a part of the broader Voltaire phase, which aims to provide ADA holders with an unprecedented level of control
Recent events have highlighted a significant turn in cyber-espionage activities. Russian hackers, specifically the well-known state-sponsored group APT29, commonly referred to as Cozy Bear, have made headlines once again. This time, they employed commercially developed spyware exploits to execute sophisticated cyber-attacks targeting high-profile victims. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) revealed these attacks, presenting a comprehensive report that delves into the
The introduction of a new stablecoin, EURI, by Banking Circle S.A., marks a significant milestone in the European financial landscape. This is particularly momentous given that EURI is the first bank-backed stablecoin in the European Union, and it complies with the European Commission’s Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA). This development is aimed at providing a robust and regulated digital
Since its initial detection in June 2024, the ransomware group Cicada3301 has quickly become a formidable adversary in the cybersecurity landscape. Their sophisticated approach to encryption and their use of cutting-edge technologies have set them apart from typical ransomware groups, drawing significant attention from security experts. In a short span of time, Cicada3301 has successfully attacked numerous organizations, showcasing their
