The funding rounds, which gave Root a $100 million valuation, were led by Animoca Brands and included contributions from a slew of other notable investors
If Worldcoin can improve the world, why not give it a chance?
Worldcoin could make it easier to create digital identities for people worldwide. And even if it fails, more projects like it are coming.
A $1,200 Baseball Hat? Why Disco’s Swag Is ‘Prohibitively Expensive’
Wyoming lawmakers pass bill to prevent forced disclosure of private keys
If Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon signs the bill, from July 1 individuals in Wyoming will be protected from being forced to divulge their private keys, with one limited exception.
Dominica works with Huobi for digital identity program
Dominica has launched a digital identity program and national token in partnership with Huobi.
Self-sovereignty in the creator economy and Web3 — Is there room for both?
NFT Steez chats with Web3 advocate Julie Plavnik to discuss the concepts of self-sovereignty and digital identity in Web3-based creator economies.
Government crackdowns are coming unless crypto starts self-policing
From privacy standards to consumer protection, the cryptocurrency industry needs to better regulate itself before governments crack down.
Nigeria’s comms minister links blockchain to national digital innovation efforts
Nigeria’s government is looking to drive blockchain adoption as part of its plans to establish emerging technology centers across the country.
Japanese City to Trial Blockchain Voting System
Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture, is looking at blockchain tech to solve problems in the city, starting with an e-voting system.
This Self-Sovereign ‘DocuSign’ Uses Bitcoin for Digital Proofs
Woleet provides a digital ID software suite which allows its clients to authenticate documents and signatures using Bitcoin’s blockchain.
Sovrin Foundation Sheds All Paid Staff in Tale of a Token Issuance Gone Wrong
The Sovrin Foundation, a digital ID non-profit, laid off all paid employees after failing to secure funding for an SEC-compliant token issuance.
IBM, Mastercard Join Digital Identity Project Building ‘Ecosystems of Trust’
Mastercard, IBM and the provincial government of British Columbia are among the founding members of the Trust over IP (ToIP) Foundation.
French Central Bank Job Posting Reveals Digital Currency Program
Banque de France is seeking a blockchain analyst who will help the bank define a program for implementing digital currency.
Germany Passes National Policy to Explore Blockchain But Limit Stablecoins
Germany’s cabinet has passed a national strategy for exploring blockchain tech, while limiting the threat of stablecoins like Facebook’s Libra.
Netki Retools Digital ID Service for FATF’s New Crypto ‘Travel Rule’
Nekti has upgraded its digital ID service to help crypto firms meet the FATF’s tough new standards for combating money laundering.
Encrypted Email Service Launches on Blockstack With Bitcoin Features
An Egyptian web firm is building Dmail on Blockstack to bring bitcoin-friendly privacy tech to the Middle East.
You Can Now Pre-Order This $15,000 Crypto-Powered Beer Vending Machine
Decentralized identity startup Civic is rolling out a new product: beer vending machines that can verify ID.
IBM Scores Deal With US Credit Union Group to Use Hyperledger Blockchain
Credit union consortium CULedger will use IBM’s Hyperledger Fabric, in addition to several other blockchains it’s been working with.
Accenture’s New Blockchain App Lets Users Tip ‘Sustainable’ Producers
Accenture has announced a prototype blockchain-based supply chain app designed to reward business practices that conserve natural resources.
Swiss Railway Tests Blockchain Identities for Workplace Safety Boost
Swiss Federal Railways has trialed a blockchain-based credentials management system for construction workers.