Category: Transparency

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Tether, Bitfinex agree to drop opposition to FOIL request

Tether and Bitfinex say the decision not to appeal the Freedom of Information Law request by several media outlets was made in the interests of transparency. Tether and Bitfinex have jointly agreed to drop initial opposition to a Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request lodged in New York by a number of high-profile news publications.…
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Argentina’s Presidential Candidate Sergio Massa Suggests Using Blockchain for State Finance Oversight

Presidential candidate and Economy Minister Sergio Massa has proposed to develop a system to allow citizens to control and monitor state finance using blockchain tech in Argentina. At a recent presidential campaign rally, he declared that Argentines “should be able to control state accounts with their mobile phones,” interacting with the national budget. Sergio Massa…
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Blockchain improves charity transparency — But is it right for everyone?

Can blockchain technology actually help to improve transparency within charities? In 2021, the Australian branch of the Red Cross received $90 million to aid the victims of the bushfires that plagued various regions of New South Wales and Victoria.  However, the organization soon came under fire for its lack of transparency when it revealed that…
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Google updates service policies to comply with EU regulations

Google and other major internet platforms must update their service policies to comply with EU standards from its Digital Services Act by Aug. 28. Google plans to update some of its service policies to comply with the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), according to an Aug. 24 blog post.  The Big Tech giant said…
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Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications Face More Delays

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Friday asked for additional public feedback on a proposal to list a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), likely delaying any decision on the high-profile applications. SEC Seeks Public Opinion on Spot Bitcoin ETF The SEC put out a 34-page request for comment on the Ark Invest and…
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5 Python libraries to interpret machine learning models

Python libraries that can interpret and explain machine learning models provide valuable insights into their predictions and ensure transparency in AI applications. Understanding machine learning models’ behavior, predictions, and interpretation is essential for ensuring fairness and transparency in artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Many Python modules offer methods and tools for interpreting models. Here are five…
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5 blockchain-based social media platforms to know

Discover five blockchain-based social media platforms that are reshaping online interactions. Social media networks built on the blockchain are revolutionizing the way we share, interact and communicate with people online. These systems offer improved transparency, data ownership and decentralized incentives by utilizing the power of blockchain technology.  This article will discuss five well-known blockchain-based social…
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Crypto offers Africans a ‘lifeline’ from inflation and corruption, say execs

Chris Maurice, founder and CEO of crypto exchange Yellow Card said in Africa, crypto isn’t the “casino” that it can sometimes feel like in the West. While many investors in the West may look to crypto to speculate the next biggest trend, blockchain technology is actually solving “real-world problems” in Africa such as hyperinflation and…
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Potential Venus Protocol Liquidation Raises Concerns in BNB Community

Crypto market observers are currently focusing on the Venus Protocol this week as the protocol grapples with a possible liquidation of binance coin (BNB). The hacker who exploited the BNB blockchain managed to secure $150 million in stablecoins through the use of Venus. If the price of BNB slips to $220 per unit, the position…
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Crypto Exchange Bkex Suspends Withdrawals Amid Money Laundering Incident 

Bkex, a crypto exchange based in the British Virgin Islands, has suspended withdrawals due to an allegation that a user’s “funds were involved in money laundering.” In order to assist law enforcement with their investigation and gather evidence, Bkex said it has decided to halt withdrawal activity for the time being. British Virgin Islands-Based Digital…
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