Solana

Stablecorp to Enable Payments and Ultra Low Cost CAD / USD On-Chain FX with QCAD on Solana

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Friday, September 22, 2023
USDC, Digital, Tax, Shopify, VISA, FX, SGD, Ecosystem, Orca, Cryptocurrency, QCAD, Solana

TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Stablecorp a leading global digital asset player, announced the launch of the QCAD digital dollar on the Solana blockchain.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Stablecorp a leading global digital asset player, announced the launch of the QCAD digital dollar on the Solana blockchain.
  • Users of the Orca platform on Solana can exchange 5000 USDC for QCAD for less than 0.15% all-in cost including trading fees, price slippage and blockchain fees.
  • Starting today, users globally can access QCAD / USDC foreign exchange pairs on decentralized venues across Solana including Orca at fractions of the cost of foreign exchange at traditional venues and with instant settlement.
  • "The power of Digital Money like QCAD is just beginning to be understood as integrations like this one with Solana come online.

Elixir Games Launcher Announces Exclusive Titles

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Online, Ethereum, Universe, Supercell, Tinies, Partnership, Polygon, MMORPG, RPG, Launcher, Avalanche, Game, Apple, Sui, Entrepreneurship, System, App Store (iOS/iPadOS), Steam, Video game, Elixir, Chronos, Solana

MADRID, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elixir Games, a leading web3 gaming distribution platform, today announced a series of games to be released exclusively on the Elixir Games Launcher.

Key Points: 
  • MADRID, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elixir Games, a leading web3 gaming distribution platform, today announced a series of games to be released exclusively on the Elixir Games Launcher.
  • Elemental Raiders, a free-to-play, turn-based hero battler, developed by Games for a Living and backed by Supercell has signed on exclusively with Elixir Games Launcher as well.
  • "We are thrilled to announce this diverse array of web3 and mobile games coming only to the Elixir Games Launcher," said Carlos Roldan, Founder & CEO of Elixir Games.
  • The other titles coming exclusively to the Elixir Games Launcher are:
    Chronos , a post-apocalyptic metroidvania RPG, developed by SphereStudios.

Blockpass integrates award-winning ID system with Solana Wallets, offers special discount to Solana projects

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
Blockpass, Crypto, Heart, Software as a service, KYB, Decentralized finance, Organization, AML, Ecosystem, Environment, KYC, Cryptocurrency, Solana

Additionally, Blockpass will provide a unique special offer available to all Solana projects in the form of a 50% discount.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Blockpass will provide a unique special offer available to all Solana projects in the form of a 50% discount.
  • Solana is a blockchain network with the fundamental ideals of an open-source community, decentralization, staking and censorship resistance at its heart.
  • The Solana network is validated by thousands of independently-operating nodes that ensures data remains secure and censorship resistant.
  • Blockpass is a user-centric digital identity verification system that enables a one-click compliance gateway to financial services and other regulated industries.

The Solana Foundation Kicks Off Hyperdrive Hackathon to Bolster Ecosystem

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Amazon Web Services, Life, USDC, Hackathon, Creativity, SAN, Cryptocurrency, Nursing, Solana, Hyperdrive, Growth

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Solana Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to the decentralization, adoption, and security of the Solana network, today announced the start of Hyperdrive, an online, global hackathon with up to $1 million in prizes and seed funding. The hackathon will run from September 6 through October 15, 2023. This is the Solana Foundation's eighth hackathon – built for innovators looking to launch the next breakout startup built on the Solana blockchain.

Key Points: 
  • This is the Solana Foundation's eighth hackathon – built for innovators looking to launch the next breakout startup built on the Solana blockchain.
  • The Solana Foundation has a rich history of holding hackathons and other events to proactively engage developers – like the Solana Foundation Hacker Houses , which offer educational programming, expert advice, and demos.
  • "We are hosting the Hyperdrive hackathon to bring elite developers and founders together to compete as they launch their new startups in the Solana ecosystem," said Matty Taylor, Head of Growth at the Solana Foundation.
  • The last Solana Foundation hackathon – Grizzlython , which took place earlier this year – saw more than 10,000 participants build over 800 projects.

LBank Exchange Will List View Platform (VIEW) on September 7, 2023

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Social responsibility, Blockchain, Personal computer, Ecosystem, VIEW, AlpspiX Viewing Platform, Cryptocurrency, Solana

The VIEW platform (VIEW) is a blockchain-based digital advertising solution that connects advertisers and consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The VIEW platform (VIEW) is a blockchain-based digital advertising solution that connects advertisers and consumers.
  • LBank Exchange is thrilled to announce the upcoming listing of View Platform (VIEW), a blockchain-based digital advertising solution that connects advertisers and consumers.
  • Consumers can earn VIEW points by completing ad missions, which can be used for purchases or swapped for VIEW tokens.
  • The VIEW platform is accessible through web-based interfaces, utilizing cutting-edge technologies like the Solana blockchain and Phantom Wallet.

Visa Expands Stablecoin Settlement Capabilities to Merchant Acquirers

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Payments, Finance, Professional Services, Technology, Fintech, NFT, Crypto, Crypto.com, Internet, Eye, FIS, Nuvei, Movement, TPS, Athens Mass Transit System, Commerce, Growth, NYSE, Chair, Security (finance), USDC, Ethereum, Solana, Visa, Worldpay, Circle

Visa is expanding its stablecoin settlement capabilities to the high-performing Solana blockchain and is working with merchant acquirers Worldpay and Nuvei.

Key Points: 
  • Visa is expanding its stablecoin settlement capabilities to the high-performing Solana blockchain and is working with merchant acquirers Worldpay and Nuvei.
  • Before that pilot, settlement for cross-border purchases made on Crypto.com Visa cards required a days-long currency conversion process and costly international wire transfers.
  • This makes Visa one of the first major payments companies at scale to directly utilize Solana for live settlement payments between its clients.
  • As a leading global payments company, we are constantly focused on innovation, and we’re excited to work with Visa to bring these capabilities to our partners.”

The Solana Foundation Introduces New Speakers for Breakpoint 2023, including Cindy Leow, Shahar Madar, Tarun Chitra, Ryan Selkis, and More

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Cloud, Crypto, NFT, Helium Network, Engineering, Culture, Breakpoint, Security, Name, Google Cloud, Haus, Government, Electronic Arts, Neon, Conference, Cryptocurrency, Creative industries, Angelos Messaris, Backpack, Greenpeace, Ledger, Meural, Drift, Solana, Circle

NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Solana Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to the decentralization, adoption, and security of the Solana network, has announced further details of the speaker lineup for Solana Breakpoint 2023, with a list including industry leaders such as Cindy Leow, Co-founder, Drift; Peter Robert Moore COO, EA Games; Shahar Madar, Head of Security, Fireblocks; Tarun Chitra, CEO, Gauntlet Network; Joshua Archer, Senior Climate Campaigner, Greenpeace; Ryan Selkis, CEO, Messari; and Jules Urbach, CEO and Founder, The Render Network.

Key Points: 
  • The Breakpoint conference will take place from October 30 – November 3, 2023 at the Solana Campus in Amsterdam, located approximately 15 minutes from the city center.
  • Over the five-day event, keynotes, group panel discussions, workshops, art installations, and project showcases will address the most pressing issues in the crypto economy.
  • This latest addition to the speaker lineup includes impressive speakers from leading projects, large enterprises, and public bodies, serving as evidence of the momentum of this event.
  • To attend Breakpoint, tickets can be purchased here ; tickets include full access to the Solana campus, talks, official events, and more.

Marinade Native, an Innovative Staking Product on Solana, Surpasses 1.5 Million Sol Stake in Its First Month

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Stakers, SOL, Dapp, Native, CSS HTML Validator, Web API security, TVL, System, Staker Wallace, Cryptocurrency, Decentralized finance, Solana, Marination

Marinade now controls over 7.2 million SOL staked when combined with its original liquid staking token, mSOL.

Key Points: 
  • Marinade now controls over 7.2 million SOL staked when combined with its original liquid staking token, mSOL.
  • Tortola, British Virgin Islands--(Newsfile Corp. - August 23, 2023) - Marinade Finance, Solana's largest staking protocol, has officially surpassed 1.5 million SOL staked to its new Marinade Native product.
  • SOL holders who currently hold locked SOL through vesting or grants are also eligible to stake with Marinade Native.
  • In its first month, Marinade has received Native SOL stakes as high as over 1 million SOL from users.

Solana Pay Integrates with Shopify as New Payment Option to Transform Commerce

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
TSX, Commerce, NFT, Shopify, NYSE, SAN, USD, Internet, Cryptocurrency, Online shopping, Solana

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Solana Pay, a decentralized, open-source, peer-to-peer payments protocol built on Solana by Solana Labs, is now available to millions of businesses as an approved app integration with Shopify Inc. (NYSE, TSX: SHOP), the leading global commerce company that provides essential internet infrastructure for commerce. 

Key Points: 
  • Solana Pay makes it easy for merchants to get real-time access to their money and greater ability to manage working capital, liquidity, and liability protection.
  • With no intermediary, Solana Pay eliminates bank fees, chargebacks, and holding times while enabling immediate, direct payment settlement of USD stablecoins compatible with Solana.
  • Several brands currently active on Solana have already committed to making Solana Pay a payment option in their Shopify-powered storefronts, seeing the opportunity of providing a web3-native payment option for their web3-savvy customers: MonkeDAO , MadLads , Helius , and Solana's merch store .
  • Merchants who want to implement Solana Pay in their Shopify storefront can go to http://solanapay.com/ to learn more.

Flash News: OKX Wallet Now Supports Mantle, Opening Up Access to 100+ DApps

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Ethereum, Condition, NFT, Web3, AMM, Decentralized finance, Contractual term, Solana, Access, OKX, UTC, Symbiosis, Cryptocurrency, Dapp, Mantle

OKX Wallet Now Supports Mantle, Opening Up Access to 100+ DApps

Key Points: 
  • OKX Wallet Now Supports Mantle, Opening Up Access to 100+ DApps
    OKX Wallet now supports Mantle , BitDAO's Layer-2 scaling solution built on top of the Ethereum blockchain.
  • This addition enables users to view and transfer their digital assets on the Mantle network.
  • OKX Wallet is a universal crypto wallet available on multiple platforms and interfaces, including app, web and web extension.
  • It enables users access to 3,000+ cryptocurrencies, 60+ networks, thousands of DApps and a one-stop decentralized NFT Marketplace.