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OKEx Expects 100% Increase in Staff in Two Years

Cryptocurrencies, Digital currencies, OKEX, Bitcoin, Financial technology, Money, Finance
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 - 12:51pm

The COVID-19 pandemic undoubtedly accelerated the adoption of crypto, encouraging more people to grow trust in Bitcoin over traditional safe-haven like gold, stock market, and real estate.

Key Points: 
  • The COVID-19 pandemic undoubtedly accelerated the adoption of crypto, encouraging more people to grow trust in Bitcoin over traditional safe-haven like gold, stock market, and real estate.
  • Considering the growing business opportunities and the increasing demand of crypto trading, OKEx is expanding its presence to different regions of the world beyond the existing 180 countries and areas.
  • We expect a 100% increase in the total number of staff in 2 years serving customers from around the world, said Jay Hao, CEO of OKEx.
  • The OKEx Beacon Program will recruit a total of 6 mentees for a one-month exclusive mentorship with CEO Jay Hao and Director of Financial Markets Lennix Lai.

GDET Engages Leading Online Marketing Firm to Drive Traffic and Sales at The Greenery Online CBD Store

Marketing, Business, Market economics), Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, Digital currencies, Brand, Digital marketing, Sales
Tuesday, June 2, 2020 - 10:30am

Increased traffic through the online store is one of the core goals in the Companys recently launched multi-pronged marketing and brand development strategy.

Key Points: 
  • Increased traffic through the online store is one of the core goals in the Companys recently launched multi-pronged marketing and brand development strategy.
  • The team at EDM has helped hundreds of clients reach their digital marketing and branding goals over the past two decades.
  • Driving traffic to the The Greenery store represents an initial step in a wider marketing and brand development strategy now underway at GDET.
  • The Company has recently divested complex operations involved in cryptocurrency mining, Bitcoin ATM, and CBD physical store sales segments, freeing up resources that will be focused exclusively on maximizing the growth potential of its online CBD sales segment.

First BitAngels Toronto Virtual Event to Take Place June 4

Computing, Digital technology, Cryptocurrencies, Information, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Decentralization, Resource Reservation Protocol
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 5:16pm

Toronto, Canada, June 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ( Blockchain Wir e) BitAngels ( https://www.bitangels.network/ ), an investor network for the blockchain industry, today announced the first BitAngels Toronto virtual event will take place on June 4 through Zooms webinar function.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, Canada, June 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ( Blockchain Wir e) BitAngels ( https://www.bitangels.network/ ), an investor network for the blockchain industry, today announced the first BitAngels Toronto virtual event will take place on June 4 through Zooms webinar function.
  • To learn more or RSVP, visit the event page .To apply to present at future events or sponsor, go to https://www.bitangels.network/ or submit the application form .
  • TheBitAngels Toronto event calendar will be updated on the BitAngels website in the coming weeks with events scheduled to take place every two months.
  • Recordings of the pitch session will be available though video access is limited to BitAngels investor members, who may join for the live event as well as view the recording afterward.

CareerGig Announces Initial Seed Funding Round with June Launch

Computing, Telecommuting, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Decentralization, Digital technology, Information, Freelancer, Upwork
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 2:00pm

ARLINGTON, Va., June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CareerGig , a SaaS-based marketplace that utilizes blockchain and other technologies to provide freelancers with competitive jobs and benefits, and employers with state of the art verification services, announces its initial seed funding round has closed, and that it will launch an initial set of offerings on June 15, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CareerGig , a SaaS-based marketplace that utilizes blockchain and other technologies to provide freelancers with competitive jobs and benefits, and employers with state of the art verification services, announces its initial seed funding round has closed, and that it will launch an initial set of offerings on June 15, 2020.
  • Unlike other platforms, CareerGig uses blockchain, artificial intelligence, and other technologies to verify and validate freelance employees so that companies can trust that they are hiring the best possible talent.
  • The June 15 launch will include a set of insurance benefits for freelancers, and a set of assessments and background checks for employers to provide contractors.
  • CareerGig has raised an initial seed round of funding as a self-investment from its co-founders, which will support the initial product launches and enable the company to grow its membership base.

Kronoverse Secure Further Investment From Persimmon Hill Limited and Calvin Ayre

Computing, Digital technology, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Decentralization, Information, Calvin Ayre, eSports
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 11:19am

SAN FRANCISCO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kronoverse Inc., the independent game-development company behind the CryptoFights skill-based fighting game, and member of ESIC(Esports Integrity Commission), has secured further funding via technology investment firm Persimmon Hill Ltd. and technology entrepreneur Calvin Ayre.This is Persimmon Hill's first, and Calvin Ayre's third, investment in Kronoverse.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kronoverse Inc., the independent game-development company behind the CryptoFights skill-based fighting game, and member of ESIC(Esports Integrity Commission), has secured further funding via technology investment firm Persimmon Hill Ltd. and technology entrepreneur Calvin Ayre.This is Persimmon Hill's first, and Calvin Ayre's third, investment in Kronoverse.
  • Kronoverse also adds value to ESIC's mission to be the guardian of eSports integrity in different ways such as the use of blockchain technology and native-cash tournaments.
  • Kronoverse's use of blockchain technology opens up ways for government regulators to enforce gaming standards since all actions taken in a blockchain game are public and auditable.
  • To have people with the business and blockchain knowledge of Persimmon Hill coming on board, and further support from online gaming entrepreneur Calvin Ayre who is also a big believer in Bitcoin,is a clear endorsement for a transparent eSports experience."

Kronoverse Secure Further Investment From Persimmon Hill Limited and Calvin Ayre

Computing, Digital technology, Bitcoin, Blockchain, Decentralization, Information, Calvin Ayre, eSports
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 11:16am

SAN FRANCISCO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kronoverse Inc., the independent game-development company behind the CryptoFights skill-based fighting game, and member of ESIC(Esports Integrity Commission), has secured further funding via technology investment firm Persimmon Hill Ltd. and technology entrepreneur Calvin Ayre.This is Persimmon Hill's first, and Calvin Ayre's third, investment in Kronoverse.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Kronoverse Inc., the independent game-development company behind the CryptoFights skill-based fighting game, and member of ESIC(Esports Integrity Commission), has secured further funding via technology investment firm Persimmon Hill Ltd. and technology entrepreneur Calvin Ayre.This is Persimmon Hill's first, and Calvin Ayre's third, investment in Kronoverse.
  • Kronoverse also adds value to ESIC's mission to be the guardian of eSports integrity in different ways such as the use of blockchain technology and native-cash tournaments.
  • Kronoverse's use of blockchain technology opens up ways for government regulators to enforce gaming standards since all actions taken in a blockchain game are public and auditable.
  • To have people with the business and blockchain knowledge of Persimmon Hill coming on board, and further support from online gaming entrepreneur Calvin Ayre who is also a big believer in Bitcoin,is a clear endorsement for a transparent eSports experience."

bitFlyer Europe and Quazard Partner to Bring First Ever Trading Competition to Botwars Ultimate Trading

Professional services, Entertainment, Technology, Other Technology, Finance, Internet, Casino, Gaming, Cryptocurrencies, Money, Financial technology, Economy, Digital currencies, Cryptography, Decentralization, Uberisation, Bitcoin
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 5:00am

Leading cryptocurrency exchange bitFlyer, is partnering with crypto-trading game developer Quazard, to bring the first ever gamified trading competition to the Botwars Ultimate Trading universe.

Key Points: 
  • Leading cryptocurrency exchange bitFlyer, is partnering with crypto-trading game developer Quazard, to bring the first ever gamified trading competition to the Botwars Ultimate Trading universe.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200531005005/en/
    bitFlyer and Quazard bring the first gamified trading competition to the Botwars Ultimate Trading universe (Graphic: Business Wire)
    The competition, which launches today, allows Botwars players to compete in a free to enter crypto-trading simulator to win real Bitcoin.
  • This is the first trading competition to launch on Botwars, and the only live trading competition of its type.
  • bitFlyer Europe, the European arm of bitFlyer Inc. the Japanese-owned cryptocurrency exchange, is providing the prize pool to enable Quazard to bring the competition alive.

JCB signs a Strategic Partnership Agreement with TECHFUND for Joint Research on Sustainable Payment System Using Blockchain

Economy, Cryptocurrencies, Money, Companies, Bitcoin, Payment systems, Blockchain, Decentralization, JCB Co., Ltd., Credit card, JCB
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 3:32am

TOKYO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- JCB Co., Ltd., a global payment network and a leading issuer and acquirer in Japan, and TECHFUND Inc., a technology accelerator promoting innovation in startups and leading companies, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly research the construction of a sustainable payment system using blockchain.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, June 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- JCB Co., Ltd., a global payment network and a leading issuer and acquirer in Japan, and TECHFUND Inc., a technology accelerator promoting innovation in startups and leading companies, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly research the construction of a sustainable payment system using blockchain.
  • Based on TECHFUND's blockchain technologies such as STO (Security Token Offering)*1 and staking*2, JCB and TECHFUND jointly research the payment platform that will contribute to solving various issues in the payment field.
  • *2 Staking: Earning a reward by continuously holding crypto currencies and contributing to the stability of the system.
  • JCB is a global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan.

JCB signs a Strategic Partnership Agreement with TECHFUND for Joint Research on Sustainable Payment System Using Blockchain

Economy, Cryptocurrencies, Money, Companies, Bitcoin, Payment systems, Blockchain, Decentralization, JCB Co., Ltd., Credit card, JCB
Monday, June 1, 2020 - 3:03am

TOKYO, May 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- JCB Co., Ltd., a global payment network and a leading issuer and acquirer in Japan, and TECHFUND Inc., a technology accelerator promoting innovation in startups and leading companies, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly research the construction of a sustainable payment system using blockchain.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, May 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- JCB Co., Ltd., a global payment network and a leading issuer and acquirer in Japan, and TECHFUND Inc., a technology accelerator promoting innovation in startups and leading companies, have signed a strategic partnership agreement to jointly research the construction of a sustainable payment system using blockchain.
  • Based on TECHFUND's blockchain technologies such as STO (Security Token Offering)*1 and staking*2, JCB and TECHFUND jointly research the payment platform that will contribute to solving various issues in the payment field.
  • *2 Staking: Earning a reward by continuously holding crypto currencies and contributing to the stability of the system.
  • JCB is a global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan.

ViaBTC Group Announces Strategic Upgrade to Advance Innovation and Improve Customer Experience

Finance, Internet, Professional services, Other Technology, Technology, Cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, Computing, Digital technology, Bitmain, Hardware acceleration, Decentralization, Technology, Blockchain, Mining pool
Saturday, May 30, 2020 - 9:30am

Haipo Yang, Founder and CEO of ViaBTC (middle), and Eddie Jiang, VP of ViaBTC (first from right), attended.

Key Points: 
  • Haipo Yang, Founder and CEO of ViaBTC (middle), and Eddie Jiang, VP of ViaBTC (first from right), attended.
  • Operations of CoinEx exchange and ViaBTC mining pool will be integrated, deriving diversified product combinations to meet miners financial service needs.
  • Based on the experience of serving more than 100,000 miners worldwide, ViaBTC carried out a brand-new service upgrade.
  • Established in 2016 with Bitmain-led investment, ViaBTC Group is an innovative technology company specialized in blockchain and dedicated to providing users with comprehensive digital asset management services.