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Zero Hash to provide strategic participation in MIT’s Bitcoin Expo to drive crypto innovation

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024

Bitcoin, Lightspark, Interactive Brokers, Lightning Network, BTC, Research, Entrepreneurship, Lightning, You, Alumni, Adewale Adeyipo, Hash, Student, Stripe, MIT, Cryptocurrency

CHICAGO, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zero Hash, the leading crypto and stablecoin infrastructure platform, today announced its strategic participation in the MIT Bitcoin Expo, the longest-running collegiate conference focused on blockchain technology, on April 20 - 21.

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CHICAGO, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zero Hash, the leading crypto and stablecoin infrastructure platform, today announced its strategic participation in the MIT Bitcoin Expo, the longest-running collegiate conference focused on blockchain technology, on April 20 - 21.
Zero Hash is bringing crypto to the people, through its embeddable crypto and stablecoin infrastructure that now powers companies including Stripe, Shift4 and Interactive Brokers.
Zero Hash is sponsoring the event's annual hackathon, challenging 40+ student teams to build applications leveraging the Bitcoin and the Lightning Network.
We’re pleased that Zero Hash has made a significant contribution to the prize pool to support the next wave of start-up innovation in the crypto space.”

Live Net Zero Announces Winner: Canadian Family Takes Home $50,000 Cash Prize for Outstanding Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Efforts

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星期一, 四月 15, 2024

Lightspark, Honorary, Climate change, Hope, Sustainability, AB, Carbon, Family, Environment, Scotiabank, Renewable energy

The family, consisting of Samantha and Kevin Shannon and their three young children emerged triumphant, securing the coveted $50,000 cash prize for their exceptional contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and embracing sustainable living practices.

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The family, consisting of Samantha and Kevin Shannon and their three young children emerged triumphant, securing the coveted $50,000 cash prize for their exceptional contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and embracing sustainable living practices.
They accepted the award from the Honourary President of Canadian Geographic, the Hon.
"Their outstanding efforts demonstrate the profound impact that individual actions can have on our collective journey towards a greener, more sustainable future."
The Live Net Zero competition has not only empowered families to adopt eco-friendly practices but has also fostered a sense of community and camaraderie among participants.

Bakkt Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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星期二, 十一月 14, 2023

Bakkt Holdings, Inc. (“Bakkt”) (NYSE: BKKT) announced its financial and operational results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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Bakkt Holdings, Inc. (“Bakkt”) (NYSE: BKKT) announced its financial and operational results for the quarter ended September 30, 2023.
“This quarter we clearly demonstrated our ability to execute and strengthen our company despite highly challenging crypto market conditions,” said Gavin Michael, President and CEO of Bakkt.
Our relentless focus on delivering for our clients enabled us to onboard and activate most of the new clients that we signed last quarter.
Third quarter 2023 results include Apex Crypto, which we acquired on April 1, 2023.

Zero Hash is a founding infrastructure partner for Universal Money Addresses

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星期一, 十月 23, 2023

UMA, Entrepreneurship, You, API, Hash, Cryptocurrency, Lightspark

CHICAGO, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Zero Hash, the leading crypto infrastructure platform, announced it is a founding infrastructure partner of Universal Money Addresses (UMAs).

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CHICAGO, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Zero Hash, the leading crypto infrastructure platform, announced it is a founding infrastructure partner of Universal Money Addresses (UMAs).
It combines human-readable Lightning Addresses with real-time, global payment rails to make sending money, fiat or crypto as easy as sending an email.
“We're excited to bring Universal Money Addresses to our customers,” said Edward Woodford, Founder and CEO of Zero Hash.
“Zero Hash has been an innovator in building crypto infrastructure that enables any platform to embed crypto products natively and control their customers' experience.

Technology Innovator ShiftKey Taps New Board Members, Including Southwest Airlines President & CEO

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星期三, 八月 2, 2023

ShiftKey , a leading technology company transforming the future of work, today announced four new board members: Luis Borgen, former chief financial officer, athenahealth; James Everingham, co-founder and senior vice president of engineering, Lightspark; Bob Jordan, president & CEO, Southwest Airlines; and William “Bill” Sanger, managing partner, Sanger Holdings.

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ShiftKey , a leading technology company transforming the future of work, today announced four new board members: Luis Borgen, former chief financial officer, athenahealth; James Everingham, co-founder and senior vice president of engineering, Lightspark; Bob Jordan, president & CEO, Southwest Airlines; and William “Bill” Sanger, managing partner, Sanger Holdings.
“I am thrilled to welcome Luis, James, Bob and Bill to the ShiftKey Board.
Bob Jordan serves as President & CEO at Southwest Airlines, with deep experience in driving scalable technology, leading transformative integrations and building strong teams with nationally recognized customer service.
Most recently, he served as Southwest Airlines' Executive Vice President Corporate Services, providing Executive Leadership for Southwest's world-renowned People and Culture, training at Southwest Airlines University, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion efforts, and Communications & Outreach Teams.

Bitcoin Builders Conference Announces Keynote Speakers from Lightspark, Casa, Rootstock and more for First-ever Bitcoin L1 and L2 Event

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星期三, 五月 10, 2023

IOV, Crypto, Acceleration, Learning, Blockchain, Lightning, Decentralized finance, EVM, Library, Conference, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Rootstock, Lightspark

MIAMI, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitcoin Builders, the first-ever conference focused on Bitcoin Layer 1 and Layer 2 developers, today announced its keynote lineup, rounding out a who's who list of thought leaders and change-makers in Bitcoin development and innovation.

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"It's been exciting to see so many new developers becoming interested in Bitcoin lately," said Casa Co-Founder & CTO Jameson Lopp.
"I expect a plethora of talented Bitcoiners to descend upon Miami this May, and Bitcoin Builders will provide them with an excellent opportunity for engaging in technical discussions."
Bitcoin L2s like Rootstock are enabling developers to build apps that will bring Bitcoin to millions of new users," said IOVLabs President, COO, & Rootstock contributor Daniel Fogg.
"As a true Bitcoin sidechain, Rootstock brings the unmatched security of Bitcoin PoW to these builders.

Nubank Appoints David Marcus to Board of Directors

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星期一, 三月 6, 2023

Banking, Fintech, Professional Services, Silicon, Messenger, ROE, Growth, Zong, Meta, Lightning, PayPal, Management, Cryptocurrency, Nubank, Lightspark

Nubank, one of the world's largest digital banking platforms, announces that David Marcus has been appointed as a member of its Board of Directors.

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Nubank, one of the world's largest digital banking platforms, announces that David Marcus has been appointed as a member of its Board of Directors.
As a Board member, Marcus will play a fundamental role in Nubank’s journey as the company expands in its multi-country, multi-product, and multi-segment strategy.
I am delighted to join Nubank in this journey as a member of its Board of Directors and looking forward to working closely with the talented leadership and team,” says David Marcus.
In addition to David Marcus, Nubank's Board of Directors is formed by Anita Sands, Daniel Goldberg, Doug Leone, Jacqueline Reses, Luis Alberto Moreno, Thuan Pham, Rogério Calderón, and David Vélez, chairman of the Board.

Xapo Bank Partners With Lightspark, Becoming The First Fully Licensed Private Bank To Offer Near-Instant Bitcoin Payments Through Lightning Network Integration

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星期四, 三月 2, 2023

BTC, SAT, Wealth management, Lightning Network, USD, Entrepreneurship, Lightning, Privacy, Plague, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Lightspark

GIBRALTAR, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xapo Bank, a leading Bitcoin custodian and licensed private bank, has partnered with Lightspark and integrated with the Lightning Network to enable lightning-fast Bitcoin payments for its customers. Xapo Bank members can now instantly pay for small purchases of up to $100 USD at any vendor which accepts Lightning payments without suffering high transaction fees and long blockchain confirmation waiting times. As advocates for the most trusted cryptocurrency in the world, Xapo Bank also offers an annual interest rate of 4.1% on US dollars and will soon be offering up to 1% on Bitcoin, divided over the year and paid out daily.

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GIBRALTAR, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xapo Bank , a leading Bitcoin custodian and licensed private bank, has partnered with Lightspark and integrated with the Lightning Network to enable lightning-fast Bitcoin payments for its customers.
The Lightning Network enables scalable payments at millions of transactions per second across the network.
Xapo Bank will be the first fully licensed private bank to offer near-instant Bitcoin payments and its goal is to be the largest Lightning node, expanding the network's use across a host of new users.
To pay via the Lightning Network, Xapo Bank members will need to hold Bitcoin in the Xapo Bank App.

Xapo Bank Partners With Lightspark, Becoming The First Fully Licensed Private Bank To Offer Near-Instant Bitcoin Payments Through Lightning Network Integration

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星期四, 三月 2, 2023

BTC, SAT, Wealth management, Lightning Network, USD, Entrepreneurship, Lightning, Privacy, Plague, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, Lightspark

GIBRALTAR, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xapo Bank, a leading Bitcoin custodian and licensed private bank, has partnered with Lightspark and integrated with the Lightning Network to enable lightning-fast Bitcoin payments for its customers. Xapo Bank members can now instantly pay for small purchases of up to $100 USD at any vendor which accepts Lightning payments without suffering high transaction fees and long blockchain confirmation waiting times. As advocates for the most trusted cryptocurrency in the world, Xapo Bank also offers an annual interest rate of 4.1% on US dollars and will soon be offering up to 1% on Bitcoin, divided over the year and paid out daily.

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GIBRALTAR, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Xapo Bank , a leading Bitcoin custodian and licensed private bank, has partnered with Lightspark and integrated with the Lightning Network to enable lightning-fast Bitcoin payments for its customers.
The Lightning Network enables scalable payments at millions of transactions per second across the network.
Xapo Bank will be the first fully licensed private bank to offer near-instant Bitcoin payments and its goal is to be the largest Lightning node, expanding the network's use across a host of new users.
To pay via the Lightning Network, Xapo Bank members will need to hold Bitcoin in the Xapo Bank App.

Scotiabank Partners with Lightspark to Support Rollout of Comprehensive Digital Home Energy Label to Help Reduce Carbon Emissions

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星期四, 九月 15, 2022

The Energy Efficiency Concierge platform will provide homeowners with a comprehensive Digital Home Energy Label - the Lightspark Home Energy Score.

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The Energy Efficiency Concierge platform will provide homeowners with a comprehensive Digital Home Energy Label - the Lightspark Home Energy Score.
The platform also connects homeowners to energy advisors, trades, financing, city rebates and other resources to enable home energy retrofits.
"Scotiabank is pleased to support the activation of Lightspark's Energy Efficiency Concierge platform which will help homeowners shift from thinking to acting on home carbon reduction," says John Webster, Head, Real Estate Secured Lending & Scotia Mortgage Authority at Scotiabank.
Homeowners in Calgary and Edmonton can register with the Lightspark Energy Efficiency Concierge platform starting in October 2022.