Here’s what’s in store for you this week: France passed one of the most progressive legislation on ICOs this week, and a BTC trust has achieved mutual fund status in Canada. We’ve got thoughts from the Blockchain Review on Smart Cities and the new digital economy, as well as insights on the next steps for blockchain technology, and much more. Check it out below!
Key news highlights. What’s going on in the world of Blockchain?
France Passes the Most Progressive Legislation on ICOs, Bank Accounts to be Guaranteed
The French parliament has passed on Wednesday what looks like the most progressive and the most innovative legislative framework on Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). That makes them the world’s first national legislative body to pass a law on ICOs and on the surface it looks like a very reasonable regulatory framework. Here’s more on what the framework encompasses.
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Bitcoin Mutual Fund Launches in Canada
This week, First Block Capital Inc, a Canadian blockchain and cryptocurrency investment company, announced that its Bitcoin (BTC) trust has achieved mutual fund status in Canada. This movement will allow accredited investors to deposit their fund units into accounts which provide substantial tax benefits for retirement and savings purposes. Read on for the impact of this development.
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Two US-Audited Stablecoins Debut, Experts See Massive Impact on Crypto Market
Stablecoins has become a popular topic recently. Paxos and Gemini officially announced the introduction of two stablecoins, both of which are backed by the U.S. dollar on a 1:1 basis. Experts believe that the emergence of fully audited, legitimate and licensed stablecoins will have a profound impact on the crypto market, especially in the long-term, as it provides investors a way to retain value without being exposed to the volatility of the market.
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The latest insights, thoughts, and analysis from the Intrepid Team
Blockchain, Smart Cities, and the New Digital Economy
A technologically accelerating and globalizing world means governments in both developed and developing countries must tackle increasingly complex issues. From economic volatility to mass migration, money laundering, and terrorism, here’s how blockchain technology can be used to build smarter cities, attract human capital and cultivate Industry 4.0.
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Articles, white papers, ebooks, and more
The Second Blockchain Bubble is Now Complete — What’s Next?
The last few months haven’t been easy for crypto investors. Beyond reading the latest token prices, it is time for us to get back to the real work of building up this new technology and turning it into the revolution it one day could be. Here are several veins of research and development around blockchain that are deeply exciting, if we have the patience to see them through.
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Gemini Dollar Code Review Reveals the Stablecoin’s Accounts Can Be Frozen
This week a blockchain researcher published a code review on the new stablecoin, the gemini dollar, created by the Gemini Trust cryptocurrency firm. According to Lebed’s study, gemini dollar accounts can be frozen by the exchange, and the tokens can be turned into non-transferable assets. Read on for the implications of such code functions on stablecoins.
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Updates on what we’re up to and our upcoming events
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Metabase Network Blog
Many of you have been asking for more information on the Metabase Network project. Here are the updated articles, news, and technical deep dives on our project blog. We would love to hear suggestions and feedback from our community on what articles your would like to see next! Feel free to send us a message on Telegram or our live chat on the blog.
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How to Create an Ethereum Wallet on MetaMask
Many people have been reaching out to us about what an Ethereum wallet is and how to set it up. We are definitely hyped that there’s so much interest in the blockchain space and understand it could get confusing for beginners. Follow Julien from our team as he brings you through how to set up MetaMask, one of the most popular and user friendly Ethereum wallets, all in less than 5 minutes!
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Want to learn more about blockchain? Check out our new micro-site How Does the Blockchain Work, a clear and non-technical guide on how blockchain, Bitcoin, and Ethereum works, and more. Check it out.
Interested in learning from leading entrepreneurs in the blockchain world? Check out our Founders in Focus interview series on YouTube. A show where we uncover the personal stories and journeys of founders and innovators from the crypto sphere.