
Blockchain News
Julie Stitzel, CT Blockchain Board Member, Featured on Niki Christoff Podcast
Julie Stitzel, CT Blockchain Association Board Member and Senior VP of Policy at the Digital Currency Group, has recently been featured on Niki Christoff’s podcast “Tech’ed Up.”
“Bitcoin and crypto stocks rise after the Fed cuts rates by half a percentage point” (CNBC Crypto World)
“Cryptocurrencies rose as part of a broad market rally Thursday, one day after the Federal Reserve delivered a half-percentage-point reduction in interest rates, the first in more than four years." (CNBC Crypto World)
Germany's DZ Bank to Offer Customers Crypto Trading Through Boerse Stuttgart Tie Up (CoinDesk)
CoinDesk reports significant cryptocurrency news from the EU: “Germany's DZ Bank is giving its 700 cooperative bank customers access to cryptocurrencies in a tie up with Boerse Stuttgart Digital."
Connecticut Web3 Industry Featured in USBC and GBBC Report
An analysis of the presence and growth of Web3 technology in Connecticut is highlighted in a just-released “State of Web3” report by the U.S. Blockchain Coalition (USBC) and the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC).
PayPal’s PYUSD Stablecoin Hits $1B Market Cap (Cointelegraph)
PayPal’s US dollar-pegged stablecoin, PayPal USD, has surpassed $1 billion in total market capitalization, according to data from CoinMarketCap.
CoinDesk’s Election Coverage 2024
CoinDesk offers timely reporting and analysis of cryptocurrency and upcoming elections, in their series “Election Coverage 2024.”
CBA President Alan Deckman to Attend Consensus 2024 by CoinDesk
The CT Blockchain Association continues its ongoing educational series on blockchain, with “Advancing Blockchain with Regulation.” This one-minute video presents three powerful ways that policymakers have the opportunity to shape the future of blockchain.
“The Unifed Future of AI, Blockchain and Virtual Worlds in 2024” (CoinDesk)
In a recent article in Consensus Magazine, CoinDesk presents analysis of the current convergence of technologies in its article “The Unifed Future of AI, Blockchain and Virtual Worlds in 2024.”
“Inside Austin’s Bitcoin Underground” (CNBC)
CNBC’s Crypto World has featured a deep dive into Austin’s vibrant Bitcoin scene. The article and video discuss the site of Bitcoin gatherings at a headquarters near the Texas State Capitol, where Bitcoin enthusiasts congregate to discuss newly-launched bitcoin ETFS, ordinals (Bitcoin’s NFTs), and other issues and innovations in Bitcoin.
Advancing Blockchain with Regulation (Video)
The CT Blockchain Association continues its ongoing educational series on blockchain, with “Advancing Blockchain with Regulation.” This one-minute video presents three powerful ways that policymakers have the opportunity to shape the future of blockchain.
“Bitcoin Halving, Explained” (CoinDesk)
According to Blockworks Bitcoin halving is expected to take place on or around April 20. CoinDesk has published a useful guide to understanding this four-year phenomenon, “Bitcoin Halving, Explained.”
“Apollo-Backed Fintech Firm [Oasis Pro] Hires Blockchain Veteran [Alana Ackerson] as President” (Bloomberg)
“Oasis Pro, a company specializing in blockchain technology, has hired Alana Ackerson as its president as it expands.” (Bloomberg)
“Bitcoin ETFs Win SEC Approval, Bringing Easier Access to Biggest Cryptocurrency” (CoinDesk)
U.S. regulators approved bitcoin ETFs, dramatically broadening access to the 15-year-old cryptocurrency.
“Global Blockchain Business Council Merges With U.S. Blockchain Coalition to Boost Emerging Technology Advocacy at State Level” (Newswire)
“Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), the largest and leading industry association for the blockchain technology and digital assets ecosystem, and U.S. Blockchain Coalition (USBC), a non-profit coalition of state-focused blockchain associations, influencers and organizations, today announce their merger at North American Blockchain Summit.”
Pat LaVecchia on How CT Can Seize the Opportunity to Lead the Way in Blockchain (Video)
Pat LaVecchia, CEO of Oasis Pro and Connecticut Blockchain Association Board Member, shares his expert insights into the significance of blockchain, and its potential to impact myriad, widespread industries in the state of Connecticut and beyond.
Hartford Business Journal: “Paredes Joins CT Blockchain Association”
The CT Blockchain Association is very pleased to share that The Hartford Business Journal has recently highlighted Troy A. Paredes joining the CBA team as Strategic Advisor.
Using Blockchain to Improve Cybersecurity (Video)
Learn about how blockchain technology can improve cybersecurity in this one-minute video from the CT Blockchain Association’s ongoing educational series.
CBA Board Member Julie Stitzel to Speak at CoinDesk’s State of Crypto Conference
CBA Board Member Julie Stitzel to Speak at CoinDesk’s State of Crypto Conference
The CT Blockchain Association Welcomes Troy A. Paredes as Strategic Advisor
The CT Blockchain Association is extremely pleased to welcome Troy A. Paredes as Strategic Advisor. Mr. Paredes will lend his tremendous expertise to consulting on matters relating to blockchain, finance, and strategy.
“Prada Group Uses Blockchain Technology to Verify Authenticity of Products” (CryptoNews)
“Prada Group Uses Blockchain Technology to Verify Authenticity of Products” (CryptoNews)