The Block

Web 3 data solution, Swash, making waves with data monetisation for all

Swash is one solution empowering people, businesses, and developers through an ecosystem of tools and services designed to unlock the latent value of data by pooling, securely sharing, and monetising its value

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Blockchain-Based Gaming: A Primer — Brought to you by Forte

The Block Research was commissioned by Forte to create “Blockchain-Based Gaming: A Primer” which provides a comprehensive introduction to how blockchain technology is being employed in video gaming experiences.

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Oct 13, 2021, 3:17PM UTC

Companies

Multicoin Capital to raise $250 million for third crypto-focused venture fund

Multicoin had already raised $100 million for a second fund in May and plans to finish fundraising by the end of 2021.

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Oct 19, 2021, 10:18PM UTC

Bitcoin

ProShares bitcoin futures ETF sees historic nearly $1 billion trading day

At the time of writing, volumes for the so called ProShares Bitcoin futures ETF stood near $1 billion after its inaugural trading day.

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Oct 19, 2021, 9:20PM UTC

The Block News Plus

What’s next for Worldpay’s fast-expanding crypto business?

Payment processor WorldPay has been funneling cash into the crypto scene since 2013. Now it's doubling down.

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Oct 19, 2021, 8:06PM UTC

Facebook

Senate Banking Committee Democrats call on Facebook to stop launch of Diem and Novi

Senators including Elizabeth Warren and Sherrod Brown wrote to Mark Zuckerberg as Novi wallet launches its first pilot.

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Oct 19, 2021, 7:22PM UTC

Bitcoin

Bitcoin flirts with all-time highs post ETF launch

The cryptocurrency was changing hands around $63,450 at time of publication.

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Oct 19, 2021, 7:09PM UTC

Companies

Coinbase announces multiyear sponsorship deal with NBA, WNBA

Coinbase has entered into a multi-year partnership with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) to serve as their exclusive cryptocurrency sponsor, the company announced Tuesday. Coinbase’s logo and branding will appear during televised games for the aforementioned leagues. It will be the leagues first crypto platform partnership. The exchange will […]

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