Offchain Labs Launches Arbitrum One Mainnet — Startup Raises $120 Million

On August 31, 2021, Offchain Labs announced the official launch of Arbitrum One mainnet and further detailed that the company has raised $120 million in funding. The Series B financing…

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Australia, Singapore, Malaysia and South Africa launch joint CBDC pilot

The joint initiative will prototype shared DLT platforms enabling institutions to settle cross-border transactions using central bank-issued digital currencies.

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Iranian Ministry of Industries Denies Power Shortages Are Caused by Illegal Crypto Miners

Iran’s Ministry of Industries, Mining and Trade has rejected claims blaming illegal cryptocurrency miners for the continuing electricity shortages in the country. The department believes the state-run utility company, Tavanir,…

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