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From locked-out to let in: Tokenisation's promise for everyday investors
Crypto

From locked-out to let in: Tokenisation's promise for everyday investors

Real estate tokenisation lets everyday investors buy property shares via blockchain, unlocking a $60bn market shift while regulation races to keep pace.

By Paul Quickenden • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
Binance names Matt Poblocki General Manager for Australia & NZ
Crypto

Binance names Matt Poblocki General Manager for Australia & NZ

Binance has appointed fintech veteran Matt Poblocki as General Manager for Australia and New Zealand to drive growth in the region's digital asset market.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
David Taylor joins ASI Alliance as Chief Marketing Officer
Crypto

David Taylor joins ASI Alliance as Chief Marketing Officer

David Taylor joins ASI Alliance as Chief Marketing Officer to lead global efforts advancing decentralised artificial intelligence and superintelligence projects.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
QuantumLight closes USD $250 million debut fund & launches playbook
Software-as-a-Service

QuantumLight closes USD $250 million debut fund & launches playbook

QuantumLight closes USD $250 million debut fund, rolls out hiring playbook inspired by Revolut's recruitment success and rapid growth strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025
Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to drive global growth
Software-as-a-Service

Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to drive global growth

Astrikos.Ai appoints four senior leaders to boost global growth and strengthen its presence in AI-driven infrastructure analytics and smart city projects.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Live AI interpretation bridges language gap at Consensus 2025
Crypto

Live AI interpretation bridges language gap at Consensus 2025

Interprefy enhanced multilingual communication at CoinDesk Consensus 2025 in Hong Kong with AI-driven captions and live English-Mandarin interpretation for 500+ attendees.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Fuse partners with Check Point for real-time blockchain firewall
Firewalls

Fuse partners with Check Point for real-time blockchain firewall

Fuse has teamed up with Check Point Software to create a real-time blockchain firewall, aiming to safeguard its network against rising cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence
Unified Communications

Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence

Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Report explores Russian cyber underground's global impact
Ransomware

Report explores Russian cyber underground's global impact

Trend Micro's new report reveals how geopolitical events are reshaping the Russian-speaking cyber underground, impacting global cybercrime with advanced technologies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
Binance unveils fan-designed F1 helmet mural in Melbourne
AR, VR & Metaverse

Binance unveils fan-designed F1 helmet mural in Melbourne

Binance has unveiled a fan-designed race helmet for F1 driver Pierre Gasly, showcased in a stunning mural by street artist Matt Adnate in Melbourne.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025
Check Point & Cardano collaborate on blockchain security
Crypto

Check Point & Cardano collaborate on blockchain security

Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Cardano to enhance blockchain security, addressing rising cyber threats following significant industry hacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2025
Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up
Crypto

Prenetics unveils DNA-based identity with blockchain tie-up

Prenetics has teamed up with Humanity Protocol to launch a blockchain-based identity verification service via its CircleDNA platform, enhancing secure digital interactions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Blockchain & Web3 drive digital transformation in real estate
Digital Transformation

Blockchain & Web3 drive digital transformation in real estate

Blockchain and Web3 are reshaping global real estate by enabling decentralised, transparent transactions and boosting investment through digital asset tokenisation.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Jul 2025
NFT eco treasure hunt aims to engage families at Singapore festival
Blockchain

NFT eco treasure hunt aims to engage families at Singapore festival

Mintable teams with Singapore's Ministry for a family-friendly NFT Eco Treasure Hunt at the 2025 Youth4Climate Festival to promote sustainability education.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
FinTech Australia unveils 2025 Finnie Awards finalists list
Crypto

FinTech Australia unveils 2025 Finnie Awards finalists list

FinTech Australia has announced the 2025 Finnie Awards finalists, marking its 10th anniversary with a record 348 entries across diverse fintech sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Soneium aligns with LINE to boost web3 mini-app adoption
Gaming

Soneium aligns with LINE to boost web3 mini-app adoption

Soneium and LINE are teaming up to introduce blockchain technology into LINE's mini-apps, aiming to boost web3 adoption among its 200 million users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
DCS Innov launches iChange multi-currency debit card
Fintech

DCS Innov launches iChange multi-currency debit card

DCS Innov has unveiled iChange, a Platinum Debit Mastercard with a multi-currency wallet, enhancing spending flexibility for global travellers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025