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China, Alibaba Are Big Players On The Blockchain Patent Block

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The concept and execution of distributed ledger technologies (DLT) has been one that President Xi Jinping stated can be part of “reshaping the global economic structure.”. Yet, blockchain remains an area of interest.

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Blockchain’s Inroads Through National Frameworks And Trade Finance

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Additionally, Gibraltar and Malta have worked to create laws that embrace blockchain development. Juan Garat, BBVA’s global head of sales, said in the press release that distributed ledger technology (DLT) used in the transaction “allowed us to simplify the processes and streamline the negotiation time frames.”

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Bitcoin Daily: Telegram Refutes Claims That Its Crypto Is A Security; HSBC Leads Trial To Explore DLT Benefits In Bond Markets

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This defense asserts that, notwithstanding 70-plus years of well-settled jurisprudence, the term ‘investment contract’ in the securities laws is void for vagueness as applied to Kik’s investment scheme. The potential of DLT is an evolving story, and its role in overcoming inefficiencies in the fixed income market is yet to be seen.

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Fintech Landscape in the Middle East and Africa 2024

The Fintech Times

In 2023, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) introduced the Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Foundations Regulations. Moreover, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is gearing up to implement a Digital Assets Law.

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Bitcoin Daily: Jet Token Seeks $10M For Crypto-Based Jet Leasing Marketplace; Tradewind Blockchain Platform Launches Stablecoin Tracking System

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Billon , which created the first enterprise distributed ledger technology (DLT) system, announced that it is one of six companies that have been selected to participate in the Elevator Lab Partnership Program. It was chosen from a group of over 280 applications.

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Governments Sending Mixed Signals On Blockchain

PYMNTS

It seems governments are a bit more open to distributed ledger technology (DLT), though that doesn’t mean blockchain companies get a free pass with regulators. Bitcoin doesn’t necessarily have the blessing of government agencies, but what about blockchain? securities bar.”.

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Abu Dhabi Global Market Issues Regulations on Distributed Ledger Technology Foundations

Global Fintech & Digital Assets

The Regulations recognize the suitability of common law foundation structures for projects related to digital assets, and aim to allow maximum flexibility for the sector with respect to governance. What are DLT Foundations? How can a DLT foundation be registered?