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		<title>Hashgraph and Halborn Partner to Elevate Security Across the Hedera Ecosystem</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:04:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Hashgraph has partnered with Halborn, a leading blockchain security firm, to strengthen security measures and protections across the Hedera ecosystem. Trust is at the core of any system, and this partnership helps teams build with confidence from the start. Together, Hashgraph and Halborn are helping ensure that applications launching on the Hedera network are resilient from [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/information-communications-technology/blockchain/hashgraph-and-halborn-partner-to-elevate-security-across-the-hedera-ecosystem/" data-wpel-link="internal">Hashgraph and Halborn Partner to Elevate Security Across the Hedera Ecosystem</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hashgraph has partnered with Halborn, a leading blockchain security firm, to strengthen security measures and protections across the Hedera ecosystem.</p>
<p>Trust is at the core of any system, and this partnership helps teams build with confidence from the start. Together, Hashgraph and Halborn are helping ensure that applications launching on the Hedera network are resilient from day one and continue to meet high standards as they grow.</p>
<p>&#8220;Security is fundamental to trust in any distributed system,&#8221; said Joe Blanchard, CIO and CSO at Hashgraph. &#8220;By working with Halborn, we are giving builders in the Hedera ecosystem access to specialized expertise that helps them identify and address risks early, and continue strengthening their systems over time.&#8221;</p>
<p>Halborn brings deep experience securing systems that operate under real-world pressure. The firm has conducted more than 2,500 security assessments, identified over 13,000 vulnerabilities, and helped protect more than $1 trillion in digital assets. Its team of more than 100 security practitioners supports over 800 clients, including financial institutions operating in highly regulated environments. This experience shapes a practical approach to security that focuses on how systems behave when things go wrong.</p>
<h4><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/elliptic-integrates-with-tempo-the-payments-first-blockchain/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Elliptic Integrates With Tempo, the Payments-First Blockchain</a></strong></h4>
<p>Halborn&#8217;s methodology focuses on identifying potential exploit paths across the full stack, with the goal to deliver clear, prioritized findings that teams can act on quickly, with validation processes in place to ensure accuracy and completeness. A key element of the partnership is enabling a more structured approach to security as projects evolve, including:</p>
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<li>Pre-launch readiness, where early risks are identified and translated into clear go or no-go decisions</li>
<li>Targeted assessments, allowing teams to bring in security expertise as new components are introduced</li>
<li>Continuous engagement, where security becomes an ongoing part of development and operations</li>
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<p>This model reflects how risk changes as systems grow more complex, integrate with new services, and attract greater usage. For the Hedera ecosystem, it means access to security support that aligns with how projects are actually built and deployed.</p>
<p>The partnership between <a href="https://www.hashgraph.com/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Hashgraph</a> and <a href="https://www.halborn.com/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Halborn</a> is ultimately focused on strengthening trust. By combining Hedera&#8217;s consensus-level security with Halborn&#8217;s ability to identify and address real-world threats, the Hedera ecosystem is better positioned to support applications that require a high level of assurance, from financial services to AI and beyond.</p>
<p><strong>Source: <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hashgraph-and-halborn-partner-to-elevate-security-across-the-hedera-ecosystem-302743423.html" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">PRNewswire</a></strong></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/information-communications-technology/blockchain/hashgraph-and-halborn-partner-to-elevate-security-across-the-hedera-ecosystem/" data-wpel-link="internal">Hashgraph and Halborn Partner to Elevate Security Across the Hedera Ecosystem</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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		<title>Visa Launches Validator Node on Tempo Blockchain to Strengthen Onchain Payment Infrastructure</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:12:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Visa has launched its validator node on the Tempo network. This is a key step in promoting blockchain payment systems and stablecoin infrastructure. By becoming an anchor validator, Visa will help validate transactions. This role will boost the network’s security, reliability, and scalability. Tempo, a blockchain designed for agentic commerce and real-time payments, has also [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Visa has launched its validator node on the Tempo network. This is a key step in promoting blockchain payment systems and stablecoin infrastructure. By becoming an anchor validator, Visa will help validate transactions. This role will boost the network’s security, reliability, and scalability. Tempo, a blockchain designed for agentic commerce and real-time payments, has also onboarded Stripe and Zodia Custody by Standard Chartered as early validators, with more participants expected to join. Visa emphasized that the node has been fully configured and managed in-house following months of collaboration with Tempo’s engineering team, reinforcing its commitment to operating critical blockchain infrastructure directly.</p>
<h4><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/quick-byte/dfns-launches-payouts-api-to-simplify-stablecoin-to-fiat-settlement/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Dfns Launches ‘Payouts’ API to Simplify Stablecoin-to-Fiat Settlement</a></strong></h4>
<p>“We’ve spent years building our expertise in blockchain, and now we’re expanding that work by running critical blockchain infrastructure ourselves,” said Cuy Sheffield, Head of Crypto, Visa. The company added that its participation aligns with its broader strategy to support stablecoin payment systems and ensure enterprise-grade standards for emerging digital payment ecosystems. Tempo noted that Visa’s global transaction expertise makes it a strong fit for validating payments at scale.</p>
<h4><strong>Read More: <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260414794567/en/Visa-Launches-Validator-Node-on-Tempo-Blockchain" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Visa Launches Validator Node on Tempo Blockchain</a></strong></h4>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/quick-byte/visa-launches-validator-node-on-tempo-blockchain-to-strengthen-onchain-payment-infrastructure/" data-wpel-link="internal">Visa Launches Validator Node on Tempo Blockchain to Strengthen Onchain Payment Infrastructure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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		<title>Visa Joins Canton Network to Advance Privacy-Focused Blockchain Payments</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:09:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Visa is further expanding its presence in the field of blockchain innovation through the partnership with the Canton Network, becoming the first major payments company to operate as a Super Validator on the platform. This places Visa in the elite group of 40 validators that are in charge of the maintenance and securing of the [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/visa-joins-canton-network-to-advance-privacy-focused-blockchain-payments/" data-wpel-link="internal">Visa Joins Canton Network to Advance Privacy-Focused Blockchain Payments</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Visa is further expanding its presence in the field of blockchain innovation through the partnership with the Canton Network, becoming the first major payments company to operate as a Super Validator on the platform. This places Visa in the elite group of 40 validators that are in charge of the maintenance and securing of the blockchain, and also opens the doors for financial institutions to leverage the privacy-preserving payment possibilities of the blockchain.</p>
<p>The partnership helps to solve the long-standing problem in the financial industry, which is the balance between the transparent nature of the blockchain and the need for privacy and compliance. Unlike other public blockchains, the Canton Network is designed specifically with the needs of the financial industry in mind, allowing financial institutions to share infrastructure without compromising financial data.</p>
<p>In the capacity of the Super Validator, Visa will assist financial institutions and banks in the operation of their blockchain-based operations, including the process of stable coin payments and settlements. By applying its established standards for security and reliability, Visa aims to help organizations adopt blockchain without overhauling their existing operational frameworks.</p>
<h4><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/maxio-and-abacum-partner-to-bring-ai-powered-financial-planning-to-b2b-saas-and-ai-companies/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Maxio and Abacum Partner to Bring AI-Powered Financial Planning to B2B SaaS and AI Companies</a></strong></h4>
<p>“Many banks see the lack of privacy as a dealbreaker for moving meaningful activity onchain,” said Rubail Birwadker, Global Head of Growth Products and Strategic Partnerships at Visa. “By operating as a Super Validator on Canton Network, we’re bringing Visa-grade trust, governance and operational rigor that define Visa’s global network to privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure, so regulated FIs can bring payments onchain without having to rethink how they operate.”</p>
<p><a href="https://www.canton.network/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Canton Network</a> has already gained traction in capital markets, supporting the issuance and trading of tokenized assets. Visa’s involvement is expected to bridge the gap between capital markets and payment systems, enabling seamless integration of onchain payments within the ecosystem.</p>
<p>The initiative builds on Visa’s broader digital asset strategy, which includes stablecoin settlement volumes reaching billions annually, a growing number of stablecoin-linked card programs, and advisory services for institutions exploring blockchain adoption.</p>
<p>By combining governance participation with payment capabilities, <a href="https://www.visa.co.in/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Visa</a> is positioning itself as a key enabler of next-generation financial infrastructure—where speed, privacy, and compliance coexist in a unified blockchain environment.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/visa-joins-canton-network-to-advance-privacy-focused-blockchain-payments/" data-wpel-link="internal">Visa Joins Canton Network to Advance Privacy-Focused Blockchain Payments</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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		<title>Elliptic Integrates With Tempo, the Payments-First Blockchain</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:24:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Elliptic, the leader in digital asset decisioning, announced full blockchain coverage for Tempo, the payments-first Layer-1 blockchain incubated by Stripe and Paradigm. With this integration, compliance and investigation teams gain full visibility into one of the most significant expansions of real-world financial activity onto blockchain infrastructure. &#8220;We&#8217;re excited to have Elliptic providing compliance infrastructure on [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/elliptic-integrates-with-tempo-the-payments-first-blockchain/" data-wpel-link="internal">Elliptic Integrates With Tempo, the Payments-First Blockchain</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Elliptic, the leader in digital asset decisioning, announced full blockchain coverage for Tempo, the payments-first Layer-1 blockchain incubated by Stripe and Paradigm. With this integration, compliance and investigation teams gain full visibility into one of the most significant expansions of real-world financial activity onto blockchain infrastructure.</p>
<p><i>&#8220;We&#8217;re excited to have Elliptic providing compliance infrastructure on Tempo from day one. As payments move onchain at scale, builders and their customers need real-time tools to meet regulatory requirements without slowing down.&#8221;</i> – Nischay Upadhyayula, GTM, Tempo</p>
<p>Tempo is a Layer-1 blockchain designed for real-world payments at scale, with sub-second finality and high throughput. Incubated by Stripe and Paradigm, Tempo is built for the transaction volumes that global commerce demands. Elliptic’s blockchain analytics platform is purpose-built to analyse on-chain data at this scale.</p>
<p><i>“Tempo’s payment-specific blockchain infrastructure reflects what we&#8217;ve been saying for years: Digital assets are moving from experimental to foundational,</i>” said Jackson Hull, CTO at Elliptic.</p>
<h4><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/n3xt-launches-first-blockchain-powered-bank-for-b2b-payments/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">N3XT Launches First Blockchain-Powered Bank for B2B Payments</a> </strong></h4>
<p>“<i>Tempo isn&#8217;t designed for thousands of transactions per day. It&#8217;s designed for more than 100,000 transactions per second, as agents, businesses and consumers increasingly transact on chain. Elliptic&#8217;s infrastructure is purpose-built to handle data at this scale. Our Tempo integration gives compliance teams the visibility they need as blockchain payments grow exponentially.”</i></p>
<p>Through this integration, Elliptic’s customers gain the same comprehensive monitoring and investigation capabilities on <a href="https://tempo.xyz/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Tempo</a> as on other blockchains. Customers can:</p>
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<li>Screen wallet addresses in real time for exposure to sanctions and illicit activity</li>
<li>Trace cross-chain fund flows between Tempo and other blockchains</li>
<li>Monitor stablecoin transactions across Tempo’s high-throughput infrastructure</li>
<li>Access historical and real-time data for compliance workflows and case management</li>
<li>Maintain consistent compliance standards across blockchain networks</li>
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<p><a href="https://www.elliptic.co/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Elliptic</a> continually expands coverage to support major blockchains, serving 500+ financial institutions, exchanges, and regulators worldwide.</p>
<p><strong>Source: <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260318692826/en/Elliptic-Integrates-With-Tempo-the-Payments-First-Blockchain" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">BusinessWire</a></strong></p>
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		<title>Dfns Launches ‘Payouts’ API to Simplify Stablecoin-to-Fiat Settlement</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:28:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Digital asset infrastructure provider Dfns has introduced Payouts, a new application programming interface (API) designed to help institutions convert stablecoins into fiat currency and distribute funds to bank accounts globally while maintaining wallet-level governance and control. The solution addresses a long-standing challenge in fintech and crypto payments, where many companies rely on a single payout [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Digital asset infrastructure provider Dfns has introduced Payouts, a new application programming interface (API) designed to help institutions convert stablecoins into fiat currency and distribute funds to bank accounts globally while maintaining wallet-level governance and control. The solution addresses a long-standing challenge in fintech and crypto payments, where many companies rely on a single payout provider or vertically integrated payment stack that combines routing, pricing, custody, and settlement into one system. While such models may work in early stages, they often create structural inefficiencies as businesses scale, including limited price competition, lack of transparency in routing decisions, and operational vulnerabilities if a single provider experiences disruptions.</p>
<h2><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/quick-byte/wimi-develops-post-quantum-blockchain-privacy-system/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">WiMi Develops Post-Quantum Blockchain Privacy System</a></strong></h2>
<p>Dfns’ Payouts introduces a programmable infrastructure that replaces dependence on a single service provider with a competitive routing framework, enabling institutions to select payout routes dynamically based on factors such as cost, speed, and reliability before transactions are signed. This architecture improves pricing transparency, strengthens auditability and traceability of routing decisions, and enhances operational resilience by automatically switching payout channels if one provider encounters issues, without requiring changes to wallet infrastructure. As part of its launch, the Payouts API has been initially integrated with Borderless, allowing stablecoins to be converted into fiat currencies and settled to bank accounts across more than 94 countries and 60 currencies through a network of over 14 licensed financial institutions, significantly expanding global payout capabilities for fintech companies, banks, and enterprises handling digital assets.</p>
<h3><strong>Read More: <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260305282488/zh-HK" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Dfns launches Payouts</a></strong></h3>
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		<title>Blockchain Technology in 2026: How Enterprises Are Moving Beyond Crypto to Real-World Innovation</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:08:43 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>For years, blockchain technology lived inside the hype cycle. Big promises. Bigger headlines. Then silence. But 2026 feels different. Not louder. Quieter. And that is the point. Today, blockchain technology is slowly becoming invisible infrastructure. Think of TCP/IP. Nobody debates it anymore. It simply runs the internet. Similarly, enterprises are no longer asking what blockchain [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://itdigest.com/business-technology/blockchain-technology-in-2026-how-enterprises-are-moving-beyond-crypto-to-real-world-innovation/" data-wpel-link="internal">Blockchain Technology in 2026: How Enterprises Are Moving Beyond Crypto to Real-World Innovation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://itdigest.com" data-wpel-link="internal">ITDigest</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For years, blockchain technology lived inside the hype cycle. Big promises. Bigger headlines. Then silence.</p>
<p>But 2026 feels different. Not louder. Quieter. And that is the point.</p>
<p>Today, blockchain technology is slowly becoming invisible infrastructure. Think of TCP/IP. Nobody debates it anymore. It simply runs the internet. Similarly, enterprises are no longer asking what blockchain technology is. Instead, they are asking how it fits inside ERP systems, CRM platforms, compliance engines, and supply chain dashboards.</p>
<p>This shift is not accidental. <a href="https://www.deloitte.com/us/en/services/consulting/articles/blockchain-and-web3-adoption-for-enterprises.html" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Deloitte’s</a> enterprise-focused blockchain guidance makes it clear that organizations now evaluate blockchain and Web3 technologies for competitive positioning, adoption readiness, and integration into core systems. Not for experimentation. Not for speculation. For operational value.</p>
<p>This article breaks down what changed, where blockchain technology is delivering real utility, and how enterprises are quietly building the next layer of digital trust.</p>
<h2>The Three Pillars of Enterprise Utility</h2>
<p>Blockchain technology only survives in enterprises if it solves real problems. Not ideological ones. Operational ones.</p>
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<h4><strong> Programmable Trust Through Smart Contracts</strong></h4>
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<p>Enterprises run on agreements. Vendor contracts. Payment terms. Compliance rules. However, most of these still rely on manual verification and legal back and forth.</p>
<p>Smart contracts change that. They embed rules directly into code. Once conditions are met, actions trigger automatically. Payment releases. Ownership transfers. Access grants.</p>
<p>As a result, businesses reduce friction in B2B relationships. They cut reconciliation time. They lower dispute risk. More importantly, they create programmable trust.</p>
<p>This is one of the strongest benefits of blockchain for business. Not decentralization for its own sake. <a href="https://itdigest.com/information-communications-technology/enterprise-software/how-compliance-automation-can-save-time-money-and-effort/" data-wpel-link="internal">Automation</a> with auditability.</p>
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<h4><strong> Data Integrity and Immutable Audits</strong></h4>
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<p>Quarterly audits feel outdated in a real time world. Finance teams pull reports. Compliance checks documents. Then they repeat the cycle.</p>
<p>Blockchain technology introduces immutable audit trails. Once data is recorded, it cannot be altered without consensus. Therefore, organizations move from reactive auditing to continuous verification.</p>
<p>That shift matters. It reduces fraud risk. It improves transparency. It strengthens internal controls.</p>
<p>Instead of asking what went wrong three months later, enterprises can monitor data flows instantly. In high risk industries, that changes everything.</p>
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<h4><strong> Decentralized Identity for Enterprise Security</strong></h4>
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<p>Centralized databases are honey pots. They attract attackers. And when breached, the damage spreads fast.</p>
<p>Decentralized identity solutions distribute control. Employees and customers manage verifiable credentials without exposing full data sets. Access becomes conditional and traceable.</p>
<p>Consequently, blockchain technology supports stronger data governance. It aligns with privacy regulations. And it reduces the systemic risk of single point failures.</p>
<p>Taken together, these three pillars show why enterprise <a href="https://itdigest.com/information-communications-technology/blockchain/exploring-layer-1-blockchains-the-foundation-of-blockchain-technology/" data-wpel-link="internal">blockchain</a> solutions are gaining traction. Not because they are trendy. Because they reduce operational friction and increase trust.</p>
<h4><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/business-technology/digital-workplace-strategy-in-2026-how-enterprises-build-connected-productive-and-ai-driven-workforces/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Digital Workplace Strategy in 2026: How Enterprises Build Connected, Productive and AI-Driven Workforces</a></strong></h4>
<h2>Industry Deep Dive into Real World Blockchain Applications in 2026</h2>
<p>Talking about pillars is easy. Let’s look at where blockchain technology actually works.</p>
<h4><strong>Supply Chain 2.0 From Tracking to Autonomous Logistics</strong></h4>
<p>Supply chain transformation started with tracking packages. It now moves toward autonomous coordination.</p>
<p>Deloitte highlights that permissioned blockchains and shared ledgers improve transparency, traceability, and risk reduction across global supply chains. That matters in a world of multi-tier suppliers and cross border compliance.</p>
<p>Permissioned blockchain networks allow verified participants to share data securely. Therefore, inventory updates, shipment status, and compliance certificates synchronize in near real time.</p>
<p>Now combine that with AI. Algorithms predict delays. Smart contracts trigger rerouting. Payments release automatically once goods arrive and validate.</p>
<p>This is not theory. It is structured enterprise blockchain adoption. And it directly supports keywords like blockchain in supply chain management and permissioned blockchain networks.</p>
<p>The result is simple. Fewer disputes. Faster settlements. Lower risk.</p>
<h4><strong>Healthcare Data That Follows the Patient</strong></h4>
<p><a href="https://itdigest.com/healthtech/ai-revenue-cycle-management-a-complete-guide-for-healthcare-leaders/" data-wpel-link="internal">Healthcare</a> systems struggle with fragmented records. Hospitals store one version. Clinics store another. Meanwhile, patients carry paper files.</p>
<p>Blockchain technology can anchor patient centric data exchange. It does not store sensitive data directly on chain. Instead, it records verifiable proofs and access permissions.</p>
<p>Therefore, medical records remain secure but interoperable. Pharmaceutical supply chains also benefit. Provenance tracking reduces counterfeit risk by validating each step from manufacturer to pharmacy.</p>
<p>While adoption varies by region, the principle remains strong. Transparent yet controlled data sharing builds trust. In healthcare, trust is not optional.</p>
<h4><strong>Financial Services and Tokenization of Real World Assets</strong></h4>
<p>Finance has always been complex. Multiple intermediaries. Layered documentation. Delayed settlements.</p>
<p>Deloitte acknowledges that blockchain is increasingly viewed as a solution for complex data sourcing and distribution challenges in financial services. Importantly, this reflects structured enterprise use rather than speculative crypto activity.</p>
<p>Tokenization of real world assets fits this narrative. Property titles, bonds, and carbon credits can be represented digitally on blockchain networks. Consequently, ownership transfers become more efficient. Settlement cycles compress. Transparency improves.</p>
<p>This does not eliminate regulation. It aligns with it. Financial institutions explore blockchain implementation strategy within compliance frameworks.</p>
<p>The key insight here is subtle. Blockchain technology in finance is not replacing institutions. It is upgrading their infrastructure.</p>
<h2>The Technical Shift from Public Hype to Hybrid Enterprise Reality</h2>
<p>Early blockchain discussions revolved around public networks and proof of work debates. Enterprises moved cautiously.</p>
<p>In 2026, the conversation looks different.</p>
<p>Organizations now favor permissioned, consortium, or hybrid blockchain architecture. They want control over participation. They need regulatory alignment. They require predictable performance.</p>
<p><a href="https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Microsoft Azure</a> promotes scalable and secure cloud infrastructure designed to support distributed systems, identity frameworks, and data workloads that include blockchain backed applications. This reinforces a broader pattern. Blockchain technology no longer lives outside enterprise IT. It integrates within it.</p>
<p>Interoperability also gains attention. Enterprises operate across ecosystems. Therefore, protocols that allow different blockchain frameworks to communicate become critical.</p>
<p>Energy efficiency shapes decisions too. Proof of work models rarely fit corporate sustainability goals. Instead, proof of stake and proof of authority mechanisms offer better alignment with operational and environmental requirements.</p>
<p>The hype era focused on ideology. The hybrid era focuses on architecture.</p>
<h2>Strategic Implementation and How Organizations Move to Production<img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-78438" src="https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strategic-Implementation-and-How-Organizations-Move-to-Production.webp" alt="Blockchain Technology" width="1200" height="675" srcset="https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strategic-Implementation-and-How-Organizations-Move-to-Production.webp 1200w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strategic-Implementation-and-How-Organizations-Move-to-Production-300x169.webp 300w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strategic-Implementation-and-How-Organizations-Move-to-Production-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Strategic-Implementation-and-How-Organizations-Move-to-Production-768x432.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></h2>
<p>Many pilots fail. Not because blockchain technology lacks potential. Because implementation lacks focus.</p>
<p>Successful organizations start small. They identify high value and low risk use cases. They define measurable outcomes. Then they build governance models before scaling.</p>
<p>Legacy integration remains the real test. ERP systems cannot simply disappear. CRM databases still matter. Therefore, blockchain for business must integrate rather than disrupt blindly.</p>
<p>This is where Blockchain as a Service becomes critical.</p>
<p><a href="https://aws.amazon.com/web3/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">AWS</a> officially provides Web3 and decentralized technology support that enables enterprises to build and scale blockchain workloads through managed cloud infrastructure. That means organizations can experiment and deploy without building everything from scratch.</p>
<p>Cloud managed services reduce operational overhead. They simplify node management. They support security best practices.</p>
<p>As a result, enterprise blockchain solutions move from isolated proofs of concept to production environments. The pilot to production pipeline becomes structured rather than chaotic.</p>
<p>Implementation, therefore, becomes less about excitement and more about execution discipline.</p>
<h2>Overcoming 2026 Challenges Around Regulation and Talent</h2>
<p>No transformation happens without friction.</p>
<p>Regulation shapes blockchain technology adoption globally. Frameworks like MiCA in Europe and evolving US policies aim to provide clarity. While uncertainty still exists, enterprises prefer regulated pathways over gray zones.</p>
<p>However, regulation alone is not the bottleneck. Talent is.</p>
<p>The market no longer needs only blockchain developers who understand code. It needs architects who understand systems. Professionals who can connect decentralized systems with compliance rules, cybersecurity standards, and enterprise workflows.</p>
<p>In other words, blockchain technology expertise must merge with business architecture knowledge.</p>
<p>Organizations that invest in cross functional skills will scale faster. Those chasing trends without governance will stall.</p>
<h2>The Invisible Revolution<img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-78437" src="https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Invisible-Revolution.webp" alt="Blockchain Technology" width="1200" height="675" srcset="https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Invisible-Revolution.webp 1200w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Invisible-Revolution-300x169.webp 300w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Invisible-Revolution-1024x576.webp 1024w, https://itdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Invisible-Revolution-768x432.webp 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></h2>
<p>In 2026, the success of blockchain technology will not be measured by headlines or token prices. It will be measured by invisibility.</p>
<p>When supply chains reconcile faster, when audits become continuous, and when financial settlements compress quietly, blockchain technology will sit in the background.</p>
<p>Not celebrated. Not debated. Simply embedded.</p>
<p>That is the real revolution. And that is how the modern digital economy becomes more transparent, efficient, and trustworthy without making noise about it.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Visa, a worldwide leader in digital payments, has introduced its Stablecoins Advisory Practice, a new strategic offering from Visa Consulting &#38; Analytics (VCA) designed to help financial institutions, fintechs, merchants, and enterprises navigate the expanding world of stablecoin technology. As stablecoins continue to gain traction with a market capitalization exceeding $250 billion, Visa’s annualized stablecoin [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Visa, a worldwide leader in digital payments, has introduced its Stablecoins Advisory Practice, a new strategic offering from Visa Consulting &amp; Analytics (VCA) designed to help financial institutions, fintechs, merchants, and enterprises navigate the expanding world of stablecoin technology.</p>
<p>As stablecoins continue to gain traction with a market capitalization exceeding $250 billion, Visa’s annualized stablecoin settlement volume has reached a $3.5 billion run rate. The launch of this advisory practice underscores Visa’s commitment to helping organizations identify market fit, build strategy, and drive real-world implementation for stablecoin and tokenized payment initiatives.</p>
<p>“Working with Visa Consulting &amp; Analytics gave VyStar access to Visa’s scale, crypto expertise, and specialized consulting talent a combination that is hard to match in the consulting world,” said Lauren Morrison, vice president, Payments Products, VyStar<strong>.</strong></p>
<h2>Accelerating Stablecoin Adoption with Expert Guidance</h2>
<p>Visa’s Stablecoins Advisory Practice brings together deep payments experience and blockchain knowledge to support clients at every stage of their stablecoin journey. The service includes:</p>
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<li><strong>Stablecoin education and market trend programs</strong>, highlighted by a dedicated course offered through Visa University</li>
<li><strong>Strategy development and market entry planning</strong> tailored to organizational objectives</li>
<li><strong>Use-case evaluation and go-to-market planning</strong> for effective product commercialization</li>
<li><strong>Technical enablement and integration support</strong> to connect stablecoin solutions with existing infrastructure</li>
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<p>These services are designed to help businesses respond to evolving regulatory standards and capitalize on opportunities where tokenized money and on-chain payment systems intersect with traditional systems.</p>
<h3><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/digits-unveils-ask-digits-a-24-7-ai-financial-assistant/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Digits Unveils Ask Digits, a 24/7 AI Financial Assistant</a> </strong></h3>
<h2>Client Perspectives: Real-World Value</h2>
<p>“Putting our members first has always been our mission, and we’re committed to exploring innovations that strengthen financial health and convenience for those we serve. Stablecoins may represent an opportunity to enhance speed and lower cost in payments, so with the support of Visa, we are evaluating how this technology could fit into our broader strategy to deliver meaningful value to our 15 million members worldwide,” said Matt Freeman, senior vice president, Navy Federal Credit Union.</p>
<p>“Visa Consulting &amp; Analytics brings together Visa’s scale, expertise and specialized consultants to offer a unique service, and Pathward appreciates the invitation to be one of the first banks to explore this work with them,” added Anthony Sharett, president of Pathward. “Stablecoins could provide innovative solutions for the financial services sector, and Visa’s team delivered impressive work, insights and actionable recommendations for businesses exploring them.”</p>
<h2>Building on Visa’s Blockchain and Payments Leadership</h2>
<p>The stablecoins advisory initiative builds on Visa’s longstanding efforts in blockchain-enabled payments. Visa was among the first major networks to pilot stablecoin settlement using the USDC token, and today supports over 130 stablecoin-linked card issuing programs across more than 40 countries. The company is also piloting <a href="https://www.visa.com/en-us" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Visa</a> Direct features that allow businesses in select regions to pre-fund cross-border payouts using stablecoins and deliver payments directly into stablecoin wallets.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The fully-regulated, blockchain-powered bank reduces credit risk and counterparty risk while freeing up working capital N3XT, a new bank built on blockchain technology to leverage break-through innovation in finance, officially launched, enabling clients to make instant, programmable business-to-business payments in U.S. dollars any hour of the day. Global finance and banking hours are no longer [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><em>The fully-regulated, blockchain-powered bank reduces credit risk and counterparty risk while freeing up working capital</em></p>
<p>N3XT, a new bank built on blockchain technology to leverage break-through innovation in finance, officially launched, enabling clients to make instant, programmable business-to-business payments in U.S. dollars any hour of the day.</p>
<p>Global finance and banking hours are no longer compatible. Businesses should be able to transfer money at any moment, anywhere in the world. Traditional B2B payments, however, can take days to settle, tying up working capital and increasing dependence on credit. N3XT identified the pain points of traditional banking and applied the lessons of the crypto industry to remove friction in the global payment system.</p>
<p>&#8220;Money should move as seamlessly as information,&#8221; said Jeffrey Wallis, CEO &amp; President of N3XT. &#8220;We&#8217;re applying crypto innovations to banking to deliver instant, programmable payments for institutional clients. Our platform gives businesses the control and reliability they need in a 24/7 global economy.&#8221;</p>
<p>“The financial system is being re-wired to be internet native, 24/7/365 and global,” said Alana Palmedo, Managing Partner of Paradigm, an investor in N3XT. “N3XT’s blockchain-powered bank embodies that shift and we’re proud to back them as they establish a new standard for how dollars move globally.”</p>
<h2><b>How It Works</b></h2>
<p>N3XT is built on a private, permissioned blockchain that can settle transactions immediately without relying on outside financial institutions to clear payments. Businesses in any sector that join the N3XT platform can use smart contracts to program payments to execute and clear when certain conditions are met. N3XT’s API-first architecture can be integrated directly into client operations.</p>
<h3><strong>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/fintech/blackrock-and-aws-partner-to-bring-aladdin-to-secure-cloud/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">BlackRock and AWS Partner to Bring Aladdin to Secure Cloud</a></strong></h3>
<h2><b>Build in Crypto. Bank in Dollars.</b></h2>
<p>N3XT’s blockchain environment is designed for interoperability with stablecoins, utility tokens, and other digital assets. Crypto market participants can program payments on the N3XT platform to automatically execute based on market conditions. For example, clients can automate deposits into their collateral accounts when markets go down and withdraw dollars when markets go up, freeing working capital to invest in other parts of the business.</p>
<p>This architecture enables programmability, auditability, and speed while maintaining control and regulatory compliance. It provides a regulated framework at the intersection of defi and traditional finance, allowing crypto-native businesses to bank in U.S. dollars and access the traditional finance system.</p>
<h2><b>Enabling Global Commerce With Less Reliance on Credit</b></h2>
<p>In global trade, buyers and sellers often rely on letters of credit that require payment approval during normal business hours. A business shipping goods from Manila to Perth may wait days for payment approval, creating counterparty risk and reliance on credit.</p>
<p>With N3XT, buyers can program payments to execute automatically after confirming the goods are delivered. Payment for the Manila-to-Perth shipment settles immediately. Buyers get peace of mind and reduced transaction costs. Sellers get lower fees and immediate access to capital to reinvest in their businesses instead.</p>
<h2><b>Launching with a Proven Model</b></h2>
<p>N3XT launches with inaugural clients across crypto, shipping and logistics, foreign exchange, and other sectors and a robust pipeline. The company has raised three rounds of financing from leading investors including, among others, Paradigm, Pharsalus, HACK VC, Reciprocal Ventures, Winklevoss Capital, Future Perfect Ventures, Potenza Capital and Jesselson Capital.</p>
<h2><b>Full-Reserve, Fully-Regulated Bank</b></h2>
<p><a href="https://n3xt.io/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">N3XT</a> is a full-reserve bank – every dollar of deposits is backed one-to-one by cash or short-term U.S. treasuries, making N3XT the first “narrow bank” in the United States. The bank does not lend, and it publishes its reserve holdings daily. It operates globally under a Wyoming Special Purpose Depository Institution charter and is regularly examined by state banking authorities.</p>
<p><strong>Source: <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251204526572/en/N3XT-Launches-First-Fully-Blockchain-Powered-Bank-for-Instant-Programmable-B2B-Payments" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Businesswire</a></strong></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:41:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc. is working on a blockchain privacy protection system based on post-quantum threshold algorithms, indicating its determination to create a more secure and efficient blockchain system. The system addresses the fundamental flaw of existing blockchain encryption namely, that conventional asymmetric encryption algorithms like RSA and ECC depend on math-based problems for which [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc. is working on a blockchain privacy protection system based on post-quantum threshold algorithms, indicating its determination to create a more secure and efficient blockchain system. The system addresses the fundamental flaw of existing blockchain encryption namely, that conventional asymmetric encryption algorithms like RSA and ECC depend on math-based problems for which quantum computers can possibly overwhelm in the near future. By combining post-quantum cryptographic primitives (like lattice-based forms, hash functions and multilinear maps) with threshold key sharing technology (in which a private key is divided among several participants and reassembled only if enough of them collaborate), WiMi hopes to keep data secure in a quantum age, while also improving fault tolerance and decentralisation. The approach promises distributed key management, high-grained access control, dynamic scalability, decentralised application and smart contract support, and better efficiency in environments with high concurrency thus solving both the scalability challenge and security challenge facing blockchain architecture. In the future, WiMi identifies this direction as a main research direction and development trend for blockchain systems amidst future quantum computing advancements. The news highlights the firm&#8217;s strategic shift from its core holographic AR activity into more intensive cryptographic and blockchain infrastructure work.</p>
<h3>Also Read: <a class="p-url" href="https://itdigest.com/cloud-computing-mobility/analytics/tellius-unveils-agent-mode-a-leap-toward-autonomous-ai-driven-analytics/" target="_self" rel="bookmark" data-wpel-link="internal">Tellius Unveils Agent Mode: A Leap Toward Autonomous AI-Driven Analytics</a></h3>
<p>Established as a hologram cloud and AR technical solutions company, WiMi is riding its technology strength into blockchain security innovation. By combining post-quantum cryptography with threshold key sharing, WiMi is addressing not only the encryption algorithm threats presented by quantum computers but also feasibility of deployment issues like key management, resistance to malicious nodes and scalability in distributed systems. The effort would help support protection of privacy, encourage secure data exchange and propel greater use of blockchain particularly in situations where sensitive transactions require quantum-resistant security and decentralized trust.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Enterprise digital-asset infrastructure leader Fireblocks, which facilitates more than $4 trillion in digital-asset transfers annually, announced its acquisition of developer-platform provider Dynamic. The move reinforces Fireblocks’ mission to drive on-chain adoption by fintechs, payment platforms and enterprises. Dynamic powers more than 50 million on-chain accounts for a range of clients including industry-leading exchanges such as [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Enterprise digital-asset infrastructure leader Fireblocks, which facilitates more than $4 trillion in digital-asset transfers annually, announced its acquisition of developer-platform provider Dynamic. The move reinforces Fireblocks’ mission to drive on-chain adoption by fintechs, payment platforms and enterprises.</p>
<p>Dynamic powers more than 50 million on-chain accounts for a range of clients including industry-leading exchanges such as Kraken and ZeroHash, as well as Web3-native companies like Magic Eden, Lighter and Ondo Finance.</p>
<p>Dynamic delivers a full suite of developer tools that embed digital-asset services ranging from user onboarding and authentication to embedded wallets, wallet connectivity and funding integrations enabling product teams to launch customized and intuitive on-chain experiences rapidly.</p>
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<p>Fireblocks already supports over 2,400 businesses and institutions with secure, enterprise-grade digital-asset infrastructure. With the addition of Dynamic, Fireblocks now offers a unified “custody-to-consumer” stack moving beyond institutional treasury, custody and settlement capabilities and into the realm of end-user onboarding and wallet experiences enabling businesses to build, scale and secure on-chain products more quickly.</p>
<p>The acquisition arrives at a critical moment: favourable regulatory developments and rapid stable-coin adoption are driving fintechs, payments firms and platforms to integrate blockchain rails. By bringing Dynamic into the fold, Fireblocks enables companies to capitalise on emerging revenue opportunities, while reducing complexity and operational risk.</p>
<p>“Fireblocks has spent seven years building the most trusted infrastructure for institutions – custody, treasury, compliance, and settlement for the world’s largest banks, exchanges, and payment providers,” said Michael Shaulov, CEO of Fireblocks. “Dynamic has built the most elegant wallet infrastructure for consumer-facing applications, with intuitive Web3 onboarding and multi-chain support. Together, we now offer something the industry has never had: the complete stack for on-chain finance, from custody to consumer, all on one secure, scalable platform.”</p>
<h3>Why the Stack Matters</h3>
<p>Fireblocks and Dynamic have merged. This brings together institutional infrastructure and consumer experiences into one platform. Users can now enjoy top-notch security. They also get easy-to-use features, all in one developer ecosystem. Developers will now have access to embedded wallets with passkey authentication, gasless transactions, pre-built UI components, integrated yield features, fiat on-/off ramps and stable-coin support.</p>
<p>“We’ve seen this pattern before. The ability to simplify traditionally complex infrastructure  whether it’s communications with Twilio or bank connections with Plaid  unlocks immense developer activity,” said Itai Turbahn, co-founder and CEO of Dynamic. “That same principle is true for crypto. Our team at Dynamic has done the same for embedding digital-asset services in any application. Now, leveraging Fireblocks’ enterprise foundations, we will expand our reach to empower product teams globally with a complete, secure and compliant stack, enabling them to get digital-asset functionality to production within days.”</p>
<h3><strong>Dynamic has already powered on-chain consumer experiences for some of the most forward-looking global firms:</strong></h3>
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<li>Kraken’s Inky platform uses Dynamic’s embedded wallet to deliver a global trading experience for tokenised assets and perpetuals, even for users new to crypto.</li>
<li>ZeroHash relies on Dynamic to enable businesses to send and receive payments in crypto or stable-coins.</li>
<li>Magic Eden utilises Dynamic’s user-onboarding and embedded-account functionality to let users buy, trade and pool digital collectibles around the clock, across chains.</li>
<li>Lighter.xyz leverages Dynamic to reinvent perpetuals at scale, enabling global reach without prior Web3 expertise.</li>
<li>Ondo Finance uses Dynamic to let users connect existing wallets across its product suite including tokenised stocks, bonds and ETFs on the Ondo Global Markets platform.</li>
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<p>“We have long admired the Fireblocks team for their commitment to security, scale and shared vision for the future of digital assets,” added Yoni Goldberg, co-founder and CTO of Dynamic. “By combining forces, we’re giving enterprises new ways to serve their customers today and into the future.”</p>
<p>As part of the acquisition, Dynamic’s 30-person team will join <a href="https://fireblocks.com/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Fireblocks</a> bringing specialized expertise in consumer-product design, developer experience, Web3 authentication and wallet technology. The combined organisation will support <a href="https://www.dynamic.xyz/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external noopener noreferrer sponsored ugc">Dynamic</a>’s existing customer base while working to integrate both platforms and deliver seamless custody-to-consumer infrastructure.</p>
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