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🌟 You can now make Pix payments directly from Google Wallet! Starting this Tuesday (30th), selected users can enjoy this feature, which will soon be available to everyone. 📱💳 With this update, you can register your bank accounts and make transfers or payments using keys or QR codes, all from the app's home screen. 🏦 🔒 Security is a priority: biometric authentication or a PIN will be required for every transaction. In case of device loss or theft, you can securely unlink your accounts via the "Find My Smartphone" site. 🔑 📲 This initial collaboration includes banks like PicPay and C6 Bank, with more banks joining in the future. A complete digital solution for payments in Brazil! 🇧🇷💼  #GoogleWallet #Pix #SecurePayments #DigitalBanking #Innovation #Fintech #MobilePayments #BrazilTech #DigitalTransformation #Fintech

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Most discussions around Blockchain/Web3 are always focused on BTC/ETH #ETF, #DeFi, #L1/L2/L3 for quick returns, leading to an over-saturation of unused infrastructure and many dying projects. Not much attention is given to the relevance of #Web3 and the Creator Economy. (Some of this information you might already know) Web1 > Web2 > Web3 represents a new era as technology advances and new user behaviors are influenced by increasingly sophisticated tools. The creator economy is marked by progressive changes or states in each era: - Web1 (30+ years ago): Businesses (Centralized) Content = Where static content created by a small number of producers (e.g., big companies) was the initial opportunity for creators. - Web2 (started 20+ years ago): User-Generated Content (as Gen X and Y wanted to be heard) on centralized platforms revolutionized the business model and spurred the growth of the creator economy. - Web3 (believed to come): Commoditizing User-Generated Content on Decentralized platforms. Gen Z (asking "Why should my data/creation be sold and I get only a fraction?") is leading to the robust acceleration of the next creator economy and innovative business models. Core Technologies in the Next Wave of the Web3 <> Creator Economy:- 1. Social Media/Content/Streaming Platforms ✅ (Matured tech and use cases) 2. Digital Marketing Tools ✅ (Matured tech and use cases) 3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) (maturing tech with killer use cases) 4. Blockchain Technologies (yet to mature and need killer use cases) But #Blockchain is the only technology that facilitates the most important aspect—commoditizing user creation. There's a growing debate & calls to focus on driving innovative use cases and killer apps, but progress is hindered due to the extreme difficulty of development without a good suite of interconnected tools (as we ourselves experience every day). *Try to hire developers to develop non-#EVM chain, and you will need a lot of luck. The pains of hunting/hiring/sourcing/managing implementation with crazy costs & months of effort drain your resources & mental energy, leaving you no room to pivot Your boss, co-founders, and investors are on your back kick start to save yourself >_< [Product video] https://lnkd.in/gPyPf_yG [Sign up here] https://lnkd.in/gj_eytWU #Web3 #Blockchain #AI #CreatorEconomy #ETF #BTC #ETH

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Bitcoin a new form of digital money. Do you agree? 🎙️Tune in to our latest episode with Maurício Magaldi to find out if crypto is the future of finance. #takadao #takatalks #utility #blockchain #financialsystem #cryptocurrency #crypto #binance #bonk

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There are still opportunities in niche fintech. Check out ASAAS story. Watch the term used “ …. broke away from old models…” Last raise $148m in series C, 1million business client, 600+ employees. Quite a performance out of a fintech disrupting the fintechs. Thanks Endeavor for this story. #innovation #fintech #brazil #endeavor

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Something funny happened on the Base Latam Telegram chat this week. Someone needed to randomnly select one address from all the holders of an event NFT Collectible. And he was asking for a product that had this feature. The chosen address would receive a price on Eth. For Onchain Summer, I built a tool for non-tech web3 users to visualize and extract NFT holder data, so I already had some of the requirements... so I built it! Snapshooter now let's you add 1 contract address, see all it's holders and randomnly choose one. You can also extract the full CSV address list for 1 contract, several contracts, and even combinations (holders of 3 of 5 tokens). This is very useful for non-technical web3 users (marketers, creators, organizers) that require tools to extract info fast, easy and fun. Pura Vida!

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#Blockchain.com????? #EthQuantumVal #BTCQuantumVal #EQv🫱🏼‍🫲🏿 #BQv Ultra-Intelligent-Value 🗝🔓♾️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️ "Where every bit knows it's energetic origin and purposeful productions in all situations" -No Code/Galactic codex implementations #Truth on #Truth #CryptoScience #PureQuantum #Future #Development #Light Interesting data sets. How about global institutions normalize saying -WE Don't know it says "Unknown" instead of manufacturing things that will require a sorry we messed up press release later. I'm sure Vitalik has the Ancient to Present and Future Blocks Riiii!!!!ght! 🌍🌅🌌⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️ FunFact the original Script isn't in binary computational anything. 369 0 963 That is a reverse engineering mechanism for 3d operational compatibility within limited understanding and energetic utilization of the currently restricted human quantum cerebral. but I'll play the code games with you, even though we all know source needs nothing of the sort to bring forth #DIVINE #KINGDOMS. Nice pics! The #DivineComedy continues. 🍿 #RealGENESIS♾️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️

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TON to Launch Synthetic Bitcoin to Boost DeFi Solutions The Open Network (TON) is preparing to launch a synthetic version of Bitcoin (BTC) to expand its decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. This synthetic BTC will allow users to engage with Bitcoin’s value and functionality directly within the TON ecosystem, creating new DeFi opportunities while retaining Bitcoin's security attributes. 🔑 Why Synthetic Bitcoin Matters for TON’s DeFi Growth The introduction of synthetic BTC on TON aims to bridge Bitcoin’s value with TON's blockchain, which offers high-speed, low-cost transactions. By pegging synthetic BTC to real Bitcoin reserves, users can engage in DeFi without transferring actual BTC. This synthetic asset will allow access to lending, staking, and yield farming within the TON network, enhancing liquidity while offering Bitcoin holders a seamless way to participate in DeFi. 📈 Technical Aspects and Security TON’s synthetic BTC will be backed by smart contracts and oracles to ensure accurate price tracking and asset stability, minimizing risks associated with traditional custodial methods. The development emphasizes interoperability, making it compatible with multiple DeFi protocols across TON’s ecosystem while ensuring transparency and security. 🌐 Impact on the Broader DeFi and Bitcoin Ecosystem Synthetic Bitcoin on TON strengthens Bitcoin’s role in DeFi by giving BTC holders more opportunities for yield without leaving the security of their primary blockchain. This move positions TON as a competitor in multi-chain DeFi ecosystems, potentially attracting more liquidity to TON and expanding the overall DeFi landscape. TON’s synthetic BTC launch represents a promising bridge for Bitcoin into DeFi, combining Bitcoin’s store of value with TON’s scalable infrastructure. #TON #Bitcoin #SyntheticBTC #DeFi #Blockchain #CryptoInnovation #YieldFarming #Interoperability #TONDeFi

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Diffusion: Episode 10, Blockchain Industry, featuring Maurício Magaldi. Today, we welcome Mauricio, one of the most remarkable Web3 personalities, and a key catalyst in Brazil and Latin America, currently based in the UK and representing Midnight. In this episode, Mauricio and I go over all the developments in the Blockchain industry in the Southern Hemisphere over the past years, the ecosystem's evolution, institutional adoption, and how it all connects with global trends. Mauricio, or Magaldi, is Midnight's Head of Product, Design, and Developer Relations. With a strong background in leading digital transformation in financial services, he's been deeply involved in Blockchain since reading the Bitcoin whitepaper in 2014. Mauricio has since dedicated his efforts to researching Blockchain applications and advising founders, fintechs, banks, and regulators on the potential of decentralized technologies. He is also a Certified Information Management Professional in Data Governance. He holds a BSc in Production Engineering from the Federal University of São Carlos and an MBA in Finance from FIA, both in Brazil. Before joining Midnight, he held digital transformation and data roles at Citi, HSBC, IBM, and 11:FS. When he's not crafting the next iteration of Midnight's roadmap, Mauricio hosts his own show, the BlockDrops Podcast, focused on Blockchain for business. And for the very first time, we're doing a cross-participation, with the BlockDrops Podcast host joining the Diffusion Podcast as a guest. Don’t miss out — the link will be available below soon. #Finance #Economy #Investment #Business #Startups #Organizations #Web3 #Blockchain #NetworkState #US #UK #EU

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Circle Integrates USDC with Brazil and Mexico’s National Payment Systems 🌍 💎 Key Highlights: 🟡USDC Integration: Circle has integrated its USD Coin (USDC) with Brazil’s PIX and Mexico’s SPEI real-time payment systems. 🟡Instant Transfers: Businesses can now access USDC in local currencies (BRL and MXN) through local banks without relying on slow international wire transfers. 🟡Faster Access: Circle claims this move reduces settlement time from days to minutes, boosting liquidity for businesses. 🟡Strategic Impact: This expansion enhances cross-border payments in Latin America, particularly for remittances and trade. ✨ The Significance: 🇧🇷 Brazil: PIX has 168 million users, and 95% of Brazil’s $640B annual foreign trade happens in USD. 🇲🇽 Mexico: Remittances from the U.S. to Mexico hit $63B in 2023, representing 4% of Mexico's economy. ➡️ This integration strengthens USDC's position in cross-border finance, making it a key player in the global payments infrastructure. 🔗 Read Full Details: Here (https://lnkd.in/gxZHyVuV) #USDC #Circle #Brazil #Mexico #Fintech #Stablecoins #Crypto

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BRC-20: New Standard in Blockchain Tokens 🚀💎 BRC-20 is a token standard on Bitcoin, inspired by ERC-20 and using the Ordinals protocol. 🔑 Key Features Ordinals Protocol: Inscribes data on satoshis. 🪙 Fungibility: Tokens are interchangeable. 🔄 Compatibility: Works with Bitcoin infrastructure. 🔗 Decentralization: Uses Bitcoin’s security. 🔒 ✨ Benefits Security: Built on Bitcoin’s robust security. 🔐 Adoption: Bitcoin’s recognition drives adoption. 🌍 Interoperability: Enables cross-chain interactions. 🔄 ⚠️ Challenges Scalability: Bitcoin’s transaction limits. 🚧 Support: Needs wallets, exchanges, apps. 🏗️ Regulation: Potential scrutiny. ⚖️ 🌟 Conclusion BRC-20 expands token utility on Bitcoin, driving new blockchain innovations. 🌟🚀 #web3

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More public ledgers lead to more API opportunities. NEW writing contest with CoinGecko! https://lnkd.in/gycFBivU Tell your story :-) #cryptoapi #web3 #api #cryptocurrency #blockchain #publicledger #publicinformation #developers #ftw

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Top 3 WEB3 Narratives Raising Grants in Q4 2024, (from 2000+ discussions with WEB3 foundations) I am connected with +400 grant managers / ecosystem lead within the largest WEB3 foundations, so if your project fits one of these 03 narratives, don't hesitate to pitch your project below in 03 lines max. to have a chance of being seen 01. User-Based Project adressed to WEB3 non-natives: This category encompasses a wide range of initiatives, including Gamefi, Socialfi, SportFi, Learn-to-earn, RWA projects, as well as user-friendly UI/UX projects such as alternatives to Metamask, & low-code or no-code solutions like NFT Marketplaces. It is the most privileged narrative! By serving as enablers for blockchain adoption and integrating with the real economy, these projects are attracting new users, wallets, and transactions to the integrated ecosystem, thereby enticing fresh developers and perpetuating a virtuous cycle for the entire ecosystem. 02. DeFi: Left aside at the start of the year, DeFi projects are currently widely requested by foundations, allowing to bring users, but above all to increase the TVL on the protocol in a period where they seek to protect the liquidity of their token. 03. AI: Do we really need to present this vertical? This is THE narrative of this bull market. Disrupting entire industries, high-potential projects can quickly reach 09-figure marketcaps, carrying the entire integrated ecosystem with it. If your project fits one of these 03 narratives, don't forget to pitch your project below, At 0x Labs, we've been helping our customers in their search for grants & partnerships for over two years, From drawing up the application file to introducing them directly to the 120+ grant managers we work with (Polygon, Immutable X, Ethereum, Arbitrum, Solana, Optimism, Base ...) Our DMs are open if you have any needs 📩 #web3 #grants #fundraising #blockchain

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