The Cardano Foundation is partnering with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to run the 2026 SDG Blockchain Accelerator, aiming to develop blockchain-based solutions for global challenges. Applications open from July to September 2026, with a five-month acceleration phase starting in October. The program focuses on areas like digital payments, identity management, supply chain traceability, and data privacy, connecting tech teams with UN development needs. This collaboration builds on Cardano's growing involvement with the UN, including its role in the UNDP Blockchain Advisory Group and previous support for blockchain projects through its community funding platform, Project Catalyst.
Cardano is targeting global adoption by enhancing its blockchain's scalability and user experience through the Hydra and Ouroboros Leios protocols. Hydra has entered its adoption phase, enabling faster trading and micropayments, while Ouroboros Leios...
Bitcoin has risen 8.9% to $76,337 and Ethereum 5.6% to $2,370, with traders focusing on their 200-day moving averages as key support or resistance levels. Bitcoin dominance remains high at 59.3%, influencing selective altcoin gains like XRP and ADA. ...
Major cryptocurrencies saw significant gains, with Bitcoin rising 6.2% to $72,557 and Ethereum up 10.9% to $2,326.79. Other notable increases include XRP up 16.1%, Dogecoin up 10.7%, and several altcoins showing double-digit percentage gains. This su...
XRP, Stellar (XLM), and Algorand (ALGO) are emerging as key blockchain networks aligned with government digital currency initiatives, focusing on improving payments, settlements, and asset transfers. These projects support national digital currency p...
Cryptocurrency markets are experiencing significant gains, with Bitcoin reaching approximately $69,183, up 7.9%, and Ethereum surging 19.3% to $2,259.15. Other notable increases include Ripple (XRP) up 12.7%, Solana (SOL) up 12.5%, and Binance Coin (...
