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New York, USA, 15 Mei 2026, Chainwire
E Estate Group Inc. mengumumkan bahwa mereka akan mengadakan E-Estate 1 Tahun Live: Washington DC Summit pada 13 Juni 2026, mempertemukan pimpinan perusahaan, agen, pembeli, mitra strategis, dan tamu yang tertarik dengan masa depan kepemilikan real estat berbasis blockchain.
Summit ini akan berlangsung di The Watergate Hotel di Washington, D.C. dan akan menandai satu tahun sejak peluncuran platform E-Estate.
Acara ini dirancang sebagai pertemuan tonggak untuk ekosistem E-Estate dan diskusi yang lebih luas tentang bagaimana tokenisasi real estat bergerak dari adopsi awal ke infrastruktur yang terstruktur. Summit ini akan fokus pada aset nyata, model kepemilikan berbasis blockchain, Aset Dunia Nyata, pertumbuhan platform, dan tahap selanjutnya dari partisipasi properti digital.

Abu Dhabi, UAE, May 14th, 2026, Chainwire
MSU 2.0 to unveil IP expansion strategy, featuring AI creation tools and a unified on-chain content hub.
MapleStory N marks its first anniversary with major gameplay milestones, sustained ecosystem growth, and new updates to deepen player engagement.
MapleStory Universe (MSU), the blockchain-powered expansion of Nexon’s iconic MapleStory franchise, today marks its first anniversary following the launch of MapleStory N on May 15, 2025. Over the past year, the platform has recorded more than 150 million cumulative on-chain transactions and surpassed 3.82 million accounts registered, reflecting sustained participation from a global player base and continued development of the ecosystem.
One year in, MSU is entering its next phase with the introduction of MSU 2.0, an expansion designed to transform how intellectual property (IP), builders, and players interact in a shared digital environment, supported by AI creation tools and on-chain infrastructure. MSU 2.0 will be implemented throughout 2026 to 2027, as new features will be progressively developed and released for the builders.
A Benchmark Launch That Set a New Standard
MSU launched in May 2025 as one of the largest debuts in the Web3 gaming ecosystem. Built on the MapleStory IP, the pre-launch Scroll NFT campaign recorded approximately 1.7 million scrolls minted, officially confirmed as the largest NFT mint in Avalanche network history. On launch day, MSU-related weekly active addresses on the Avalanche network increased by 549 percent, reflecting strong user interest and anticipation surrounding the title’s release.
Following launch, the marketplace has continued its strong performance, with more than 446,716 buyers and sellers transacting daily on average. To date, MSU has accounted for 23.3% of total activity on the Avalanche network, representing a substantial share of activity across leading chains. MSU’s native NXPC token was also listed on seven major exchanges at launch, including Binance, Bybit, Upbit, and Bithumb.
Sunyoung Hwang, CEO, Nexpace, said:
What began as one of the largest launches in Web3 gaming has developed into a platform built for long-term participation. In the past year, we focused on building the infrastructure and discipline required to support our community over the long term. Ever since then, MSU has evolved beyond a single game into infrastructure for creation, commerce, and participation. That shift defines what it means for an IP to become an economic system and a foundation for the next generation of online worlds.
Introducing MSU 2.0, the Next Chapter for MapleStory Universe
MSU is now advancing into its next phase through the rollout of MSU 2.0, an expansion designed to turn IPs from friction-heavy, abstract assets into programmable, on-chain commerce. Designed to broaden participation across the ecosystem and support new forms of creation, distribution, and commercialization, MSU 2.0 reflects the continued evolution of MapleStory Universe from a single game environment into a scalable platform.
Hwang added:
MSU 2.0 is the next phase of our growth journey. Our goal is to expand the role of IP from something people experience to something they can actively build with, share, and grow together, akin to an infinite IP playground. From here, our priority is to build the infrastructure that will support a larger and more connected IP ecosystem.
At the core of MSU 2.0 is VIBE IP, a new tech stack built on two foundational pillars that redefine what it means to build with IP on-chain. The first pillar transforms IP access by providing builders access to gameplay and behavioral data from MapleStory N through dedicated APIs, turning IP from brand assets to living, data-rich foundation to create on in accordance with applicable privacy laws. The second pillar establishes an on-chain builder economy on the Henesys chain, built on an Avalanche L1streamlining IP licensing, revenue settlement, and payments into a single system.
Together, these pillars are supported by blockchain infrastructure and AI-powered creation tools. Blockchain allows seamless licensing, payment and settlement, fully on-chain, while AI-powered “vibe coding” allows anyone’s idea to become a full-scale product, enabling broader participation in building and launching IP-driven content. This foundation positions MSU to onboard additional Nexon IPs over time, building an AI-powered and On-chained IP multiverse, with the VIBE IP tech stack gradually rolling out in phases over the coming months.
MapleStory N One-Year Anniversary Update
MapleStory N, the flagship game by MSU, has delivered a series of milestones over the past year that reflect sustained player engagement across the ecosystem. The year-end winter update generated more than 130,000 user inflows, with approximately three-quarters representing new users. This update also drove in-game spending to its highest level since the immediate post-launch period, with player spending outpacing rewards distributed, reflecting a more active and sustainable in-game economy driven by deeper engagement.
Building on this momentum, MapleStory N is now more accessible to mainstream players. Casual users can engage with the game like any traditional MMORPG, with less blockchain hurdle. Web3 features have been refined to deliver meaningful value while maintaining a seamless gameplay experience, making the platform easier for a broader audience to adopt.
As MapleStory N enters its second year, the development team will roll out waves of in-game updates at an accelerated pace, expanding gameplay and introducing new challenges. This will be supported by a steady cadence of major releases throughout the year, including highly anticipated Black Mage update and other milestone content. MSN will also introduce a new MVP system designed to provide ongoing benefits to dedicated players and keep them motivated to continue playing. Starting with the MVP system, MSN plans to continuously expand the program by introducing more diverse criteria and rewards, ensuring that a wider range of players can be recognized and rewarded over time. For more information, users can visit the official website.
About NEXPACE
NEXPACE, an innovative blockchain company based in Abu Dhabi, pioneers an IP-expansion initiative powered by blockchain technology and NFTs to build a community-driven ecosystem. With a mission to redefine interactive entertainment, NEXPACE creates a vibrant space for exploring, sharing, and engaging with diverse content and gameplay crafted by community members.
At the heart of NEXPACE’s ecosystem are principles of transparency, security, and trust, empowering builders to freely share their ideas and enabling users to enjoy immersive experiences. By fostering a culture of creative expression, NEXPACE envisions a secure, collaborative environment that unites ecosystem participants in a thriving digital community.
Contact
PR Manager
Bee Shin
Wachsman
bee.shin@wachsman.com

Dubai, UEA, 14 Mei 2026, FinanceWire
Headway, broker online global, telah meluncurkan bonus pendaftaran tanpa deposit yang dirancang untuk membantu trader menjelajahi berbagai pasar tanpa mempertaruhkan modal mereka sendiri. Bonus $150 memungkinkan peserta untuk trading di lima kelas aset selama tujuh hari dan mengubah penghasilan bonus menjadi profit yang bisa ditarik.
Peserta bisa unlock reward harian sebesar $15 dengan trading setidaknya 0.01 lot per hari, dengan pergerakan harga minimal 3 poin antara pembukaan dan penutupan. Menyelesaikan tugas tambahan menambah bonus sebesar $45, sehingga total bonus sambutan yang bisa didapat jadi $150.

Los Angeles, United States, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
Gogi connects investors and AI agents to brokers, stocks, crypto, forex, and prediction markets in one unified workspace.
Today, Gogi launches out of stealth to equip investors with a unified ecosystem for AI-powered investing and enable the next generation of agent investors. Gogi is among the first financial workspaces to provide agents with financial data, policy guardrails, position limits, and a security layer for engaging in multi-broker, multi-market trading. The company aims to become the default gateway through which agents interface with global financial systems.
Retail trading is more fragmented and complex than ever. New investors face steep barriers to entry: hours of time-consuming research, costly subscriptions to market data and expert analysis, and a maze of disconnected platforms and accounts. Although AI agents can analyze markets and identify trading opportunities, investors lack a secure, unified control layer for their agents to safely access and take action across financial accounts—until now.
AI agents are evolving from tools into economic participants. Gogi is building the infrastructure for investors to leverage autonomous agents to execute specific financial strategies,
said Founder and CEO Clarice Bonaccorsi. I built this platform to give everyday investors a true financial co-pilot—one that offers institutional-grade capabilities without institutional complexity.
Gogi’s financial interface combines Gogi Intelligence and various tools to simplify analysis and trade execution across multiple accounts. Gogi Intelligence integrates real-time market data across equities, crypto, forex, commodities, indexes, and prediction markets. It performs fundamental and technical analysis on more than 20,000 symbols and thousands of real-world events—providing investors and AI agents with a comprehensive understanding of the market and their position in it. Beyond standard data feeds, users can subscribe to premium data, including SEC filings, balance sheets, historical performance, sports statistics, political forecasting, event probabilities, and even custom datasets, via a secure user portal.
On top of this Intelligence, Gogi’s tools enable multi-broker trade execution (human- or agent-in-the-loop), portfolio management, chat and voice command interfaces, and an isolated trading environment. Most investors risk exposing sensitive credentials and proprietary strategies when utilizing autonomous AI agents. With Gogi, investors and agents operate within a strictly governed, encrypted environment. All agent activity is encrypted and monitored, ensuring that investments pass through embedded user-defined guardrails. These safeguards enforce strict position limits, timing constraints, asset restrictions, and risk policies automatically before any order hits the market.
Currently, Gogi is partnered with Kraken, one of the longest-standing, most liquid, and secure crypto platforms serving more than 15 million clients globally, to share Kraken’s features with Gogi’s users. Alpaca, a leading provider of brokerage infrastructure APIs, is also a Gogi partner, potentially extending Gogi’s reach through brokerage infrastructure serving more than 7 million accounts.
Investors interested in participating in the next evolution of AI-driven finance can learn more at gogi.ai.
About Gogi
Gogi is a unified AI financial workspace that connects investors and their AI agents to brokers, stocks, crypto, forex, and prediction markets. Built for modern retail investors and agents who want smarter, faster, and more diversified ways to manage their financial lives, Gogi simplifies analysis and trade execution across multiple accounts. Unlike brokers or standalone trading apps, Gogi acts as a non-custodial, agent-ready infrastructure layer with enterprise-grade security and human or agent-in-the-loop controls. Founded in 2022 by professional day trader and self-taught programmer Clarice Bonaccorsi, Gogi is building the future of AI-powered investing. Users can learn more at www.gogi.ai.
Contact
PR Consultant
Gabriela Lund
Gogi
pr@gog.ai

Ajman, UAE, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
Funded Academy has officially launched, introducing a proprietary trading platform built around a single idea: trading should be a process of learning, proving, and evolving, not just passing a challenge. The firm enters the market with a structure that combines education, evaluation, and funding into one continuous environment, allowing traders to develop their skills while working toward funded opportunities.
From Learning to Funding, in One System
Funded Academy is built to guide traders through a complete journey. Instead of separating education from execution, the platform connects both. Traders begin by selecting a program such as the 1-Step Challenge with an 85% profit split or the 2-Step Challenge with an 80% split, progress through a structured evaluation, and move into funded accounts once performance criteria are met. Each stage is designed to reflect how traders actually grow, focusing on consistency and decision-making rather than short-term outcomes.
Competitive Entry and High-Reward Scaling
The platform offers diverse entry points to suit every trader’s needs:
2-Step Challenge Pricing: Accounts range from $5k ($49.99) to $200k ($1,080.99).
1-Step Challenge Pricing: Streamlined accounts from $5k ($55.88) to $100k ($576.88).
Performance Scaling: Traders can qualify to increase their account balance by 40%, with profit splits rising to an industry-leading 95%.
Maximum Growth: Traders can reach a maximum allocation of $1,000,000 based on performance.
Built Around Real Trading Conditions
Trading takes place on MetaTrader 5 and cTrader, two of the most widely used platforms in the industry. The environment is designed to mirror real market conditions. Funded Academy emphasizes discipline, with clearly defined rules:
Drawdown Limits: 2-Step accounts feature a 10% overall drawdown, while 1-Step accounts use an 8% trailing drawdown.
Leverage: Access up to 1:100 leverage on Forex for 2-Step Challenges.
Transparency: No consistency rules apply to any account types, and KYC is required only after successfully completing the challenge phases.
Support That Stays Active
A key part of the platform is its 24/7 support system (support@fundedacademy.com). Traders have access to real assistance at any time, reducing delays and keeping the focus on trading rather than troubleshooting. The platform is accessible across desktop, web, and mobile devices, allowing to monitor and manage accounts from anywhere.
Straightforward Payout Structure
Funded Academy offers a clear payout model. Each trading cycle is 2 weeks, and the first payout is available on demand. Once passed, traders can receive their funded accounts within 12 hours of completing KYC. All rules, including a $0 commission on Indices, are defined in advance to create a predictable structure.
Designed for Long-Term Development
Founder and CEO Mohammed Salehuddin Azad states that the platform was created to address a common gap in the industry: many traders have the skills but lack the structure to apply them consistently. Funded Academy focuses on building that environment and supporting steady progress so that traders can refine their approach over time.
Expanding Beyond Trading: The Partner Program
In addition to its trading programs, Funded Academy includes an affiliate program for creators and trading communities.
Tiered Commissions: Partners earn between 15% (Tier 1) and 20% (Tier 3) on first-time purchases.
Reliable Payouts: Commissions are processed via Crypto (in reliable payouts) or RISEWORKS within 24 to 48 hours after approval.
Trading & Account Flexibility
No Consistency Rules: There are no consistency rules applied to any account type, allowing traders more freedom in their strategy execution.
High Profit Splits: Traders start with an 80% to 85% profit split, which can be increased to 95% through the scale-up program.
Rapid Funding and Payouts: Funded accounts are issued within 12 hours of completing KYC, and the first payout is available on demand.
Generous Drawdown Limits: The 2-Step Challenge offers a 10% overall drawdown, while the 1-Step Challenge offers a 8% trailing drawdown.
Zero Commission on Indices: Trading indices features a $ 0-per-lot commission structure.
Flexible News Trading: Trade freely during medium and low-impact news across all accounts, with a simple 2-minute restriction around high-impact releases for funded accounts only, while challenge accounts remain unrestricted.
About Funded Academy
Funded Academy is a proprietary trading firm that combines learning, evaluation, and funding into a single platform. The company provides structured programs designed to help traders develop consistency and access funded trading opportunities. Funded Academy Ltd. is registered in Saint Lucia and operates globally.
More information is available at:
https://fundedacademy.com/
Contact
Communications Officer
Mehenuma Bhuiyan Akanto
Funded Academy F.Z.E.
contact@fundedacademy.com

London, Inggris, 13 Mei 2026, Chainwire
Setelah menyelesaikan fase pengujian privatnya dengan sukses, BASIS sekarang resmi diluncurkan, dengan platform yang dapat diakses publik di basis.pro saat perusahaan berusaha mengatasi apa yang semakin dijelaskan oleh peserta industri sebagai celah struktural dalam infrastruktur aset digital.
Platform ini, yang dikembangkan dengan dukungan teknik dari Base58 Labs, telah diuji di bawah kondisi pasar langsung dengan sekelompok peserta institusional yang terpilih. Metrik yang dilaporkan termasuk latensi eksekusi p99 di bawah 50 mikrodetik, throughput yang melebihi 100.000 operasi per detik, dan uptime 100%. Evaluasi ini melampaui tolok ukur kinerja puncak.

Ebene Cybercity, Mauritius, May 13th, 2026, FinanceWire
IUX has released a new market insight examining recent developments in the gold market, focusing on heightened volatility and how it may be associated with user engagement across gold-related instruments, including Gold Funds and Gold ETFs.
The report combines limited internal platform observations with publicly available market data for contextual purposes only.
Gold Market Reflects Diverging Short-Term and Long-Term Trends
According to publicly available market data, gold (XAUUSD) is trading at approximately 4,550.545 USD, reflecting an intraday increase of around +0.58%. Short-term movements remain volatile, with gold rising approximately +0.57% over the past day but declining around -4.39% over the past month.
Over longer timeframes, gold has shown relatively stronger performance, with gains of approximately +14.64% over six months and +40.50% over one year, although historical market performance does not guarantee future results.
This divergence between short-term pressure and longer-term strength may be associated with macroeconomic factors such as interest rate expectations, U.S. dollar movements, and periods of profit-taking. The observed pattern may also be interpreted as a transition from strong upward momentum into a phase of increased volatility and relative stabilization.
Volatility and Evolving Market Structure
The insight suggests that recent volatility may be associated not only with macroeconomic conditions but also with changes in market structure.
As access to gold markets becomes more immediate through instruments such as ETFs, and as trading activity becomes more responsive to real-time data, price movements may be observed to occur more rapidly. This environment may contribute to more pronounced short-term fluctuations compared to historical patterns.
These developments may be viewed as part of broader changes in how gold is utilized within portfolios, where some market participants may view it as part of longer-term portfolio diversification strategies.
IUX Data Indicates Shifts in User Engagement
Platform observations suggest that periods of increased price movement may be associated with higher levels of user interaction, particularly in instruments more directly linked to short-term market price movements. This observation should not be interpreted as investment advice or an indication of trading opportunity.
Engagement with ETF-based instruments may be observed to increase during short-term volatility, while Gold Funds continue to be associated with longer-term positioning. Under current conditions, different product characteristics may influence how users engage with market instruments.
Users may also be increasingly observed to monitor multiple timeframes and examine relationships between gold and other asset classes, which may reflect a shift toward more data-oriented market observation.
Integrated Platform for Multi-Asset Monitoring
IUX offers access to multiple asset classes within a single platform environment.
The platform includes access to market data and analytical indicators, including price movements, trading activity, and sentiment-related data, which may provide additional context during periods of volatility.
Conclusion
The IUX insight indicates that the current gold market environment may be characterized by the interaction between short-term volatility and longer-term structural trends.
This dynamic may be observed in both price behavior and user engagement, reflecting different approaches to market participation under evolving conditions.
About IUX
IUX is a multi-asset trading and investment platform offering access to a wide range of financial instruments, including Forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and ETFs. The platform provides integrated tools, market data, and educational resources designed to support users in exploring financial markets.
IUX Education provides access to structured guides, market insights, and educational materials intended to support financial market learning and ongoing market education and understanding.
Disclaimer
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 76% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. Users should consider whether they understand how CFDs work and whether they can afford to take the high risk of losing the money.
Contact
IUX Education
education@iux.com

Zurich, Switzerland, May 12th, 2026, Chainwire
The fintech project SNC Scandic Coin (SNC) was launched by the global Scandic Finance Group (SFG). In an interview with the Neue Zürcher Nachrichten, Uwe Sellmer, a specialist in the financial sector, explained how the SNC token differs from speculative cryptocurrencies: it will serve as a regulated payment, access and loyalty instrument integrated into the SFG Group’s services, rather than merely being an object of speculation. Specifically, users within the network can pay for media apps, private jet flights, yachts, cars, AI products and domains, amongst other things, and benefit from loyalty programmes. This practical range of applications is a key feature of the RWA project, as many competitors offer only a vague ‘vision of the future’ without any tangible benefits.
Transparency, Audit and Compliance
The developers have ensured that the SNC SCANDIC Coin meets the requirements of regulatory oversight and strict compliance. The smart contract was audited by CertiK https://skynet.certik.com/projects/scandic-coin: according to the public Skynet report dated 2 March 2026, the SNC Scandic Coin has no critical vulnerabilities. The project has a KYC-KYB and anti-money laundering (AML) system, which is contractually managed by the data and credit service provider CRIF, which also certifies ESG certificates, thereby emphasising sustainable practices. A multi-layered AML risk management system underscores the commitment to creating a trustworthy product.
A broad ecosystem rather than a standalone product
The SNC Scandic Coin is not viewed in isolation, but as part of a broad Scandic ecosystem. The official website lists numerous divisions – such as SNC Scandic Fly, SNC Scandic Pay, Scandic Cars, SNC Scandic Estate, SNC Scandic DEV, SNC Scandic SEC, SNC Scandic Domains and SNC Scandic Yachts. These divisions are intended to use the coin as a common means of payment and deploy it for various RWA (Real-World Asset) services. According to Sellmer, the Legier Group publishing network – which comprises over 115 globally active daily newspapers across all continents offering 24/7 breaking news and its own news app – will provide media coverage.
Value proposition and fee model
From the user’s perspective, the SNC Coin offers several advantages: real-world utility through integration with specific services, low fees and fast processing thanks to optimised smart contract technology, an integrated ecosystem combining travel, property, brokerage services and lifestyle offerings, as well as a transparent structure with a fixed token supply and traceable distribution. The FAQ explains that the coin supports payments, access levels, rewards and ecosystem functions. Digital assets and data are secured using decentralised storage methods and institutional cold wallets, and for maximum security, the extensive SNC development team recommends the use of hardware wallets and, to safeguard every token holder, relies among other things on a vesting period for SNC Coins, which further ensures that the legal regulations of the supervisory authorities are fully complied with.
Tokenomics: Limited supply and clear allocation
The comprehensive white paper (210 A4 pages) and the website provide insight into the token economy. The total supply of SNC is capped at one billion tokens. According to the tokenomics model, the launch price is set at 0.02 EUR. A detailed schedule governs when these tokens will be released. The valuation at launch amounts to 20 million US dollars; according to the project description, this is not a legal commitment regarding the value of the token, but rather reflects assumptions regarding supply, market launch and development. Furthermore, the technical requirements for staking the SNC Scandic Coin have already been established in this context.
Milestones and Timeline
The roadmap focuses on transparency and stages: the foundation phase and development, including the audit, have been completed. Next up is the Token Generation Event (TGE); this will be followed by integration steps with partner services before the SNC Scandic Coin finally scales globally. An FAQ section notes that the SNC Coin is currently still in the preparatory phase and no live mainnet token is available; trading will commence shortly after the mainnet launch on a major centralised exchange (BitMart) and other major exchanges. Those interested should monitor the official channels, as exact launch dates will only be published https://x.com/SCANDICCOINECO.
Assessment and Outlook
Uwe Sellmer emphasises that “SNC” stands for S: Security/Synergy, N: Network and C: Community, and represents Scandinavian values such as transparency and modern design. The combination of real-world utility, limited supply, regulatory clarity and a comprehensive ecosystem sets the coin apart from many crypto projects where speculative hype takes centre stage. However, in accordance with legal requirements, the project highlights risks in its FAQs: Digital assets carry technical, market, liquidity, regulatory and execution risks, and interested parties should refer to official risk disclosures and the launch documentation.
In this context, the SNC Scandic Coin has potential to become a milestone in the fintech sector; however, as is always the case in any business, this depends not only on the technology and marketing, but also on the acceptance of the token.
Imprint of SNC Scandic Coin
https://snccoin.dev/en/imprint
About NEUE ZÜRICHER NACHRICHTEN
Founded in Zurich in 1904, the “Neue Zürcher Nachrichten” (“NZN”) is a Swiss daily newspaper known for its liberal-conservative perspective and commitment to high-quality journalism. Published around the clock in six languages, NZN covers Swiss, European, and global news, with a strong focus on in-depth analysis, background reporting, and opinion coverage. Through its ongoing digital expansion, NZN continues to provide reliable and diverse news coverage to a broad international audience.
Contact
Mr
Fadri Baumann
NEUE ZÜRCHER NACHRICHTEN
info@NeueZuercherNachrichten.com
+41447979985

Zug, Switzerland, May 12th, 2026, Chainwire
Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd., an affiliate of the Bitcoin Suisse Group, has received a Class F license under Bermuda’s Digital Asset Business Act and Class B registration approval under the Investment Business Act from the Bermuda Monetary Authority, authorising regulated digital asset management and investment advisory services for professional and institutional clients.
The Bitcoin Suisse Group today announced that its affiliate Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd. has obtained a Class F digital asset business license under Bermuda’s Digital Asset Business Act and Class B registration under the Investment Business Act 2003 from the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA). The approval has been granted on a pre‑operational basis, subject to the completion of customary conditions prior to commencing regulated digital asset management and investment advisory services for professional and institutional clients.
The BMA’s approval marks a significant step in Bitcoin Suisse’s international expansion. Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd. now has the regulatory foundation to provide investment advisory and asset management services to professional and institutional clients outside Switzerland through a dedicated entity.
“Institutional investors increasingly recognize digital assets as a permanent part of their portfolios. What they need is a partner who combines deep crypto-native expertise with the governance and regulatory standards they expect from traditional financial services. The BMA approvals mark an important step in Bitcoin Suisse’s transition towards a global wealth management platform and allow us to be exactly that partner for clients internationally.” – Andrej Majcen, Co-Founder and Group CEO of Bitcoin Suisse.
Regulated Investment Advisory and Asset Management
Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd. is domiciled in Hamilton, Bermuda, and is fully owned by BTCS Holding Ltd., the group’s holding entity. The DABA license covers the provision of regulated digital asset business services, while the IBA registration enables the entity to provide investment advisory and discretionary portfolio management. The entity will serve professional and institutional clients with a suite of services spanning investment advisory, discretionary portfolio management mandates, and proprietary investment strategies. Clients may fund mandates in Bitcoin, stablecoins, or fiat currency.
The entity operates on a non-custodial basis and relies on regulated custodial providers and partner banks to deliver institutional-grade security. An experienced CIO Office and dedicated research function underpin all investment decisions, drawing on Bitcoin Suisse’s proprietary Crypto Analysis Framework and its Global Crypto Taxonomy – a classification system covering approximately 600 digital assets across six sectors, developed over more than a decade of crypto-native research.
Bermuda: A Premier Jurisdiction for Regulated Digital Asset Services
Bermuda has established itself as one of the world’s leading jurisdictions for digital assets, having introduced the Digital Asset Business Act in 2018 as one of the first comprehensive frameworks of its kind. The granting of both a DABA license and an IBA registration to Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd. reflects the group’s compliance infrastructure, governance standards, and operational maturity.
Part of a Broader Global Regulatory Rollout
The presence in Bermuda complements Bitcoin Suisse’s existing international footprint. The group already holds an In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), reflecting its commitment to serving clients across the Middle East under a regulated framework. Together, these milestones underline Bitcoin Suisse’s ambition to bring its native crypto expertise to professional and institutional clients across multiple jurisdictions, including (U)HNWIs, family offices, external asset managers, and corporate counterparties.
About Bitcoin Suisse AG
Bitcoin Suisse AG is a leading premium crypto financial services provider. Founded in 2013 by crypto-native experts, it provides a cohesive suite of trading, custody, staking and lending services for institutional clients, crypto foundations, family offices, asset managers and high-net-worth individuals. Bitcoin Suisse is headquartered in Zug and has built a team of over 200 highly qualified experts in Switzerland, Europe and the Middle East. www.bitcoinsuisse.com
Contact
Lukas Mettler
Bitcoin Suisse
l.mettler@bitcoinsuisse.com

Zug, Switzerland, May 12th, 2026, Chainwire
As part of a broader initiative to expand access to essential banking infrastructure across Africa, Cantor8 has revealed plans to bring leading mobile money systems such as M-PESA and EVC Plus onchain via Yiksi Limited.
Cantor8 has secured exclusive MOUs with Yiksi Limited, outlining plans to bring leading mobile money systems onchain and enable direct digital money services-to-crypto conversion via blockchain rails.
Through its partnership with Taran App, a leading African fintech platform, and Yiksi, Taran App’s cryptocurrency exchange, Cantor8 will leverage Taran App’s infrastructure to bring two of Africa’s most widely used forms of mobile money on-chain via the Canton Network.
The partnership serves as a crucial pilot for a broader rollout across additional African nations and mobile money ecosystems, demonstrating how onchain digital money infrastructure can scale across the continent.
Mobile Money Infrastructure and Blockchain Integration
Limited banking infrastructure in regions like Kenya and Somalia has led to the widespread adoption of mobile money systems like M-PESA and EVC Plus.
These platforms are vital for financial inclusion and economic activity in mobile-first ecosystems where traditional bank penetration, around 15% in Somalia, remains low due to physical and documentation barriers.
Migrating these systems to blockchain networks like the Canton offers a significant opportunity to enhance interoperability, settlement efficiency, and global connectivity. This evolution, in turn, provides users with a fully integrated digital financial system that bypasses conventional infrastructure.
Despite access challenges, ongoing innovation in digital onboarding continues to reduce barriers, scaling payments and remittances across these emerging markets.
The Need for Digital Money in African Economies
To understand the impact of digital money and mobile-based transfer systems like M-PESA and EVC Plus, it helps to first understand the regions in which they operate and have seen widespread adoption.
At the core, three key factors have driven the success of these systems in emerging economies like Somalia and Kenya:
Limited-to-non-existent access to reliable banking infrastructure.
A high degree of mobile phone access and competence.
Unworkable local currencies.
The Banking Gap
Since 1991, Somalia has transitioned into a mobile-first economy led by services like EVC Plus, filling the void left by a sparse traditional banking sector. According to the US State Department’s 2025 Investment Climate Statement, formal banking penetration sits at just 15% due to branch scarcity and rigid ID requirements.
Cantor8 aims to bridge this gap by integrating secure digital infrastructure and modernizing mobile connectivity.
The firm is targeting similar inclusion gaps in Kenya, where M-PESA dominates but rural barriers persist. By deploying mobile-first technology, Cantor8 intends to scale financial access and integrate these emerging markets into a cohesive digital ecosystem.
Nonviable Local Currencies
Somalia and Kenya are increasingly pivoting toward mobile-first financial systems to navigate structural economic challenges.
In Somalia, decades of central banking limitations and counterfeit Somali Shilling (SOS) circulation have driven a market shift toward the US Dollar and mobile money for stability.
Kenya’s Shilling (KES) remains more integrated into global markets, though its debt profile reflects heavy infrastructure investment. Despite macroeconomic pressures, Kenya continues to lead in digital innovation, utilizing mobile platforms to deepen economic participation.
Together, both nations demonstrate a move away from physical cash toward digital foundations, clearly setting the stage for next-generation payment infrastructure and improved fiscal stability across East Africa.
Mobile-Native Populations
Somalia and Kenya are cementing their status as mobile-first economies as cellular connectivity outpaces traditional banking growth. Somalia’s mobile penetration has reached nearly 60%, with 11.5 million connections growing at a 7% annual clip, driving widespread adoption of digital finance.
Kenya’s ecosystem is even more saturated; as of late 2025, SIM subscriptions hit 78.4 million (a 149.5% penetration rate). This high density of roughly 1.5 SIMs per person underscores the central role of telecoms in regional commerce.
Together, these metrics provide a robust foundation for next-generation digital payment infrastructure across East Africa’s most connected populations.
The Rise of Digital Money
The aforementioned factors create the perfect conditions for a financial system that is (a) denoted in USD, (b) immediately accessible through mobile devices, and (c) provides similar functionality to bank accounts, to flourish.
Digital money system, EVC Plus (operated by Hormuud Telecom) is now the backbone of Somalia’s economy. Mobile money adoption in Somalia is among the highest in the world, with over 87% of the population using mobile money services.
For additional context, Hormuud currently serves nearly 5 million users, the vast majority of which use EVC Plus for daily transactions.
Similarly, as of 2025, a staggering 85% of Kenyan adults had access to financial services through digital platforms like M-PESA. Indeed, several estimates put M-PESA’s share of mobile money transaction value in Kenya at well over 90%.
Enter Canton Network & Cantor8
By leveraging Cantor8’s cutting edge infrastructure components, such as its C8 Registry token issuance engine, mobile money systems like M-PESA and EVC Plus can be brought directly onto blockchain rails – Canton Network specifically.
In doing so, said mobile money gains access to both the advantages brought by blockchain generally, and those that only Canton Network can deliver.
Instant Settlement
Blockchain rails are able to provide atomic settlement on transactions, meaning transfers and other actions are settled instantly, all in one single transaction. This entirely eliminates the aforementioned ‘in-transit’ risk and dramatically reduces the operational burden placed on mobile money providers.
No settlement gap. No extractive middlemen. More efficient money.
Compliant Privacy
While public blockchains like Ethereum and Solana expose all historical transaction data, the Canton Network provides a privacy-focused alternative essential for regulated industries like banking. Built to shield sensitive details, including counterparties, balances, and timing, Canton ensures transaction data remains confidential.
To meet compliance standards, the network generates tamper-proof audit trails accessible only to authorized regulators and auditors. Integrating M-PESA and EVC Plus onto Canton’s rails allows users to maintain total financial privacy while enabling seamless, foolproof oversight for authorities.
Interoperability
Canton operates a so-called ‘network-of-networks’ where differing institutions operate and maintain their own blockchain ledgers, ensuring privacy is maintained, while the network’s key interoperability component (The Global Synchronizer) allows for these separate networks to interact seamlessly.
In the case of mobile money, users will be able to put their funds to use in different countries and at different merchants, without undertaking lengthy and high-risk conversation processes.
Banking Africa
Through an interoperable system of mobile money platforms, users will be able to leverage the stability of the US Dollar, seamlessly use and transfer their funds across borders, and much more.
The end goal of Cantor8’s initiative is to create a seamless pan-African payments system that remedies inequalities around banking infrastructure and creates a more interconnected and efficient African economy. This is just the beginning.
About Cantor8
Cantor8 is the leading infrastructure provider for the Canton Network ecosystem. Founded and operated by Oxbridge alumni, exited founders, and best-in-class DAML developers, Cantor8’s product suite spans self-custody wallet solutions, private transfer infrastructure, compliant token issuance, bespoke development services, and much more besides.
If you are interested in speaking with us, users can reach out to reni@cantor8.tech.
Contact
Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer
Reni Achkar
Cantor8
reni@cantor8.tech
+12202639520

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