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Unstoppable Domains’ Record-Breaking Hackathon Puts AI and Web3 in the Spotlight

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The largest Unstoppable hackathon in history saw over 1,162 blockchain and AI developers take part, with projects ranging from  chatbots to ad platforms and more than $187k awarded to winners exploring the untapped possibilities of Web3 and AI.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Unstoppable Domains, a pioneer in user-owned digital identity, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform, are thrilled to announce their global virtual hackathon for Web3 developers has reached a record-breaking 1,162 participants for the Unstoppable Hackathon. Hosted on Devpost.com, the event harnessed the collaborative power of AWS’s cloud computing capabilities and Unstoppable Domains’ blockchain-based digital identity solutions to tap opportunities within Web3 and AI.

“It’s amazing to see the level of innovation coming from our participants and the overwhelming interest the hackathon brought. It’s a testament to the power of AI and Web3 that so many developers are interested in exploring this intersection of technology,” said Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains. “The creativity and dedication of the developers in this hackathon was truly inspiring.”

This global virtual event highlighted the integration of AWS’s artificial intelligence stack, UD Resolution API, and UD Partner API to enhance the utility of Web3 domains and AWS cloud services. In total, there were 55 innovative project submissions, each pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with Unstoppable Domains and AWS technologies.

To recognize the exceptional talent and innovation displayed, a substantial prize pool of $187,000 was awarded across three prestigious categories. The quality of submissions underscores the growing momentum in Web3 and AI.

The list of winners is as follows:

AI-Driven Tooling

First Place: AdToken introduces a novel approach to blockchain advertising with its chain-agnostic, AI-powered platform. This transparent solution caters to both advertisers and affiliates, offering gas-free payments, on-chain reporting, and crowdfunded campaigns to enhance fairness and efficiency in digital advertising.Second Place: Web3-GPT leverages Large Language Models and AI Agents to simplify Unstoppable Domains resolution. This innovative tool employs an intuitive GPT-4 interface that allows users of all skill levels to engage with smart contract development and deployment through natural language prompts.

Resolution & User Experience

First Place: DomainGPT streamlines the user experience within the Unstoppable Domains ecosystem. This Telegram bot streamlines domain-related tasks by allowing users to effortlessly retrieve domain statistics and check availability with simple button clicks.Second Place: Receive.me reimagines digital identity management for the Web3 era. This comprehensive platform allows users to create a centralized digital profile, integrating Web3 naming services and popular social platforms to present a cohesive online presence.Third Place: Chums Chat demonstrates the potential for enhanced security in Web3 communications. This end-to-end encrypted messaging platform connects with the Matrix network to enable secure private and group messaging across various platforms within Web3.

Digital Identity

First Place: All.box revolutionizes the way users create and manage landing pages for tokenized domains. This innovative platform combines user-friendly design tools with generative AI for descriptions and images to enable effortless creation of custom web pages for tokenized .com domains.

“Participating in this hackathon has been an incredible experience,” said Han Zhou, CEO of NameMaxi,  the first place winner. “Not only did it allow us to explore the two areas we are most passionate about – AI and blockchain – but it also exposed the team to an amazing community of developers who are equally passionate about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. A lot of innovation has come out of this hackathon, and I think we’re going to see some powerful solutions get built very soon that combine the skills and knowledge gained from this event.”

The judging panel, comprised of AI and Web3 specialists from AWS such as Brad Feinstein (Head of Web3 – North America), Jean Farmer (Generative AI Solutions Architect, Amazon AGI), and Forrest Colyer (Senior Blockchain Specialist Solutions Architect), in addition to experts from Unstoppable Domains, including Sandy Carter (Chief Operating Officer), Lisa Seacat (Vice President of Engineering), Lisa Wojtaszcyk (Head of Marketing), Andrew Wilkinson (Support and Community Team Manager), and Mike Standing (Community Manager) — evaluating submissions based on five critical factors: Creativity and Innovation, User Experience and Design, Technical Execution and Implementation, Impact and Relevance, and Commercial Viability.

Each of the winning projects showcased novel applications of AWS services and Unstoppable Domains’ APIs, providing impressive user experiences and revealing the potential for real-world impact by combining Web3 and AI technologies.

About Unstoppable Domains

Founded in 2018, Unstoppable Domains is at the forefront of user-owned digital identity, offering onchain domains that provide full ownership and control over digital identities without renewal fees. These domains enable users to replace complex wallet addresses with human-readable names and facilitate seamless interactions across a wide array of apps, wallets, and platforms.

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CSharpCorner Announces 2025 Industry-Leading Conference Lineup to Drive Education and Innovation in Software Development

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CSharpCorner, the world’s premier developer community, is excited to announce its 2025 lineup of industry-leading conferences, addressing the growing demand for events that drive education, networking, and innovation in all areas of software development, including Web3 and AI. These conferences, attended by hundreds of thousands annually, continue to provide valuable opportunities for developers to Learn, Earn, and Grow.

CSharpCorner’s 2025 calendar offers a dynamic mix of virtual and in-person events, providing cutting-edge content, career growth opportunities, and networking with industry experts to support a thriving developer ecosystem.

2025 Conference Lineup:

March: .NET Virtual Conference. A premier event showcasing the latest advancements in .NET technologies, tools, and frameworks to help developers stay at the forefront of innovation.May: Modern Database Conference. Focused on modern database systems, this conference covers trends, solutions, and best practices for efficiently managing data.June: Code Quality Conference. Dedicated to improving software quality, the event explores techniques, tools, and methodologies to write cleaner, more efficient, and maintainable code.July: Cloud Summit. A comprehensive summit covering the major cloud platforms—Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud—helping developers build, scale, and deploy cloud-based solutions.August: Software Architecture Conference – A deep dive into the principles, strategies, and best practices of software architecture, empowering developers to design scalable and robust systems.October: Action AI Conference & BCrypt Conference. The Action AI Conference highlights the latest breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, while the BCrypt Conference focuses on Web3 technologies, blockchain, and decentralized solutions.November: Frontend Days – Angular, React, Vue, and Blazor. A must-attend event for frontend developers to explore trends, frameworks, and tools in building dynamic and engaging user interfaces.December: Growth Mindset Conference. Designed to inspire and motivate, this event focuses on personal and professional development to help developers thrive in their careers and embrace a growth mindset.

“At CSharp, our mission is to empower developers by offering platforms where they can access cutting-edge content, connect with like-minded professionals, and advance their careers,” said Mahesh Chand, founder & CEO of CSharpCorner. “Our 2025 conferences are designed to meet the evolving needs of the developer community, driving innovation in areas like Web3, AI, cloud computing, and software architecture.”

CSharpCorner plays a pivotal role in supporting developers worldwide, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing technology landscape.

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Nest Partners with Dinari to Deliver Real World Yield Through First Tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume

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NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nest, the flagship RWA staking protocol exclusive to Plume Network, today announced the first tokenized Blackstone ETF vault through its partnership with Dinari. Nest’s new permissionless vault features the Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, and will deliver real world yields to DeFi users once the vault is launched on Plume mainnet. This announcement marks a significant expansion of Dinari’s long-term partnership with Plume, as the established tokenization platform brings institutional-grade assets into the rapidly growing Plume ecosystem.

The first tokenized Blackstone ETF on Plume Network joins Nest’s suite of yield-generating solutions, which includes the Treasuries Vault for professional firms and the High Yield Vault for growth-focused strategies.

“By launching this first-ever tokenized Blackstone ETF vault, we’re creating new opportunities for users to access institutional yields,” said Teddy Pornprinya, Co-founder at Plume. “Our partnership with Dinari transforms traditionally exclusive products into accessible opportunities through permissionless infrastructure.”

Through this latest vault, users who stake stablecoins into a vault on Nest receive yield tokens that appreciate in value as SRLN.d, Dinari’s tokenized version of the SPDR Blackstone Senior Loan ETF, generates returns. The ETF provides strong downside protection through floating rate yields indexed to SOFR (Secured Overnight Financing Rate).

The vault benefits from SRLN.d’s key features: competitive yields with automatic dividend accrual and reinvestment, full backing by the underlying Blackstone ETF, and guaranteed 1:1 USDC redemption. Blackstone oversees the management of the underlying assets, while Alpaca Securities provides brokerage services for asset transactions.

The floating rate structure provides natural protection against interest rate fluctuations. Blackstone’s ETF is included in a variety of vaults on Nest, where it provides the base level stability and yield. It’s paired with liquidity from yield-bearing stablecoin protocols Mountain and M^0, serving both retail users and liquidity providers.

Nest’s infrastructure has been secured by multiple firms. The protocol’s smart contracts have been audited by SlowMist, while Trail of Bits and Zellic have audited the broader protocol infrastructure. All Nest vaults, including this latest offering, are assessed by institutional risk manager Cicada Partners.

The integration of Dinari’s Blackstone ETF products marks only the beginning of a longstanding collaboration between Nest and Dinari. Future plans include deeper integration through shared global neobank initiatives and expanded access to highly liquid, yield-bearing assets, all powered by Plume’s infrastructure.

This growing partnership will continue to bring institutional-grade investment opportunities to Plume’s expanding ecosystem of protocols and users.

About Nest
Nest is a flagship staking protocol for users to earn RWA yield on their stablecoins. Designed to be a precisionless way for global users to deposit into vaults, the protocol lets fund managers, issuers, and RWA protocols create their own structured offerings. Audited by Trail of Bits and Zellic, Nest leverages Plume’s unique infrastructure to let its global user base participate in traditionally limited asset classes. For more information, visit https://nest.credit and https://x.com/NestCredit

About Dinari
Dinari is at the forefront of delivering innovative digital economy solutions, empowering individuals and organizations alike. With a steadfast commitment to transparency and accessibility, Dinari specializes in blockchain-based offerings, including the pioneering Dinari Securities-Backed Tokens (dShares), ensuring direct exposure to globally esteemed assets with unequivocal 1:1 backing. For more information, visit https://dinari.com

About Plume Network
Plume is the first fully integrated L1 modular blockchain focused on RWAfi, offering a composable, EVM-compatible environment for onboarding and managing diverse real-world assets. With 180+ projects on its private devnet, Plume provides an end-to-end tokenization engine and a network of financial infrastructure partners, simplifying asset onboarding and enabling seamless DeFi integration for RWAs. For more information, visit https://plumenetwork.xyz

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Strictly Money Launches Crowdcube Campaign, Inviting European Investors to Fuel its Growth Journey

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LONDON, Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Strictly Money Ltd, the London-based fintech, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube to invite European investors to fuel its next phase of growth. Crowdcube, Europe’s largest private market investment platform, has powered success stories like Revolut, Qonto, and Monzo. Regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Crowdcube provides a trusted and innovative platform for investors to participate in transformative ventures.

Strictly Money’s primary objective with this campaign is to accelerate its growth, fuel product development, and expand its shareholder base. The funding will enable Strictly Money to launch its payment card and banking app in early 2025 and to strengthen its market presence in Scandinavia, the UK, and Ireland. The company plans to introduce hedge fund returns products, broadening investment options for consumers by the end of 2025.

Discover how you can be part of Strictly Money’s growth journey by visiting our Crowdcube campaign at https://crowdcube.getstrictlymoney.com.

Will Povey, CEO and Co-Founder of Strictly Money, said: “At Strictly Money, our vision is to empower everyday investors with access to wealth-building tools and opportunities that were previously reserved for high-net-worth individuals. With this crowdfunding campaign, we aim to bring together a diverse community of investors who share our passion for financial innovation and inclusivity. This funding will not only help us launch our innovative debit card and app but also drive the development of new products that deliver real value to our users.”

About Strictly Money:

Strictly Money is a UK-based financial technology company set to launch a debit card and a cutting-edge banking app in early 2025. The company aims to democratize access to high-performing hedge fund returns, providing innovative investment strategies and financial solutions tailored to investors, savers, and entrepreneurs. Strictly Money’s mission is to open up premium investment opportunities traditionally limited to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). For more information, visit https://strictly-money.com.

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Mary Prendergast
Email: ir@getstrictlymoney.com 

Important Notice: 

Investing in startups and early-stage businesses involves risks, including illiquidity, lack of dividends, loss of investment and dilution. It should be done only as part of a diversified portfolio. Crowdcube is targeted exclusively at investors who are sufficiently sophisticated to understand these risks and make their own investment decisions. Please read the full Risk Warning on Crowdcube’s website before deciding to invest.

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