Cartesi(CTSI)

South Bend, Indiana, 23rd February, 2023, ChainwireSIMBA Chain, the builder of Blocks, an enterprise-grade platform that abstracts the complexities of blockchain development to make the innovative technology more accessible across multiple blockchains and services, today announces the integration of Alitheon, the provider of FeaturePrint®, the machine-vision-based solution for authentication and traceability of physical goods. The go-to-market partnering agreement enables Alitheon to provide its customers with the ability to certify the authenticity and take ownership of digitized physical items using the blockchain-based FeaturePrint® system. SIMBA will extend Alitheon’s FeaturePrint to its own customer base, allowing them to first authenticate, and then trace, physical products through the entirety of their commercial lifecycle. FeaturePrint® allows for immediate authentication of an item using a smartphone using an advanced optical AI technology that digitizes items. SIMBA provides the infrastructure to enable the omnipresent tracking of real-world items through the blockchain by tying each physical item issued by a manufacturer to a unique NFT which acts as the item’s digital twin. From here, both the NFT and the item can be tracked from warehouse to customer to second-hand buyer and beyond, eliminating the possibility of replication, fraud or counterfeiting. Bryan Ritchie, CEO of SIMBA Chain, said: “The global gray and black market and counterfeiting industry has proven to be highly resistant to modern day technical solutions designed to curb the problem, while physical policing simply cannot match the scope and scale of the issue. By registering and digitizing physical items on the blockchain we can create an immutable public record of each item, and then follow its path from retailer to customer and beyond.” Using NFTs to represent physical items on the blockchain enables industrial materials like aircraft and automotive parts to be tracked in real-time through the supply chain, effectively eliminating risks associated with counterfeit parts or inadequate maintenance. Blockchain technology can also be used by diamond producers to confirm the quality and ethical sourcing of their precious stones using immutable data which proves the origin of the gemstones. SIMBA Chain provides governments and enterprises with interconnective blockchain-based solutions to address a number of areas, including supply chain management, financial accountability, medical data processing, and manufacturing lines. SIMBA recently ported the parts supply chain for Boeing’s F/A-18 combat aircraft onto its blockchain-based system, cutting time consuming paperwork costs by 40%, and reducing parts waste by 15%. In industries spanning aviation, automotive manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, luxury goods, and collectibles, counterfeiting and gray market activity poses an estimated $4.5 trillion annual challenge to brands and manufacturers. These activities have negative impacts on revenue, brand integrity, and, in some cases, the security and well-being of customers. The Alitheon SIMBA offering presents undeniable authentication of the physical item, coupled with an immutable ledger for storing ownership and other essential data. This ensures that any sales, upgrades, and maintenance activities are safely recorded for the entire lifespan of the item’s usage. The transparency and immutability provided by this solution surpasses current solutions, including certificates of authenticity, guaranteeing end-to-end verification and security for both the physical and digital aspects of the product that can’t be altered by anyone on the network. About SIMBA Chain Incubated at the University of Notre Dame in 2017, SIMBA Chain (short for Simple Blockchain Applications) provides a scalable enterprise platform that simplifies blockchain development. With fewer barriers to entry, companies can build secure, scalable, enterprise-grade solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing data systems. SIMBA implementations generate value for major government organizations, enterprises, and blockchain companies as a production-grade platform that enables public, private, or hybrid deployments. Visit simbachain.com to learn more. About Alitheon Alitheon® is a Bellevue, Washington-based leader in advanced optical AI and creator of FeaturePrint®, a patented system connecting the physical and digital worlds via a secure and immutable link. FeaturePrint digitizes for items and products, what fingerprints are for people – a one-of-a-kind, unique identifier that does not require you to mark, modify or add anything to the item. Using just a camera, FeaturePrinting enables authentication, identification, and traceability of individual items out of millions of similar objects. With FeaturePrint, counterfeits are avoided, misidentification of parts is eliminated, and the use of wrong products is minimized. FeaturePrint is currently used for numerous track, trace, and authentication purposes across automotive, pharmaceuticals, aerospace & defense, medical equipment, precious metals, and luxury goods & collectibles.ContactSimon [email protected]

Dubai, UAE, 22nd February, 2023, ChainwireThe SiGMA Eurasia expo in Dubai from March 13-16, 2023 will take place at the InterContinental Festival Arena. It provides attendees with opportunities to network with professionals in various industries, learn about the latest technology and innovations, connect with key decision-makers, and gain knowledge about new markets. Dubai is a prime location for business, innovation and entrepreneurship, due to its thriving business environment that blends opportunities from East and West. Major companies in the technology, gaming, affiliate and medical industries will be showcasing their products and services, including a Startup Village where delegates can evaluate new market players. The SiGMA Eurasia Dubai expo will also host three startup pitches where business owners can present their ideas to a panel of experts. Prior to the SiGMA Eurasia Dubai expo, the CPA Club International forum will host a meetup in collaboration with SiGMA, featuring Jordan Belfort, also known as The Wolf of Wall Street. The event will provide opportunities to network with influential individuals and decision-makers, including senior government officials and leading experts in the field, such as serial entrepreneur and investor Gary Vee, who will be speaking on three conference stages. Nightly networking drinks and dinners will take place, giving delegates the chance to meet and connect with each other, building lasting business relationships. The prestigious Gala Awards and the closing celebration are two of the most sought-after events, with the Gala Awards supporting the SiGMA Foundation and benefiting educational institutions in Africa. By bringing together top investors, suppliers, affiliates, startups, and operators, the event will give the audience the opportunity to form new collaborations and pursue business opportunities, including strategic alliances and joint ventures. Local government representatives will also be present, offering special opportunities for development and expansion. Learn, Network, Explore The agenda for the event is focused on thought-provoking conference sessions led by top-notch thought leaders, including this year's keynote speaker Gary Vee, a highly successful entrepreneur and investor. Throughout a series of panels and keynotes, a group of distinguished industry professionals, including Dr. Sara Al Madani, Josef Holm, and John Lee, will share their insights and spark debates on current business trends in areas such as esports, affiliate marketing, virtual reality, and Web3. They will assess the challenges and potential opportunities facing the MENA region. Panels will delve into a variety of topics, including the use of generative AI, the development of legal and regulatory frameworks for online gaming in the Middle East, the growth of cryptocurrency payments, and the role of Web3 in competitive gaming. For a complete overview of the SiGMA Eurasia agenda, check out the official website. If you're interested in exhibiting or sponsoring, find out how to be a part of the event's success on the website. ContactSigma [email protected]

Singapore, Singapore, 21st February, 2023, ChainwireCartesi (an application-specific rollup execution layer with a Linux runtime) has launched its Community Grants Program for developers looking for support to get their ideas off the ground, and for Web3 enthusiasts interested in helping shape Cartesi’s developing ecosystem. A community-driven program to fund a broad network of contributors, its goal is to help build and expand the Cartesi ecosystem. Reflecting a broader movement towards Cartesi’s decentralization, the Community Grants Program is a step forward in providing increased community involvement in the grants selection process. For developers who have an incredible idea, but need some extra help to get it off the ground, Cartesi’s Community Grants Program is not only about financial support. By harnessing the power of the Cartesi community, developers are also provided with invaluable technical and strategic advice to ensure the success of projects growing within the Cartesi ecosystem. With the Community Grants Program, developers can easily refine their proposal for funding their project with community feedback, strengthening its feasibility and potency. In addition to developers submitting their ideas, the Cartesi Foundation will periodically publish Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for projects that the Foundation believes are of particular relevance and impact to the ecosystem. The launch of the Cartesi Community Grants Program also ushers in a new governance function for Cartesi's token, CTSI. The Cartesi Foundation's decentralized ecosystem will use CTSI as a way for community members to signal approval or disapproval of grants that are proposed. With the Community Grants Program, the Cartesi community can influence what is being funded and built on Cartesi tech. It also allows the community to more easily connect with the builders in the Cartesi ecosystem, potentially even independently collaborating with any of the projects being built and funded. About Cartesi Cartesi Rollups is an application-specific execution layer that elevates simple smart contracts to decentralized Linux runtimes. It allows developers to launch highly scalable rollup chains, and code decentralized logic with their favorite languages and software components. Every DApp has its own high-performing rollup chain; No cannibalization of resources from other DApps in Cartesi’s ecosystem; No network gentrification; Enable an entirely new class of DApps that currently cannot run on EVM chains; Preserve the strong security guarantees of the underlying blockchain ContactKarmen [email protected]