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Day two of the Cardano Summit 2024 wrapped up, and we wanted to share a quick recap of all that happened!Day two of the <a href="https://150bondcom.tinyemails.com/c/eyJ1Ijo1NzgzMiwibSI6MzA1NjI1MjU3LCJsIjoxNDcwMjE3fQ.d4KeI7vB91Jj4afpYVG8gze1mY8_0e8QZgw7UpO5XkA.html">Cardano Summit 2024</a> focused on adoption, infrastructure and education, with Cardano Foundation’s CTO, Giorgio Zinetti taking the stage. He provided an overview of Cardano’s technological roadmap. From the Byron phase to the age of Voltaire, he explained how each phase of Cardano informs the future direction of Cardano. Zinetti also discussed ongoing research topics, including quantum resistance, post-quantum enhancements, and computation/data availability segregation.Giorgio's opening remarks were followed by a panel titled “From Concept to Reality: Charting the Course for Decentralised IDs.” The discussion emphasized how personal identity can be securely managed on blockchain. Jason Jian, CBO of CertiK, highlighted the impact of decentralized identity on the health sector, while Lance Byrd, Co-Founder of Verifiable Legal Entity Identifier, outlined its transformation of the supply chain, emphasizing the essential role of trust in every transaction.On a panel moderated by CNBC’s May Ben Khadra, panelists discussed the future of blockchain sustainability. Alexis Pappas, CIO of GuildOne, highlighted the potential for carbon emission data to transition on-chain and be automatically mitigated. While Maher Al Kaabi, Advisor to Alserkal Group Chairman and Independent Board Member, highlighted that regulators need a deep understanding of the technology to avoid stifling innovation, with all panelists agreeing on the importance of global regulatory harmony for blockchain technology.On a panel moderated by Cointelegraph’s Gareth Jenkinson, speakers affirmed how open-source drives blockchain progress through transparency and collective problem-solving. Christina Gianelloni, COO of Blink Labs, noted that open-source is a natural fit for blockchain, with community contributions pushing the industry forward. Yevheniia Broshevan, Co-Founder of Hacken, added that in such a young industry, open source is key to gaining essential knowledge.Next, a Masterclass presented by UNDPEurasia and Switzerland4UNHCR described the many compelling ways blockchain could support development and refugees. Robin Hellman, Project Manager and Consultant of Stahlo/Disruptive Elements discussed the opportunities offered by the Cardano ecosystem to ensure transparent, SDG-compliant, and impact-driven distribution of funds.The session, titled “Unlocking the Future: Transparent and Efficient Decentralized Treasury Management,” saw Henri Arslanian, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Nine Blocks Capital Management and CNBC Arabia Contributor, moderate a compelling discussion on transparent and efficient treasury management. On it, Amandeep, Growth Lead at DAOstar discussed sustainable governance models, explaining that decentralization must prioritize transparency and community involvement to ensure long-term success.Edan Yago, CEO and Co-Founder of BitcoinOS, discussed the future of cross-border finance and announced the company’s work to extend the benefits of Bitcoin’s $1.3 trillion in capital to Cardano DeFi users without intermediaries. Edan stated, “We are thrilled to reach this milestone with near-trustless BTC in one of the most distributed blockchains in the industry.” He continued, “This collaboration has the potential to unlock new cross-chain capabilities and further strengthen Cardano’s interoperability, granting Cardano users, projects, and developers secure, trustless access to the Bitcoin ecosystem.”Next, Omar Bawa, Co-founder and COO of Goodwall, announced Goodwall’s third Global Impact Challenge, in partnership with the Cardano Foundation and NMKR for the challenge Art Beyond Borders. This initiative showcases the work of 25 talented young artists from across the globe, offering them a platform to showcase their creativity while supporting meaningful causes, specifically the support of displaced people through an impact-staking partnership with UNHCR.In the panel “Fueling the Disruptive Innovation of Web3 through Fundraising and Acceleration,” panelists discussed how strategic collaborations between established blockchain entities and forward-looking venture capital firms can drive sustainable growth in the Web3 space. Nikkil Joshi of EMURGO emphasized the need to build a comprehensive financial stack that includes a wide range of projects with a focus on real-world use cases. Saurish Basu of McKinsey &amp; Co, added that the next major breakthrough will be the tokenization of intangibles.Mathew Vaerwyck, Systems Engineer at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, explained how AI and emerging technologies are transforming mission design. NASA uses AI to streamline space flight applications, reduce costs, and improve efficiency, while Cardano's blockchain enhances real-time part tracking. The goal is to integrate AI and blockchain to accelerate research and mission timelines.In the final presentation, Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard discussed how combining emerging technologies like AI and blockchain can help solve the world’s most complex problems. He emphasized that while the full potential of blockchain is still unknown, expanding our understanding of it will unlock new possibilities. Gregaard highlighted the importance of education in the blockchain space, noting that it fosters questions and ideas that will drive the ecosystem’s growth. By learning and collaborating, we can enable industries and society to thrive in ways once thought impossible.Following the final day of the summit, The Cardano Foundation hosted a gala dinner where attendees, key contributors and fans of the Cardano ecosystem celebrated the final night of the Cardano Summit 2024.&nbsp;We had the pleasure of inviting key members of our network such as Intersect, EMURGO and Goodwall to announce the winners of the Cardano Summit Awards 2024 – the takehome winners were as follows:Best infrastructure platform: NMKRBest DAO tooling and governance: MinswapBest blockchain for good: EmpowaBest innovation and standards: Anastasia LabsBest NFT and digital collectibles: HoskyBest developer and tooling: AikenBest DEX: MinswapBest DeFi platform: FluidTokensBest SSPO: Vietnam Cardano CommunityBest ambassador: Ha NguyenBest educational influencer: Cardano WhaleFinally, we announced the winners of the “Battle of the Builders,” the competition for early-stage Cardano startups who were given the opportunity to speak to industry experts and potential investors. After a tough competition, the panel of judges were able to narrow it down to four key startups – Landano, DeltaDefi, Althea Analytics and Socious with Landano taking home the first prize.&nbsp;Thank you to everyone who joined us both in-person in Dubai and virtually all over the world. An even bigger thank you to our sponsors and media partners who we couldn’t have made this possible without. We’re excited to share what we have in store for Cardano Foundation events in 2025 – stay tuned, we’ll see you soon!

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Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, recently reacted humorously to a new gaming project within Project Catalyst, a platform for community-driven innovation. The proposal, submitted by Pierre Aceituno, outlines the development of “Herd,” a decentralized music and DJ battle game that combines blockchain, NFTs, and community governance.
<h2 id="h-herd-s-core-features-blockchain-nfts-and-dj-battles">Herd’s Core Features: Blockchain, NFTs, and DJ Battles</h2>
Herd aims to bring DJ battles into the blockchain world, allowing players to mix sound packs in real-time while competing against each other or AI opponents. These DJ battles are streamed live on Twitch, where users can earn rewards through active participation. 
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The game heavily integrates NFTs, enabling artists to create and sell sound packs while earning royalties from both in-game purchases and secondary market sales. This system could create new and sustainable revenue streams for musicians and sound creators.
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Romain Pellerin, the CTO of Input Output, recently shared the ambitious proposal on social media. In response, Hoskinson posted a gif with the caption, “He’s gone mad with power,” humorously referencing the boldness of Aceituno’s vision for Herd. The light-hearted exchange highlighted the potential excitement surrounding this innovative project.
<h2 id="h-herd-s-dual-token-economy-and-dao-plans">Herd’s Dual-Token Economy and DAO Plans</h2>
The game will operate using a dual-token economy. A stable utility token will be used for purchasing in-game assets and entering tournaments. Meanwhile, a governance token will allow players to vote on decisions regarding treasury allocation and future game development. Herd also plans to establish a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) in Japan. 
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This DAO will manage intellectual property, oversee project development, and handle treasury operations, ensuring sustainability and rewards to creators. Moreover, the Herd project plans to partner with several community initiatives, including HOSKY Token and NMKR, to increase visibility and drive early adoption. It will also integrate with the Paima Engine to enable smooth blockchain interactions. 
Herd’s NFT management will depend on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fxcryptonews.com/charles-hoskinson-midnight-development-progressing-as-planned/">Midnight’s technology</a>, with the project set to launch once the Midnight mainnet goes live. However, the team has a backup plan to launch on the Cardano mainnet if necessary.
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Charles Hoskinson Amused by Herd's Ambitious Blockchain Vision

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								Cardano has marked a significant legal milestone in Argentina with the signing of what is described as the first legally and judicially enforceable contract on the ADA blockchain network, fully compliant with Argentine law. On October 8, Cardano ambassador and <a href="https://bitcoinist.com/cardano-completes-crucial-vote-icc/" target="_blank">Interim Constitutional Committee (ICC)</a> member Mauro Andreoli <a href="https://x.com/MauroAndreoliA/status/1843732654111244561" target="_blank">announced</a> via X (formerly Twitter) that he and fellow ADA ambassador and Token Allies co-founder Lucas Macchiavelli have formalized a loan agreement using the Cardano network.
“We did it, we have just signed the first legally and judicially enforceable contract on the Cardano network, in full compliance with the laws of the Argentine Republic. What does this mean? It means that, thanks to the legal framework provided and the process carried out, any breach can be enforced in court for the performance of the obligation in ADA,” Andreoli remarked.
<h2>Cardano Adoption In Argentina</h2>
The contract entails a loan of 10,000 ADA, payable in four months with an interest rate of 10%. The transaction is notarized with its transaction ID, providing verifiable proof on the blockchain. Andreoli noted that the legal document includes critical details such as the network specification, wallet addresses, and the transaction ID of the loan agreement.
“This establishes evidence and streamlines procedural steps, marking the initial phase of creating favorable jurisprudence in the country and facilitating commercial transactions,” Andreoli stated. He added that this development serves as a precursor for future legal smart contracts, laying the groundwork and strengthening the system.
Andreoli emphasized the importance of educating the judiciary on blockchain technology but expressed confidence in the existing legal framework. “We have a robust legal framework for contracts based on the Argentine Civil and Commercial Code and Presidential Decree 70/23 issued by <a href="https://bitcoinist.com/cardano-founder-hails-argentina-president-perfect/" target="_blank">President Milei</a>,” he said. While he could not share the full contract due to sensitive personal information, he indicated that this approach could be applied to various legal transactions, such as property rentals and purchase agreements.
He also highlighted that this structure could benefit companies within the ADA ecosystem, including NMKR, Emurgo, Lagon, and PALM Economy, by enabling them to legally structure their businesses using the Cardano network. “These organizations can leverage the results and advantages of this development, ensuring a solid legal framework for their commercial activities,” Andreoli mentioned.
The Cardano Foundation acknowledged the achievement, commenting via X: “Fantastic work, Mauro Andreoli! Your dedication and hard work for the Cardano community never go unnoticed. Keep it up!”
This development comes ahead of Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s scheduled visit to Argentina for the Cardano Summit 2024 in Buenos Aires later this month. Hoskinson is set to meet with Argentine President Javier Milei on October 19 at Tech Forum Argentina to <a href="https://bitcoinist.com/argentina-says-yes-to-cardano-wil-ada-hit-0-50/" target="_blank">discuss</a> the future of blockchain technology and the cryptocurrency economy.
At press time, ADA traded at $0.3368.
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Real World Assets (RWAs) are emerging as a hot topic and a potentially strong narrative for this bull run, with major backers like BlackRock driving interest in the space. By bringing tangible assets into the digital realm, RWAs could reshape the way investors manage value, offering new opportunities within decentralized finance. This article will delve into RWAs, their benefits, on-chain gold coming to Cardano, and more.<img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy"><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">What is RWA?</h2>Real World Assets (RWAs) are tangible, physical assets such as real estate, commodities, or bonds, that are digitally represented on the blockchain through tokenization. This process involves creating a digital token that represents the ownership or value of a real-world asset. Tokenizing RWAs enables the integration of these assets into the blockchain ecosystem, transforming the way they are stored, tracked, and transferred. Unlike cryptocurrencies, which are purely digital, RWAs are backed by tangible assets in the real world, linking the digital space with real-world economies.Tokenized RWAs maintain all the legal rights and ownership claims of the physical assets, which are reflected in the smart contracts governing their digital counterpart. This digitization process unlocks the potential for automated asset management and seamless integration with decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. The immutable nature of blockchain ensures that ownership and transaction history can be securely tracked, providing a new level of transparency and security for managing these assets.<img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy"><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Benefits of RWAs</h2>Tokenizing Real World Assets (RWAs) streamlines asset management by reducing the need for intermediaries and cutting transaction costs. It also enhances global accessibility, allowing users to access previously illiquid markets. Traceability is another key advantage, as blockchain technology provides a transparent, immutable record of all transactions, reducing fraud and improving compliance. Additionally, RWAs bring liquidity to traditionally illiquid assets like real estate or commodities, allowing fractional ownership and faster settlement times. This opens up new opportunities for investors seeking diversification and risk management strategies through stable, real-world value on the blockchain.<img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy"><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Tokenized Gold on Cardano</h2>Multiple protocols are working tirelessly to bring gold to Cardano as the next tokenized Real World Asset. This will allow ecosystem participants to gain on-chain exposure to gold without owning the physical asset, providing opportunities for hedging against inflation or using it as a reliable store of value during uncertain times. Gold, with a market cap of over $12 trillion, has long been a hedge against market volatility and inflation, particularly during economic downturns. We’ll now delve into a few on-chain gold offerings you can look forward to in the near future.FinestFinest, an RWA Tokenization Platform <a href="https://x.com/finest_tokenize/status/1830545728990482435">announced</a> on September 2nd, 2024, that gold will be the next tokenized asset on Cardano and can be expected sooner than most think. This platform is a joint venture between NMKR, IAMX, and FluidTokens, with each entity bringing a key component to the partnership that enables it to deliver a secure, compliant, transparent, and user-centric experience Real-World Asset protocol to the Cardano blockchain. Details of the on-chain gold offering have not been announced yet however Finest suggests following them on <a href="https://x.com/finest_tokenize">X</a> and turning on notifications.You can learn more about the Finest platform here: <a href="https://www.finest.investments/">https://www.finest.investments/</a>Emurgo X Unbanked’s Kinka GoldLast week, the Cardano community saw an exciting announcement from Emurgo, bringing on-chain gold to Cardano through a partnership with Unbanked’s Kinka Gold, a subsidiary of Unbanked. Unbanked in Japan is a fintech company providing innovative financial services through blockchain, specifically tailored for users who are outside the traditional banking system.Their offerings include Kinka, a gold-backed cryptocurrency for tokenized gold investment; Crowdbank, a loan-based crowdfunding platform giving retail investors access to diverse opportunities like real estate; and Personal Capital, a corporate lending service supporting business financing. Together, these services bridge the gap between traditional finance and the blockchain economy, offering users access to secure, liquid, and scalable digital financial tools.In this partnership, Emurgo will develop an asset tokenization platform where Kinka (ticker: XNK) itself will be deployed on Cardano. Each XNK token is backed by gold and will represent one ounce of premium Japanese gold that meets all London Bullion Market Association (MBLA) standards. Each token represents ownership of a fraction of gold stored securely, allowing holders to gain exposure to gold’s value without needing to handle the physical asset. As it integrates with Cardano, Kinka will benefit from the network’s scalability, security, and smart contract capabilities, making it a unique offering within Cardano’s growing decentralized finance (DeFi) space.You can find out more about Unbanked’s Kinka token here: <a href="https://unbanked.jp/solutions/web3">https://unbanked.jp/solutions/web3</a>TVVINTVVIN is an RWA Platform that leverages blockchain technology to enable investment into tokenized Real World Assets. Gold will be the first precious metal supported on TVVIN followed by silver, platinum, and palladium. The project recently shared a preview of its Institutional Platform UI which can be viewed in the X video below.&nbsp;You can find out more about TVVIN at the following link: <a href="https://www.tvvin.com/">https://www.tvvin.com/</a><img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy"><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">How Will this Benefit the Cardano Ecosystem?</h2>Integrating Real-World Assets (RWA) into Cardano’s DeFi ecosystem can unlock new investment opportunities within Cardano’s Decentralized Finance ecosystem and add additional stable value within DeFi protocols. Tokenizing assets like real estate, commodities, and bonds can attract more liquidity and ecosystem participants. Cardano’s strong security and zero downtime ensure that investors looking for exposure to RWAs will always have access to their investments, making it a reliable platform for institutional finance. This could position Cardano as a key player in attracting institutional adoption and expanding real-world use cases.<img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy"><h2 style="margin-left:0px;">Conclusion</h2>Integrating Real-World Assets (RWA) into Cardano’s DeFi ecosystem can unlock new investment opportunities within Cardano’s Decentralized Finance ecosystem and add additional stable value within DeFi protocols. Tokenizing assets like real estate, commodities, and bonds can attract more liquidity and ecosystem participants. Cardano’s strong security and zero downtime ensure that investors looking for exposure to RWAs will always have access to their investments, making it a reliable platform for institutional finance. This could position Cardano as a key player in attracting institutional adoption and expanding real-world use cases.<img class="image_resized" style="width:680px;" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:700/1*nz4jKBu5Y5gZq0bIQdDTXw.png" alt="" loading="lazy">This article is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute a promotion or financial advice. Our aim is solely to provide users with the latest news and updates within the Cardano ecosystem.We hope this helped you get caught up with the most recent crypto news. If you enjoyed the read make sure to follow TapTools on <a href="https://twitter.com/TapTools">X</a> and join our <a href="http://discord.gg/UmrbjRTAg5">Discord</a>.

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