WAO ART #246

Scroll has launched its Mainnet after a 15-month journey, offering an EVM-compatible solution and focusing on security. The company aims to enhance Ethereum scalability and has collaborated with the open-source community.

Zodia Custody, a digital asset custodian backed by Standard Chartered, has expanded its institutional services to Australia. The company has launched a digital asset custody platform for institutional clients in Australia, allowing them to securely store their assets in bank-grade cold wallet storage.

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance.US has updated its terms of service, stating that direct withdrawals in USD are no longer supported. Users are now required to convert their USD holdings into stablecoins or other digital assets to withdraw funds.

Upbit Singapore has received initial approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for a Major Payment Institution (MPI) license, allowing them to offer digital payment token services to institutional investors.

The British government has confirmed that cryptocurrency holdings will not be classified as disposable income for individuals seeking legal assistance through the "Help with Fees" scheme. The proposed change had raised concerns about penalizing applicants with savings and investments.

Progress Rail has delivered two battery hybrid locomotives to Rumo Logistics, Brazil's largest freight operator. The GT38H locomotives, part of Progress Rail's Joule series, are powered by a Caterpillar diesel engine, a generator, and a lithium-ion battery bank.

XRP Healthcare, a new company focused on improving healthcare access and quality, is making significant progress in Africa, starting with Uganda. The company aims to acquire and upgrade private healthcare facilities in the country, with plans to expand to other African nations in the future.