WAO ART #339

Manta Network, a blockchain platform, successfully listed its tokens on multiple exchanges but faced a DDoS attack with over 135 million RPC requests on January 18th. Co-founder Kenny Li assured that the blockchain was running safely and funds were secure.

BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF has attracted interest from a wide range of investors, according to Rachel Aguirre, Head of US iShares Products at BlackRock. The firm has seen interest from both individual and institutional investors, with some ready to invest from day one.

Matter Labs and iCandy have partnered to create zkCandy, a hyperchain focused on gaming and AI applications. The hyperchain, called zkSync, will provide a decentralized gaming infrastructure and tools for game developers to build innovative products.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has announced that it will not list cryptocurrency-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on local exchanges for retail investors. MAS cites the ineligibility of digital payment tokens like Bitcoin as assets for retail Collective Investment Schemes (CIS).

China is widening its trade highway with South America through the construction of a new mega port in Chancay, Peru. The $3.5 billion deep water port, majority-owned by Chinese state-owned firm Cosco Shipping, will provide China with a direct gateway to the resource-rich region.

Virgin Australia has signed a codeshare agreement with regional carrier Link Airways, expanding its presence in smaller regional markets. Under the agreement, Virgin Australia will codeshare on over 90 services per week operated by Link Airways, increasing its footprint in regional Australia by 45%.

The Egyptian Holding Company for Silos and Storage (EHCSS) has secured a $110 million loan from the World Bank to complete the National Silos Project. The funds will be used to purchase equipment and machinery for field silos. The project aims to establish 60 new silos across Egypt.