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Mastercard has launched its Crypto Credential, allowing users to send and receive cryptocurrencies using aliases instead of complex blockchain addresses. This peer-to-peer (P2P) feature marks the first real-world application of Mastercard Crypto Credentials, introduced in 2023.

Universal Tech Expo 2024 will take place on August 23-24 in Cebu City, Philippines. The event will focus on advancements in Blockchain, Forex, Fintech, Web3, AI, eGaming, and Cybersecurity. Organized by Knowlex, the expo aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth in the tech industry.

Tools for Humanity co-founders Sam Altman and Alex Blania met with Argentinian President Javier Milei to discuss investing in Argentina. The discussion included progress in AI and potential investment opportunities. Worldcoin has been actively reaching out to governments worldwide.

The largest altcoin Ethereum‘s (ETH) co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently donated 30 ETH worth 111 thousand dollars to a legal defense fund supporting Tornado Cash developers Alexey Pertsev and Roman Storm. This donation was made through a decentralized fundraising platform called Juicebox.

Woodside secures $1 billion loan from Japan Bank for International Cooperation. Loan will fund the Scarborough Energy Project off the coast of Western Australia. Agreement strengthens Woodside's balance sheet and provides funding diversity. JBIC has supported Woodside's previous Australian projects.

Eduvos, a leading private higher education institution in South Africa, is embracing AI to shape the future of higher education. AI offers opportunities to enhance the learning experience, streamline administrative processes, and adapt the curriculum to meet evolving needs.

Russia's space agency Roscosmos launched a cargo spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS). The Soyuz-2.1a rocket was launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The Progress MS-27 cargo spacecraft will deliver 2,504 kg (5,520 pounds) of cargo to the ISS.