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Bybit Launches bbSOL, the World’s First Exchange-Backed Liquidity Staking Token on Solana

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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, proudly announces the launch of bbSOL, its first exchange-based Liquid Staking Token (LST), in collaboration with Sanctum, Kamino Finance, Orca and Solayer, on the Solana (SOL) blockchain. This innovative initiative is set to transform the Solana ecosystem, offering significant advantages to all its participants.

bbSOL bridges Bybit’s centralized exchange (CEX) and Web3 platforms, providing users with consistent and reliable rewards. By staking Solana on Bybit Web3, users receive bbSOL tokens, unlocking many earning opportunities across Bybit’s CEX and Web3 products.

“We are excited to introduce bbSOL, a groundbreaking liquid staking token designed to deliver substantial benefits across the Solana ecosystem,” said Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “By facilitating seamless asset management and unlocking new earning potential, bbSOL empowers token holders, project developers, decentralized exchange operators, and liquidity providers to contribute to the growth of the Solana network while maximizing their returns.”

As part of this initiative, Bybit is planning to collaborate with four key partners to maximize the potential of bbSOL:

  • Sanctum‘s deep liquidity enables seamless swaps and withdrawals of SOL, enhancing the utility of staked assets.
  • Orca supports bbSOL swaps and allows users to become liquidity providers, contributing to the stability of the ecosystem.
  • Kamino Finance automates the liquidity provision process through its Liquidity Vault product, streamlining participation in concentrated liquidity decentralized exchanges.
  • Solayer supports bbSOL as a liquid staking token eligible for restaking, enhancing Solana’s security through its restaking network.

“Bybit’s launch of bbSOL marks a significant milestone,” said Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation. “Their collaboration with other key players exemplifies Bybit’s commitment to innovation and supports the ongoing development of the Solana ecosystem.”

“It’s awesome that Bybit is launching bbSOL together with Sanctum. This will allow millions of new users to earn real yields on Solana more easily and tap into the entire DeFi ecosystem. This is a historic partnership between centralized and decentralized entities –  a big step for the entire ecosystem,” said FP Lee, Sanctum Co-Founder.

“It’s great to see a leading industry figure like Bybit actively participating in Solana DeFi. It’s rare for an exchange to go beyond listing ecosystem assets and directly engage with DeFi on chain,” said Nathan Davis, Orca CEO.

“The launch of bbSOL is the perfect chance to bring together the power of Bybit’s user base with the opportunities provided by Solana DeFi. We’re excited to onboard bbSOL to Kamino and support its utility & growth in the ecosystem,” said Thomas, Kamino Finance Project Co-Lead.

“Solayer is incredibly excited to launch bbSOL with Bybit, and as the first restaking protocol to integrate a centralized exchange LST on Solana, we aim to foster a deepened relationship to bring the Solana ecosystem forward in the most integrated way,” said Jason Li, Solayer Co- Founder.

Key Benefits and Rewards of bbSOL

bbSOL offers a multitude of benefits and rewards to its participants.

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  • Token Holders: Enjoy passive income, participate in network governance, and access a wider range of financial opportunities.
  • Project Developers: Attract and retain a loyal user base, enhance liquidity for your token, and benefit from increased market visibility.
  • Decentralized Exchange Operators: Boost trading volume, improve liquidity, and attract more users to your platform.
  • Liquidity Providers: Earn competitive yields, contribute to the ecosystem’s stability, and support the growth of the Solana network.

Additionally, participants can earn staking rewards by securing the network, liquidity rewards by providing liquidity to bbSOL trading pairs, and even MEV (Miner Extractable Value) rewards by capitalizing on market inefficiencies.

As the world’s first crypto exchange to announce the listing of Sanctum’s $CLOUD token, which has increased by 15%, Bybit continues bringing new and innovative results to the industry. The launch of bbSOL underscores its continuous commitment to innovation in the cryptocurrency space and its support for the growth of the broader ecosystem.

For more information, please visit: Bybit Web3 – bbSOL

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About Bybit Web3

Bybit Web3 is redefining openness in the decentralized world, creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. We are committed to welcoming builders, creators, and partners in the blockchain space, extending an invitation to both crypto enthusiasts and the curious, with a community of over 10 million wallet users, over 20 major ecosystem partners, and counting. 

Bybit Web3 provides a comprehensive suite of Web3 products designed to make accessing, swapping, collecting and growing Web3 assets as open and simple as possible. Our wallets, marketplaces and platforms are all backed by the security and expertise that define Bybit as a top 3 global crypto exchange, trusted by 40 million users globally.

Join the revolution now and open the door to your Web3 future with Bybit.

For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Web3.

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 40 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa met this week with Zambia’s former Vice President and Special Envoy Enoch Kavindele to discuss SADC’s candidate for the AfDB

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President Mnangagwa, who is SADC Chairperson, reaffirmed his own country’s and SADC’s enthusiastic support for Zambian candidate Sam Maimbo

LUSAKA, Zambia, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Special Envoy Kavindele released the following statement following the meeting:

“I am elated to witness the growing success and momentum of Sam Maimbo’s candidacy to become the next President of the African Development Bank. I am filled with gratitude to our friends across both SADC and COMESA for their continued support and good wishes.

Sam has garnered such wide consensus due to his being uniquely qualified to deliver the transformative change and empowerment our continent needs. Sam’s 30 years in development work is defined by driving outcomes, improving processes, and investing in people. The AfDB needs a hands-on leader who is laser focused on delivering results and who is unafraid of making tough decisions in order to best serve our continent. Sam is that leader. Sam has the track record and experience to drastically enhance the pace, scale, and impact of the Bank’s work in service of the people and governments of Africa.

Our region has a proud history of supporting fellow Southern Africans. For example, we all recall Lusaka’s role in hosting the African National Congress’ headquarters during the dark days of Apartheid oppression.

It therefore gives me no pleasure to observe my South African brothers, who have themselves leant on Zambia’s steadfast friendship over many decades, fail to rally behind both SADC and COMESA’s chosen candidate for the AfDB. Africa’s urgent economic development challenges demand transformational leadership at the AfDB, it is all of our responsibility to put forward the best candidate for the job. This is not the time or place for a government to act with narrow self-interest, we all must act in the continent’s and AfDB’s best interest.

I thank Sam Maimbo for his lifelong service to our entire continent, and I am eager to witness his enormous impact as President of the AfDB.”

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Stay Cyber Safe This Holiday Season: Heimdal’s Checklist for Business Security

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LONDON, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Heimdal Security shares a practical holiday cybersecurity checklist, offering expert insights to help businesses safeguard against cyber threats this festive season.

With reduced staffing, remote work setups, and a surge in online shopping creating heightened vulnerabilities, this guide offers actionable tips to enhance business security.

Going beyond basic advice, the checklist also highlights the most common holiday scams and features videos showcasing real-life examples of Christmas-themed cyber scams and effective prevention strategies.

Key Tips to Protect Businesses This Holiday Season:

  1. Strengthen endpoints: Ensure devices are updated with antivirus and endpoint protection software; consider Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and application whitelisting.
  2. Prepare for phishing spikes: Train staff to identify suspicious emails, enforce robust email filters, and establish protocols for reporting unusual activity.
  3. Secure remote access: Mandate VPN usage, monitor unusual logins, and deactivate inactive accounts temporarily.
  4. Segment and shield networks: Isolate sensitive areas, deploy DNS security and advanced firewalls, and maintain full visibility over network traffic.
  5. Apply timely patches: Regularly update all systems and test patches in a controlled environment to minimize disruptions.
  6. Mitigate supply chain risks: Assess vendors thoroughly and limit their access to essential systems.
  7. Have a response plan ready: Tailor incident protocols for the holidays, create an on-call rotation for the IT team, and enable rapid action against suspicious activity.

Cybercriminals thrive on holiday distractions, but with proactive measures like phishing training, secure endpoints, and network segmentation, businesses can stay ahead of potential threats,” said Alex Panait, System Administrator at Heimdal Security.

Common Holiday Scams That Businesses Should Watch For:

Cybercriminals often tailor their tactics to exploit the festive season. The most common scams include:

  • Spear phishing: Emails disguised as holiday bonuses or event invitations that steal credentials or spread malware.
  • Malicious holiday E-Cards: Festive greetings that contain links deploying ransomware or spyware.
  • Fake E-Commerce sites: Fraudulent websites offering discounts to steal payment information.
  • Insider threats: Distracted or disgruntled employees mishandling or exploiting sensitive data.
  • Corporate travel scams: Fake booking platforms targeting business travelers.
  • Business email compromise (BEC): Fraudulent requests for urgent wire transfers during year-end financial rushes.

For more, read the full article here or watch the video on YouTube to see how these threats unfold and learn actionable prevention strategies.

About Heimdal:
Established in Copenhagen in 2014, Heimdal® empowers CISOs, security teams, and IT administrators to improve their security operations, reduce alert fatigue, and implement proactive measures through a unified command and control platform.

Heimdal’s award-winning cybersecurity solutions span the entire IT estate, addressing challenges from endpoint to network levels, including vulnerability management, privileged access, Zero Trust implementation, and ransomware prevention.

For further press information:

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According to Tickmill survey, 3 in 10 Britons in economic difficulty: Purchasing power down 41% since 2004

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The people who have the most problems are women (30%) and are between 35 and 49 years old (39%)

ROME, Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The purchasing power in the UK has dropped by 41% over the last 20 years. Today, £100,000 left in a bank account since 2004 without being invested would now be worth £59,021.

This figure is one of the findings from a study conducted by Tickmill, an international online trading broker that compared the economic situation in the UK and the European Union through the infographic “Purchasing Power and Cost of Living: UK vs EU”.

The analysis reveals a slight decline of 0.4% in the UK’s purchasing power, which currently stands at £41,573. In contrast, the European Union has seen a modest rise of 0.1%, reaching £40,874.

Why is purchasing power declining in the UK? One key factor is the cost of living. If the UK were still part of the European Union, it would rank as the fifth most expensive country, behind Ireland, Luxembourg, Denmark, and the Netherlands.

Unsurprisingly, 3 in 10 Britons are struggling with the cost of living. Women (3 in 10, compared to 25% of men), those aged between 35 and 49 (4 in 10), households earning less than £15,000 (6 in 10), and single parents (1 in 2) are among the most affected groups.

Among UK nations, Northern Ireland is the hardest hit, with 34% of its population facing financial difficulties, followed by Wales (31%), England (28%), and Scotland (22%). In England, the North East has the highest percentage of people struggling, with 4 in 10 residents affected. Even in London, the high costs impact 1 in 4 adults.

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In response to these challenges, Britons are making significant adjustments:

  • 53% have cut back or delayed spending on smaller items like eating out, entertainment, subscriptions, clothing, toys, books, etc.;
  • 52% have reduced household energy consumption;
  • 48% have decreased their grocery spending;
  • 41% have scaled back or postponed major expenditures, such as holidays, cars, and weddings;
  • 26% are working longer hours, taking on overtime, or pursuing additional jobs to earn extra income.

The British also made changes on the financial side. One in four adults has been forced to dip into their savings or investments to cover daily expenses. Moreover, 44% have stopped saving or investing entirely or have reduced their savings and investments—a 4% increase compared to 2023.

The lack of investment is another critical factor contributing to the decline in purchasing power. It is estimated that 13 million UK residents hold £430 billion in cash deposits but do not invest. The reasons? Seventy-four percent say they cannot compare investment products effectively, and 43% are afraid of losing their money.

A lack of knowledge and fear are preventing many savers from taking advantage of an important opportunity: preserving or increasing their purchasing power in the long term.

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