Globalisation was once driven almost exclusively by governments, large multinational corporations, and major financial institutions. However, the world has become more intricately connected than ever before. Today, artisans, entrepreneurs, app developers, freelancers, small businesses, and even individuals can participate directly on digital platforms with global reach.

For Black History Month, "Blockchain: Celebrating Our Sisters" highlights the achievements of five remarkable women who are driving innovation in the blockchain industry. The article focuses on each woman's career path, key contributions to the field, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. The featured women are Mariana Gomez de la Villa, Tavonia Evans, Modupe Ativie, Dawn Jutla, and Thy-Diep (Yip) Ta.

Tokenization is now going mainstream with traditional banks leading the way.

Last month, in remarks to a crowd of supporters, former President Donald Trump added a new dynamic to November's election and reignited debate about the future of the digital asset industry in the U.S. by declaring, "If you are in favour of crypto, you better vote for Trump." This bold statement underscores the growing importance of crypto as a hot-button political issue. One in five registered voters in battleground states believes crypto will be a major issue in the upcoming election, highlighting its significance beyond the fringe.

The divergent views on the future of crypto in the U.S. could be a critical factor in key swing states in November. Crypto, inherently non-partisan, has the potential to address many issues identified by both parties within the current financial system.