# August 2025
Welcome to our August CBC Newsletter! Avalanche led global blockchain transaction growth, spurred by U.S. government adoption, while the EU accelerated digital euro plans with Ethereum and Solana under review. In Seoul, police arrested a fugitive crypto scammer after a chance littering incident. The U.S. Commerce Department published GDP data to the blockchain, and Brazil prepared for a historic hearing on creating a national Bitcoin reserve. Research highlights include blockchain-enabled worker certification systems, undersea tunnel collapse risk assessment, and machine learning on blockchain for modular construction inspections. Upcoming events include the TUM Blockchain Conference and Consensus 2026.
# July 2025
Welcome to our July CBC Newsletter! This month’s spotlight is on Bitcoin’s race against time, as quantum computing threatens to compromise nearly a third of its supply by 2030. A new BIP proposes migrating to quantum-resistant wallets. In the EU, a stablecoin loophole raises alarms despite MiCA’s rollout. Vietnam unveils NDAChain to anchor digital trust and sovereignty, while North American markets rally on pro-crypto momentum from Trump and the Fed. El Salvador’s Bitcoin policy remains under pressure, and Africa continues to prioritize blockchain for financial access over hype.
# June 2025
Welcome to our June CBC Newsletter! This month: Bitcoin faces a five-year deadline to upgrade its cryptography or risk being broken by quantum computing. Crypto giants near EU-wide approval, while Vietnam will legally recognise crypto as property from 2026. In the US, Bitcoin hits a record high amid pending stablecoin legislation. Latin America sees a 40% surge in crypto-based remittances. Meanwhile, $90 million was stolen from Iran’s largest exchange, with pro-Israel hackers claiming responsibility. On the research front, blockchain is gaining ground in secure data environments and lifecycle management for construction, with growing focus on circular economies and digital transformation.
# May 2025
Welcome to our May CBC Newsletter! This month, we're tracking Europe's new data privacy guidelines challenging blockchain's immutability, HSBC's pioneering blockchain settlement in Hong Kong, and Panama City's progressive move to accept crypto for municipal payments. We'll also examine the ethical concerns surrounding Donald Trump's growing crypto ventures. Stay informed as we explore how these diverse narratives are shaping blockchain's future.
# April 2025
Welcome to our March CBC Newsletter! This month's showcase key developments shaping the global blockchain landscape. From Deloitte’s $4 trillion tokenization forecast to new regulatory moves in Ghana and enforcement actions in Kuwait and the UK, blockchain continues to drive innovation—and scrutiny—worldwide. Here’s what’s happening across the globe this month in crypto and blockchain.
# March 2025
Welcome to this CBC Newsletter! We are excited to bring you the latest updates and insights in DLT, Blockchain, Construction, and Smart Environments.
# February 2025
Welcome to our second CBC Newsletter of 2025! This month’s crypto headlines showcase the growing influence—and risks—of digital assets worldwide. From Elon Musk’s radical government efficiency plan involving Dogecoin in the U.S. to record-breaking crypto theft in Asia, the global crypto landscape is evolving rapidly. Meanwhile, Europe is advancing DLT-based settlements, and political tensions in Argentina highlight the volatility of crypto endorsements. Enjoy the read!
# January 2025
Welcome to this first CBC Newsletter of 2025! We are excited to bring you the latest updates and insights in DLT, Blockchain, Construction, and Smart Environments.