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Groundbreaking Partnership: Cross-Chain Tokens, CKB Eco Fund, and Meson Finance Launch ccBTC with 1:1 Bitcoin Reserves on CKB Main Network

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Groundbreaking Partnership: Cross-Chain Tokens, CKB Eco Fund, and Meson Finance Launch ccBTC with 1:1 Bitcoin Reserves on CKB Main Network
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Groundbreaking Partnership: Cross-Chain Tokens, CKB Eco Fund, and Meson Finance Launch ccBTC with 1:1 Bitcoin Reserves on CKB Main Network

2024-07-03 10:00 Last Updated At:10:15

HONG KONG, July 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cross-Chain Tokens (ccTokens) has partnered with the Nervos CKB Eco Fund to launch ccBTC on the CKB main network, enhancing Bitcoin liquidity within the CKB ecosystem. Backed by a 1:1 Bitcoin reserve, ccBTC is managed by Cactus Custody, a subsidiary of Matrixport. Cactus Custody is a licensed trust company in Hong Kong that adheres to strict anti-money laundering and regulatory standards while providing digital custody solutions.

Meson Finance, the official cross-chain bridge for the CKB Eco Fund, will enable seamless cross-chain circulation of ccBTC across major blockchains and BTC Layer2 networks. Meson Finance, a leading provider of cross-chain services, supports all major public chains and Layer2 networks and offers users access to assets like BTC, ETH, and stablecoins.

ccBTC leverages the advanced capabilities of Nervos CKB and RGB++ protocols to ensure secure BTC transfers within the Bitcoin ecosystem. This integration will empower decentralised applications (DApps) to utilise Bitcoin assets, including decentralised exchanges (DEX), lending platforms, algorithmic stablecoins, derivatives markets, the Lightning Network, the Nostr social protocol, and other large-scale use cases.

ccBTC is the first compliant and managed token issued on a UTXO platform outside the BTC main network. Users can publicly verify reserved addresses, balances, and transaction records in real time via the ccTokens website. To ensure transparency and reliability, the project employs a multi-party confirmation mechanism for minting, burning, and on-chain verification. The ccTokens governance model emphasises checks and balances through a multi-agency framework, role and rights segregation, and decentralisation to mitigate potential misconduct. Additionally, a blacklist mechanism supports ongoing governance and compliance.

This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen the CKB and RGB++ protocols and introduce securely managed Wrapped BTC assets to the broader Bitcoin ecosystem, revitalising dormant BTC assets.

About Nervos CKB

Nervos CKB is a pioneering BTC Layer 2 solution using the Cell model and PoW consensus mechanism to address blockchain scalability challenges. Its modular architecture separates transaction execution, consensus, and data availability.

About Meson Finance

Meson Finance is a decentralised cross-chain bridge leveraging Atomic Swap technology for seamless transfers of BTC, ETH, and stablecoins across over 50 public chains and Layer 2 networks. It offers efficient and cost-effective cross-chain services.

About Cactus Custody

Cactus Custody, a subsidiary of Matrixport, is a Hong Kong-based trust company dedicated to anti-money laundering and regulatory compliance. It provides efficient digital custody solutions. It leads in institutional-grade digital asset custody, supporting over 300 high-profile clients, including miners, exchanges, and funds.

About Cross-Chain Tokens (ccTokens)

Cross-Chain Tokens (ccTokens) are pegged tokens, each backed 1:1 by blockchain assets like BTC. These tokens enable seamless integration of various cryptocurrencies into the decentralised finance (DeFi) ecosystem. All ccTokens are fully supported and protected by qualified third-party custodians or validators.

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Groundbreaking Partnership: Cross-Chain Tokens, CKB Eco Fund, and Meson Finance Launch ccBTC with 1:1 Bitcoin Reserves on CKB Main Network

Groundbreaking Partnership: Cross-Chain Tokens, CKB Eco Fund, and Meson Finance Launch ccBTC with 1:1 Bitcoin Reserves on CKB Main Network

FLORENCE, Italy, July 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A finale to remember: the sporting legends delighted the packed terraces of the Roman Theatre in Fiesole, bringing the curtain down on the 28th Fair Play Menarini International Award. Yesterday, the event dedicated to the values of ethics, loyalty, and respect, celebrated the winners of the 2024 edition at the awards ceremony, shining examples of fair play and sportsmanship in competition and in life.

Icons from the international stage were greeted by the applause of the spectators at the Roman Theatre. Starting with Samuel Eto'o, representing the very best of the world of football and the time-honoured glory of Cameroon and Fabio Cannavaro, captain of Italy's winning 2006 World Cup team. Alongside them, two legendary players for the Italian side: Ciro Ferrara, runner-up in the 2000 European Cup, and Giuseppe Dossena, hero of Italy's 1982 World Cup campaign in Spain. A line-up brought to a close by head coach, Cesare Prandelli, who led the Italian team to second place in the European Cup in 2012.

Among the outstanding athletes who graced the Fair Play Menarini red carpet were speed skating queen, Francesca Lollobrigida, triumphant at the 2018 European Championships, and sprinter, Ambra Sabatini, Italian flag bearer at the Paris Paralympics. Basketball was also proudly represented by Marco Belinelli, outstanding NBA player, while taking centre stage for volleyball was Gian Paolo Montali, former head coach of the Men's National volleyball team, twice European champions. Not forgetting, Roberto Rigali, silver medallist in Budapest in 2023 in the 4x100 relay, the rally and F1 icon, Cesare Fiorio, and multiple world heavyweight boxing champion, Clemente Russo. Lastly, sports journalism was honoured by Federico Buffa, the voice and face of great sporting events.

The Fair Play Menarini Ambassadors, preceding them in the Hall of Fame, were there to hand over the awards. Among them the "Divina" Federica Pellegrini, winner of the 2022 edition and star guest of the event, together with hosts, Rachele Sangiuliano and Omar Schillaci, for the first edition of the Awards in partnership with Sky TG24. A recording of the awards ceremony will be broadcast on Sportitalia.

"It was an unforgettable edition, honouring a whole host of sporting legends – stated Antonello Biscini, Valeria Speroni Cardi, and Ennio Troiano, Members of the Board of the Fair Play Menarini Foundation – What that makes us most proud is the overwhelming participation of the public and the enthusiasm of the younger generations, which just go to show how the values of fair play are an integral part of our society. We will take away with us these emotions and look forward to unveiling the surprises at next year's Award".

Here is the list of the winners of the 28th Fair Play Menarini International Award:
SAMUEL ETO'O
MARCO BELINELLI
FEDERICO BUFFA
FABIO CANNAVARO
GIUSEPPE DOSSENA
CIRO FERRARA
CESARE FIORIO
FRANCESCA LOLLOBRIGIDA
GIAN PAOLO MONTALI
CESARE PRANDELLI
ROBERTO RIGALI
CLEMENTE RUSSO
AMBRA SABATINI

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FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

FAIR PLAY MENARINI INTERNATIONAL AWARD, A MAGICAL NIGHT AT FIESOLE FOR THE GRAND FINALE

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