Gate.io, established in 2013, is one of the first global cryptocurrency exchanges. It is headquartered in the Cayman Islands, serves over 23 million users, and is widely renowned for its extensive selection of digital assets listing over 3,800 cryptocurrencies and tokens.
It offers a comprehensive trading experience which includes spot, margin, and futures trading alongside leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Beyond active trading, the platform provides numerous ways to earn through "Gate Earn," which features staking, lending, structured products, and auto-investment plans. It also features an initial exchange offering (IEO) launchpad for new projects called "Gate.io Startup."
A key component of its ecosystem is GateToken (GT), its native utility token, which offers users trading fee discounts, VIP tier benefits, and participation in governance and exclusive events. Gate.io has also developed “GateChain,” its own public blockchain focused on asset security and decentralized trading, which is EVM-compatible.
The Gate platform also features a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, advanced trading bots, copy trading, and a payments service called “Gate Pay.”
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The InterWork Alliance (IWA) is an organization focused on simplifying and standardizing the use of token-powered services for businesses. As an initiative of the Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), the IWA works to create a common language and framework for tokenized assets, which allows different blockchain networks and applications to work together seamlessly.
The alliance's primary mission is to empower organizations to adopt and use token-based distributed services in their day-to-day operations. To achieve this, the IWA has developed several key frameworks, including the Token Taxonomy Framework (TTF), which provides a common set of definitions and standards for tokens of all types. The IWA also has a strong focus on sustainability, with task forces dedicated to creating standards for Voluntary Ecological Markets and Carbon Emission Tokens.
The Hedera network and its ecosystem partners are active members and contributors to the InterWork Alliance. Hedera has collaborated with the IWA on its Sustainability Working Group, and several applications built on Hedera are designed to be compliant with the IWA's standards.
Unthink is a high-performance data intelligence and AI platform engineered for enterprises in highly regulated industries such as healthcare, finance, and the public sector. The platform provides a secure and scalable environment where organizations can process, analyze, and collaborate on sensitive data without compromising privacy or compliance. It is designed to solve the critical challenge of unlocking value from sensitive information while adhering to strict governance frameworks such as HIPAA and GDPR.
A core component of Unthink's architecture is its deep integration with the Hedera network. Unthink leverages the Hedera Consensus Service (HCS) to create an immutable and publicly verifiable audit trail for every significant event. When data is accessed, a policy is enforced, or an AI model is executed, a corresponding cryptographic proof is logged on the Hedera ledger.
This "verifiably intelligent" approach ensures that all operations within the Unthink platform are transparent and auditable, giving organizations the ability to mathematically prove their compliance and data integrity to regulators and partners.
InvestaX is a Singapore-based, licensed security token platform Its mission is to provide a comprehensive, end-to-end solution for the issuance, trading, and custody of security tokens, bridging the gap between traditional finance and the world of decentralized assets.
The company offers a full suite of services for the digital asset lifecycle including tokenization. The InvestaX platform also features a primary issuance service for launching new security token offerings (STOs), as well as a secondary trading marketplace for providing liquidity to these assets. A core component of their offering is their institutional-grade custody solution, which ensures the secure storage of digital assets.
While InvestaX is a multi-chain platform, it has a direct integration with the Hedera network. The company utilizes Hedera's high-throughput and low-cost infrastructure to provide its clients with a fast, secure, and efficient platform for tokenizing and managing their assets. Through this integration, InvestaX offers a scalable and enterprise-grade solution for the digital asset market, enabling accessibility and liquidity for a wide range of real-world assets.
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Cofra Holding is a privately owned global enterprise headquartered in Switzerland. Its portfolio spans several key sectors, managing a range of prominent businesses. These include C&A, a major international fashion retailer; Redevco, a real estate investment management company focused on sustainable urban properties; and Sunrock, a leader in developing large-scale solar energy projects. Cofra also maintains significant investments in sustainable food through the Arrobas Group and in private equity via Bregal.
Cofra joined the Hedera Governing Council in 2023. As a council member, Cofra operates a node and actively participates in the network's governance. The company actively leverages this position to explore the application of distributed ledger technology to enhance its core business functions. Key areas of interest include improving supply chain transparency across its retail and food businesses and investigating the tokenization of assets within its real estate and energy portfolios. This strategic involvement allows Cofra to pioneer DLT solutions that align with its sustainability and operational efficiency goals.