Tribe Accelerator is a Singapore-based, government-backed blockchain accelerator that is focused on supporting later-stage startups, helping them bring their innovative products to market by providing a "hyperconnected platform" of multinational corporations, government agencies, and top technology companies.

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Tribe's core service is its accelerator program, which takes a product-focused approach to helping startups scale. The program provides participating companies with a wide range of support, including dedicated masterclasses on topics like fundraising and marketing, technical mentorship from industry experts, and exclusive networking opportunities.

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Tribe has partnered with Hedera to support the growth of the Hedera ecosystem in Singapore and the broader Asian market. This includes providing mentorship and resources to startups that are building on the Hedera network, as well as working to connect these startups with Tribe's extensive network of corporate and government partners. This collaboration is a key part of Tribe's mission to drive the widespread adoption of blockchain technology and foster innovation in the Web3 space.

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Binance.US is a cryptocurrency exchange launched in 2019 to serve customers in the United States, operating as a separate entity from the global Binance platform. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, it provides a regulated and compliant platform for Americans to buy, sell, and trade a wide variety of digital assets.

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The exchange offers a robust suite of products and services for both beginner and experienced traders. Users have access to a selection of over 160 cryptocurrencies, which can be traded with low fees. The platform includes advanced trading features like real-time order books, charting tools, and various order types. In addition to spot trading, Binance.US also offers cryptocurrency staking for a range of proof-of-stake (PoS) assets, allowing users to earn rewards on their holdings. The service is accessible through its website and mobile apps, which are designed to provide a secure and user-friendly experience.

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Binance.US is directly connected to the Hedera ecosystem as it lists Hedera's native cryptocurrency, HBAR, for trading. This allows U.S. customers to buy, sell, and hold HBAR, providing essential liquidity and accessibility for the token within the American market.

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Shift Markets is a financial technology company that provides "Crypto-as-a-Service" solutions for businesses operating in the digital asset and forex markets. Headquartered in New York, the it has a global presence, helping clients launch and manage their own trading platforms. 

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The company's core services revolve around providing the infrastructure and technology needed to operate a digital asset exchange. Their flagship product is a white-label crypto exchange platform, which allows businesses to quickly launch their own spot and derivatives trading venues. This includes a customizable front-end interface, a full-featured back-office for managing operations, and access to deep liquidity through their proprietary engine, Nexus. 

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Shift Markets is directly integrated with the Hedera ecosystem through a partnership with the Hedera Foundation. The company has incorporated Hedera-based assets into its Shift Dashboard and the Nexus liquidity engine. This integration makes HBAR and other Hedera-native assets available across its network of over 70 exchanges and institutional clients.

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Hex Trust is a fully-licensed and insured digital asset custodian that provides bank-grade infrastructure and services for the Web3 ecosystem. Its mission is to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the digital asset economy by providing a secure and compliant platform for institutional investors.

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The company offers a comprehensive suite of services built around its proprietary platform, Hex Safe. This includes institutional-grade custody for a wide range of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, security tokens, and NFTs. In addition to custody, Hex Trust provides staking services, DeFi access, and brokerage and financing solutions. This integrated approach allows their clients, which include financial institutions, asset managers, and Web3 projects, to securely manage and grow their digital asset portfolios.

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The Hex Safe platform supports HBAR and all tokens issued on the Hedera Token Service (HTS), making it an official custodian for the Hedera ecosystem. This partnership enables institutional clients to securely hold and stake HBAR, as well as to custody and manage HTS-based tokens. Hex Trust also serves as a strategic custodian for TOKO, a tokenization engine built on Hedera in collaboration with DLA Piper.

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