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Digital currency or digital money is an Internet-based medium of exchange distinct from physical (such as banknotes and coins) that exhibits properties similar to physical currencies, but allows for instantaneous transactions and borderless transfer-of-ownership. Like traditional money these currencies may be used to buy physical goods and services but could also be restricted to certain communities such as for example for use inside an on-line game or social network. In this series, we cover stories and provide insightful analysis of the digital currencies such as bitcoin with no central point of control over the money supply.

Digital Currency Revolution

XRP Ledger Sees 65.6% Drop in Onchain Transactions in Q2 2024 Amid Cost Surge

Aug 03, 2024 09:54 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology

The Q2 2024 XRP Markets Report from Ripple highlights a 65.6% drop in XRPL onchain transactions driven by increased costs. 65.6% Drop in Onchain Transactions According to Ripples Q2 2024 XRP Markets Report, the...

Digital Currency Revolution

Ethereum Plunge to $2K Predicted by Gold Buff Peter Schiff; Altcoins Suffer Amid US Recession

Aug 03, 2024 09:27 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Gold advocate Peter Schiff predicts Ethereums drop to $2,000 as altcoins suffer steep losses amid growing US recession fears. US Recession Fears Trigger Crypto Sell-Off Fears of a US recession have spooked investors...

Digital Currency Revolution

Morgan Stanley Wealth Managers to Offer Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock, Fidelity Starting August

Aug 03, 2024 02:18 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Morgan Stanley is set to authorize its wealth managers to offer Bitcoin ETFs from BlackRock and Fidelity to clients starting August 7, marking a significant shift in cryptocurrency investment. According to a CNBC story,...

Digital Currency Revolution

Bitcoin Whale Volume Hits 9-Year Peak; Analysts See BTC Price Bottom Forming

Aug 03, 2024 01:06 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Bitcoin whale volume has reached a 9-year peak, with analysts suggesting a potential bottom for BTC price, highlighting significant market trends. Whales Add 84,000 BTC in July Despite the recent duck walk in the...

Digital Currency Revolution

63B Shiba Inu (SHIB) Tokens Sold by Revolut: What’s Next for the Crypto Market?

Aug 03, 2024 00:38 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology

The sale of 63 billion Shiba Inu tokens by Revolut has caused a significant stir in the crypto market, highlighting the fintech giants evolving strategy. Revoluts Massive SHIB Token Sale The sale of 63 billion SHIB...

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Trump Eyes Bitcoin to Wipe Out $35 Trillion US Debt: Bold Plan Unveiled

Aug 02, 2024 22:17 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Politics

Donald Trump proposes an audacious plan to eliminate the $35 trillion US debt using Bitcoin, captivating financial experts and crypto enthusiasts alike. Trump Believes Bitcoin Can Pay Off $35 Trillion Debt A growing...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Whales Fuel 625% Surge in Inflows, Marking Massive Market Moves

Aug 02, 2024 21:47 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

Shiba Inu (SHIB) experienced a stunning 625% increase in whale inflows, signaling robust bullish sentiment among large holders, recent data reveals. Whale Purchases on the Rise Shiba Inu (SHIB), a cryptocurrency with...

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Economy

India Budget 2026: Modi Government Eyes Reforms Amid Global Uncertainty and Fiscal Pressures

Indias central government is set to present its annual budget on Sunday, a closely watched event as Prime Minister Narendra Modis administration seeks to accelerate domestic reforms while navigating rising global...

China Home Prices Rise in January as Government Signals Stronger Support for Property Market

Average prices of new homes across 100 major Chinese cities recorded an increase in January, while price declines in the secondary housing market continued to narrow, according to a private survey. The data suggests early...

South Korea Exports Surge in January on AI Chip Demand, Marking Fastest Growth in 4.5 Years

South Koreas exports recorded a strong start to the year, rising for an eighth consecutive month in January and posting their fastest growth in four and a half years, driven largely by booming global demand for AI servers...

Russia Stocks End Flat as MOEX Closes Unchanged Amid Mixed Global Signals

Russian stocks finished Saturdays trading session slightly lower overall, with the benchmark MOEX Russia Index closing unchanged at 0.00% in Moscow. Market sentiment remained cautious as investors weighed mixed...

China Factory Activity Slips in January as Weak Demand Weighs on Growth Outlook

Chinas factory activity contracted at the start of the year, highlighting persistent pressure from weak domestic demand despite continued policy support from Beijing. An official survey released on Saturday showed that...

Politics

Trump Says Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Could Win Democratic Support in Senate Confirmation

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that his nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, could secure votes from Senate Democrats during what is expected to be a closely watched and potentially...

Christian Menefee Wins Texas Special Election, Narrowing GOP House Majority

Democrat Christian Menefee has won a Texas special election for the U.S. House of Representatives, according to the Associated Press, a result that further tightens Republicans slim majority in the chamber. Menefees...

Trump’s Iraq Envoy Mark Savaya Ousted Amid U.S.-Iraq Tensions Over Iran Influence

Mark Savaya, who was named by U.S. President Donald Trump as special envoy for Iraq in October, is no longer serving in that role, according to multiple sources familiar with the decision. The reported removal comes at a...

Keir Starmer Urges Prince Andrew to Testify in U.S. Epstein Investigation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for former Prince Andrew to testify before a U.S. congressional committee following new revelations about his long-standing links to disgraced financier and convicted sex...

U.S. Government Enters Brief Shutdown as Congress Delays Funding Deal

The U.S. government entered a partial shutdown early Saturday after Congress failed to finalize a funding agreement before a midnight deadline, temporarily halting a range of federal operations. The shutdown officially...

Science

NASA and SpaceX Target Crew-11 Undocking From ISS Amid Medical Concern

NASA has confirmed that the agency, in coordination with SpaceX, is targeting no earlier than 5 p.m. Eastern Time (2200 GMT) on Wednesday, January 14, for the undocking of the SpaceX Crew-11 mission from the International...

Neuralink Plans High-Volume Brain Implant Production and Fully Automated Surgery by 2026

Elon Musks brain-computer interface company Neuralink is preparing for a major expansion, announcing plans to begin high-volume production of its brain implant devices and transition to a fully automated surgical procedure...

Jared Isaacman Confirmed as NASA Administrator, Becomes 15th Leader of U.S. Space Agency

The U.S. Senate has officially confirmed billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as the new NASA administrator, making him the 15th leader in the agencys history. The confirmation, which took place on Wednesday, marks...

Senate Sets December 8 Vote on Trump’s NASA Nominee Jared Isaacman

The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee announced it will vote on December 8 on President Donald Trumps renewed nomination of private astronaut and tech entrepreneur Jared Isaacman to lead NASA. Isaacman, known for his...

NASA Cuts Boeing Starliner Missions as SpaceX Pulls Ahead

NASA has significantly scaled back Boeings Starliner program after years of technical issues and delays, announcing that the next Starliner mission to the International Space Station (ISS) will fly without astronauts. The...

Technology

Elon Musk’s Empire: SpaceX, Tesla, and xAI Merger Talks Spark Investor Debate

Speculation around a potential Musk Inc has resurfaced as Elon Musks companiesSpaceX, Tesla, and xAIexplore closer ties amid rapid advances in artificial intelligence and automation. With SpaceX expected to go public later...

SpaceX Reports $8 Billion Profit as IPO Plans and Starlink Growth Fuel Valuation Buzz

SpaceX delivered a strong financial performance last year, generating an estimated $8 billion in profit on revenues between $15 billion and $16 billion, according to people familiar with the companys results. The figures,...

SpaceX Updates Starlink Privacy Policy to Allow AI Training as xAI Merger Talks and IPO Loom

SpaceX has revised its Starlink privacy policy to allow customer data to be used for artificial intelligence training, a move that could significantly support Elon Musks broader AI ambitions. The policy change comes as...

Nvidia’s $100 Billion OpenAI Investment Faces Internal Doubts, Report Says

Nvidias ambitious plan to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, aimed at supporting the training and operation of next-generation artificial intelligence models, has reportedly hit a roadblock. According to a report...

Federal Judge Signals Possible Dismissal of xAI Lawsuit Against OpenAI

A U.S. federal judge has signaled she may dismiss a high-profile lawsuit filed by Elon Musks artificial intelligence startup, xAI, against rival OpenAI, dealing a potential setback to Musk in an escalating legal battle...