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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

Ethereum's 75% Rally Breakout Ignites Altcoin Frenzy as Bitcoin Defends $75K Post-Trump Victory

Nov 07, 2024 14:15 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Ethereums breakout has set the stage for a massive altcoin rally, with gains pushing as high as 75% amid Trumps election win. As Bitcoin hovers at $75,000, analysts forecast a bullish run for Ethereum and Solana, igniting...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu Whale Shifts 597 Billion SHIB – Is a Major Price Shift on the Horizon?

Nov 07, 2024 13:48 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

A Shiba Inu (SHIB) whale has transferred 597 billion tokens, valued at over $11 million, stirring excitement and concern in the crypto community. As SHIB nears a key resistance, market watchers are weighing the potential...

Digital Currency Revolution

'Trump Effect' Powers BlackRock Bitcoin ETF to $4.1B on 'Biggest Volume Day Ever,' Beats Netflix & Visa

Nov 07, 2024 13:24 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

BlackRocks Bitcoin ETF achieved its biggest volume day ever on Nov. 6, reaching $4.1 billion following Donald Trumps U.S. election win. Surpassing Netflix and Visa in trading volume, the milestone reflects a renewed surge...

Digital Currency Revolution

Philippines Crypto Exchange Maya Seeks ₱226K from Crypto Trader After USDC Token Error Sparks ₱5 Million Profit

Nov 07, 2024 01:39 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Maya is requesting ₱226,000 from a trader who profited after a pricing error let users buy USDC at just ₱1 per token. With accounts restricted and funds withdrawn, affected users are now left with demands and frustration...

Digital Currency Revolution

Senator Cynthia Lummis Promises US Bitcoin Reserve but Faces Major Hurdles Post-Trump Victory

Nov 07, 2024 01:13 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

Senator Cynthia Lummis, dubbed the Crypto Queen of Capitol Hill, renews her promise to create a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve following Donald Trumps reelection. While a Republican-led Congress improves the odds,...

Digital Currency Revolution

Bitcoin Soars to $76K ATH Following Kamala Harris Concession to Trump, Setting Bullish Tone

Nov 07, 2024 00:36 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

Bitcoin surged past $76,000, setting a new all-time high on the day Kamala Harris conceded to Donald Trump. The milestone reflects growing enthusiasm for Bitcoin amid expectations of supportive policies from the next U.S....

Digital Currency Revolution

President Trump’s 11 Pledges to Crypto Community Signal New Era for US Crypto Policies

Nov 06, 2024 23:47 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business Politics

In the wake of President Donald Trumps re-election, the crypto community is energized by his 11 pledges aimed at overhauling US crypto regulations and fostering innovation to secure global leadership. US Policy Shift:...

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Economy

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...

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

The United States government was on track for a partial shutdown early Saturday after Congress failed to finalize a funding agreement before the midnight deadline. Although the U.S. Senate ultimately passed a bipartisan...

Gold and Silver Prices Plunge as Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair

Gold and silver prices suffered a dramatic selloff on Friday after President Donald Trump nominated former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as Fed chair, easing fears about the central banks...

Wall Street Slides as Warsh Fed Nomination, Hot Inflation, and Precious Metals Rout Shake Markets

Wall Street ended Friday on a weaker note as risk-off sentiment dominated trading, driven by hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data, a dramatic sell-off in precious metals, and major political developments surrounding...

Politics

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...

Zelenskiy Awaits U.S. Details as Ukraine Prepares for Possible Peace Talks Next Week

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that Ukraine is awaiting further information from the United States regarding upcoming peace talks, signaling that new diplomatic meetings could take place as early...

Minnesota Judge Rejects Bid to Halt Trump Immigration Enforcement in Minneapolis

A federal judge in Minnesota has declined to order an immediate halt to President Donald Trumps expanded immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, dealing a setback to state and local officials who accuse federal...

Venezuela Proposes Amnesty Law and Plans to Transform Helicoide Prison

Venezuelas interim president Delcy Rodríguez announced on Friday a proposed amnesty law aimed at releasing hundreds of prisoners and easing political tensions in the country. Speaking at an event held at the Supreme...

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...