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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

OpenAI to Launch First Asian Office in Tokyo, Boost for Worldcoin Expected

Apr 01, 2024 13:07 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

In a strategic expansion, OpenAI is set to open its first office in Asia, choosing Tokyo, Japan, as its base, reflecting the companys commitment to global AI development and regulation. This move, announced by Nikkei on...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu's Burn Rate Soars, Achieves New Milestones Amidst March Bull Run

Apr 01, 2024 13:01 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

In a remarkable display of momentum, Shiba Inu (SHIB), the meme coin rivaling Dogecoin, saw its burn rate skyrocket by 2,300% in March, obliterating over 15.5 billion tokens and marking significant network...

Digital Currency Revolution

Peter Schiff Cites Rapid Growth as Key to Bitcoin's Appeal Over Gold

Apr 01, 2024 01:48 am UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Peter Schiff, a vocal cryptocurrency critic, has articulated why he believes young investors favor Bitcoin over traditional gold, attributing their preference to Bitcoins potential for swift growth despite his skepticism...

Digital Currency Revolution

Over $1 Billion US Treasuries Tokenized Following BlackRock's BUIDL Debut

Mar 31, 2024 16:12 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Following the launch of BlackRocks Ethereum-based BUIDL fund, the tokenization of US Treasuries on blockchain platforms has surpassed the $1 billion mark. This groundbreaking move underscores the growing intersection of...

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SHIB Community Alerted to Scams Amid Surging Popularity and Price

Mar 31, 2024 15:59 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

As Shiba Inu (SHIB) enjoys a robust rally, the community faces a critical warning against an uptick in scam promotions. Shibarmy Scam Alerts emphasizes vigilance as deceptive schemes exploit SHIBs rising fame to safeguard...

Digital Currency Revolution

FCA Cracks Down on 'Finfluencers' with Tighter Meme Coin Promotion Rules

Mar 31, 2024 15:31 pm UTC| Technology

The UKs Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) focuses on social media influencers and firms using memes to market cryptocurrencies, demanding stricter adherence to promotion guidelines. This move aims to ensure transparency...

Digital Currency Revolution

US-UK Joint Effort Targets Gaza Now, London Firms in Anti-Terror Crypto Crackdown

Mar 31, 2024 15:07 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

In a significant move following the October 7 attacks, the US and UK have intensified their crackdown on cryptocurrency channels funding terrorism. Sanctions now target Gaza-based Gaza Now and London entities linked to...

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Economy

US Yen Intervention Unlikely to Deliver Lasting Recovery, Yardeni Says

U.S. efforts to strengthen the Japanese yen may offer only temporary relief as Japans fiscal policies, wide interest-rate gap with the United States, and preference for a weaker currency continue to pressure the yen,...

Iran-Oman Near Strait of Hormuz Deal as Shipping Tensions Persist

Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran says a bilateral deal alone will not be enough to fully reopen the critical global energy route. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas...

Trump Unveils $3 Billion U.S. Critical Minerals Push

President Donald Trump announced roughly $3 billion in U.S. government investments and financing for critical minerals, battery materials and mining projects, part of a broader effort to strengthen domestic production and...

Oil Prices Set for Steep Weekly Losses as Hormuz Deal Stalls

Oil prices fluctuated on Friday and remained on course for sharp weekly declines as uncertainty surrounding a potential agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz continued to drive volatility across global energy markets....

Gold Prices Surge 7% as Dollar Falls, Fed Rate Hike Bets Ease

Gold prices rallied sharply on Friday, putting the precious metal on track for its strongest weekly performance since late January as a weaker U.S. dollar, lower oil prices and softer Federal Reserve rate hike expectations...

Politics

Germany Warns of Daily Hybrid Warfare Threats

Germany is facing foreign hybrid warfare operations on a daily basis, Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has warned after authorities discovered an explosive-carrying drone at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Dobrindt said hostile...

ICE to Complete Nationwide Body Camera Rollout by End of August

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will equip all officers and agents working in the field with body-worn cameras by the end of August, accelerating a nationwide rollout that was initially expected to take...

Joe Biden’s Prostate Cancer Has Spread Further, Hunter Biden Says

Former U.S. President Joe Bidens prostate cancer has spread beyond his bones and is causing significant pain, according to his son, Hunter Biden, who discussed his fathers health in a BBC interview. Speaking to the BBCs...

Senate Majority Leader John Thune Moves to Advance Crypto Clarity Act

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has taken a key step toward advancing the Clarity Act, a major cryptocurrency regulation bill that could establish the first comprehensive federal framework for the U.S. crypto...

Taiwan President Lai Oversees Coastal Strike Drills in Han Kuang War Games

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te observed coastal strike drills on Saturday as the island continued its annual Han Kuang military exercises, designed to strengthen Taiwans defence readiness against a potential Chinese attack....

Science

Blue Origin New Glenn Explosion Could Delay Launch Operations Until 2028

Blue Origin is facing a significant setback after a dramatic explosion involving its New Glenn rocket severely damaged a launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Florida. According to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman, repairs to the...

Blue Origin New Glenn Rocket Explodes During Launch Pad Test, Delaying Space Ambitions

Blue Origin suffered a major setback after its uncrewed New Glenn rocket exploded during a launch pad test in Florida on Thursday, raising new challenges for Jeff Bezos space company as it competes with Elon Musks SpaceX...

SpaceX Delays Starship V3 Launch Ahead of Potential Record IPO

SpaceX on Thursday postponed the highly anticipated launch of its 12th Starship rocket test from Texas after technical issues interrupted the final countdown. The company now plans to attempt the Starship V3 launch again...

Trump Administration Releases New UFO Files and Apollo Mission Records

The U.S. Defense Department has released dozens of previously classified UFO-related files following an order from President Donald Trump, sparking renewed debate over unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) and government...

China vs. NASA: The New Moon Race and What's at Stake by 2030

The space race is back and this time, its a direct competition between the United States and China for dominance on the lunar surface. NASAs Artemis II mission recently made history when four astronauts flew farther into...

Technology

Nvidia Seen Beating Q2 Targets as Vera Rubin Cycle Begins

Nvidia (NVDA) could enter a multi-quarter growth cycle as shipments of its next-generation Vera Rubin AI chips begin, with BofA Global Research forecasting stronger-than-expected quarterly results and maintaining a bullish...

OpenAI Restricts Astra AI Over Cyberattack Risks

OpenAI has reportedly restricted parts of the development of its next-generation AI model, code-named Astra, after early evaluations indicated the system could potentially carry out sophisticated cyberattacks with limited...

Nvidia to Invest Up to $3 Billion in Blackstone-Backed Lancium

Nvidia is reportedly preparing to invest as much as $3 billion in Lancium, a Blackstone-backed power infrastructure developer involved in the Stargate artificial intelligence infrastructure initiative, as demand for...

Meta Ordered to Pay $567M Over Child Safety Violations in New Mexico

Meta Platforms Inc. has been ordered to pay $567 million into a fund designed to address harm to young people, in a major legal ruling involving child safety on Facebook and Instagram. Judge Bryan Biedscheid of New Mexicos...

Nintendo Shares Jump as Switch 2 Sales Boost Earnings

Nintendo shares surged nearly 5% on Friday after the Japanese gaming giant reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings and upgraded its full-year financial outlook, supported by robust demand for the new Switch...