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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

Crypto Weekly: Bitcoin Volatility, Pepe Coin Speculations, and XRP Buzz

Jun 30, 2024 18:07 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

This week in the crypto world, Bitcoin faced significant volatility, Ripples XRP generated bullish sentiments, and Pepe Coin stirred speculations with massive sell-offs. Key developments include Bitcoin transfers by...

Digital Currency Revolution

Nigerian Watchdog Urges Blockchain and AI to Combat Africa's Illicit Financial Flows

Jun 30, 2024 17:59 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology

At the Pan-African Conference on Illicit Financial Flows and Taxation, Nigerias EFCC chair Olanipekun Olukoyede emphasized the role of blockchain and AI in combating Africas annual loss of $88.6 billion due to illicit...

Digital Currency Revolution

Amazon's Project Kuiper Faces Delay, First Launch Now Slated for Q4 2024

Jun 30, 2024 17:40 pm UTC| Technology

Amazons Project Kuiper, a rival to Starlink, has postponed its initial satellite launch to the fourth quarter of 2024, according to a recent blog post. The beta trials for the satellite internet system will now begin in...

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Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG 'Velvet Brown' Unveiled Alongside Jordan Legacy 312 'Mint Foam'

Jun 30, 2024 17:35 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

@knowing_kicks have offered a detailed look at the Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low OG Velvet Brown, showcasing its rich coffee hues and subtle Cactus Jack branding. The Mint Foam also refreshes the Jordan Legacy 312 with...

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SEC Delays Spot Ether ETF Launch to Mid-July After Requesting Form Resubmissions

Jun 29, 2024 22:20 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed the launch of spot Ether ETFs, originally anticipated for early July, by requesting resubmissions of S-1 forms. This postponement could push the launch to...

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Bitcoin ETFs Gain Momentum as BlackRock's IBIT Sees $82M Influx

Jun 29, 2024 22:17 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

For the fourth consecutive day, U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded positive inflows, bolstered by BlackRocks IBIT, which saw its first significant influx since June 20. Despite Bitcoins price dip below $60,000, investor...

Digital Currency Revolution

Hamster Kombat Surpasses 150 Million Users, Claims Third-Fastest Growth Record

Jun 29, 2024 22:11 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Hamster Kombat has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 150 million users, making it the third-fastest app in history to reach this number, following the successes of Pokémon GO and Threads. Hamster...

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Economy

Gold Prices Edge Higher as Markets Await Key U.S. PCE Inflation Data

Gold prices moved higher in Asian trading on Friday, supported by a weakening U.S. dollar and strong expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates at its upcoming December 910 meeting. Spot gold rose 0.5%...

Asia’s IPO Market Set for Strong Growth as China and India Drive Investor Diversification

Asias equity capital markets are poised for another strong year as a surge of high-profile IPOs from China and India attracts global investors seeking diversification beyond U.S. assets. In 2025, Asian ECM...

Spain’s Industrial Output Records Steady Growth in October Amid Revised September Figures

Spains industrial sector posted a moderate yet encouraging rise in October, with industrial output increasing 1.2% compared to the same month last year, according to new data released by the National Statistics Institute...

European Stocks Rise as Markets Await Key U.S. Inflation Data

European stock markets edged higher on Friday as investors looked ahead to the delayed release of the Federal Reserves preferred inflation metric, a key indicator ahead of next weeks policy meeting. By early European...

European Oil & Gas Stocks Face 2026 With Cautious Outlook Amid Valuation Pressure

European oil and gas equities are entering 2026 on a more cautious footing as J.P. Morgans latest EU Oils Outlook highlights tightening valuations and growing concerns over a projected global oil oversupply. Despite Brent...

Politics

Taiwan Opposition Criticizes Plan to Block Chinese App Rednote Over Security Concerns

Taiwans political landscape heated up after the government announced a plan to suspend access to the Chinese social media platform Rednoteknown as Xiaohongshufor one year. The interior ministry said the proposed ban stems...

China’s Expanding Maritime Military Presence Alarms Taiwan and Japan

Taiwan and Japan expressed growing concern on Friday over Chinas expanding military activity across East Asian waters, following a Reuters report revealing Beijings largest maritime deployment to date. According to...

Honduras Election Turmoil Intensifies as Nasralla Blames Trump for Shift in Results

Honduran presidential candidate Salvador Nasralla says last-minute interference by former U.S. President Donald Trump undermined his chances in the countrys tightly contested election. Speaking with Reuters, Nasralla, a...

Australia and Japan Strengthen Defence Cooperation Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles will travel to Japan on Saturday for high-level defence talks with his counterpart, Shinjiro Koizumi, as both nations deepen security cooperation in response to growing regional...

U.S. Justice Department Orders Intensified Probe Into Antifa and Domestic Extremist Groups

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal law enforcement agencies to significantly ramp up investigations into the antifa movement and other groups deemed potential domestic extremist threats, according to an...

Science

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...

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Achieves Breakthrough Success With First NASA Mission

Blue Origins massive New Glenn rocket marked a major milestone as it completed its first mission for paying customers, sending two NASA satellites toward Mars and successfully landing its reusable booster at sea. The...

Cogent Biosciences Soars 120% on Breakthrough Phase 3 Results for Bezuclastinib in GIST Treatment

Cogent Biosciences (NASDAQ: COGT) shares skyrocketed over 120% after the biotech company announced groundbreaking results from its Phase 3 PEAK trial evaluating bezuclastinib in combination with sunitinib for patients with...

Trump and Merck KGaA Partner to Slash IVF Drug Costs and Expand Fertility Coverage

U.S. President Donald Trump and German pharmaceutical company Merck KGaA have announced a groundbreaking deal aimed at lowering the cost of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments while boosting access to fertility care in...

Technology

EU Prepares Antitrust Probe Into Meta’s AI Integration on WhatsApp

The European Commission is reportedly preparing to launch a new antitrust investigation into Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ: META) over the companys recent rollout of artificial intelligence features within WhatsApp....

Sam Altman Reportedly Explored Funding for Rocket Venture in Potential Challenge to SpaceX

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reportedly explored raising significant capital to acquire or partner with a rocket company, a move that could have created direct competition with Elon Musks SpaceX. According to a report from the...

Wikipedia Pushes for AI Licensing Deals as Jimmy Wales Calls for Fair Compensation

Wikipedia is seeking additional licensing deals with major technology companies to address the growing financial burden caused by artificial intelligence firms heavily scraping its platform, according to co-founder Jimmy...

Firelight Launches as First XRP Staking Platform on Flare, Introduces DeFi Cover Feature

Firelight reaches 25M XRP deposit cap within hours of launch; ushers in a new era for decentralized XRP staking. A new XRP staking platform, Firelight, has officially launched on the Flare blockchain, marking the first...

OpenAI Moves to Acquire Neptune as It Expands AI Training Capabilities

OpenAI has confirmed plans to acquire Neptune, a startup known for its advanced tools that help companies track, monitor, and optimize AI model training workflows. Although the company did not release the financial details...