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Digital Currency Revolution

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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

Thailand Tightens Grip on Crypto with New P2P Transaction Rules to Curb Fraud

Apr 11, 2024 13:34 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

In a decisive move to clamp down on online fraud, Thailands digital economy minister, Prasert Jantararuangthong, announced new regulatory measures targeting peer-to-peer cryptocurrency transactions. These measures,...

Digital Currency Revolution

AI Predicts Shiba Inu's Value to Double Prior to Bitcoin's Next Halving

Apr 11, 2024 13:27 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

With the growing expectation that Bitcoin will be halved, the cryptocurrency market is becoming increasingly volatile. Despite these fluctuations, the BTC price reclaims the $70,000 mark, while altcoins remain divided....

Digital Currency Revolution

Ethereum Surges with Whale Moves, Buterin Proposes Decentralization Boost

Apr 11, 2024 11:38 am UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Ethereum (ETH) has rebounded sharply, climbing 5.3% after a significant drop amidst a flurry of whale transactions totaling over $67 million. Concurrently, Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin introduced a novel strategy to...

Digital Currency Revolution

SHIB Army's Record Burn Spike 48,554% Following Kusama's Festive Message

Apr 11, 2024 11:27 am UTC| Technology Digital Currency

According to recent data shared by the Shibburn team, within the last 24 hours, the SHIB army has transferred a massive amount of meme coins to inferno wallets, effectively burning those SHIBs with no chance of recovery....

Digital Currency Revolution

US CPI Surges to 3.5%, Bitcoin Tumbles Amid Inflation Fears

Apr 10, 2024 15:08 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

In a striking development, the US CPI for March soared to 3.5%, exceeding forecasts and intensifying inflation concerns. This uptick has notably influenced Bitcoins trajectory, leading to a sharp decline as investors...

Digital Currency Revolution

New Zealand Risks Falling Behind in Crypto Innovation with Cautious Stance

Apr 10, 2024 14:29 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly warns that New Zealands wait and see approach to cryptocurrency may hinder its potential to benefit from the burgeoning digital asset sector. With the global race in...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu's Fate Hangs in Balance: Whales Vanish, Price Pivot Point Nears

Apr 10, 2024 14:22 pm UTC| Technology Digital Currency

Amid a significant decline in large transactions by Shiba Inus (SHIB) whales, the cryptocurrency faces potential volatility. Eyes are on a crucial technical pattern that could either lead to a rally or further decline....

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Economy

Impact of Iran-Israel conflict on Stocks, Gold and Bitcoin

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Japan Posts 7.7% Growth in Machinery Orders

In a striking development that looks set to invigorate Japans economic prospects, a key gauge of capital spending in the country has seen its most significant jump in over a year. According to Cabinet Office data released...

How cuts to marginal income tax could boost the UK’s stagnant economic growth

The British prime minister recently claimed the UK economy has turned a corner. Rishi Sunak said inflation figures were encouraging, and proclaimed that 2024 would be the year Britain bounces back. According to his...

A sustainable future begins at ground level

In 2015, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a call to action in global partnership. By 2023 it appears that our progress has been far from satisfactory in achieving these...

Digital trade protocol for Africa: why it matters, what’s in it and what’s still missing

In February 2024, African heads of states adopted a draft protocol to regulate digital trade within the continent. This significant yet challenging course for Africas digital economy fits into the broader trade agreement,...

Politics

Nvidia RTX 4090D Embroiled in US-China Tech Rivalry; South Korea Navigates Chip Export Dilemma

The U.S. government has tightened export restrictions on high-performance semiconductor chips to China, including the Nvidia RTX 4090D, and is urging South Korea to enforce similar curbs, marking a significant escalation...

Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

One year after the federal government closed Roxham Road, refugee claims in Canada continue to increase: there were 143,785 in 2023 compared to 91,730 in 2022. The surprise announcement in March 2023 to modify Canadas...

Who will Trump pick as his running mate?

Being second in line for leadership of the most powerful country in the world is not an easy job. But for Mike Pence, vice president under Donald Trump, things were even harder than usual. As insurrectionists descended...

US and Japan Boost AI, Semiconductor Alliance; EU Eyes Reduction in China Dependence

Japan and the United States are poised to deepen ties in the high-tech sector, signaling a strategic move to enhance their global partnership with a focus on artificial intelligence and semiconductor...

US Finalizes Ban List for Chinese Chipmakers; Boosts Mexico Semiconductor Ties

The United States is finalizing a list of Chinese chip factories banned from receiving vital technology, aiming to curb Beijings tech advancements amid national security concerns. Concurrently, a US-Mexico semiconductor...

Science

Could a telescope ever see the beginning of time? An astronomer explains

The James Webb Space Telescope, or JWST for short, is one of the most advanced telescopes ever built. Planning for JWST began over 25 years ago, and construction efforts spanned over a decade. It was launched into space on...

US media coverage of new science less likely to mention researchers with African and East Asian names

When one Chinese national recently petitioned the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to become a permanent resident, he thought his chances were pretty good. As an accomplished biologist, he figured that news...

If life exists on Jupiter’s moon Europa, scientists might soon be able to detect it

Europa is one of the largest of more than 90 moons in orbit around the planet Jupiter. It is also one of the best places to look for alien life. Often termed an ocean world by scientists, observations to date strongly...

Exploding stars are rare but emit torrents of radiation − if one happened close enough to Earth, it could threaten life on the planet

Stars like the Sun are remarkably constant. They vary in brightness by only 0.1% over years and decades, thanks to the fusion of hydrogen into helium that powers them. This process will keep the Sun shining steadily for...

An eclipse for everyone – how visually impaired students can ‘get a feel for’ eclipses

Many people in the U.S. will have an opportunity to witness nearly four minutes of a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, as it moves from southern Texas to Maine. But in the U.S., over 7 million people are blind...

Technology

Tesla Cybertruck Recall: NHTSA Flags 3,878 Units for Pedal Issue

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered a recall for Teslas Cybertruck, citing a severe pedal issue that necessitated temporarily halting deliveries to address potential safety...

ShibArmy Issues Critical Alert: No BONE Airdrops, Beware of Scams

The Shiba Inu community is on high alert as ShibArmy Scam Alerts warns against phishing emails falsely promising BONE airdrops. These fraudulent communications are designed to steal personal information and digital assets...

Michael Saylor Nets $370 Million from MicroStrategy Shares Amid Crypto Surge

Michael Saylor, the prominent bitcoin advocate and chairman of MicroStrategy, has capitalized on the companys robust stock performance this year, selling shares worth nearly $370 million. His strategic stock sales coincide...

Bitcoin Braces for $35 Trillion Market Shift With Upcoming Halving

As Bitcoin approaches its pivotal fourth halving today, experts forecast a dramatic surge in value, potentially reaching a $35 trillion market cap. This significant reduction in Bitcoin mining rewards from 6.25 to 3.125...

Shiba Inu Coin Shows Signs of Recovery: Factors Fueling Its Recent Rise

Shiba Inu, the self-proclaimed Dogecoin killer, stoked investor excitement today, April 19, as its price resumed upward. As the broader crypto market prepares for the impending BTC halving, the crypto market had a price...