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S. Korea’s borrowing restrictions and higher interest rates increases number of buildings sold at court auctions

Jan 24, 2022 23:40 pm UTC| Economy Business Law

The number of buildings in South Korea put up for court auction has increased since October of last year following the governments introduction of stricter regulations for loans and higher interest rates. The number of...

Japan's Supreme Court favors website owner over nonconsensual bitcoin mining case

Jan 22, 2022 17:29 pm UTC| Law Economy Digital Currency

Japans Supreme Court absolved web designer Seiya Moroi, 34, of using cryptocurrency mining software Coinhive on unsuspecting visitors to his website after a four-year legal battle. According to the Supreme Court, there...

Busan court sentences defendant to 8 months in prison for flying drones to spy on others

Jan 18, 2022 23:23 pm UTC| Law Economy Technology

The Busan District Court Eastern Branch sentenced a 39-year-old man to eight months in prison last week for flying a drone from an apartment in July to illegally video record four adult men and women shirtless inside the...

Crocs files trademark application for NFT and digital collectibles

Jan 17, 2022 10:50 am UTC| Economy Digital Currency Law

Colorado-based American shoe company Crocs may be delving into the world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) based on its US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) filing. Rocs filing was described as Downloadable Virtual Goods...

Premier League awarded $213 million over collapsed PPTV deal

Jan 13, 2022 23:34 pm UTC| Law Sports Economy

UK High Courts Justice Fraser ordered Chinese broadcaster PP Sports to pay the Premier League US$213 million it owes to the Premier League. The Premier League terminated its deal with PP Sports in September 2020, a year...

Canada fines Keurig Dr. Pepper $2.37 million over inaccurate recyclability claims

Jan 10, 2022 23:48 pm UTC| Law Economy Nature

Canadas Competition Bureau fined the Canadian arm of Keurig Dr. Pepper Inc. US$2.37 million for misleading consumers on recyclability claims about its K-Cups. K-Cups are Keurig Canadas signature single-use coffee...

Supreme Court considers derailing federal vaccine mandates

Jan 10, 2022 13:10 pm UTC| Law

Conservative justices on the Supreme Court appeared to signal a belief that the Biden administration may have overreached in ordering private companies to require that staff be vaccinated or subject to regular testing. But...

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Economy

OpenAI, Samsung Talks Signal a Major Shift for Galaxy Devices, Threatening Google’s AI Stronghold

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with Samsung to bring its cutting-edge AI technology to Galaxy devices. This potential partnership could pose a significant challenge to Googles dominance in both AI and its partnership...

TikTok CEO Turns to Musk for Guidance Amid Trump Policy Concerns, WSJ Reports

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has reportedly consulted Elon Musk for insights on navigating potential U.S. tech policy shifts under the Trump administration, according to the Wall Street Journal. ByteDance executives remain...

Siri's AI Upgrade in iOS 19 May Signal Apple's Split from OpenAI and ChatGPT

In a bold move, Apple plans to overhaul Siri with advanced AI in iOS 19, potentially ending its partnership with OpenAI. The new Siri aims to match ChatGPTs capabilities, offering users more natural conversations and the...

Nvidia CEO: Trump’s AI Export Limits Won’t Halt Global Tech Collaboration

Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, expressed confidence that global tech collaboration will persist, even under U.S. export restrictions on advanced AI technologies introduced during Trumps term. Speaking in Hong Kong, Huang...

Canada retail sales rises in September

According to Statistics Canadas preliminary estimate, retail sales increased by a strong 0.4% month-over-month (m/m) in September. When inflation was taken into account, the gain was even more noticeable, with retail sales...

Politics

Donald Trump’s Vaccine Cabinet ‘Showdown’? Nesheiwat and RFK Jr. Could Clash Over Public Health Policies

President-elect Donald Trumps contrasting Cabinet nominees for health rolesDr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health and Human Services Secretaryhave sparked debates about the future of...

Donald Trump Cases ‘Sabotaged’ by Alvin Bragg’s Hush Money Charges: ‘It’s Over Before It Began!’

Former federal prosecutor Elie Honig has criticized Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Braggs handling of the hush money case against President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that it poisoned the well for subsequent...

Mexico Scrambles to Replace Chinese Parts Amid USMCA Tensions: ‘We’ll Fight to Stay In!

Mexico is urgently revising its trade policies and supply chain strategies amid fears that its role in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) could be at risk. Rising allegations that Mexico serves as a conduit for...

Lindsey Graham’s Fiery Warning: ‘Crush Your Economy’ Over Netanyahu Arrest Warrant Shocks U.S. Allies

Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of President-elect Donald Trump, issued a stark warning to U.S. allies on Friday, threatening economic sanctions against nations that comply with the International Criminal Courts...

Donald Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Nominees Face Grim Betting Odds: ‘The Market Doesn’t Lie!’

As President-elect Donald Trump finalizes his Cabinet for his second term, betting markets are casting doubt on the confirmation of some of his most polarizing nominees. From allegations of sexual misconduct to...

Science

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Blue Origin Prepares to Test New Glenn Rocket, Set to Rival SpaceX's Falcon Rockets

Blue Origin is making significant strides toward testing its New Glenn rocket, designed to compete with SpaceXs Falcon lineup. With seven BE-4 engines producing 3.8 million pounds of thrust, the New Glenn is set to test...

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Technology

Tesla Turns Shell Gas Station in Spain Into a Sleek Supercharger Hub, Redefining EV Charging

Tesla has transformed a Shell gas station in Cordoba, Spain, into a striking Supercharger hub, marking a bold shift in EV infrastructure and pushing the boundaries of traditional fueling spaces. Tesla Converts Shell...

Shiba Inu Sends Urgent Scam Alert Amid 12% Price Spike: Details Unveiled

Shiba Inus Lucie has issued an urgent warning about shady actors exploiting the crypto community. Her call for caution aligns with SHIBs impressive 12% price surge, reaching $0.00002759. Users are urged to stick to...

Ethereum's Path to $20K: Correction Likely First, Analysts Warn

Ethereum has surged over 33% in the past month, trading above $3,368, but a correction might be on the horizon. Analysts suggest this dip could precede a powerful rally to $20,000 by 2025. With Bitcoin closing in on...

Stellar Jumps 80% to $0.55 as Grayscale Trust Adds Millions—Is $1 Within Reach?

Stellars price surged over 80%, reaching $0.55 amid strong buying momentum and a sharp rise in trading volumes. Analysts suggest a bullish pattern could drive prices toward $3 or even $5, sparking renewed investor...

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Explodes 49,646% as SHIB Price Climbs 10% in Stunning Market Rally

Shiba Inu witnessed a burn rate surge of 49,646% in just one day, eliminating over 175 million tokens. This extraordinary burn event paralleled a remarkable 10% price jump, solidifying SHIBs market momentum. Shiba Inus...