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A block chain or blockchain is a permissionless distributed database that maintains a continuously-growing list of transaction records hardened against tampering and revision. It consists of blocks, holding batches of individual transactions. Each block contains a timestamp and an information linking it to a previous block. The block chain is seen as the main technical innovation of bitcoin, where it serves as the decentralized public ledger of all bitcoin transactions. This original design has been the inspiration for other cryptocurrencies and distributed databases. In this series, we cover latest development stories related to blockchain and its applications around the world.

Blockchain Revolution Series

Digital Currency Revolution

Reality Shares becomes Blockforce Capital to better reflect focus on blockchain, cryptocurrency investing

Aug 24, 2018 04:33 am UTC| Digital Currency

Reality Shares has announced that it is becoming Blockforce Capital in order to reflect its broader focus on delivering unparalleled access to blockchain and cryptocurrency investments. According to the official...

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Kenya mulls to tap blockchain technology for elections

Aug 23, 2018 11:54 am UTC| Digital Currency

Kenyas electoral agency is seeking to tap into blockchain potential to offer real-time results, according to Bloomberg. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairman Wafula Chebukati told the media...

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World Bank to settle A$100M blockchain bond this month

Aug 23, 2018 10:55 am UTC| Digital Currency Fintech

The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), or the World Bank, is going to settle a blockchain-based bond worth A$100 million (US$73.16) million on August 28, Reuters reported. Earlier this month,...

Blockchain Revolution Series

Digital Currency Revolution

Bank of Thailand taps R3’s Corda DLT platform for wholesale central bank digital currency

Aug 23, 2018 06:40 am UTC| Digital Currency Fintech

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has announced that it is developing a wholesale central bank digital currency (wholesale CBDC) using R3s Corda platform. The central bank has officially unveiled Project Inthanon aimed at...

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National Research Council of Canada launches Ethereum blockchain explorer

Aug 23, 2018 05:41 am UTC| Digital Currency

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) has officially announced the launch of a new blockchain explorer. The Ethereum-based blockchain explorer has been developed by Bitaccess using the Catena Blockchain Suite,...

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Privacy-focused blockchain platform ZenCash announces new brand “Horizen”

Aug 23, 2018 04:19 am UTC| Digital Currency

ZenCash, a privacy-focused blockchain platform, has announced its brand expansion with a new name Horizen in its efforts to reflect the significant technical, commercial, and community developments it has achieved since...

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RiskBlock Alliance picks EY as blockchain security and risk services provider

Aug 23, 2018 03:30 am UTC| Digital Currency

The Institutes RiskBlock Alliance, a blockchain consortium for the risk management and insurance industry, has announced EY as the primary service provider for blockchain-specific cybersecurity and risk management...

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Economy

China’s Nio Brings Firefly EV to Europe in 2025 to Challenge Mini and Smart

Chinas Nio is preparing to launch its Firefly EV in Europe by early 2025, aiming to rival Mini and Smart. As the company expands its presence, its also addressing tariff challenges with innovative battery-swapping stations...

Holiday Travel Faces Turmoil as TSA Warns Shutdown Could Trigger Airport Delays Across the US

The TSA has warned that a government shutdown could severely disrupt airport operations during the holiday season. With 59,000 essential staff working unpaid, record passenger volumes may result in longer wait times unless...

Starbucks Union Strike Expands Nationwide as Baristas Demand Higher Wages, Better Schedules, and Fair Staffing

Unionized Starbucks workers walked off their jobs Friday, closing cafes in cities like Los Angeles and Chicago. The five-day strike escalates nationwide, with baristas demanding higher wages, better staffing, and improved...

Soaring EV Sales Spark Scramble for Lithium and Graphite as 2030 Supply Pinch Looms

A booming market could drive electric vehicle sales from 4.5 million this year to nearly 28 million by 2030, pressuring scarce battery resources. A new McKinsey analysis highlights looming shortages in lithium, manganese,...

Honda, Nissan Discuss Factory Sharing Moves to Counter Trump’s Trade Shifts and Expand Global Reach

Factory sharing between Honda and Nissan could reshape their global presence as they navigate uncertainties tied to Trumps policies. Talks highlight their strategic efforts to streamline operations and secure a competitive...

Politics

Jack Posobiec Vows to Sue 'Every Member' of Jan. 6 Committee, Starting with Liz Cheney'

Political commentator Jack Posobiec has announced plans to file a class-action lawsuit against all members of the January 6th Committee, beginning with former Representative Liz Cheney. Posobiecs declaration follows recent...

Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls Derek Chauvin a 'Political Prisoner' and Demands His Release'

In a recent social media post, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) referred to Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, as a political prisoner and called for his...

Donald Trump's Alleged Plans to Fire Elon Musk Spark Controversy Over Administration Rift and Business Ties

Speculation is mounting over reports that former President Donald Trump is considering removing Elon Musk from any future role in his administration. The rumors, amplified by a post on Polymarket predicting only a 13%...

Mitt Romney Claims 'Democrats Will Save Johnson' Sparking Outrage Over 'Speaker's Leadership and Bipartisan Politics'

In a striking statement, Senator Mitt Romney suggested that Democrats may intervene to keep Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. The claim, shared in a tweet by conservative commentator Laura Loomer, has sparked a fiery...

Sen. Mike Lee Predicts 'Mike Johnson Ouster' and Floats 'Vivek or Elon' for Speaker Role

Utah Senator Mike Lee has stirred political discourse by predicting House Speaker Mike Johnson could soon be ousted from his role. Lees comments, made during a radio interview on Thursday, included a surprising pitch for...

Science

Emergency Declared as Bird Flu 'Spreads' to California Dairy Cows

California Governor Gavin Newsom has officially declared a state of emergency in response to the rapidly escalating bird flu outbreak. The declaration comes after avian influenza was detected in dairy cows, a rare and...

Missing Radioactive Material in New Jersey Sparks Panic — Are Drones ‘Hunting for It’?

A small amount of radioactive material went missing in New Jersey earlier this month, raising concerns over public safety and potential security risks. The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) confirmed on December 2,...

Some black holes at the centers of galaxies have a buddy − but detecting these binary pairs isn’t easy

Every galaxy has a supermassive black hole at its center, much like every egg has a yolk. But sometimes, hens lay eggs with two yolks. In a similar way, astrophysicists like us who study supermassive black holes expect to...

Astronomers have pinpointed the origin of mysterious repeating radio bursts from space

Slowly repeating bursts of intense radio waves from space have puzzled astronomers since they were discovered in 2022. In new research, we have for the first time tracked one of these pulsating signals back to its...

How is Donald Trump prioritizing funding for cancer research in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a major initiative to prioritize funding for cancer research in 2025, pledging billions in federal support to combat one of the worlds leading causes of death. The plan includes...

Technology

Samsung Plans Ultra-Thin Galaxy S25 Slim to Rival iPhone 17 Air in 2025 Flagship Battle

Samsung is reportedly preparing to unveil its thinnest flagship yet, the Galaxy S25 Slim, early next year. The device, with a rumored sub-7mm thickness, is aimed at challenging Apples iPhone 17 Air while pushing the...

Tesla Addresses 'Cell Dent' Issues in Cybertruck Batteries, Sends Units Back to Gigafactory Texas

Tesla has discovered cell dent problems in its Cybertruck battery packs, prompting the automaker to send affected vehicles back to Gigafactory Texas for replacement. The issue affects inventory vehicles and highlights...

Top AI Chip Stock Positioned for Explosive 2025 Growth, Jefferies Signals Major Upside

A top-performing AI chip company has emerged as Jefferies standout stock for 2025, fueled by groundbreaking advancements in custom chip designs. Analysts predict the firm could achieve record-breaking revenues and market...

NVIDIA Tracks China’s H100 Chip Breach as Super Micro Computer Faces New Compliance Pressure

NVIDIA is probing how restricted H100 chips are ending up in China. Allegations of forged serial numbers and questionable distributor practices, including Super Micro Computer, have triggered a sweeping investigation into...

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Leak Hints at Faster Performance but 4K Output Reportedly Capped at 30 FPS

A recent leak claims the Nintendo Switch 2 dock will enable faster performance but may disappoint fans with its rumored 4K resolution limit at 30 FPS. Updated Joy-Con details and dock specifications provide intriguing...