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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

Bitcoin: The Next Reserve Asset? Central Banks Encouraged to Adopt for Stability

Oct 27, 2024 05:52 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

A new report from the Bitcoin Policy Institute suggests that Bitcoin could serve as a vital reserve asset for central banks. Economist Matthew Ferranti emphasizes that Bitcoins weak correlation with traditional assets and...

Digital Currency Revolution

Coinbase Unveils 'Based Agent'—Craft AI Crypto Agents with Wallets in Just 3 Minutes

Oct 27, 2024 05:36 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

In a groundbreaking move, Coinbase has launched Based Agent, enabling crypto enthusiasts to build AI agents connected to crypto wallets in less than three minutes. This innovative tool allows users to execute onchain tasks...

Digital Currency Revolution

BlackRock Sweeps Up $292M in Bitcoin ETFs, Edging Closer to Crypto Supremacy

Oct 27, 2024 03:07 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

In a monumental surge, BlackRock snapped up $292 million in Bitcoin ETFs on Friday, reinforcing its grip on the crypto landscape and overshadowing rival issuers. The firms cumulative net inflows now hover near $24 billion,...

Digital Currency Revolution

Microsoft's Bitcoin Move Could Spark Tech Domino Effect, Anthony Pompliano Suggests

Oct 27, 2024 02:53 am UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

Microsofts consideration of adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet has captured the crypto worlds attention. Anthony Pompliano points to the companys dollar stability concerns, suggesting that this bold step could trigger a...

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XRP's Path to $95? Analyst Sees Netflix-Style Rally for the Crypto’s Price

Oct 26, 2024 23:13 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

In a bold prediction, a crypto analyst forecasts XRPs price might reach $95, citing similarities between XRPs price movements and Netflixs stock trajectory. His analysis hints at a potential breakout, undeterred by...

Digital Currency Revolution

Shiba Inu's SHIB 'Inferno' Index Ignites 233% with 9M Tokens Burned in a Day, Weekly Rate Cools

Oct 26, 2024 22:45 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

The SHIB Inferno Index for Shiba Inu erupted with a 233% increase, fueled by the community burning 9 million tokens in a single day. Despite the daily blaze, the weekly burn rate has plunged, shedding light on the...

Digital Currency Revolution

Solana, XRP ETFs Brace for Election Impact as Trump Eyes Pro-Crypto SEC Leadership Change

Oct 26, 2024 22:31 pm UTC| Digital Currency Technology Business

With U.S. election dynamics stirring cryptocurrency markets, upcoming Solana and XRP ETFs may hinge on potential shifts in regulatory policy if Donald Trump wins the presidency. Analysts suggest a Trump victory could usher...

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Economy

Asian Currencies Edge Higher as Markets Look to Fed Rate Cut; Rupee Steadies Near Record Lows

Asian currencies strengthened slightly on Friday as traders grew more confident that the U.S. Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next week. The US Dollar Index slipped 0.1% in Asian hours, hovering near a one-month...

Oil Prices Hold Steady as Ukraine Tensions and Fed Cut Expectations Support Market

Oil prices traded mostly steady in Asia on Friday, holding on to gains from the previous session as geopolitical uncertainty and growing expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut continued to support sentiment. As of...

BOJ Faces Pressure for Clarity, but Neutral Rate Estimates Likely to Stay Vague

Investors hoping the Bank of Japan will reveal clearer guidance on how high interest rates might rise may be disappointed, according to several former BOJ officials. Governor Kazuo Uedas recent hawkish tone has pushed...

Putin in Delhi: Assessing the Stakeholders. A Comprehensive Examination of Defence, Energy, and Aspirations for Export Expansion."

With discussions spanning new S-400 regiments, cooperative Su-57 fighter and hypersonic technology, and long-term agreements on Russian crude, LNG, and nuclear initiatives, Putins visit to Delhi places defence and energy...

Asian Currencies Steady as Rupee Hits Record Low Amid Fed Rate Cut Bets

Most Asian currencies held steady on Thursday after modest gains, as markets continued to price in the possibility of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. The US Dollar Index edged 0.1% higher following an overnight dip...

Politics

Cuba Reaffirms Anti-Drug Cooperation as Tensions Rise in the Caribbean

Cuban authorities announced that the island is intensifying its fight against narcotics trafficking in the Caribbean, emphasizing ongoing cooperation with the U.S. Coast Guard despite heightened political tensions and an...

Drones Spotted Near Zelenskiy’s Flight Path in Ireland Trigger Security Alert

An Irish naval vessel detected as many as five drones operating close to the flight path of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiys aircraft as he arrived in Ireland for a state visit, according to local media reports on...

Australia Progresses AUKUS Review as U.S. Affirms Strong Support

Australia is moving forward with the newly received United States review of the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine partnership, signalling renewed confidence in the trilateral defence pact with the U.S. and the United...

Trump Administration Tightens H-1B Visa Vetting With New Focus on Free Speech and Censorship

The Trump administration has introduced stricter vetting measures for H-1B visa applicants, targeting professionals in highly skilled fields often recruited by major U.S. tech companies. According to an internal State...

China Urged to Prioritize Economy Over Territorial Ambitions, Says Taiwan’s President Lai

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to direct his focus toward revitalizing Chinas weakening economy rather than pursuing territorial expansion, highlighting widening economic contrasts...

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...