Africa’s blockchain and crypto space is receiving a much-needed venture boost during a tough time for startups, some of which have retreated from specific markets or completely shut down due to issues like harsh regulatory environment,
Experts, researchers prepare for Pacific Northwest tsunami: ‘You don’t know when this is going to happen’
“The day it releases all that tension, all that stress is just released, the plate lifts up, pushes the water out of the way, and that's what creates the tsunami,” said Dan Cox, a professor of coastal ... ( read original story ...)
Crypto Usage Setting Records Amid Regulatory Uncertainty, A16z Says in Report
Crypto usage has reached record levels, according to venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) in its annual “State of Crypto” report
Best Meme Coins To Buy Now, October 16 – Osaka Protocol, Maneki, Baby Doge Coin
This article analyzes some of the best meme coins to buy. These tokens have displayed impressive price performances and can offer high ROI.
Japan shares fall on weak chip market outlook while LVMH sales drop drags Europe down
LVMH CFO Jean-Jacques Guiony said that “consumer confidence in mainland China today is back in line with the all-time low reached during COVID.” ...
Pokemon x Kogei Craft Exhibit Will Come to Tokyo in Late 2024
The “Pokemon x Kogei – Playful Encounters of Pokemon and Japanese Craft” event will take place at the Azabudai Hills Gallery in Tokyo, Japan. It will run from Friday, November 1, 2024, until Sunday, February 2, 2025. ( read original story ...)
The Tennis World Celebrates Naomi Osaka’s 27th Birthday
Activist, fashion icon, and tennis legend Naomi Osaka turned 27 years old today. The four-time Grand Slam champion regularly discusses her libra tendencies on social media, and fans from all over the world are using their platforms to wish her a happy birthday. ( read original story ...)
Any deployment of U.S. nuclear arms to Japan would collapse regional stability, Russia says
Any deployment of U.S. nuclear weapons to Japan in the framework of an "Asian NATO" would lead to a collapse in regional stability, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on ... ( read original story ...)
China’s $6.5 Trillion Stock Plunge Nightmare Isn’t Over Yet
If you think Jerome Powell and Kazuo Ueda are having a rough 2024, consider the plight of their central banking counterpart in Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Elizabeth Warren’s Crypto Haters Are Burning Cash in Her Senate Race
Crypto industry donors have given more than three times more than small donors to support Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s opponent John Deaton.
Tech legend Marc Andreessen’s latest venture: Rallying Silicon Valley around Trump’s stances on crypto, AI and taxes
Marc Andreessen hit a home run three decades ago by co-founding a web-browsing pioneer called Netscape Communications. He has gone on to rack up more big hits in the tech sector as an investor and co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz,
Famous birthdays for Oct. 16: Tim Robbins, Naomi Osaka
WNBA and Olympic legend Sue Bird turns 43 and tennis star Naomi Osaka turns 26, among the famous birthdays for Oct. 16. ( read original story ...)
A pro-Trump PAC has received millions in crypto donations since June
The former president has positioned himself as the pro-crypto candidate this election cycle. But he hasn't always had nice things to say about crypto.
Praxis Secures $525M in Funding to Build Crypto-Powered Network City
Praxis secured $525M in funding. The project aims to merge cutting-edge technology with the revival of Western values.
Food Innovators’ IPO fully subscribed, public offer 6.3 times subscribed
In total, the private placement and public tranches have a subscription rate of 1.4 times. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Voters in Japan’s Noto hit by quake, rain call for support to rebuild
Voters in Ishikawa Prefecture, struck by a strong earthquake on the Noto Peninsula on New Year's Day, are calling for government s ... ( read original story ...)