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What Is Beam Chain? How Can It Impact Ethereum in 2025
For Ethereum, 2024 was a year of wins and struggles. On one hand, ETH didn’t join Bitcoin in setting a new all-time high in December and lagged behind in market cap performance. On the other hand, the blockchain saw technological progress and continues to host the most diverse ecosystem. Can AI Help Solve Cosmic Mysteries?
The Universe has puzzled humanity for years. Today, despite technological progress and scientific discoveries, there are still big questions unanswered. Is there life outside the Earth, how and why does space keep expanding, and what about multiverses? Maybe AI can help solve the mysteries. Updates on Compensation for Terra/LUNA Victims
In mid-2022, the Terra platform suffered a massive collapse, resulting in over $40 billion in losses for investors. Nearly two years later, clients and creditors are still awaiting compensation. Finally, there's been progress in the case, though investors continue to feel disheartened. 
Securing Investments for Web3 Games is Growing More Challenging
Robby Yung, the CEO of Animoca Brands, has revealed that due to a shortage of capital, investors in the realm of Web3 games have become increasingly demanding when it comes to new projects. They now expect to witness substantial progress at the early stages of development. 
Coinbase expands to Canada with official launch
Coinbase, the cryptocurrency exchange, has joined forces with Peoples Trust Company. This collaboration facilitates access to the Interac e-Transfers system, streamlining deposit and withdrawal processes for its Canadian user base.
What's more, they're gifting users a one-month free gateway into the Coinbase One subscription. This means no trade-related fees, amplified staking profits, and swift client support.
"Canada is well positioned to be a global leader in the cryptoeconomy thanks to the high levels of crypto awareness, a passionate local tech ecosystem, and the progress towards a strong regulatory framework," voiced Nana Murugesan, the International Development VP at Coinbase. Partisan Disputes Derail Progress on Stablecoin Regulation
US stablecoin legislation negotiations have stalled, with House Financial Services Chair Patrick McHenry blaming the White House. McHenry noted that the parties were closer than ever to a bipartisan deal after 15 months of talks.
However, Rep. Maxine Waters criticized the current stablecoin bill as "deeply problematic," voicing concerns about state regulators approving stablecoin issuances without Federal Reserve input. She also feared companies like Amazon and Facebook issuing their own digital currencies. Ripple's legal battle with SEC costs $200 million and counting
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed that the company has spent $200 million defending itself against a lawsuit brought by the United States Securities Exchange Commission (SEC). He made this statement during a fireside chat at the Dubai Fintech Summit, highlighting the differences in crypto regulation progress between the U.S., the UAE, and Europe. 
Autonomous Vehicles: The Progress and Challenges in 2024
Modern cars are packed with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that automate functions like parking, steering, and braking. With time, more and more features are getting automated. While people currently remain in charge of controlling cars, technology is expected to reach a level of fully autonomous, self-driving vehicles. 
India's PM calls for universal cryptocurrency regulation
Narendra Modi speaks in favor of an integrated approach to new technologies. As tech progress accelerates, he advises the global community to establish wide-reaching rules and a collective strategy.
"At the same time, the rules, regulations, and framework around it should not belong to one country or a group of countries. So not only crypto, but all emerging technologies need a global framework and regulations," highlighted India's Premier. Bitdeer launches bitcoin mining operations in Bhutan
Bitdeer Technologies Group, based in Singapore, has successfully set up an avant-garde bitcoin mining facility in Gedu, Bhutan – a nation recently recognized for its crypto investments.
As the facility approaches the end of its trial run, many of its mining units are already in operation. Reflecting on the progress, Bitdeer's CEO, Linghui Kong remarked:
"We made significant strides on both the operational and infrastructure fronts during July." Sustainable Energy and Crypto: Is There a Shared Future?
The progress of renewable energy could gain a considerable boost from cryptocurrency miners' efforts. But how can we curb excessive power usage in mining while enhancing its sustainability? First, we need to understand the term "sustainable", which has broader implications especially when related to manufacturing, economics, and finance. 1 - 17 of 17 results