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There has been a lot of speculation as of late regarding the new bitcoin-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) application submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by BlackRock. Many are calling this a revolutionary moment in crypto, and there are several analysts out there who think it’s going to pave the way for all kinds of good things including future crypto-centered ETFs and a few major bitcoin price booms. Why the BlackRock BTC ETF May not Be the...

While all the predictions from influential figures and institutions mentioned in our article provide intriguing insights, it’s always crucial to approach them with caution. Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has been on a bullish but rollercoaster ride since its inception in 2009. Over the years, it has gained popularity as both a cryptocurrency and a fast-growing investment asset. As we approach 2024, the crypto market is bound to continue evolving, and Bitcoin is...

Elon Musk – the South African billionaire behind successful companies like Tesla and SpaceX – has some huge plans for Twitter, which he’s recently renamed “X.” He wants to make the social media platform the ultimate financial giant by allegedly building a crypto and stock trading platform within its walls. Elon Musk is Potentially Turning X into a Financial Powerhouse The news comes after documents were leaked suggesting Musk received financial data from anonymous...

Although hundreds of billions away, Microsoft’s valuation is gradually closing in on that of Apple, racing to become the world’s largest. Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) is making progress with its valuation and seems ready to give Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL) a run for its money. The company’s valuation is now moving closer to Apple’s as it races to overtake the iPhone maker as the world’s largest company by market cap. According to Marketwatch data as of writing time, Apple shares have...

With the new Google’s Bard extensions, users have control on deciding whom to give access to their data. These extensions can also work together and collaboratively. In the latest update, Google’s AI platform Bard has introduced a double-check feature along with the ability to connect the Bard chatbot with Google apps and services. This includes Google Docs, Gmail, Drive, YouTube, Maps, Google Flights, and hotels. Google will make these services available through new Bard extensions and...

Starting this week, TikTok plans to begin testing the “AI-generated” labels, which will automatically mark content identified as having been edited or created using AI. In response to the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in content creation, TikTok has unveiled a new feature to enhance users’ transparency on the platform. On September 19, the social media giant announced its plans to introduce new tools and technologies that allow content creators to label AI-generated...

Aside from the popular Apple and Samsung brands, Huawei is probably one of the few other companies that has designed its smartphone processor. Another threat may just have added to the number of issues that Apple Inc (NASDAQ: APPL) currently faces in China. Despite the pertinent geopolitical and economic threats to its existence in the region, the giant tech firm now faces an additional challenge from a resurgent Huawei. That is because China’s biggest semiconductor manufacturer SMIC has...

Francis Suarez – the republican mayor of Miami who recently threw his hat into the presidential ring – has announced his intention to accept crypto donations for his campaign. Francis Suarez to Accept BTC Donations This should come as no surprise given what a bitcoin bull Suarez is. He even announced back in 2022 when he began his term as mayor that he would like to garner his paycheck in BTC. He said at the time: I’m going to take my next paycheck 100% in...

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, in their statement regarding the arrest of the alledged fraudsters, pointed out that JPEX was not licensed and lacked the authority to host a cryptocurrency trading platform within the community. Hong Kong police arrested six individuals in connection with allegations of fraud related to an unlicensed cryptocurrency exchange known as JPEX. According to the securities, this exchange was operating without the necessary license and...

Similarly, the global rice market is currently under pressure as China, the world’s top rice producer, deals with severe rain and flood concerns in its grain-producing north-eastern area. Olive oil, a staple in kitchens around the world, has recently become the center of attention due to an unprecedented surge in price. As severe droughts plague major olive-producing countries in the Mediterranean region, supplies are dwindling. Drought’s Grip on Olive Production The United States...