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Saving the planet could be blockchain’s killer app
“Putting Paris Agreement carbon markets on Ethereum and connecting the national carbon accounts of the world, is blockchain’s killer app.”
SoftBank, Deutsche Telekom Back $300M Fund With Web3 Component
The fund from DTCP launched in March and is still raising money. It is expected to close in 2023.
Mullen to bid for bankrupt Electric Last Mile Solutions
Mullen Automotive is the leading bidder on bankrupt commercial EV maker Electric Last Mile Solutions, its second major deal this month as it strives to deliver its own electric vehicle. The California-based automaker placed a stalking horse bid of nearly $92 million to buy ELMS, which had been developing a commercial EV called the Urban … Read more
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Nasdaq reportedly preparing crypto custody services for institutions
The firm has reportedly created a new group focusing on digital assets and onboarded Ira Auerbach, who previously worked at Gemini, to lead the unit.
Dozens of civil rights groups are calling on Amazon and MGM to cancel Ring Nation reality show
Wanda Sykes, the host of Ring Nation. | Image: MGM Television Amazon and MGM are marketing Ring Nation, their upcoming reality TV show hosted by comedian and former NSA agent Wanda Sykes, as “a new twist on the popular clip show genre.” But over 40 different civil rights organizations are now speaking out against the … Read more
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Can the Metaverse exist without blockchain?
Read this article to understand why a metaverse can thrive and scale better on blockchain rails.
Michael Saylor can’t stop: MicroStrategy now holds 130,000 Bitcoin
MicroStrategy bought an additional 301 BTC for $6 million at an average price of $19,851, the company’s executive chairman announced on Twitter.
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Roth IRAs: The ideal long-term cryptocurrency investment?
Considering investing in cryptocurrencies for the long run? Roth IRAs and other tax advantages investment vehicles are worth considering.
Augment’s personal AI assistant could help you keep track of a scattered digital life
If you’re having trouble tracking your work and personal life as it spreads over 20 different apps and productivity suites, to the point where you have a meeting in 5 minutes you don’t even remember making, you’re not alone. We can’t all have a PA to keep track for us, but Augment hopes that a … Read more
Spotify now sells audiobooks
Spotify is launching audiobooks within the app. | Image: Spotify There is a lot happening today, so I won’t dally. Spotify is finally launching its audiobooks feature, Adnan Syed of Serial is free, and we are opening up the Hot Pod Summit lottery. Spotify launches audiobooks in the US Spotify is bringing audiobooks to its … Read more
Spotify brings audiobooks to U.S. users with a catalog of 300,000 titles to start
Spotify is today launching support for audiobooks on its streaming service, offering a third type of audio content for its customers beyond music and podcasts. Initially, audiobooks will be made available to U.S. users who will be able to access a selection of some 300,000+ titles, recommended by Spotify editors. But over time, the company … Read more
TrovaTrip, a group travel management platform and marketplace, raises $15M
TrovaTrip, a travel planning and booking platform that lets creators host adventures with their communities, has raised $15 million in Series A funding led by Madrona. Founded in 2017, the Portland-based company makes it easy for creators to sell and host multi-day experiences around the world. TrovaTrip offers more than 150 experiences in 48 countries. … Read more
Sardine raises $51.5M led by a16z to sniff out fishy fintech transactions
As fintechs become more efficient, so too do fraudsters. “Faster instant payments mean faster fraud,” Sardine CEO and co-founder Soups Ranjan told TechCrunch. That’s the thesis behind his startup, which uses behavioral, financial and device-specific user data to detect fraud on behalf of its clients in the crypto and fintech industries. Those conditions also mean … Read more
AMD announces Ryzen 7020 mobile processors for ‘the everyday laptop’
The first of the Ryzen 7000 series | Image: AMD AMD has announced its new “Mendocino” Ryzen 7020 and Athlon 7020 series of mobile processors. The chips, competing with the likes of Intel’s Core i3, are meant to power lower-cost and lower-powered devices — in the words of AMD’s presentation, “the everyday laptop.” These are … Read more
NFT Project Okay Bears Signs Licensing Deal With IMG
IMG has been appointed as the exclusive global licensing representative to launch consumer products and experiences for the community-focused PFP project.
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Revolut confirms cyberattack exposed personal data of tens of thousands of users
Fintech startup Revolut has confirmed it was hit by a highly targeted cyberattack that allowed hackers to access the personal details of tens of thousands of customers. Revolut spokesperson Michael Bodansky told TechCrunch that an “unauthorized third party obtained access to the details of a small percentage (0.16%) of our customers for a short period … Read more
Nasdaq Starts Crypto Custody Services For Institutional Clients
Nasdaq Inc, the second-largest stock exchange in America, will release a cryptocurrency custody service as it aims to cash in on institutional crypto investors, according to a Bloomberg report.