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As the growing anticipation for a spot Bitcoin ETF approval continues to propel BTC prices higher, Jurrien Timmer, Fidelity’s director of global macro, believes the crypto asset could surge to over $1 billion in 2038. Fidelity Investments achieves a significant milestone as its spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), known as FBTC, makes its appearance on the active and pre-launch list of the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC). The move places the financial services company at the forefront of the race for the first spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETF approval in the United States. First Spot Bitcoin ETF Expected to be…

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NASA satellite and airborne tools aid an international team studying biodiversity on land and in the water around South Africa. An international team of researchers spent October and November 2023 in the field studying one of the world’s most biologically diverse areas – South Africa’s Greater Cape Floristic Region. As part of the effort, researchers used NASA airborne and space-based instruments to gather complementary data to better understand the unique aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in this region. Their findings will inform the capabilities of future satellite missions aimed at studying plants and animals. “The food we eat, the clean water…

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The vehicle, which drove away from the scene, is believed to have hit the woman between the evening of Saturday, December 2 and the early hours of the morning of December 3. A 32-year-old woman required surgery after the incident in Portland Road, Hove and remains in hospital. Sussex Police are investigating the incident. A police spokeswoman said: “Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was seriously injured in Hove. “The 32-year-old victim was walking along Portland Road when it’s believed she was hit by an unknown vehicle that failed to stop at the scene. MOST READ: ​To have access to…

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Roman Axelrod Contributor Roman Axelrod is the founder of XPANCEO, a deep tech company developing the next generation of computing via an invisible and weightless smart contact lens. In 2023, global investments are grappling with a substantial 15% downturn, as reported by Crunchbase, creating a challenging backdrop for early-stage startups. The uphill battle is naturally even more severe for deep tech startups developing novel, innovative solutions for upcoming markets. Logically, their endeavors demand significant investment, and the accompanying risk further complicates the funding equation. According to Dealroom, funding of such companies from Europe saw a notable increase in 2021, likely…

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Getting festive at the end of the working year is one of our favourite things to do, to brighten up the cold season! A well-deserved treat to you and your employees, celebrating by eating nice food and getting involved in team building activities are not new concepts. However, it might be surprising to know how much tech has started to ripple into our workplaces, corporate events and work Christmas parties, almost unconsciously- and how we can take advantage of their features to keep everyone jolly.  We dive into some of the top tech initiatives that are shaping the way we…

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European Union negotiators have clinched a deal on the world’s first comprehensive artificial intelligence rules. The agreement paves the way for legal oversight of technology used in popular generative AI services such as ChatGPT that has promised to transform everyday life and spurred warnings of existential dangers to humanity. Negotiators from the European Parliament and the bloc’s 27 member countries overcame big differences on controversial points including generative AI and police use of facial recognition surveillance to sign a tentative political agreement for the Artificial Intelligence Act. “Deal!” tweeted European commissioner Thierry Breton. The bloc’s Parliament and member states “have…

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Police will be increasing the number of high visibility patrols in the area as the recent increase has caused concern in the local community and say any incidents will be “robustly dealt with”.  READ NEXT: Police stop private hire car bid by man who touched up 16-year-old Officers say an action plan is in place this weekend which will see dedicated community officers working alongside partner agencies, including Renfrewshire Council Community Safety. Parents and carers are also being urged to ensure they know the whereabouts of their children. Sergeant Bob Brooks said: “We know this increase in youth disorder has been a cause for…

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Blockchain technology in Christmas giving From enhancing transparency and trust in charitable donations to introducing the concept of tokenized gifts, blockchain is infusing a new spirit into the season. As the festive lights begin to twinkle and the scent of pine fills the air, the season of giving takes center stage. The tradition of exchanging gifts during Christmas has long been a symbol of love, compassion and generosity. However, in the digital age, this age-old practice is already undergoing a profound transformation, thanks to the integration of cutting-edge tech like blockchain. Blockchain, the decentralized and transparent ledger system behind cryptocurrencies and nonfungible…

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