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VeChain (VET) has been recognized in academic research as one of the key blockchain platforms that considerably reduce carbon emissions in e-commerce activities. One of its crucial roles was highlighted in its partnership agreement with Walmart China to establish a traceability platform. VeChain (VET) has gained another mention in academia as a research paper authored by Yingmei Jiang, Jinjin Mou, Xin Yang, and Jinyu Wei recognizes its role in E-commerce carbon reduction. According to the study titled: “The Impact of Disclosure Information Level Based on Blockchain Technology on the Joint Decision Making for Carbon Reduction and Pricing in the Fresh…

Bit Digital posted nearly $23 million in Q3 revenue, a 96% increase year-over-year, driven by strong growth in its high-performance computing business. Bitcoin (BTC) mining firm Bit Digital said in a Q3 earnings report that its revenue for the quarter was $22.7 million, marking a 96% increase year-over-year following a strong performance in the firm’s recently launched high-performance computing business. Per a Nov. 18 press release, Bit Digital’s HPC business generated $12.2 million in revenue, up from zero in Q3 2023. Despite a decline in Bitcoin mining revenue, which fell 11% YoY to $10.1 million, the firm’s total revenue surged…

At the tail end of yesterday, MacroScope, a financial analyst focusing on Bitcoin, revealed a new SEC filing stating that Microsoft is voting this December on whether it should invest in bitcoin. At first I thought there is no way this happens right now, and figured it will just be a short lived hype, especially after noticing a detail in the filing stating that Microsoft’s board recommends its shareholders to vote AGAINST the proposal of “Assessment of Investment in Bitcoin”. But then Macroscope came with another update that revealed something promising. Microsoft is urging its shareholders to vote against the…

Cardano Node 10.1.1 has officially launched, marking a critical milestone in the platform’s journey toward decentralized governance. This release supports the Chang 2 hard fork, an upgrade to complete Cardano’s on-chain governance as outlined in CIP-1694. The upgrade moves Cardano beyond its initial “bootstrap” governance phase, which began with the Chang 1 hard fork on September 1. Cardano Next Upgrade: Chang Upgrade 2 Notably, the Chang upgrade is important for Cardano as it implements the final features of its on-chain governance system based on principles from the Voltaire era. The upgrade process was split into two parts to streamline adoption…

The Digital Administrative and Financial Reform Council recently held its eighth meeting in Japan, and the resulting documents paint a picture of digital rulership utilizing AI, drones, NFTs, robots, massive cloud-based data sharing, and even medical check-ups at train stations. As the Western world dives further into infatuation and confusion over US politics with the latest, backtracking Trump cabinet appointments, Japan’s government is quietly but coercively pushing to upload the whole nation into a cloud-based rel=”nofollow” target=”_blank”>released a document detailing their discussion, which reads like a page out of a Sci-Fi novel. For some, repeated references to local digital currencies…

The BRICS alliance is taking steps to reduce the global primacy of the US dollar in international trade, potentially providing significant support to Bitcoin (BTC). The BRICS—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—recently expanded its ranks to include Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates. Together, these countries account for more than a third of the world’s GDP and are now exploring alternative international payment systems. Country delegates met this week and agreed to move away from the dollar-based Swift system and instead develop a payment system based on national currencies. While Bitcoin is unlikely to become the…

The crypto markets are entering what could be one of the most volatile weeks of 2024, with major US economic events on the horizon. As analysts brace for increased market swings, crypto airdrops might offer investors a way to benefit without upfront investments. Airdrops distribute free tokens, often as a strategy to gain followers and expand a project’s user base. This week, five notable airdrops are worth keeping an eye on. Confidential Layer Confidential Layer advertises itself as the first decentralized protocol linking public and privacy blockchains. It operates as a non-custodial cross-chain protocol, offering a bridge between public and…

British officials are reportedly working on a plan to regulate stablecoins and exempt staking services, aiming to strengthen the country’s appeal amid U.S. regulatory shifts. The British government plans to roll out crypto regulations by December, aiming to retain firms tempted by a pro-crypto stance in Trump’s U.S. The Treasury is particularly expected to introduce two pieces of legislation, focusing on stablecoins and adjusting current regulations to exclude crypto staking from certain financial rules, Bloomberg has learned, citing sources close to the matter. The expected legislation will allow the Financial Conduct Authority, the country’s financial regulator, to draft rules on…

Today, Emory University has reported a substantial investment in Grayscale Bitcoin Mini ETF. The university has invested more than $15 million in this Bitcoin ETF investment product. Moreover, it became the first U.S. university to report its exposure into Bitcoin. Grayscale Bitcoin Mini ETF Gains Major Investment According to an SEC filing dated October 25, he Emory University reported owning $15,082,241 worth of shares (2,678,906 shares) as of September 30. This highlights a growing trend among institutional investors embracing digital assets, particularly crypto ETFs. The timing of this revelation aligns with a broader positive sentiment in the spot Bitcoin ETF…

Justin Sun, the founder of Tron has publicly backed Shyane Coplan, the founder of Polymarket, amid an FBI investigation into the betting platform. The FBI executed a search warrant at Coplan’s residence in Manhattan on November 13, and seized all his electronic devices. Justin Sun on his social media platform, praised Coplan’s efforts to promote transparency in U.S. elections, stating that Polymarket had significantly contributed to making the electoral process clearer and more accessible. He emphasized that the platform has provided value to millions during this election cycle without causing harm. Justin Sun Voices his Support for Shyane Coplan on…