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China Mudslide Claims 15 Lives Amid Typhoon Gaemi Recovery in Taiwan
A devastating mudslide in China's Sichuan province has resulted in the death of 15 people, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the region in the aftermath of Typhoon Gaemi. The landslide, triggered by heavy rains, buried several homes and disrupt...
Three New Features Elevate Co-Branded Credit Cards
Co-branded credit cards have introduced new features designed to enhance the overall customer experience, promising greater value and rewards for cardholders. Leading the charge are recent offerings from Breeze Airways, Barclays, and Emirates NBD in colla...
Human-Machine Merger: The Singularity’s Arrival
The concept of the singularity, where artificial intelligence surpasses human intelligence and fundamentally transforms civilization, is closer than ever. Renowned futurist Ray Kurzweil predicts that this event will occur around 2045, driven by the expone...
Tourist Numbers Climb, Dubai on Track for Record Year
Dubai is experiencing a remarkable surge in tourism, welcoming 8.12 million overnight visitors between January and May 2024, marking a 10% increase from the same period last year. This impressive growth sets the emirate on course for a record performance...
Fake CrowdStrike Resources Exploited to Spread Malware
Businesses are facing a new cybersecurity threat as hackers exploit counterfeit CrowdStrike recovery tools to infiltrate networks and deploy malware. The fraudulent files are designed to mimic legitimate CrowdStrike resources, aiming to deceive organizati...
NexusminaTi Charts a Promising Path to Stardom
NexusminaTi, an emerging artist, is making notable strides in the music industry, capturing attention with a unique blend of electronic and indie sounds. Their distinct style and innovative approach to music are setting the stage for what many believe wil...
HKMA Launches Regulatory Sandbox for Stablecoin Testing
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has initiated a groundbreaking regulatory sandbox aimed at facilitating the testing of stablecoin operations. Launched in March, this initiative provides prospective stablecoin issuers with a controlled environment...
Oil and Gas Sector Embraces Automation: Key Players Innovate
Oil and gas industry leaders are increasingly turning to automation to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve safety. Major companies, including Aker Solutions, NOV, Oceaneering, Schlumberger, Weatherford, Halliburton, Baker Hughes, BJ Services, GE...
Cryptocurrency Prices Plummet on WazirX Exchange
Cryptocurrency investors faced a tumultuous day as prices plummeted across major digital assets on the WazirX exchange. Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency by market capitalization, alongside stablecoin USDT, recorded significant discounts compared to glo...
WazirX Faces Potential $230M Crypto Hack as Attackers Transfer Funds
WazirX, one of India’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has reportedly been compromised in a significant security breach, potentially resulting in losses exceeding $230 million. According to Cyvers Alerts, a blockchain security firm, the attacker’s walle...
Major Changes Ahead for UAE in Next 6 Months
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to undergo significant transformations in the coming months, with four key changes poised to reshape various aspects of life in the nation. These developments, slated to take effect within the next half-year, span eco...
Tanzania Moves to Boost Local Currency With Mandate for Tourist Payments in Shillings
Tanzania has implemented a new directive aimed at bolstering its local currency, the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS), by requiring tourists to conduct transactions using the national currency. The move, announced recently by Tanzanian authorities, seeks to reduc...
Ripple XRP Case Update: Former SEC Lawyer Evaluates Settlement Prospects as XRP Approaches Bullish Cross
Amid ongoing legal developments, Ripple’s XRP case has seen notable insights from Marc Fagel, a former SEC lawyer. Fagel, now an influential voice in securities law, has weighed in on the potential outcomes of the ongoing remedies phase. This phase marks...
Bitcoin Price Surges Above $62K Amid Revived ‘Trump Trades’
Bitcoin reclaimed the $, mark today, marking a robust resurgence fueled by renewed investor interest in high-risk assets termed as ‘Trump Trades’. This uptick follows a volatile weekend in global markets, spurred by geopolitical tensions and economic unce...
Meta Lifts Trump’s Facebook and Instagram Restrictions
Meta has decided to end the restrictions on former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts, marking a significant shift in its social media policy. This move comes two years after the accounts were suspended following the January 6, , Cap...