The telecommunications regulator in Brazil has decided to suspend access to Elon Musk’s X social network in the country. This decision was made in compliance with an order from a judge who has been engaged in a prolonged conflict with the billionaire investor. The judge issued the suspension after the social media platform missed a
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The use of permissionless blockchains in the banking industry has raised concerns among regulatory bodies, including the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS). While public blockchains offer open accessibility, the permissionless nature of these networks poses significant risks for financial institutions. Concerns Raised by the BCBS In a recent blog post, the BCBS highlighted several
Recently, Samsung unveiled the highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 6 at the Galaxy Unpacked event in Paris. However, shortly after its release, some users began reporting issues with the device. Specifically, several Reddit users shared images showing small sections of paint peeling off their brand-new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 handsets. The affected areas included
In a groundbreaking move to transform the way we make payments, Airtel Payments Bank has unveiled a cutting-edge smartwatch in collaboration with Noise and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) at the Global Fintech Fest 2024. This innovative smartwatch is not just a wearable device but a comprehensive solution that merges payment functionalities with
Argentina is taking bold steps in preparing the future workforce by incorporating Ethereum education into the high school curriculum. This groundbreaking initiative is spearheaded by the local education ministry of Buenos Aires in collaboration with the ETH Kipu Foundation. The goal is to introduce high school students to the Ethereum blockchain, providing them with hands-on
India’s digital Rupee, known as the eRupee central bank digital currency (CBDC), is currently undergoing advanced trials conducted by 16 national banks. In the pilot phase, the eRupee has already attracted a substantial user base of five million, according to RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das. Das emphasized during a conference in Bengaluru that the RBI is
WhatsApp has been making strides in enhancing user experience by introducing new features such as chat themes. The latest development from the messaging app includes the ability for users to customize their chat bubbles and background using preset themes or by selecting their own colors and wallpapers. As spotted by feature tracker WABetaInfo, WhatsApp will
Recently, Obsidian Entertainment announced that their upcoming action-RPG, Avowed, will be delayed and is now scheduled to release on February 18, 2025, for PC and current-gen Xbox consoles. One of the key details that the developer confirmed is that the game will run at 30fps on both Xbox Series X and Series S. This decision
In the world of cryptocurrency, hackers are known for their relentless attacks on the sector. However, their tactics have taken a new turn as they are now targeting popular brands and celebrities on social media platforms in order to ensnare unsuspecting victims. A recent example of this was when McDonald’s Instagram account was hacked in
The upcoming iPhone 16 series is anticipated to include four new models, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max being the largest among them. It has been rumored that Apple will be reducing the screen bezels on this flagship model to create a sleeker look. According to tipster Ice Universe, the iPhone 16 Pro Max will