The impending sentencing of cryptocurrency prodigy Sam Bankman-Fried marks a critical juncture in one of the largest financial fraud cases in modern history. The US government is pushing for a harsh sentence of 40-50 years after Bankman-Fried was convicted on seven counts of fraud, totaling more than $10 billion. This case sheds light on the
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Elon Musk, the owner of X (formerly Twitter), recently announced a new strategy to increase X subscriptions by giving away checkmarks to users with high follower counts on the platform. This move is aimed at increasing the appeal of X Premium and X Premium+ features among users. According to Musk’s announcement, users with over 2,500
The landscape of electric vehicle (EV) sales in Europe is shifting, with China-made EVs projected to make up more than a quarter of sales this year. This marks a significant increase of over 5% from the previous year, according to a recent policy analysis. In 2020, about 19.5% of battery-powered EVs sold in the European
The construction industry is currently facing a myriad of challenges that could potentially hinder its sustainability in the future. One of the major issues is the depletion of natural sand, which is a crucial resource for construction activities. It is predicted that by the year 2050, the world might run out of natural sand, leading
In a move that aligns with the ongoing trend towards vertical video content, LinkedIn has recently begun testing out a new dedicated video feed within its app. This shift marks a significant departure from the platform’s traditional focus on text-based content and hints at a potential shift towards a more visual and engaging user experience.
Google is planning to change up its smartphone strategy in 2024 by unveiling three different models of the upcoming Pixel 9. According to 91mobiles, the renders published earlier this year by OnLeaks were actually of the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, not the regular Pixel 9. The standard Pixel 9 design is
When it comes to philanthropy, donors often turn to organizations like GiveWell for assurance that their donations are truly making a difference. These donors, many of whom are extremely wealthy, are looking for confidence that their money is being used effectively to save lives. GiveWell’s transparent cost-effectiveness estimates play a crucial role in instilling this
In a recent study published in the journal Physical Review Letters, a team of physicists and engineers from China introduced a new type of gravimeter that offers high sensitivity and stability at room temperature. Traditionally, gravity measurement devices have had limitations, such as aging quickly or requiring cold containers, making them inefficient and difficult to
When pondering the geological terms rock and stone, one might assume that they are interchangeable. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that there is a distinct difference between the two. While Google suggests that stones are simply smaller rocks, this explanation seems somewhat lacking in depth. The question arises – when would this differentiation
The Financial Conduct Authority in Britain has recently issued guidelines for financial services companies and social media influencers regarding the use of memes in marketing financial products. According to the FCA, any marketing materials, including memes, should be fair, clear, and not misleading. This move comes as a response to a rise in scams related