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Quarter 30 120d

Within the Time Horizon facet, Quarter 30 120d time-horizon intelligence organises articles by the period over which a signal is expected to matter. The page helps readers distinguish immediate operational changes from longer-cycle governance, investment, standards, and infrastructure shifts that may unfold across quarters or years. It connects timing assumptions with public evidence, related actors, market context, customer exposure, policy pressure, and infrastructure planning so readers can judge whether a development is urgent, strategic, or still waiting on confirming evidence. The page also explains how time horizon changes the meaning of a signal, which organisations may be exposed, and which infrastructure decisions require short-term action or long-cycle monitoring.

LACNIC: The Internet’s core vs what’s built above

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LACNIC: The Internet’s core vs what’s built above

What happened: Internet infrastructure faced significant challenges. Recently, the LACNIC Blog published an insightful piece by Hisham Ibrahim, Chief Community Officer at the RIPE NCC, titled “Distinguishing the Internet’s Core From What Is Built on Top.” The article clarifies a…

Dec 27, 2024
Apple defends Google’s search payment deals in antitrust case

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Apple defends Google’s search payment deals in antitrust case

What happened: Apple supports Google’s search deals in antitrust case Apple has joined Google’s defense in a landmark antitrust case scrutinizing the legality of billion-dollar payments made to secure default search engine status on Apple devices. These agreements, central to…

Dec 27, 2024
$69.8M in Ethereum withdrawn from Turkey’s leading exchange

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$69.8M in Ethereum withdrawn from Turkey’s leading exchange

What happened: large Ethereum outflow linked to regulatory changes in Turkey A significant $69.8 million in Ethereum (ETH) was withdrawn from Turkey’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, marking one of the biggest outflows in recent months. This movement coincides with Turkey’s…

Dec 27, 2024
XRP Ledger breaks record: 93M ledgers and beyond

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XRP Ledger breaks record: 93M ledgers and beyond

What happened: XRP Ledger achieves 93M ledgers The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 93 million ledgers successfully closed, according to XRP Ledger services, a popular explorer for the network. This figure stands at 93,009,637 and underscores the…

Dec 27, 2024
Ripple mints 20 million RLUSD, energising the crypto market

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Ripple mints 20 million RLUSD, energising the crypto market

What happened: Ripple mints RLUSD, XRP surges Ripple has made headlines by minting and transferring 20 million RLUSD stablecoins into the market. Over the past few days, approximately 17 million RLUSD was moved, showcasing strong interest and adoption since its launch just a week…

Dec 27, 2024
Vitalik Buterin highlights AGI risks for humanity’s future

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Vitalik Buterin highlights AGI risks for humanity’s future

What happened: Vitalik Buterin warns of AGI risks Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, raises critical concerns regarding the potential threats posed by artificial general intelligence (AGI). In light of OpenAI’s recent model scoring 87.5% on the ARC-AGI benchmark, Buterin…

Dec 27, 2024
Israeli securities authority

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Israel to launch six Bitcoin mutual funds after approval

Israel to launch six Bitcoin mutual funds on Dec. 31 with competitive fees and diverse investment strategies.

Dec 27, 2024
Top tech news today: December 27, 2024

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Top tech news today: December 27, 2024

Tech News Summaries 1. Solana’s Jito staking pool hits $100M monthly Solana’s Jito staking pool has achieved impressive growth, generating $100 million per month in tips, according to research from Kairos. CoinTelegraph 2. Tether makes its first crypto VC investment Tether has…

Dec 27, 2024
What is a crypto wallet?

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What is a crypto wallet?

As cryptocurrency adoption continues to rise globally, the tools that make managing digital assets possible have become indispensable. One of the foundational components of the cryptocurrency ecosystem is the crypto wallet, a digital or physical device used to store and manage…

Dec 27, 2024
Ericsson and Beyon reduce energy use by 30%

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Ericsson and Beyon reduce energy use by 30%

What happened: Ericsson and Beyon cut energy use Ericsson and Beyon have successfully reduced energy consumption on Batelco’s network in Bahrain by 30%, marking a significant step towards sustainability. This achievement stems from their renewed collaboration, which focuses on…

Dec 27, 2024
SvarDOS: the new open-source DOS for retro computing

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SvarDOS: the new open-source DOS for retro computing

What happened: SvarDOS emerges as new open-source DOS The SvarDOS project has evolved into an independent open-source operating system, breaking away from its roots in FreeDOS. This shift follows the recent open-sourcing of MS-DOS 4 by Microsoft, prompting a renewed interest in…

Dec 27, 2024
Bitcoin ETFs lose $1.2B in 3 days, longest since Trump

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Bitcoin ETFs lose $1.2B in 3 days, longest since Trump

Bitcoin ETFs experience $1.2 billion outflows over three days, marking the longest streak since Trump’s re-election.

Dec 27, 2024
American Airlines flights temporarily grounded due to technical problems

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American Airlines flights temporarily grounded due to technical problems

What happened: Tech glitch grounds flights during holiday rush On Christmas Eve, a technical issue briefly grounded all American Airlines flights across the United States. The airline attributed the disruption to a “vendor technology” problem, which impacted systems essential for…

Dec 27, 2024
Ripple’s CTO clarifies the unique nature of staking

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Ripple’s CTO clarifies the unique nature of staking

What happened: Staking insights: Ripple CTO on taxation debates In a recent discussion on X, Ripple‘s Chief Technology Officer, David Schwartz, provided important insights into the nature of staking in the cryptocurrency market. His comments were prompted by ongoing debates…

Dec 27, 2024
37% of UAE retail investors aim to boost crypto holdings in 2025

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37% of UAE retail investors aim to boost crypto holdings in 2025

What happened: eToro survey highlights rising crypto interest in UAE A recent survey conducted by global trading platform eToro has revealed that 37% of retail investors in the UAE plan to increase their cryptocurrency holdings in 2025. The findings underscore the region’s…

Dec 27, 2024
DeFi hacks decline 40% in 2024, CeFi losses reach $694M

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DeFi hacks decline 40% in 2024, CeFi losses reach $694M

What happened: DeFi hacks decline, but CeFi breaches soar in 2024 According to a new report from Hacken, decentralized finance (DeFi) hacks dropped by 40% in 2024 compared to the previous year, signaling advancements in security practices and increased adoption of audits across…

Dec 27, 2024
What is data encryption?

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What is data encryption?

Data is a valuable asset. Whether it’s personal information, financial data, or business communications, safeguarding sensitive data has become a top priority for individuals and organizations alike. One of the most effective ways to protect this data is through data encryption.…

Dec 27, 2024
MicroStrategy

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MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin buying spree: Risk or revolution?

Jason Calacanis warns MicroStrategy’s massive Bitcoin buying spree risks disrupting decentralisation and harming overall market dynamics

Dec 27, 2024
Telegram hits over $1B in revenue for 2024

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Telegram hits over $1B in revenue for 2024

What happened: Telegram achieves milestone revenue success Telegram, the widely used messaging app, has reported a significant milestone by generating over $1 billion in revenue for 2024, marking its first profit since launch. Founder Pavel Durov shared this achievement while…

Dec 26, 2024
Michael Saylor gives $299M Bitcoin gift to MSTR holders

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Michael Saylor gives $299M Bitcoin gift to MSTR holders

What happened: Michael Saylor announces $299M Bitcoin gift Michael Saylor, the founder of MicroStrategy, recently announced a remarkable $299 million Bitcoin “gift” to the company’s shareholders. This substantial benefit stems from the firm’s treasury operations, which generated…

Dec 26, 2024