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No, e-bike fires are not a 'leading cause of death' in NYC

January 16, 2024
It’s a new year, and yet we’re facing the same old problem as last year: electric bike fear-mongering from irresponsible journalists painting an overblown risk of e-bike fires. This time, we’ve got a doozie of a headline from Men’s Journal: “E-bike Batteries: A Leading Cause Of Death In NYC”. The only problem is it’s wrong. As in, completely wrong. The premise is not even close to…
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Altcoins Thrive While Bitcoin Dips in a Dramatic Week of Crypto Trading

January 16, 2024
This past week in the crypto economy proved intriguing, as bitcoin’s value declined by 5.7% while ethereum enjoyed a 10.8% uptick against the U.S. dollar. Leading the pack in market gains, SUI experienced a remarkable surge, escalating over 74% in just seven days. Concurrently, the token ethereum name service (ENS) also witnessed a significant ascent, jumping 71% in the same timeframe. Seven…
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Circle Completes USDC Upgrade to Version 2.2

January 16, 2024
Circle, the stablecoin company, has completed the upgrade of its USDC stablecoin to the 2.2 version. The update brings a slew of changes, including gas efficiency improvements, support for account abstraction and smart contract wallets, and enhancements in the resiliency of…
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IMF Chief Sees Crypto as Asset Class — Says Bitcoin Won't Dethrone US Dollar as Dominant Currency

January 16, 2024
International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Kristalina Georgieva sees crypto as an asset class, not money. She dismissed concerns of bitcoin potentially displacing the U.S. dollar as the world’s dominant currency, citing the size of the U.S. economy and the depth and sophistication of its capital markets as key factors. IMF Chief on Crypto and US Dollar Dominance The managing director of the…
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Non-bike bike gear tested: Foldylock Forever is the most secure folding lock, period.

January 15, 2024
As someone who lives life on two-wheels, testing bike gear isn’t just a fun hobby – it’s part of my daily life. E-bikes are how I get around and the gear I use with them helps me avoid needing to use a car. And so when I find something new that I incorporate into my everyday kit, that means that it has proven itself as both effective and worth it in the long haul. The latest lock that I…
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