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Ethereum takes center stage as Bitmine commits $250 million in crypto and cash to catapult into top ETH holder ranks, redefining treasury strategy with institutional firepower.
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A global crypto fraud empire that funneled over half a billion dollars from thousands of victims has been dismantled in a sweeping international operation spanning three continents.
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The HappyRun G300 Pro is the epitome of an out-of-class electric bike. That is to say, it has many of the components of an electric bicycle, key among them the functional pedals, but its extremely high power and speed place it well outside the limits of traditional e-bike…
Inside a new David’s Bridal store in Delray Beach, Florida, a bride-to-be carefully taps images on a 65-inch touchscreen, curating a vision board for her wedding. Behind the scenes, an AI system automatically analyzes her selections, building a knowledge graph that will match her with vendors, recommend products and generate a personalized wedding plan.
For the overwhelmed bride facing 300-plus…
