Author: Leslie Stewart

The leading professional sports leagues in North America have alerted their players about the rising danger posed by sophisticated organized criminals specializing in high-tech thefts, including the targeting of passports, innovative technology, and the use of 90-day visitor timelines. A recent memo from the NBA, referencing intelligence from the FBI, connects these crimes to a “transnational South American theft ring” that zeroes in on “professional athletes and high-net-worth individuals.” These criminal groups employ advanced tactics such as enhanced surveillance, drones, signal jamming, and other state-of-the-art technologies. Similarly, the NFL has stressed the threat from a “well-organized and skilled” group of…

Disclosure: The opinions expressed in this article are exclusively those of the authors and do not reflect the views of the crypto.news editorial team. Fear of missing out, commonly abbreviated as FOMO, manifests in various ways. For instance, some individuals are willing to pay upwards of $32,000 for tickets to a Taylor Swift concert to ensure they experience a unique cultural moment. Such urgency can push people into making quick, impulsive choices driven by the fear of being left out of the excitement surrounding an event. In our current digital landscape, social media heightens this feeling by providing real-time information…

Market observers are speculating that XRP could be on the verge of reaching its all-time high (ATH), and perhaps sooner than expected. Currently, XRP is solidifying its stance within the $1 range, experiencing a notable increase of 28% today, bringing its price up to $1.43. This recent surge has resulted in an impressive 170% gain over the last two weeks. Analysts in the market suggest that the ascent to a new ATH has already commenced, as XRP shows a robust drive to surpass previous cycle highs established in 2021. One prominent voice of optimism, CrediBULL—who has a following of 436,000…

Recent listeria outbreaks connected to ready-to-eat meat products have emerged in four states, resulting in the tragic death of one infant and the illness of ten adults, according to health officials.As reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday, the outbreak has been traced back to prepared meats produced by Yu Shang Food, Inc., located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.In total, there have been cases reported in New York and New Jersey, as well as two cases in Illinois and seven in California, the latter including the fatality. All affected individuals reportedly share Asian ethnic backgrounds, as…

Scott Bessent, the founder and CEO of Key Square Group LP, was interviewed on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Washington, D.C., USA.Stephanie Reynolds | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesOn Friday, President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate hedge fund leader Scott Bessent for the role of Treasury Secretary. This appointment would place a seasoned financial expert and a supporter of Trump in a key economic position.Bessent, who leads Key Square Group, stood out among other noteworthy candidates, such as former Federal Reserve board member Kevin Warsh and private equity leader Mark Rowan.At 62, if confirmed, Bessent will oversee the nation’s…

Recent claims by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. linking autism with childhood vaccinations have raised concerns as President-elect Donald Trump appointed him to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, a significant government entity with a budget of $1.7 trillion. Questions surrounding his selection come amidst ongoing research into autism and vaccines.The erroneous belief that childhood vaccinations are responsible for autism, first introduced in 1998 by a UK doctor later discredited, has been thoroughly disapproved by extensive scientific research. Numerous studies validate the safety of vaccines. The World Health Organization highlights that vaccinations have saved approximately 154 million lives globally…

Kevin WarshJin Li | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesDonald Trump, the President-elect, is reportedly contemplating nominating Kevin Warsh as Treasury Secretary, with plans to later replace him as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve, as per information from the Wall Street Journal.Warsh, a former Federal Reserve official, is anticipated to transition to the central bank in 2026, coinciding with the expiration of Jerome Powell’s current tenure as Fed Chairman, according to sources familiar with Trump’s intentions.This conjecture arises as the Treasury Department remains the only significant Cabinet position that President Trump has yet to fill.Reports indicate that Warsh is among the…

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not reflect the views of crypto.news editorial staff. Quantum computing is poised to be the next significant breakthrough in technology, revolutionizing sectors such as artificial intelligence, pharmaceuticals, automotive, aerospace, finance, telecommunications, and research. However, the high cost of infrastructure, including sophisticated cooling systems and specialized hardware, restricts access to its capabilities. Currently, only a handful of institutions can harness these advanced computing resources effectively. An emerging solution, however, is distributed quantum computing, which aims to broaden the accessibility of quantum technology across various industries, eliminating the…

Earlier this month, a skull discovered on a property in New Mexico has been confirmed to be obtained online, with no ties to the case involving a missing woman from 2019, as reported by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday.The sheriff’s office disclosed that a man in the county was seen entering a vehicle while carrying two bags and making disturbing comments. He subsequently discarded items that appeared to be human remains.Following this, the body was found during investigations concerning this individual in Jaru, a small city with a population of around 2,000 in the southeastern region of the…

Recent elections have brought a notable rise in the number of women in legislative positions, yet progress appears to have stalled for the first time since 2016, falling short of peak levels. One prominent example is Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, who is projected by NBC News to lose her seat to Republican Nick Begich in Alaska. Meanwhile, Republican Rep. Michelle Steele is narrowly trailing Democrat Derek Tran in a closely contested race in Southern California. Should Steele also be defeated, the total number of women in the House and Senate in the forthcoming Congress would drop to 150. The most…