Author: Leslie Stewart

A robot that spent months exploring the devastated ruins of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, which was impacted by a tsunami in Japan, successfully retrieved a small sample of melted nuclear fuel on Thursday. This marks a significant step forward in the process of removing the estimated hundreds of tons of melted nuclear material, according to officials at the plant.Managed by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, the retrieved sample, about the size of a grain of rice, was placed into a secure container as the robot’s mission concluded. The sample will now be moved to a glove box for…

A worker places an order for textile exports at a factory in Binzhou, China, on July 8, 2024.Null Photo | Null Photo | Getty ImagesThe election of Donald Trump over Vice President Kamala Harris marks a significant comeback to the White House that could greatly influence the global economy.In an address to supporters in Florida early Wednesday, President Trump proclaimed that his “unprecedented and powerful mandate” would lead America into a new “golden age.”The former president’s campaign platform includes promises for increased tariffs, tax reductions, deregulation, and a commitment to withdraw from key international agreements.Experts express uncertainty about the extent…

Disclosure: The opinions shared here are entirely those of the authors and do not reflect the views of crypto.news editorials. Every trader understands that relying on personal predictions rather than actual market trends can lead to downfall. The same principle should apply to cryptocurrency companies, which should refrain from hiring marketers who defy basic marketing principles by chasing unrealistic expectations, such as 100x leverage. I’ve encountered numerous marketers who believe that crypto marketing is fundamentally different. This misconception is easy to adopt, given the industry’s dynamic nature and the excitement surrounding it. Additionally, many founders of emerging crypto enterprises think…

Title: The Risks of Aligning Crypto with Trump’s Politics Author: Ben Schiller, CoinDesk Translated by: Mensch, Chain Catcher Edited by: Nianqing, ChainCatcher This year marks a significant moment for the cryptocurrency sector, as it seemingly finds an ally in Donald Trump. For a sustained period, the crypto world has been on the lookout for a prominent political figure to advocate for its interests and relay its messages to a broader audience. Enter Trump. At the Nashville Bitcoin Conference, Trump proclaimed his admiration for the crypto community. He introduced the idea of a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund, expressed his desire to…

Vice President Kamala Harris faced the reality of her presidential election defeat on Wednesday, addressing a crowd of supporters who were visibly emotional during her speech. She sought to offer them solace while acknowledging their shared disappointment. “The results of this election are not what we had hoped for, not what we fought tirelessly for, and not what we cast our votes for. However, let me be clear… The promise of America will continue to shine bright,” she spoke at her alma mater, Howard University in Washington, DC.Harris recognized that Democrats are experiencing a whirlwind of feelings following their loss…

On September 18, 2024, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell addressed the media after a two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) regarding interest rate policies in Washington, U.S. (Reuters/Tom Brenner)tom brenner reuterAs the Federal Reserve approaches the conclusion of Thursday’s meeting, it is expected to maintain its current focus with a rate cut, though it is also paying close attention to the evolving economic landscape.The central bank is preparing for adjustments in financial markets, anticipating a slight reduction in benchmark borrowing costs of a quarter percentage point amidst moderate inflation and a steady labor market. This action seems…

According to NBC News, Republicans are set to maintain their majority in the Senate over the next two years, stirring concerns among Democrats regarding Vice President Kamala Harris’ prospects in the upcoming presidential election.The GOP achieved a Senate majority by flipping crucial seats in conservative-leaning states, specifically in West Virginia, Montana, and Ohio, which had all leaned heavily Republican. They also retained seats in states like Texas and Florida, ensuring a minimum of 51 seats when the new Congress is inaugurated next January.This Republican success in strategically winning key Senate races gives them significant influence over legislation and appointments under…

The cryptocurrency market has experienced growth following Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, characterized by favorable crypto policies. Upon the announcement of Trump’s election victory, the cryptocurrency market responded positively with a significant surge. According to the latest data from CoinGecko, the global crypto market has risen nearly 5% in one day, now boasting a market cap of $2.56 trillion, alongside a trading volume nearly doubling to $236 billion. Bitcoin’s Surge Above $19,000 Amid Election Developments Leading the rally, Bitcoin reached a remarkable peak of $75,011 in today’s trading. Ethereum followed, climbing 6.3% to $2,590, although it still remains 47%…

According to NBC News, a proposed measure to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida has been rejected by voters.Despite significant support from many Floridians, including Democrats and some Republicans, Amendment 3—which aimed to legalized recreational marijuana use and allow its production—failed to meet the threshold of 60% approval needed to amend the state constitution.Currently, Florida law permits the use of marijuana for medical purposes, provided that a licensed physician endorses it for conditions like glaucoma, cancer, or epilepsy. Voters approved broader access to medical marijuana through a successful referendum in 2016.However, for now, the use of marijuana for recreational purposes will…

As the votes are tallied in the U.S. presidential election, several key elements may influence the outcome: gender disparities, economic divides, the Latino electorate, or the impact of media and marketing strategies.Steve Reisman, a senior economics correspondent for CNBC, engaged in discussions with four expert pollsters to analyze data on which demographics might favor Vice President Kamala Harris over former President Donald Trump. The panel included NBC News national political correspondent Steve Kornacki, Mark Murray, the senior political editor at NBC News, Micah Roberts, a Republican pollster and Public Opinion Strategy Partner at CNBC, and Jay Campbell, a Democratic pollster…