After 15 years of research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Random Linear Network Coding (RLNC) is ready for commercialization in the Web3 industry, according to Muriel Médard, an MIT professor and founder of blockchain infrastructure developer Optimum. Optimum emerged from stealth on Feb. 28 as a decentralized memory infrastructure that can be utilized…
Blockchain payment provider Ripple received full regulatory approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to offer cross-border crypto payment services in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company announced on March 13 that it had secured its DFSA license, allowing it to operate in the Dubai International Financial Center (DIFC), a UAE free-economic zone…
XRP (XRP) has gained for the second day in a row, up 3% to trade at $2.45 on March 24. XRP price is up 5% over the last seven days, rising 31% above its local low of $1.89 reached on March 11, as most crypto prices flashed green amid improving market sentiment. XRP/USD daily chart….
As Stephen Curry begins his morning routine leading up to what could be his biggest game of the season Sunday, chances are he’ll find time to flip on CBS and watch a little golf. You gotta know Curry, an avid duffer, owns a green jacket — if for no other reason than to fit in…
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) said in a March 28 letter that institutions under its oversight, including banks, can now engage in crypto-related activities without prior approval. The announcement comes as the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that digital asset derivatives wouldn’t be treated differently than any other derivatives. The FDIC letter rescinds…
Altcoins may have just one last rally this cycle, but only those with real utility and strong network activity will see price gains, according to an analyst. “I think there will be one more breadth thrust from altcoins. The question is, is it a sustained rally that we will see for six to twelve months,”…
Being entertained while eating something exciting is almost an embarrassment of riches, almost too much. Almost. Like anyone with two ears and a heart, I appreciate live music soundtracking an otherwise standard meal on the town. But these three dinner-and-a-show combos aim to offer something a step or two beyond. Comedy should always include karaage…
In a major strategic change Dsquared2 has ended its long-time licensing agreement with Staff International, the key operating company of Italian fashion billionaire Renzo Rosso. Dean & Dan Caten, by Giampaolo Sgura “Dsquared2 Group announces the immediate termination of its licensing agreement with Staff International S.p.A. Consequently, the Group will assume direct control over the production…
Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough during Pro Day at the UofL Football’s Trager Indoor Practice Facility Tuesday, March 25, 2025. GREEN BAY, Wis. — There was only one quarterback taken in the second round of the NFL draft on Friday, and it wasn’t Shedeur Sanders. While Sanders’ draft stock continued to plummet, the New Orleans Saints…
Jun 18, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings first round draft pick J.J. McCarthy throws out the ceremonial first pitch in a game between the Minnesota Twins and Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images When the 2025 regular season begins, the Minnesota Vikings envision J.J. McCarthy as their QB1. But…