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Bitcoin can be intimidating to navigate—whether you’re just starting out, managing significant personal holdings, a high net worth individual or representing a company exploring balance sheet allocation. Its self-sovereign nature is in complete contrast with the modern world, placing full responsibility for asset protection on the individual(s). This makes operational security essential. From configuring secure wallets and eliminating single points of failure to planning for inheritance, professional consultants offer tailored support for a wide range of needs. In a space grounded in the principle of “don’t trust, verify,” that same skepticism should extend to advisory services. The Bitcoin consultants listed…

Jordan Peck / Getty ImagesOghenochuko Ojiri arrives at court on FridayAn art expert who has worked on the BBC’s Bargain Hunt has admitted failing to report a series of high-value art sales to a man suspected of financing the proscribed group Hezbollah.Oghenochuko Ojiri, 53, pleaded guilty to eight counts under the Terrorism Act 2000 of failing to make a disclosure during the course of business, the first prosecution of its kind.Under the legislation, it is an offence if people do not notify police if they know or suspect a business associate to have been involved in financing a proscribed group.The…

By Sally Rufus, updated May 7, 2025As the digital economy evolves, the crypto-backed lending revolution is emerging as a key solution in finance. Users can leverage digital assets as collateral, challenging traditional banking systems. This innovative model transforms access to liquidity and redefines wealth management in the era of decentralized finance (DeFi).Understanding Crypto-Backed LoansA crypto-backed loan is a secured loan where borrowers use cryptocurrencies—like Bitcoin, Ethereum, or stablecoins—as collateral. In return, they receive fiat currency or other digital assets. Unlike traditional loans, there’s no need for credit checks, lengthy paperwork, or slow bank approvals. The process is streamlined through blockchain-based…

Indian Premier League cricket match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals abandoned In a major development, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the suspension of the 2025 Indian Premier League for a period of one week, with immediate effect. This announcement was made on Friday, 9 May, and comes in the wake of growing concerns raised by multiple franchises. As a result, the scheduled clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Lucknow has been officially called off.A day prior, the fixture between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was also postponed.…

The Kerala Board of Public Examinations has officially declared the SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) 2025 results today at 3 PM. A total of over 4.27 lakh students who appeared for the Class 10 board examinations can now access their results online through the official portal keralaresults.nic.in and sslcexam.kerala.gov.in.This year, the overall pass percentage for Kerala SSLC results has been recorded at 99.5%, slightly lower than previous year’s pass rate of 99.69%. The number of male students who appeared in Kerala SSLC exams 2025 was higher than the female students.Education Minister V. Sivankutty announced the results at a press conference…

Sol Strategies is diving headfirst into blockchain, focusing to tokenize its shares on Solana’s fast crypto network. This pivot displays a new era for the Canadian investment firm, riding the the growing trend of digitalizing real-world assets. With Solana’s scalability, Sol Strategies hopes to make its shares more accessible, liquid, and tradable, redefining how investors engage with traditional equities. Sol Strategies’ plan to issue tokens representing common shares can unlock real-time trading and global reach. “The stock market is a device for transferring money from the impatient to the patient,” and tokenization might just tilt that balance toward a faster…

Enjoyed this article? Share it with your friends! Apple is developing new microchips that could power its upcoming products, including its first-ever smart glasses and tools for artificial intelligence (AI). According to a Bloomberg report published on May 8, the company is making progress on several chip designs to improve future devices across different categories.One of these projects involves a chip called N401. This chip is designed for Apple’s smart glasses and is based on the same technology used in the Apple Watch. However, it has been adjusted to save more energy and support multiple built-in cameras. Did you know?…

The Bank of England’s policy meeting today is strongly expected to produce another rate cut, of 0.25%.The British Pound will be in focus today as the Bank of England holds a policy meeting today, which is widely expected to produce a rate cut of 0.25% which will bring the Official Rate to 4.25%, which is still relatively high today for a major currency.Yesterday saw a policy meeting at the US Federal Reserve. As widely expected by almost everyone, the Fed left rates unchanged, but Fed Chair Powell’s language took a bit of a hawkish tilt as a pre-emptive “tariff” rate…

Our Top Guest Posts Take Center Stage It’s that time again, and this round of top articles submitted by guest authors features everything from scalable learning to sustainable development in education. You’ll also find some insights about leveraging Artificial Intelligence in L&D. So, let’s dive into our top picks from April. eBook ReleaseGuest Posting Guide: How To Become A Top Content Contributor On eLearning Industry Discover what you gain by guest blogging and the basics of writing a guest post for eLearning Industry. 5 Standout Articles Submitted By Guest Authors Last Month 1. How We Transformed Our Learning Culture With…

NEED TO KNOW Teacher Kayleigh Sloan, 28, has gone viral after filming herself giving students an important lesson about creative writingShe asked the kids to write instructions on how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, and followed them exactlySloan ended up covering herself in peanut butter and jelly before telling the students how important it is to add description to their writing A teacher in Idaho is teaching her kids an important, albeit messy, lesson about creative writing. In a recent TikTok clip, Kayleigh Sloan, 28, who is a first and second grade looping teacher, filmed herself teaching…