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Ione WellsSouth America correspondentGetty ImagesBrazil hopes to see countries such as Japan buy its beef instead of AmericanWhen Donald Trump revealed the level of trade tariffs that countries around the world would face from the US, nations in South America breathed a sigh of relief.Ten of the 12 states on the continent received the lowest level of 10%.Only Guyana and Venezuela were initially hit with higher rates of 38% and 15% respectively, before these were subsequently reduced to 10%. This came as Trump decided to pause elevated rates on almost all countries for 90 days.The exceptions are China, which has…

Bitcoin mining has come a long way since the days of GPUs and basement set ups. In that time, miners have advanced in countless ways. For example, ASICs are now the standard, not GPUs. Furthermore, enterprise grade players have entered the field, opening new frontiers and bringing with them the size and institutional recognition that opens the doors to otherwise unreachable places for smaller miners. Nowadays, the mining landscape is one where grid services, curtailment strategies, and energy market participation are no longer edge cases but core strategies. As the world around it has moved forward, there’s one question we…

Shutterstock for Big BrotherSix of the original 13 celebrities were left in the Big Brother house for Friday’s finalWarning: This story contains spoilers about who has won Celebrity Big BrotherCoronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has been crowned the winner of this year’s Celebrity Big Brother.Shepherd, who has played David Platt for 25 years on the soap, beat fellow finalists including drag artist Danny Beard, US personality JoJo Siwa and TV star Chris Hughes.Also in the ITV reality show’s final on Friday were comedian Donna Preston and pop star Chesney Hawkes.Minutes after his win was announced, a visibly shocked Shepherd…

By Roxana Walker, updated April 25, 2025 Switzerland’s central bank, the Swiss National Bank (SNB), has made it clear that it will not be adopting Bitcoin as a reserve asset despite global economic uncertainty and increasing interest in cryptocurrencies. The decision to reject Bitcoin stems from the bank’s concern about the volatility and unpredictability of digital currencies. This move has sparked debate within financial circles, especially as governments and financial institutions worldwide are increasingly exploring the role of cryptocurrencies in their monetary systems. The Swiss National Bank’s Stance on Bitcoin The Swiss National Bank (SNB), known for its conservative approach…

SRH players celebrate after the win. (Pic credit: IPL) Sunrisers Hyderabad ended their two-match losing streak with a composed five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday. This marked SRH’s third win of the IPL 2025 season and their first-ever victory at CSK’s fortress, Chepauk.The two points lifted SRH to six from nine matches, helping them leapfrog Rajasthan Royals to eighth place in the ten-team table. Meanwhile, CSK’s woes deepened as they slumped to their seventh loss in nine games, remaining rooted to the bottom of the standings. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube…

Like every year, the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings have been announced, and KIIT Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar has once again achieved a remarkable position. In the 2025 edition, KIIT has secured the 184th rank in Asia, marking a significant improvement from last year’s position of 196. This advancement reaffirms KIIT’s steady progress and its growing recognition in the realm of global academic excellence. With this latest ranking, KIIT is the 8th best university in India among government and private institutions. It has attained this status by surpassing numerous prestigious Indian institutions. It also retained its distinction…

Popular crypto trading platform BingX, recognized for its user-friendly interface and copy trading tools, has announced a risk-free crypto trading offer for specific users. Keep reading as we discuss the main benefits of the BingX copy trading promotion and how to start copy trading on the exchange using the voucher. What Is the BingX Copy Trading Subsidy Promotion? BingX is offering a $10 subsidy voucher to crypto copy trading beginners, allowing first-time users to open risk-free copy trades. Those who complete the BingX voucher event registration can join by investing at least 10 USDT in the copy trading interface. The…

Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage Banking giant Citigroup says 2025 could be a “ChatGPT moment” in terms of adoption for stablecoins and blockchain technology. “The main catalyst for their greater acceptance may be regulatory clarity in the US, which could enable greater integration of stablecoins specifically, and blockchain more widely, into the existing financial system,” financial analysts at the bank said in an April 23 report. Citigroup Sees Stablecoin Market Cap Soaring To $3.7 Trillion By 2030 “The tailwinds of regulatory support and the increased integration of digital assets into incumbent financial…

Created on April 14, 2025 Stock markets, especially tech stocks, are trading higher after this week opens in Asia, following Trump’s decision to temporarily exempt electronic goods from the new retaliatory tariffs.Stock markets are trading higher almost everywhere as the new week opens, due mostly to President Trump’s announcement at the end of last week that electronic imports such as smartphones, tablets, and computer chips would be exempt from the new retaliatory tariffs announced by his administration. This was especially good news for companies such as Apple which rely heavily upon these supply chains. Although Trump clarified that the exemption…

Team dynamics can often be difficult to negotiate. At work, generally speaking, you are on a team and you contribute. The problem is that you also want to elevate your career and stand out to your boss. So, how can you do that without the rest of the team feeling like you are a jerk (or worse)?I’ve had the gift of working in amazing environments on rock star teams. I have also had the (ahem) opposite experience. I’ve managed teams, been part of teams, as well as been an individual contributor, and through these years, I’ve found there are a…