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Mercy Corps CIO explains how NGOs can integrate blockchain to amplify their efforts

DIGIT — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:05:09 +0000

Rapid and efficient humanitarian aid distribution is enhanced through the use of blockchain technology. Mercy Corps CIO Scott Onder explains how.

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WeWork founder’s crypto startup refunds investors after no token launch: Report

DIGIT — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:46:48 +0000

Flowcarbon reportedly cited tough market conditions and resistance from carbon registries as the main reasons behind the refunds.

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IMF execs float raising crypto mining electricity prices by 85%

DIGIT — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 01:44:08 +0000

A tax on the energy used by crypto miners could cut emissions by 100 million tons a year, equal to Belgium’s emissions, say two IMF executives.

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Verofax Partners With Climate Tech Firm Netgreen to Power Global Reforestation Efforts

DIGIT — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:30:50 +0000

Blockchain firm Verofax has teamed up with climate tech startup Netgreen to enhance global reforestation efforts. The partnership aims to create a transparent and efficient way for individuals to support tree-planting initiatives. This collaboration will also help track and measure carbon capture, preventing double counting and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Linking People to Verified […]

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Vitalik Buterin: AI may surpass humans as the ‘apex species’

DIGIT — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:24:47 +0000

“Even Mars may not be safe” if superintelligent AI turns against humanity, warns Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin.

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White House advisors renew push for 30% digital mining energy tax

DIGIT — Wed, 03 May 2023 06:19:58 +0000

The May 2 blog post by the White House’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) has already attracted strong criticism from the community.

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Republicans Seek to Repeal Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act in Exchange for Raising US Debt Limit

DIGIT — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 18:00:32 +0000

There has been a lot of commentary concerning the U.S. raising its debt limit, as Treasury secretary Janet Yellen said last month that a U.S. default would be “devastating,” and European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde warned it would be a “major disaster” if the U.S. defaulted on its obligations. It now appears that Republican […]

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Environmental Impact of AI Models Takes Center Stage Amid Criticism Against Bitcoin Mining

DIGIT — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:04:56 +0000

While bitcoin’s effect on the environment has been discussed at length over the last two years, the latest trend of artificial intelligence (AI) software is now being criticized for its carbon footprint. According to several headlines and academic papers this year, AI consumes significant electricity and leverages copious amounts of water to cool data centers. […]

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C6 Bank’s Climate Tool to Track CO2 Emissions From Customer Transactions Prompts Debate on Future of Banking

DIGIT — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:30:20 +0000

On April 13, a C6 Bank customer in Brazil shared screenshots of his online bank account, revealing that the financial institution was tracking CO2 emissions from his purchases and urging him to compensate monetarily. C6 Bank states that the new tool aims to inspire Brazilians to adopt more sustainable behaviors. ‘CBDC Preview’ — Bank Customer […]

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US-Saudi Tensions Escalate as Report Says Crown Prince Is No Longer Interested in Pleasing the United States

DIGIT — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 19:30:46 +0000

After Saudi Arabia and members of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) surprised the world by announcing cuts to oil production, a spokesperson for U.S. president Biden’s National Security Council stated that reducing production is not advisable. According to a recent report, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince Mohammed bin Salman has told associates that […]

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