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The past week was a rollercoaster ride in the cryptocurrency market. From XRP’s explosive gain to Shiba Inu’s burning spree, the crypto world was buzzing with activity. Let’s dive into the top stories that shaped the crypto market over the weekend. XRP’s Parabolic Uptrend Over the last weekend, XRP XRP/USD witnessed a significant rise. The uptrend was fueled by new ETF applications and increased whale activity. Noted investor Raoul Pal highlighted XRP’s “great-looking” chart, drawing parallels with a previous long wedge pattern that led to a whopping 5,600% rally. Pal coined the current phase as “Banana Zone Part 1.” Read…
A student in the occupational therapy program practices an exercise with a client at the University of Vermont. Photo courtesy of UVM.BURLINGTON — Do you ever feel anxious wondering if you left the oven on or whether you closed the door? At an open house at the University of Vermont, visitors explored a recreated apartment with low- and high-tech devices that could make it easier to live independently and make people less worried.Designed to benefit anyone — but particularly older adults and people with disabilities — these innovative devices can assist with everyday tasks and enhance independent living, as demonstrated by…
Though CrossFit is often seen as a sport for the super fit, that shouldn’t put you off from trying it. CrossFit is designed to be accessible to everyone, with scalable workouts suited for all ages and abilities, embodying its principle that the needs of elite athletes and beginners differ only by intensity, not kind. By combining strength and aerobic exercise, CrossFit can be an effective way of improving functional fitness, muscle strength and cardiovascular health. But if that’s not enough to convince you, our latest study suggests CrossFit’s benefits for physical health may even potentially reduce the need to use…
Brands went bonkers for AI this past year, as they increasingly adopted the growing number of tools available to facilitate mundane tasks throughout the creative process and create new kinds of work.While consumers still feel conflicted about brands use of the technology, some marketing departments have found savings by leaning on generative AI in particular. In May, Klarna said it reduced its sales and marketing costs by 12% annually, and that AI accounted for 37%, or $10 million, of its annual cost savings. Similarly, snack giant Mondelez said in June that it has invested $100 million in AI in a…
Getty ImagesHaliey Welch, known mostly as the star of the viral “Hawk Tuah” meme, is facing criticism after her newly launched cryptocurrency nosedived in value.Her “Hawk” digital coin hit a $490m market cap shortly after it launched on Wednesday, before suddenly losing more than 95% of its value within hours.This has led some, including YouTube cryptocurrency investigator Coffeezilla, to accuse Ms Welch of scamming investors with a “pump and dump” – where the people behind a coin hype up its price before launch, then sell it for profit.She has denied allegations that her team sold any of the tokens they…
After the chaos and all the good food of Thanksgiving, it can be challenging to maintain the same level of motivation and productivity. Especially when Christmas is around the corner. But, there are ways to keep the momentum going and start December off right! 1. Set Realistic Goals One way to maintain momentum after Thanksgiving is to set realistic and achievable goals. Instead of overwhelming yourself with a long list of resolutions, focus on a few key objectives that you can work towards each day. Whether it’s moving your body every day, focusing only on nutrition, or dedicating time to a passion…
Full Body Detox Cleanse: A Complete Guide to Rejuvenation In today’s fast-paced world, our bodies are constantly bombarded with toxins from the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the stress we face. It’s no wonder that full body detox cleanses have become a popular trend, offering people a way to reset their health and wellness. But what exactly is a full body detox cleanse, and how can it benefit you? A full body detox cleanse is more than just a fad; it’s a holistic approach to cleansing your system of toxins, improving your digestion, boosting your energy, and…
News update: Bitcoin’s price topped $100,000 for the first time on Dec. 4, 2024, a long-awaited milestone. It has since fallen back under that level, but is still up by more than 100% this year.What is cryptocurrency?Cryptocurrency (or “crypto”) is a digital currency, such as Bitcoin, that is used as an alternative payment method or speculative investment. Cryptocurrencies get their name from the cryptographic techniques that let people spend them securely without the need for a central government or bank.Bitcoin was initially developed primarily to be a form of payment that isn’t controlled or distributed by a central bank. While…
Shares of chipmaker Broadcom (AVGO) soared over 17% premarket Friday after the company touted its “massive” AI opportunity in its earnings report the prior evening. Broadcom reported earnings Thursday after the bell. Its quarterly earnings per share of $1.15 were slightly above the $1.12 forecast, and its revenue of $14.1 billion was in line with expectations. Bernstein analyst Stacy Rasgon wrote in a note early Friday that the results were “decent,” with Broadcom’s strength coming from “stronger AI revenue.” What appeared to jolt investors, however, was CEO Hock Tan’s comments about its lofty forecast. “We see our opportunity over the…
Tesla stock (TSLA) roared to another all-time high on Friday, capping off a huge week for the stock and CEO Elon Musk. Shares of Tesla rose over 4% on Friday and reached a closing high of $436.23. The stock hit a record high on Wednesday as well, and it finished up 12.08% for the week. Call it the Trump effect. Tesla stock is up over 73% since Trump’s election win last month. CEO Elon Musk’s big bet on a Trump win and the resulting influence he is seen as having on the new administration has investors bullish on Tesla’s prospects.…