November 2024

EmprendeLab and Innovation in the Dominican Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Just under a year ago, I enthusiastically took on the role of Manager of Innovation and Special Projects at PROMIPYME. This marked a significant transition in my professional journey—from the private sector to the public sector—and presented a unique opportunity to blend international experience, insights from the deep-tech startup ecosystem, and strategies to drive business […]

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Boyaa converts $50M Ethereum

Boyaa Converts $50M Ethereum to Bitcoin

Hong Kong-based gaming company Boyaa Interactive has swapped its Ethereum holdings for Bitcoin, investing nearly $50 million as the cryptocurrency approaches the $100,000 milestone. The firm converted 14,200 Ethereum (ETH) for approximately 515 Bitcoin (BTC) between November 19 and 28, the company announced Friday. Boyaa’s recent acquisition brings its total Bitcoin holdings to 3,183 BTC,

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Bitcoin mining in bern

Bitcoin Mining in Bern: Energy Solution?

Switzerland’s Canton of Bern is exploring Bitcoin mining as a potential solution for utilizing surplus energy and stabilizing its electricity grid. The Grand Council approved the initiative on March 14, 2024, with a decisive 85 to 46 vote, despite opposition from the government council. The motion, introduced by the cross-party Parliamentary Group Bitcoin, is part

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Bitcoin in UK Pensions

Bitcoin in UK Pensions: Risk or Revolution?

A UK defined-benefit pension scheme has made headlines as the first to allocate part of its assets—3%—to Bitcoin. The decision, branded “deeply irresponsible” by critics, has sparked a heated debate about the role of cryptocurrency in long-term financial planning. Cartwright, the pension specialist advising the scheme, described the move as a “strategic” diversification aimed at

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HyperLiquid's $1B Airdrop

Hyperliquid’s $1B DeFi Airdrop

Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetuals exchange, is reshaping the DeFi landscape by rejecting traditional venture capital-backed strategies. Instead, the platform is banking on its technology and community-driven ethos to carve its path. On Thursday, the Hyper Foundation announced its HYPE token generation event, set for early Friday at 2:30 AM ET, alongside a significant community airdrop.

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