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19/01/2026

In terms of both impact and scope, OpenAI’s move into the advertising space, utilizing ads for ChatGPT, has reached a wide and growing audience. In order to maintain clarity and be completely open regarding its intentions, OpenAI introduced ChatGPT ads throughout answers, identifying them as “sponsored”.

While OpenAI may generate some operational income from advertising, the company also intends to protect the trust of its users through obvious disclosure, keeping advertisements separate from the guidance provided by the assistant in each conversation.

As part of their continued focus on enterprise clients, who are typically able to establish their own usage policies and controls, OpenAI introduced OpenAI Go as a subscription option, which provides extended memory capabilities and increased image creation possibilities at an entry-level cost of $8.

Compared to the current pricing options of the Plus and Pro plans, the new entry point makes paid access to these advanced capabilities more accessible and affordable to a wider range of consumers. However, while OpenAI Go subscribers will have the opportunity to view ChatGPT ads (similar to those available to all users), users who subscribe to the higher-tier Plus or Pro plans will currently be able to avoid viewing ads.

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16/01/2026

The Manchester City and Pudgy Penguins collaborative NFT project offers a premium platform for the collection of collectibles and merchandise for Manchester City’s global supporter base.

The Pudgy Penguins and Manchester City partnership represents the intersection of Web3 sports fandom and the traditional fan loyalty that exists for clubs such as Manchester City.

The partnership will deliver an exclusive NFT collection and high-quality merchandise to Manchester City’s global fanbase. It was described by the team as a “cultural play” that goes beyond the confines of crypto-native enthusiast groups.

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16/01/2026

Legal framework for crypto banking in Belarus aligns token activity with regulated finance and payments channels.

As part of registration, crypto service providers must provide details regarding the composition of their board of directors, their technology risk management practices, and their security controls.

All providers must also comply with the requirements of the Hi-Tech Park’s supervisory board. The supervisory board will oversee the provider’s compliance with all applicable laws, as well as its technical practices and procedures.

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01/12/2025

OFFICIAL PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
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Dubai, UAE, 1st Dec 2025
and and proudly announce their strategic media partnership.

Through this collaboration, Mintlayer will be featured across ICN Media’s signature communication channels, including its world-class news division and flagship talk-shows. The partnership is designed to strengthen clarity, trust, and high-standard communication for builders and institutions across the UAE.

ICN Media will provide Mintlayer with premium editorial exposure, verified reporting, and dedicated interview formats that highlight Mintlayer’s mission, technology, and ecosystem achievements.

Mintlayer, recognized for its secure Bitcoin-anchored architecture and reliability, aligns with ICN Media’s commitment to elevating credible innovation within the region.

Both organizations share a unified vision:
✅creating a cleaner, trust-driven environment for real builders
✅supporting responsible innovation in the UAE
✅ensuring accurate, context-driven communication for the industry’s most important developments

ICN Media and Mintlayer will work together to deliver high-quality content, strengthen public understanding of advanced blockchain infrastructure, and provide a platform where the region’s innovators can engage with confidence.

This partnership is effective immediately.

17/11/2025

The first crewed eVTOL air taxi flight marks a direct move into real aerial mobility.

I see a clear push from Dubai to build a working network with strong partners. The Dubai air taxi plan now feels more real for daily travel.

Dubai air taxi tests gained speed during the event. The RTA worked with Joby Aviation on the full trip. The test flight lasted 17 minutes from the Dubai Jetman Helipad in Margham to Al Maktoum International Airport. This made Joby Aviation the first group to complete a crewed point-to-point flight in the UAE. The result supports the steady growth of eVTOL technology in the region.
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03/11/2025

Microsoft to invest $15B in the UAE, building advanced AI infrastructure, expanding cloud computing, and developing digital skills across the region.

The company’s move reflects growing confidence in the UAE economy and its leadership’s goal of becoming a global technology hub.

From my standpoint, this is not only an investment in technology but in long-term human capital. Microsoft’s decision strengthens trust between the United States and the UAE, showing that cooperation in AI development can be both responsible and ambitious.

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03/11/2025

In just 29 months, Nvidia has skyrocketed from a $1 trillion company to a staggering $5 trillion valuation, a level no corporation in history has ever reached before.

The semiconductor giant, led by Jensen Huang, is now valued higher than the GDP of every nation on the planet except the United States and China.

Nvidia’s unstoppable momentum continues to reshape markets, rewrite records, and dominate the global economic leaderboard.

22/10/2025

Massive gold crash stunned global investors as $2.5 trillion vanished from the market in just one day.

The drop was larger than the total market capitalization of Bitcoin, raising doubts about gold’s reliability as a safe-haven asset during unstable financial conditions.

According to data from The Kobeissi Letter, gold suffered its sharpest correction since 2013. Prices plunged by 8% over two trading sessions, sending shockwaves through traditional markets. Investors who once viewed gold as a shield against uncertainty faced unexpected losses.

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17/10/2025

OpenSea goes multi-chain as the once-dominant NFT marketplace reinvents itself for a broader crypto future.

The company has transformed from a platform focused on digital art into a full crypto trading aggregator. Users can now trade NFTs, memecoins, and tokens across 22 blockchains in one place.

The shift comes after a sharp fall in NFT trading volumes that forced OpenSea to rethink its business. From a $125 million monthly revenue peak in early 2022, the company’s income dropped to only $3 million by late 2023.

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07/10/2025

BNB has officially surpassed XRP to become the world’s third-largest cryptocurrency by market value, marking a major power shift in the digital asset landscape.

This milestone reflects Binance’s growing dominance and the increasing confidence investors have in BNB’s ecosystem.

As market dynamics evolve, BNB’s rise underscores its role as a central force in the global crypto economy

26/09/2025

TikTok U.S. deal approval is now official after President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday.

The agreement allows TikTok to continue operating in the United States while addressing national security concerns tied to its Chinese ownership.

The new arrangement creates a joint-venture company to oversee TikTok’s U.S. operations. ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, will hold less than 20% of the stock. Vice President JD Vance said the business is valued at $14 billion, though no purchase price was disclosed. The deal still requires Chinese government approval, which adds uncertainty.

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