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On November 28, 2023, Fireblocks, an innovative digital asset operations platform, announced the introduction of 'Off Exchange', a first-of-its-kind solution aiming to revolutionize the way institutional traders interact with digital asset exchanges. This groundbreaking platform is designed to mitigate the inherent counterparty risks that have long plagued the crypto trading market.

ITC, with a market cap of $67 billion (Rs 5.6 lakh crore), surpassed British American Tobacco Plc (BAT) to become the third most valuable tobacco company in the world. London-based BAT, which sells cigarettes, tobacco, and other nicotine products, has seen a sell-off in its shares in the past week, rendering its market cap below ITC to $64 billion. The stock fell sharply after the company said it would take a hit of around $31.5 billion as it wrote down the value of some US cigarette brands, acknowledging that its traditional combustible market has no long-term future. The evolving stricter regulations and growing awareness of health risks have been squeezing tobacco companies' traditional business lately, driving declines in cigarette volumes in some markets. US-listed Philip Morris International and Altria Group currently occupy the top spots above ITC as the two most valuable tobacco companies in the world. The cigarette segment is the mainstay for ITC, which is also into hotels, FMCG, and paper products businesses. In the recent second quarter, cigarette revenues grew 10% on year to Rs 7,658 crore. The business made up over 46% of the total revenue of ITC.

In the ever-volatile world of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins have emerged as a haven for investors looking to hedge against market unpredictability.

Gandhinagar: India is aiming to achieve the $2 trillion export target by 2030 and in the process it is moving this industry out of the government support to make it self-sustaining and cost competitive, Union minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday. Addressing Infinity Forum 2.0 virtually at Gujarat Finance Tec-City (GIFT City), he said the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City has become a lynchpin in propelling India's export-led growth.

desired outcomes such as localisation of medical technologies, bulk drugs, electronics, and specialty steel among others, top government officials said Saturday. Addressing a session during 96th Annual Convention of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI), IT secretary, S Krishnan also said that the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules will be ready in a few weeks. “The DPDP Act balances the need for regulation, and personal data being secure against the need for innovation.

By Kanak Gupta

World Trade Organisation (WTO) data. WTO is an intergovernmental organisation that regulates and facilitates international trade. India has been a member of WTO since 1995.

Quiver Quantitative — The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced an investigation into the evolving partnership between Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) and OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company behind the renowned ChatGPT. The CMA's inquiry seeks to determine if the collaboration between these two tech entities amounts to a de facto merger, potentially leading to a formal investigation. This regulatory scrutiny comes in the wake of significant changes at OpenAI, including the temporary dismissal and reinstatement of CEO Sam Altman and the formation of a new board featuring notable figures such as Bret Taylor, Larry Summers, and Adam D’Angelo.

El Salvador has a new, “once in five hundred years” offer for international crypto whales: donate your BTC to the government, and you’ll earn long-term citizenship in Bitcoin country.

ITC Ltd is rapidly premiumizing its portfolio with an eye on aspirational shoppers, as consumer goods makers pivot to the juicier side of the retail market for higher margins. India has typically been a value market, with more consumers buying low-priced unit packs. However, over the years, rising prosperity have prompted shoppers to increasingly buy differentiated products such as fragrant body washes, value-added hair oils and organic wheat flour.

Mint AI Summit, and highlighted the ways in which companies today are on their journeys to adopt generative AI in their operations. Explaining how organizations, including Maruti Suzuki, are adopting generative AI solutions and services, Uppal said, "There are four different areas to look into for generative AI—day-to-day work, internal processes, external process, and transparency.

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Dec. 8th, Panama，Panama City – Gate.io, a leading crypto exchange and Web3 innovator, has announced a significant milestone for its crypto lending platform, Lend & Earn. The platform has reached an all-time high of over $500 million in capital committed by lenders, with nearly a quarter of that sum being in the form of Tether (USDT).

Bitcoin life insurance innovator Meanwhile Group, backed by notable figures like Sam Altman and Gradient Ventures, has unveiled a new private credit fund denominated in Bitcoin. 

Retik Finance (RETIK), however, stands out with its audacious vision and a suite of groundbreaking solutions that aim to not just disrupt DeFi but to reshape the very way we interact with money. Retik Finance is a comprehensive and innovative project in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. It's designed to integrate cryptocurrency more seamlessly into everyday financial activities, thereby broadening the accessibility and practical utility of digital currencies.

geyser choices. As the winter chill sets in, the demand for hot water solutions intensifies, prompting renowned companies to unleash a plethora of geyser models catering to diverse needs. Geyser technology has witnessed remarkable advancements, with companies incorporating innovative features such as energy efficiency, rapid heating, and smart controls.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) recently recorded a price of $0.0000095, showcasing resilience and real-world impact. Polkadot (DOT) recorded a price of $5.98, fueled by Web3 Foundation's $1 million investment. VC Spectra (SPCT) revolutionizes crypto investments, raising $2.4 million in public presale.

In a significant development for home searchers, Housing.com has unveiled an AI-driven Price Trend Engine. This feature utilises Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to offer users critical pricing data and insights, thus facilitating more informed decisions for buying, selling, or renting properties.

According to an official release, the 109th Indian Science Congress hosted by Lovely Professional University (LPU), announced a series of diverse conferences and sessions under the theme ‘The Global Perspective on Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future’. This event is expected to bring together Nobel laureates, scientists, researchers, academicians, experts, innovators, and policymakers from around the world to engage in discussions and develop strategies for introducing sustainable technology across various fields.

RBI Raises UPI Transaction Limits: The Reserve Bank of India announced key revisions of UPI payment limits on Friday. The RBI has raised the UPI payment limit to hospitals and educational institutions to Rs 5 lakh. Previously it was Rs 1 lakh. RBI has also hiked the cap for e-mandates for recurring payments to Rs 1 lakh.

Given its crucial role in shaping India’s overall development, the government places significant emphasis on the infrastructure sector and has been actively implementing pragmatic policies, says Sandeep Gulati, MD, India and South Asia, Egis, a France-based leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm.