Jack Dorsey dramatically scales back crypto ambitions for Block
Block said Thursday that it was “winding down” its TBD division, which had sought to create an open-source crypto development platform.
Block said Thursday that it was “winding down” its TBD division, which had sought to create an open-source crypto development platform.
Two anticyclones weakened Cyclone Dana’s intensity, sparing Odisha from severe damage. The Bhitarkanika mangrove forest absorbed much of the storm’s impact. Minimal casualties were reported, and effective measures ensured safety. Heavy rainfall and winds affected specific regions, with continued rains expected to subside by Saturday.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., rebuked Democratic Party figures who attended President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday. Omar, a member of the progressive “Squad,” told CNN host Kaitlan Collins on Thursday night that because of Trump’s alleged lack of respect for his political opponents and his “dismantling” of democracy, Democratic lawmakers should not have shown him…
BJP’s national president JP Nadda criticized the Mamata Banerjee government for allegedly supporting “rapists and criminals” after a rally by a student outfit turned violent in Kolkata. The students were protesting against the rape and murder of a doctor. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh accused BJP members of inciting violence to tarnish Mamata’s image.
US Vice President JD Vance recounted a confrontation with a Ukrainian-American man, emphasizing that immigrants should prioritize the interests of the United States. Vance highlighted the importance of assimilation and valuing America as their primary country. He applauded immigrants who understand this perspective, stressing that they should look out for the US interests first.
Delhi high court has overturned an international arbitration tribunal’s ruling in favor of Reliance Industries Ltd, stating that RIL unjustly enriched itself by extracting gas migrating from ONGC’s adjacent blocks. The court has set aside previous judgments and dismissed the arbitral award, highlighting a breach of contract terms in the process.
CEO Chris Wright has been confirmed by the Senate to serve as President Donald Trump‘s secretary of energy, where he will be at the helm of shaping the president’s “Drill, baby, drill” agenda. Wright received bipartisan support from members of the Senate after being selected by Trump to lead the energy agency under his administration. …