Author: Editor

My name is Godspower Owie, and I was born and brought up in Edo State, Nigeria. I grew up with my three siblings who have always been my idols and mentors, helping me to grow and understand the way of life. My parents are literally the backbone of my story. They’ve always supported me in good and bad times and never for once left my side whenever I feel lost in this world. Honestly, having such amazing parents makes you feel safe and secure, and I won’t trade them for anything else in this world. I was exposed to the…

TechCrunch Disrupt isn’t just about showcasing the startups of tomorrow — it’s also about surfacing the boldest ideas shaping technology today. Thanks to the support of our partners JetBrains and Greenfield, the TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 program, happening October 27–29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, brings two must-see sessions that put AI front and center. Monday, October 27 — Builders Stage 1:40 p.m. – 2:10 p.m. PTWho’s Defining AI’s Future in 2025? The AI Disruptors 60 UnveiledPresented by Greenfield Partners We’ve seen it with the internet, and again with mobile: moments when technology reshapes everything. Now it’s AI’s turn — and…

I t was a round of poker, fittingly, that upended Mathew Bowyer’s life in spectacular fashion. While he preferred to sate his appetite for risk by playing baccarat, poker had served as his formative introduction to the pleasures and possibilities of gambling. Back in the early Nineties, as an enterprising high school student in Orange...

Lawmakers in two GOP-controlled state legislatures hosted discussions on the potential of the psychedelic ibogaine to treat addiction and other mental health conditions this week. In Mississippi, the House Public Health and Human Services and Senate Public Health and Welfare held a three-hour joint hearing at which lawmakers heard from military veterans, scientific researchers and...

In brief Bitcoin dropped on Friday, bringing Ethereum and other major coins and tokens with it. Cryptocurrency prices dropped on hot inflation data, with stocks also dipping on Friday. September is typically a bad month for crypto, though Bitcoin and Ethereum just recently hit new highs. Bitcoin dropped below the $109,000 mark on Friday—bringing other...

In today’s job market, professionals are looking for more than just a paycheck—they seek purpose, growth, and an environment where their potential is nurtured. A strong employer brand isn’t built on perks alone, but on a company’s genuine commitment to helping its people grow. In an industry as fast-paced as crypto, continuous development isn’t optional; it’s essential. And WhiteBIT ensures that every employee has the tools, guidance, and culture needed to evolve — right from day one. A head start: personalized onboarding into the crypto world At WhiteBIT, professional development begins from the very first working day. Newcomers are welcomed…

In brief Eric Trump told the Bitcoin Asia conference that Bitcoin marks the first time finance has “no disparity” between socioeconomic classes. Trump also spoke of sovereign wealth funds, Fortune 500 companies, and nation states driving adoption. His remarks highlight a tension between Bitcoin’s populist narrative and elite accumulation, observers told Decrypt. Speaking at the...

When a sitting Federal Reserve governor tells bankers there’s “nothing to be afraid of” in DeFi, the story shifts from if to how. Speaking at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, Governor Christopher Waller called DeFi “simply new technology to transfer objects and record transactions.” That’s a useful reset for anyone still treating on‑chain rails as a threat rather than a tool. It also puts a spotlight on what actually holds DeFi back: not fear, but friction like fragmented data, slow UIs, and poor risk signals. That’s where the market needs better tooling. Why Waller’s line matters now Waller didn’t bless every…

Nine GOP congressional lawmakers are calling on the U.S. attorney general to reject what they called a “corrupt and flawed” marijuana rescheduling proposal that President Donald Trump said he will be deciding on imminently. In a letter led by Rep. Pete Sessions (R-TX)—in coordination with the prohibitionist group Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM)—the lawmakers said...

In brief Investors have dropped a class-action lawsuit against Bitcoin giant Strategy, which accused the company of misleading shareholders about how new accounting rules would affect its profitability. The case centered on Strategy’s switch to fair value accounting, which let it mark Bitcoin’s price swings on its balance sheet. Critics said the firm overstated how...