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Today’s topics

• Bitcoin Pauses for a Moment

• US Investment Restrictions in China

• China Develops Method to Produce Oxygen in Space

• AI Surpasses Doctors in Breast Cancer Detection

• Southern Snowpocalypse Strikes

  and more…

Bitcoin Pauses for a Moment

Bitcoin dipped to $103K on Tuesday, pulling back from its record highs of over $109K. Traders had anticipated pro-crypto executive orders from Trump on his first day, but his attention turned instead to TikTok, trade, and energy policies. Read more

Trump’s Meme Coin Rockets to Fame—Because, of Course, It Does

Trump’s newly launched crypto token, $TRUMP, surged in value on Monday, reaching a staggering $10 billion market cap. After its Friday night debut, the token skyrocketed from under $10 to a peak of $74.59 before settling at $33.88.

While ethics experts are already expressing concern, the market seems too focused on cashing in to notice. Adding to the frenzy, another Trump-affiliated project, World Liberty Financial, raised $300 million during its token sale and is gearing up for more launches.

With Trump back in office, crypto enthusiasts are hailing this as the dawn of a “golden age” for digital currencies. Critics, however, might have an entirely different name for it.

Davos 2025: Trump Takes Center Stage

Davos buzzes with talk of Trump as CEOs cheer deregulation but fret over tariff-driven inflation. Key leaders from China, India, and Europe are absent, but Trump’s virtual appearance Thursday keeps him in focus. Big egos, bold talk, and nervous chatter set the tone. Read more

US Investment Restrictions in China

The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed new restrictions on American investments in China, particularly targeting artificial intelligence, computer chips, and quantum computing to prevent military advancements. Read more

Artificial Intelligence

Open AI's ChatGPT Enhancements: OpenAI has introduced an operator feature that enables ChatGPT to access and utilize web information, enhancing its conversational capabilities. Read more

Executive Order on AI Development: President Trump signed an executive order aimed at developing artificial intelligence "free from ideological bias," signaling a commitment to advancing AI technologies. Read more

China Develops Method to Produce Oxygen in Space

Chinese astronauts have successfully created oxygen and rocket fuel ingredients from carbon dioxide and water in orbit, using advanced technology. This breakthrough could reduce the need to haul oxygen on long missions, making space travel more sustainable. Read more

Scientists Urge UN to Tackle Space Junk Crisis

Earth's orbit is becoming a cosmic landfill, and scientists are calling on the UN to take action. With a 17% rise in satellite close calls last year and thousands of new satellites cluttering low Earth orbit, space is getting overcrowded.

Experts from NASA and the University of Plymouth are pushing for space protection to be added to the UN’s sustainable development goals. As old satellites turn into debris, they pose a growing risk of collisions, creating even more junk. “Space isn’t infinite anymore,” warns Melissa Quinn from Slingshot Aerospace—time to clean up before we’re overwhelmed by floating trash.

AI Surpasses Doctors in Breast Cancer Detection

AI is now outperforming doctors in breast cancer detection. In a study of 500,000 women in Germany, AI identified one additional case per 1,000 mammograms—without generating false alarms. Doctors are impressed, acknowledging that AI may be as good, if not better, than human expertise. It seems robots aren’t just taking jobs—they’re helping save lives. Read more

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EPA Nominee Pledges Balanced Environmental Protection

During his Senate confirmation hearing, EPA Administrator-designate Lee Zeldin, 44, promised to reduce federal regulations while safeguarding human health and the environment. He emphasized the importance of leveraging American innovation and conservation efforts to ensure environmental protection without compromising economic prosperity. Read more

Shein's Environmental Impact Scrutinized Ahead of IPO

Ultra-fast fashion retailer Shein faced scrutiny during a UK Business and Trade Committee hearing regarding its labor practices and supply chain transparency ahead of its expected IPO. Concerns arose about Shein’s sourcing practices, specifically whether it sources cotton from Xinjiang, known for human rights abuses and forced labor. Further criticisms highlighted Shein's lack of transparency and the company's insufficient response to increasing carbon emissions, with its emissions rising by 176% since 2021. Experts warn that Shein’s rapid growth could worsen its environmental impact.Read more

Boxing's Olympic Exclusion and Presidential Involvement

The International Boxing Association (IBA) has engaged with President Trump following a gender eligibility controversy at the Paris 2024 Olympics. IBA President Umar Kremlev emphasized their efforts to exclude boxers Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting, who allegedly failed gender eligibility tests. Kremlev praised Trump's stance on ensuring fair competition in women's sports, aligning with U.S. legislation banning transgender athletes from women's events. This controversy led to boxing's exclusion from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Kremlev has reached out to Trump, criticizing the International Olympic Committee's governance and urging a reconsideration of boxing's Olympic status. Read more

Southern Snowpocalypse Strikes

The South is in a deep freeze. A wave of frigid air rolled in on Monday, dumping snow and ice across states like Texas and Florida—areas typically known for sunshine, not snowstorms. Residents rushed to protect pipes, repair heaters, and stockpile supplies, bracing for what felt like an apocalypse—Southern style.

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