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Lithium-ion batteries are remaking Google’s data centers
Sometimes the smallest of news items can point to bigger trends lurking beneath the surface. Case in point: Google announced late last month that it has installed 100 million lithium-ion cells across its data centers to provide backup power to its servers. On its own, it’s not earth-shattering news.... Read more
BitMEX Launches Q2 2025 Quarterly Futures Contracts
BitMEX has officially launched its Q2 2025 quarterly futures contracts, expanding its offerings for traders in the cryptocurrency market. The announcement was made on March 11, 2025, at 04:00 UTC, according to BitMEX. This new listing allows traders to engage in futures contracts that expire at the end of... Read more
CoreWeave Partners with OpenAI to Enhance AI Infrastructure
CoreWeave, a leading AI infrastructure provider, has announced a strategic partnership with OpenAI to enhance the latter’s compute capacity for advanced AI model training. This agreement is set to expand OpenAI’s infrastructure capabilities, allowing it to serve its vast user base more effectively, according to PR Newswire. Details of... Read more
<div>CMU OmniClear and HKEX Forge Partnership to Boost Hong Kong’s Financial Market Infrastructure</div>
In a move to strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international financial hub, CMU OmniClear Limited, a subsidiary of the Exchange Fund, and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This strategic agreement aims to enhance the post-trade securities infrastructure of Hong... Read more
Nimblebites Launches Super-B Game Leveraging Blockchain and AI
South Korean digital game developer Nimblebites is preparing to launch a groundbreaking game, Super-B, which combines the power of blockchain and artificial intelligence to revolutionize the gaming experience. According to Sui Foundation, the game is designed to offer players a dynamic brick world environment where they can engage in... Read more
<div>C.H. Robinson Revolutionizes Logistics with LangChain’s AI Solutions</div>
C.H. Robinson, a global leader in logistics, is harnessing the power of AI to transform its operations, according to a recent report by LangChain. By integrating LangChain’s LangGraph, LangGraph Studio, and LangSmith technologies, the company is automating email transactions in its shipment lifecycle, which has resulted in significant time... Read more
BNB Chain Advances AI Agents in Web3 with Emerging Trends and Solutions
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, AI agents are gaining prominence within the Web3 ecosystem, with BNB Chain at the forefront of this transformation. These autonomous systems are designed to make decisions and perform tasks efficiently by leveraging data from their environment. As blockchain technology continues to develop, AI... Read more
Astar Contribution Score (ACS) Allocation: Supporting Innovation in DeFi and Gaming
The Astar Contribution Score (ACS) initiative is redefining how incentives are distributed within the Astar and Soneium ecosystem by focusing on innovation rather than just liquidity provision. According to astar.network, this campaign aims to support builders, creators, and innovators, enhancing adoption, engagement, and sustainability. Discretionary Allocation Model The ACS... Read more
Deutsche Telekom Partners with ElevenLabs for AI-Driven Podcasting Innovation
Deutsche Telekom has announced a strategic partnership with ElevenLabs to enhance its Magenta app with AI-driven podcasting capabilities. This collaboration aims to incorporate human-like AI voices into the platform, offering users an innovative way to engage with audio content, according to ElevenLabs. AI Integration in Magenta App The integration... Read more
AI Model Revolutionizes Conservation Efforts in Fisheries and Wildlife
Innovative AI Model Targets Illicit Fishing In a groundbreaking development for conservation efforts, researchers have introduced an open-source AI model named Atlantes, designed to monitor global seafaring vessels. Developed by the Allen Institute for AI (Ai2) in Seattle, this model aims to combat illegal fishing by analyzing over five... Read more
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