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The rise of consumer cryptocurrency
News, Published on 26/02/2024
» Since its inception with the launch of Bitcoin in 2008, blockchain technology has gone through numerous cycles of public attention. Over time, growing interest and investment in the best-known cryptocurrencies has led to greater acceptance, as highlighted by the US Securities and Exchange Commission's approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF (exchange-traded fund) in January. While blockchains and their associated "crypto" assets have yet to be adopted by a truly broad base of consumers, that is starting to change, owing to a shift in how these technologies are being used.
Who will benefit?
Oped, Postbag, Published on 23/12/2023
» Re: "Farmers given new title deeds option", (BP, Dec 22).
Premier League bets $5 billion on game theory
News, Published on 08/11/2023
» Competitive tension is essential to the thrill of any sporting contest. The world's richest domestic soccer competition hasn't been over-endowed on that score in recent years, with Abu Dhabi-bankrolled Manchester City winning England's top division for three consecutive years and leading the table again almost a third into the current season. Those hankering for a bit more drama might do better to turn their attention to the unfolding financial contest for control of who screens the games.
Joking aside, it's time for a quick groan
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 28/08/2022
» The news has been rather gloomy lately and it feels like an appropriate time for some light relief. What better than to check out which jokes from stand-up comedians were voted the funniest at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe which concludes tomorrow. Unfortunately this year's offerings are either not particularly funny or I can't understand them. Perhaps I'm getting too ancient to appreciate modern wit. Anyway prepare yourself for a few quick groans.
Precious forests
Oped, Postbag, Published on 22/09/2021
» Re: "NEB backs EIA on river diversion" (BP, Sept 16).
Spare the parks, if not the eateries
News, Editorial, Published on 04/07/2021
» With talk of a fourth wave fast approaching, one can understand the snap decision that was announced in the Royal Gazette a week ago that barred restaurant dine-ins. The government, medical experts and folk in uniform at the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) must be worried right now, if they can take such a drastic decision -- in what seems like a blink of an eye -- and which is now causing (even more) catastrophic effects on the economy.
Govt oblivious to senselessness of Covid-19 curbs
Oped, Sirinya Wattanasukchai, Published on 03/07/2021
» When the whole country saw how the prime minister was nonchalantly teasing reporters and giggling in front of the camera last Friday, we didn't know that it was just the beginning of a series of mishaps.
Animal welfare is a measure of moral progress
News, Published on 21/06/2021
» 'The greatness of a nation and its moral progress," Mahatma Gandhi said, "can be judged by the way its animals are treated."
New passport, pity about the mug shot
News, Roger Crutchley, Published on 25/04/2021
» A fortnight ago I picked up my new British passport. It was pleasing to see it had gone back to the traditional black colour and a similar size to the burgundy EU passports Brits have experienced for three decades. Alas, I probably won't be using it very much.
Officials to blame
Oped, Postbag, Published on 16/04/2021
» Re: "New surge a blow to weak economy", (Opinion, April 14). It should also be remembered that it has been the actions of Thai officials that have been the source of the three waves of infection.