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May 02 2026FINANCE

Riot Platforms shifts focus to AI and high-performance computing

Riot Platforms saw its stock climb nearly 8% after a major tech firm, AMD, decided to double its data center capacity at Riot’s Texas facility. This move isn’t just about mining bitcoin anymore—it’s about stepping into the AI and high-performance computing game. AMD locked in 50 megawatts of power w

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May 01 2026FINANCE

Ripple’s Dubai Move and XRP’s Trading Range: What’s Really Going On?

Ripple just set up a bigger office in Dubai’s financial district, doubling its team size in the Middle East and Africa. This isn’t just about more desks—it’s a bet that the region will keep growing as a hub for digital payments. Dubai’s become a magnet for crypto companies thanks to clear rules, and

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Expanding March Madness: What a 76‑Team Bracket Means

The NCAA is set to grow its basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams next year, a move that will reshape the classic bracket and add new games before the main action starts. The change has been on the table for four years, with conference leaders and coaches pushing for more spots while critics wo

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Apr 29 2026CRYPTO

Georgia’s Crypto Scene Grows with Smoother Cash-Out Options

Since 2022, Tbilisi has quietly become a hotspot for turning digital coins into real cash. One local exchange, now adding new currencies and bank options, is making it easier for people to swap crypto without jumping through hoops. Instead of just handing over USDT for cash on the spot, clients can

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Basketball gets bigger and Tennessee faces tough choices

Next year the NCAA basketball tournaments will grow. Instead of the usual number, 76 teams will compete in both the men’s and women’s events starting in 2027. That’s twenty more spots than before. The change comes as college sports leaders look for ways to give more schools a shot at the national sp

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

Medicaid Expansion: Does It Really Pay Off Long‑Term?

When people qualify for Medicaid through the expansion program, they gain immediate access to health care. This study looks beyond the first few months and asks whether those benefits stick around over time. Researchers followed adults who joined the program and tracked their financial health for

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

IGGYMOB Picks Up Gungrave IP to Revive a Classic Action Series

IGGYMOB has secured the worldwide rights to the action‑heavy title Gungrave from Japan’s RED Entertainment. The move gives the studio control over all game titles, characters and the story world, allowing it to push the brand into new platforms and media. Gungrave first appeared on PlayStation 2 in

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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bridging the Skill Gap: A New Path to AI Jobs

Denis Brovarnyy saw a clear problem while working as an engineer and later as a manager: fresh graduates rarely hit the ground running in real teams. He knew that when companies adopt AI, they want people who can contribute immediately, not after months of training. After losing his job, he asked

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Immersive Tech Joins a Brand‑Building Agency

The Many, an agency that helps companies invite people into their ideas, has taken a big step by buying most of CatalystXR, an Australian studio that makes VR, AR and large‑scale interactive experiences. Jamie Gilroy, the founder of CatalystXR, will now lead the new partnership as a partner who focu

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Apr 25 2026CRYPTO

Potion Alpha Gets a New Owner and Bigger Horizons

Potion Alpha, the crypto trading hub with more than 110 000 members, has changed its leadership and plans to grow. A group led by Stratosphere now owns 70 % of the community, with extra money from MacnBTC and other investors. The founder, Gabriele Leyva, will stay on as the main guide for user

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