Bitcoin's journey to quantum safety is a marathon, not a sprint. Experts agree that quantum computers won't crack Bitcoin anytime soon. But upgrading Bitcoin to withstand quantum attacks is no easy feat. It could take 5 to 10 years. Why? Because Bitcoin's decentralized nature makes upgrades tricky.
The Trump administration has put forward new rules about gender transition treatments for minors. These rules aim to stop federal money from being used for certain medical steps, like puberty blockers and surgeries. The idea is to focus on treatments that are proven to work and to avoid turning kids
A recent debate within the FDA has sparked concerns about the future of vaccine safety and policy. Dr. Vinay Prasad, head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, sent an internal email claiming that COVID vaccines had caused the deaths of "at least 10 children. " This claim was me
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has introduced new rules that could change how hospitals treat young people who want to change their gender. These rules might stop hospitals from getting federal money if they offer certain treatments to kids under 18. This includes treatments
House Republicans are moving forward with a health care plan that skips extending pandemic-era subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage. These subsidies, which helped many Americans afford health insurance, are set to expire at the end of the year. Speaker Mike Johnson had considered letting
The end of January is a crucial deadline for millions of Americans. Without action from Congress, healthcare costs could skyrocket or coverage could disappear for many. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded tax credits during the COVID-19 pandemic, making healthcare more affordable. But these credi
In Mexico City, a recent congress session took a wild turn. Instead of discussing important topics, lawmakers started pushing and pulling each other. It all began when female lawmakers started arguing. One gave a slap, and another pulled hair. Soon, more lawmakers joined in, making the room look lik
A recent study has stirred up a debate about saturated fats and their impact on heart health. The research, published in a medical journal, looked at 17 clinical trials involving over 66, 000 people. It found that cutting down on saturated fats can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes, but o
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is in a tough spot. Congress can't agree on extending subsidies, and people are feeling the pinch. With open enrollment in full swing, many are worried about higher costs. A recent poll shows that half of the people who use the ACA say a $1, 000 increase in their health
The SEC has been shaking things up in the crypto space. Since the new administration came in, the SEC has been rethinking its stance on crypto cases. This has sparked a lot of debate among experts and market watchers. The SEC had 23 crypto cases in progress. But it decided to drop 14 of them. This
