Ukraine Spends $15 Million of Crypto Donations on Military Gear - Bloomberg.com

Bornyakov expects crypto donations to reach $100 million soon · The country has been getting donations in Bitcoin, Ether.

source https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-03-04/ukraine-spends-15-million-of-crypto-donations-on-military-gear

BlockFi to Pay $100 Million Over Crypto Lending Platform | Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

BlockFi offered and sold to investors BlockFi Interest Accounts (“BIAs”), through which investors lent crypto assets to BlockFi and, in exchange, ...

source https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/blockfi-to-pay-100-million-over-crypto-9618269/

Crypto Allows Ukraine to 'Operate Internationally,' Official Says - Bitcoin News

Crypto helps Ukraine to receive and quickly distribute money and operate internationally, a high-ranking government official has indicated.

source https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-allows-ukraine-to-operate-internationally-official-says/

The Metaverse Is Real, and Yes, There Will Be State Taxes There - Bloomberg Tax

This week in state tax news: The virtual reality game Second Life announced it will begin applying sales tax to many features of its platform, ...

source https://news.bloombergtax.com/daily-tax-report/the-metaverse-is-real-and-yes-there-will-be-state-taxes-there

Coinbase, Binance will not ban Russians from their crypto platforms - BusinessToday

"We are not going to unilaterally freeze millions of innocent users' accounts," a spokesperson of Binance, the world's biggest crypto exchange, ...

source https://www.businesstoday.in/crypto/story/coinbase-binance-will-not-ban-russians-from-their-crypto-platforms-324790-2022-03-04

Friday Watercooler: Working in the metaverse - Morning Brew

(Though, Meta has added a “safety bubble” to help.) Yes, YOU, there in the back: Where does HR fit into this rapidly developing virtual paradigm? Are ...

source https://www.morningbrew.com/hr/stories/2022/03/04/friday-water-cooler-working-in-the-metaverse

Ukraine turns to crypto donations to fund its defense against Russia - Marketplace.org

Like Savannah said, Russia could also raise funds via crypto. And as Vice reports, that has some U.S. legislators worried Russia will use ...

source https://www.marketplace.org/shows/marketplace-tech/ukraine-turns-to-crypto-donations-to-fund-its-defense-against-russia

Virtual reality, simulation training help Orlando police de-escalate tense mental health crises - WESH

In just six months last year, there were nearly 600 calls to 911 made by people in mental distress in Orlando. Many didn't involve violence, ...

source https://www.wesh.com/article/orlando-police-mental-health-simulation/39319363

Mammoths, meet the metaverse - ScienceDaily

... herd of scientifically accurate extinct animals to use in AR and VR. ... these extinct animals back to life through augmented reality (AR).

source https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/03/220302092713.htm

The Importance of Disclosing and Transferring Crypto Assets in Your Estate Plan - JD Supra

As cryptocurrencies and noncurrency blockchain tokens grow in popularity, it is important to address crypto assets in your estate planning so as ...

source https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/the-importance-of-disclosing-and-6539078/

Ukraine's crypto corps and hacker army | Financial Times

Ukraine's crypto corps and hacker army. Amazon closing 68 stores, CNN and ITV expand streaming, Honor Magic4 Pro. Ukrainian president ...

source https://www.ft.com/content/4d2af984-e33d-4369-a681-5f4175eafbc1

Law enforcement is using one of cryptocurrency's strengths to fight crypto crime | Boise State ...

Cryptocurrency is an asset for those seeking privacy in their transactions, including criminals. Eyebrows were raised when a couple was arrested ...

source https://www.boisestatepublicradio.org/2022-03-03/law-enforcement-is-using-one-of-cryptocurrencys-strengths-to-fight-crypto-crime

Crypto exchange Binance says will not accept cards of sanctioned Russian banks - Moneycontrol

Some of the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchanges are staying put in Russia, breaking ranks with mainstream finance in a decision that experts ...

source https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/cryptocurrency/crypto-exchange-binance-says-will-not-accept-cards-of-sanctioned-russian-banks-8189971.html

ISA FAST 5 | Illinois Soybean Association

Our biodiesel virtual reality experience allows you to fully immerse yourself in the process, transporting you from field, to processing plant, ...

source https://www.ilsoy.org/weekly-update/isa-fast-5-030322

Scientists Resurrect Extinct Animals Using AR Technology - VRScout

For more information visit here. Credit: La Brea Tar Pits. Android AR Augmented Reality iOS Snapchat.

source https://vrscout.com/news/scientists-resurrect-extinct-animals-using-ar-technology/

Metaverse And The Practice Of Law (Part II)

African american man standing at night with VR headset on. Virtual reality concept. (Image by Getty). Last month, I shared that the Metaverse can ...

source https://abovethelaw.com/2022/03/metaverse-and-the-practice-of-law-part-ii/

Hillary Clinton Urges Biden Administration to Pressure Crypto Exchanges to Block Russian Users

She believes regulators “should look hard at how they can prevent the crypto markets from giving an escape hatch to Russia, both governmental and ...

source https://news.bitcoin.com/hillary-clinton-urges-biden-administration-to-pressure-crypto-exchanges-to-block-russian-users/

What's next for augmented reality in spine surgery?

Surgalign's Holo Portal augmented reality system received FDA 510(k) clearance for lumbar spine surgeries in January. It's the first AR system driven ...

source https://www.beckersspine.com/spinal-tech/item/53748-what-s-next-for-augmented-reality-in-spine-surgery.html

Bitcoin surges 17 percent as clear crypto winner amid Russia-Ukraine war - New York Post

The crypto surge comes amid a spike in transactions between bitcoin and the Russian and Ukrainian currencies, which have both tanked since ...

source https://nypost.com/2022/03/01/bitcoin-surges-17-percent-amid-russia-ukraine-war/

Peabody Awards' New Immersive Category Winners To Be Revealed In March - Deadline

A newly created Interactive Board is screening projects across Gaming, Interactive Journalism, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Social Video, ...

source https://deadline.com/2022/03/peabody-awards-expanding-gaming-digital-immersive-categories-1234783601/

As Sanctions Pile, Bitcoin Flips the Russian Ruble - Crypto Briefing

Exchange data shows that Russians have turned to crypto in seeking refuge from the falling national currency. Share this article.

source https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-flips-russian-ruble/

At Snap Inc., Making Augmented Reality Work for Fashion | BoF

More than 200 million Snapchat users experience augmented reality every day. Here, Snap Inc.'s vice president of product Peter Sellis shares AR's ...

source https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/technology/at-snap-inc-making-augmented-reality-work-for-fashion/

Russian Central Bank Chief Says Alternative to SWIFT Already in Place - Crypto Briefing

Russia hopes to continue with global payments with System for Transfer of Financial Messages (SPFS)–its alternative to SWIFT.

source https://cryptobriefing.com/russian-central-bank-chief-says-alternative-to-swift-already-in-place/

UCF therapy center developing new virtual reality treatment for PTSD - WFTV

Dr. Beidel and her team have been using virtual reality to treat PTSD since 2011, responding to tragedies like the shooting at Pulse Nightclub, ...

source https://www.wftv.com/news/local/ucf-therapy-center-developing-new-virtual-reality-treatment-ptsd/2SIJJZATYVGHZP5UH45QZ2R3EA/

Treasury Revives Russian Sanctions Referencing Crypto

Treasury Revives Russian Sanctions Referencing Crypto · A 2021 U.S. executive order that includes limitations on digital assets will be expanded upon ...

source https://cryptobriefing.com/treasury-revives-russian-sanctions-referencing-crypto/

Rochester teen to compete on American Idol | KAALTV.com

"Walking in there felt like a virtual reality game. It feels crazy to be a part of something so huge," said Rowe. She grew up in Rochester, ...

source https://www.kaaltv.com/rochester-minnesota-news/rochester-teen-to-compete-on-american-idol/6405745/

Today in Crypto: Ukraine Gets $10M in Donations | PYMNTS.com

In today's crypto news, Ukraine and volunteer groups within the country have received millions in crypto donations, Flexpool has severed ties to ...

source https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2022/today-in-crypto-ukraine-gets-10m-in-crypto-donations-us-doj-charges-bitconnect-founder-in-connection-to-2-4b-scam/

Here's Why Steam Won't Embrace Crypto - U.Today

Valve founder and owner Gabe Newell is refusing to jump on the latest trends within the cryptocurrency industry, slamming non-fungible tokens as ...

source https://u.today/heres-why-steam-wont-embrace-crypto

Gold and crypto won't protect you from inflation - AFR

While crypto assets may prove to be another source of returns for investors, they should be seen as a speculative asset class at this stage of ...

source https://www.afr.com/wealth/personal-finance/gold-and-crypto-won-t-protect-you-from-inflation-20220227-p5a02z

Latin America Seeing Significant Growth in Freelance Jobs and Crypto - BeInCrypto

Freelancers in Argentina prefer their salaries in crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Latin American countries have proven to be one of the ...

source https://beincrypto.com/latin-america-increasing-freelance-jobs-crypto-payments-says-report/

Russian Banks to be Cutoff From SWIFT: What Does it Mean for Crypto? (Opinon) - CryptoPotato

The West has moved to exclude Russia from SWIFT. With the ongoing uncertainty, what does this mean for crypto?

source https://cryptopotato.com/russian-banks-to-be-cutoff-from-swift-what-does-it-mean-for-crypto-opinon/

Larry David shills for crypto co - The Australian Jewish News

LARRY David has made his first outing into the ad world, to endorse – or at least, give a very Larry David-style endorsement-by-contradiction for, ...

source https://www.australianjewishnews.com/larry-david-shills-for-crypto-co/

Ukraine Mounts Effort to Surveil Russian Politicians' Crypto Wallets - CoinDesk

Russia-linked wallet addresses will be reported to government sanctions offices, to cryptocurrency exchanges and to Chainalysis, the crypto tracing ...

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2022/02/26/ukraine-mounts-effort-to-surveil-russian-politicians-crypto-wallets/

Tapping into the Metaverse: How NFTs will Infiltrate Our Lives - Block Telegraph

Virtual reality enables those that don't have the financial means to do certain activities, such as traveling, to engage in activities they might not ...

source https://blocktelegraph.io/tapping-into-the-metaverse-how-nfts-will-infiltrate-our-lives/

Looking for the Next Bitcoin? 3 Cryptocurrencies to Buy Now | The Motley Fool

The third crypto here is one of today's fastest blockchain networks. Bitcoin grabbed investors' attention when it soared past $60,000 last year.

source https://www.fool.com/investing/2022/02/26/looking-for-the-next-bitcoin-3-cryptocurrencies-to/

4 Altcoins That Might Surge in 2022 - The Motley Fool

The overall crypto market cap has fallen from almost $3 trillion in November to $1.7 trillion at the time of writing, according to CoinMarketCap data.

source https://www.fool.com/the-ascent/cryptocurrency/articles/4-altcoins-that-might-surge-in-2022/

SK Telecom to demo innovative technologies and services at MWC 2022 - TelecomLead

“We have designed an exhibition that provides visitors with an intuitive experience of the future world where reality is converged with virtual ...

source https://www.telecomlead.com/telecom-services/sk-telecom-to-demo-innovative-technologies-and-services-at-mwc-2022-103666