Wednesday, 8 December 2021

Shiba Inu’s Rise Signals New Meme Coin Cryptocurrency Trends

Shiba Inu Coin’s recent surge, and subsequent fall in value, is part of a growing trend of meme coins that are rivaling some of the largest digital tokens in the world. WSJ retail investing reporter Caitlin McCabe explains why investors are pouring money into this meme based cryptocurrency. 

 

Who is going to win the electric car race?

From behind the wheel of new electric cars from Ford, Volkswagen, Nissan and Nio, FT reporters look at how the established carmakers are trying to take on Tesla. 

 

Monday, 6 December 2021

Banks and DeFi – like garlic to vampires? Or more like Peanut Butter and Chocolate

Alternative money management methods and payment approaches are also gaining speed, complicating the relationship between consumers and their preferred banking methods. With all of this change, where is DeFi’s place in banking? Is there a place for it? Join this must-see PYMNTS TV special as Editor-in-Chief Matt Nesto is joined by Algorand Director of Business Solutions Giuliana Berchicci and Bnext CEO & Co-Founder Guillermo Vicandi to discuss the state of the industry. 

Wednesday, 1 December 2021

Are Biometrics Replacing Passwords? Uncovering What Users Really Want (and Need)

Identity verification is integral to the secure use of digital platforms, many of which have become staples of consumers’ lives in recent years. But with so many authentication methods – from traditional passwords and usernames, to biometrics like face and fingerprint scans – it can be challenging to know just what consumers prefer from their apps and digital accounts, and how best to optimize these experiences from a merchant standpoint. In this virtual roundtable, PYMNTS Editor-in-Chief Matt Nesto hosts industry leaders to discuss this topic and more. Tune in.

Covid-19: How dangerous is Omicron?

The new variant of covid-19, Omicron, is spreading around the world. Just how infectious is the strain, and will current vaccines prove effective against it? The Economist's experts answer your questions. 

 

U.S. vs. China: The Design and Technology Behind Military Drones

China is expanding its military arsenal with new drones, including stealth versions and those that can swarm and drop bombs. WSJ compares the tech and design of these drones with their U.S. counterparts to see how Beijing is equipping its military for possible future conflict. 

 

 
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