Philippine Blockchain Week Sparks Collaborations and Showcases Blockchain Potential

Philippine Blockchain Week Sparks Collaborations and Showcases Blockchain Potential

Collaborations and partnerships in the Bitcoin and blockchain space are gaining traction, with the recent Philippine Blockchain Week (PBW) serving as a platform for various stakeholders to come together. The second edition of PBW, organized by the Blockchain Council of the Philippines (BCP), saw the active involvement of state-backed agencies, setting a benchmark for government participation in blockchain events.… Read the rest

Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on Jobs and Inequality

Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on Jobs and Inequality

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to increase productivity in various sectors, but it also poses challenges such as job displacement and increased inequality, according to a recent report by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The report reveals that nearly 40 percent of jobs worldwide are at risk of being affected by AI, with advanced economies facing higher risks compared to emerging markets and low-income countries.… Read the rest

Nikkei: Disco to Invest JPY40 Billion in New Plant

Nikkei: Disco to Invest JPY40 Billion in New Plant

Japanese semiconductor equipment provider Disco is planning to invest more than JPY40 billion (US$273.8 million) in a new plant in Kure, Hiroshima Prefecture. The facility will be dedicated to producing materials used in the cutting and grinding of semiconductors.

The investment comes as the global demand for semiconductors continues to rise, driven by the increasing adoption of technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, and Internet of Things.… Read the rest

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