Executive Summary Platform Updates Ethereum Following the May 2025 Pectra upgrade, Ethereum’s PoS chain showed robust health. Staking surged to new heights: over 35 million ETH (28.3% of supply) was locked as of mid-June cointelegraph.com, driven in part by renewed confidence after the upgrade. Analysts noted ~500K ETH was staked in the first half of…
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Comtech has appointed Steve Black (COO), Mark Dale (CTO), and Brent Norman (CFO) to lead its Satellite and Space Communications segment. CEO Ken Traub said the new team will be "instrumental in delivering exceptional value to customers worldwide and pursuing strategic initiatives." The move is part of Comtech's ongoing transformation plan.
A "music group" amassed over a million listeners in a month, only to be revealed as an artificial intelligence creation. This highlights AI's growing influence in the music industry and raises questions about authenticity and the future of creative professions.
Australian scientists have used AI to design a protein that kills antibiotic-resistant bacteria like E. coli. This breakthrough, published in Nature Communications, leverages AI-driven protein design platforms, accelerating drug development and offering new hope against superbugs. The technology could revolutionize biomedical research and patient care.
Global Digital Identity and Authentication Developments – June/July 2025June and July 2025 saw a flurry of activity in digital identity and authentication worldwide. New products and platforms were launched – from innovative digital ID wallets to advanced biometric and blockchain-based tools. Governments introduced or updated policies and initiatives spanning nationa…
Hong Kong Drone Laws 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Regulations and RequirementsOverview of Hong Kong’s Drone Regulatory Framework Hong Kong has implemented a modern regulatory framework for drones (also called Small Unmanned Aircraft, or SUA) to ensure safe operations. The current rules are grounded in the Small Unmanned Aircraft Order (Cap. 448G), a piece of subsidiary leg…
