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Decrypt Unveils Historical Secrets With AI
Decrypt is an initiative focused on decoding the most enigmatic historical manuscripts with the aid of AI technology. The team has a vast playground to explore as libraries and archives are brimming with spy reports, diplomatic correspondences, and secret society documents that have been gathering dust for decades and centuries. 
Brooklyn Spa Draws Criticism for Bitcoin Mining Energy Use
BATHHOUSE, a spa located in Brooklyn, has come under fire after disclosing its use of energy from Bitcoin mining to heat its pools. The founders of the spa believed in the potential benefits of this technology, but their announcement sparked disapproval: 
a16z Expands Globally, Eyes UK as Crypto Hub
a16z, the venture capital firm, has announced its plans to open an office in London later this year. Chris Dixon, the head of the fund, emphasizes the UK’s potential as a cryptocurrency hub, citing regulatory clarity and support for blockchain technology. Decentralizing Verification: EU's New Blockchain Initiative
Protokol, an organization at the cutting edge of Web3 and blockchain technology, has disclosed its partnership with the EU-funded initiative, EBSI Vector. The project is poised to pioneer a novel decentralized system that will transform the way educational and professional credentials are verified across the borders of EU nations. Cathie Wood: The ARK Invest Founder and Technology Advocate
Cathie Wood, founder and CEO of ARK Invest, has a keen eye for promising areas in technology, such as blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and other groundbreaking innovations. Renowned as a financial savant, Wood is admired for her strong appetite for risk-taking. 
Blockchain 4.0 and Laos: Digital Transformation on Steroids
Located in Indochina, Laos has selected blockchain technology as its vehicle for an unprecedented digital transformation. The inaugural ministerial transformation conference in Vientiane, chaired by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, was dominated by one topic: Blockchain 4.0. DID: A Decentralized Identifier
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) marked 2022 with a decisive push towards enhancing and integrating Decentralized Identification (DID) technology. The adoption of these decentralized identifiers equips companies and individuals with the means to manage their personal information independently. 
Blockchain Shows Potential in Battling Counterfeit Goods
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) is optimistic about the potential of blockchain technology in combating counterfeit goods. The agency shared that it has completed a proof of concept trial, labeled European Logistics Services Authentication (ELSA), that used blockchain-based tools for anti-counterfeiting purposes. AI Screens 100M+ Compounds Daily in Search for New Drugs
The creation of pharmaceutical drugs is a prolonged and painstaking process. Scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Tufts University see artificial intelligence as a vital tool in expediting the discovery of new medicines. KRAKEN CTO: Current macro environment hinders new technologies
Vishnu Patankar, the new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, shared his insights on the current status and future potential of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and artificial intelligence in an interview with the company's official blog. 
