WAO ART #306

Argentine company Tlon Space is reportedly involved in Uruguay's plans to build an aerospace launch platform in Rocha to send small satellites into space. Uruguay's east coast offers advantages for rocket launches, including the ability to launch to polar or equatorial orbits.

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has filed a lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) after its petition for clearer cryptocurrency regulations was rejected. The legal action highlights the frustration within the crypto industry over the SEC's enforcement-focused approach.

Taiwanese officials have launched an inquiry into crypto betting on the upcoming presidential election, warning residents against using platforms like Polymarket. Several individuals have already been called for questioning, as participating in election-related gambling activities is against the law in Taiwan.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is reaffirming his commitment to the cryptocurrency project Worldcoin, despite reports that the company is seeking $50 million in funding. Altman believes that Worldcoin has the potential to create a global digital currency that is accessible to everyone.

Two Oscar-qualified short films, "Her Perfect Life" and "Iyawo Mi," directed by Nigerian producer Mo Abudu, are pushing the boundaries of African cinema. Both films explore topics rarely discussed in Nigerian cinema, such as mental health and female empowerment.

The government of Russia is considering regulating cryptocurrency exports similar to commodities like gas. A bill introduced in November 2022 aims to legalize cryptocurrency mining and allow miners to sell their crypto assets as exports.

Australian Bitcoin mining company Iris Energy is set to acquire 8,380 new-generation T21 miners from Bitmain Technologies. The shipment of the T21 miners is scheduled for the second quarter of 2024 and will help Iris Energy increase its self-mining capacity to 10 EH/s.