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Africa Bitcoin Conference 2024: The third edition will be held from December 9-11, 2024, at JW Marriott, Nairobi, Kenya, a hub for tech innovation. Afro Bitcoin Fellowship: Young African developers under 35 can apply for a fully funded opportunity to attend the conference, covering travel and accommodation.

Residents of Hadsel, Norway, face a $280 annual increase in electricity bills after the shutdown of a local Bitcoin mine due to noise complaints. The mine accounted for 20% of the local power company's revenue, leading to financial strain on the community.

The USDT stablecoin on the TON network has surpassed $1 billion, signaling increased liquidity and interest in Toncoin (TON). Price Potential: Toncoin could rise from its current price of $5.55 to its all-time high of $8.24 if it breaks through the $6 resistance level.

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele announced the country will stop using foreign debt from 2025, focusing on Bitcoin for financial independence. Bitcoin is central to this strategy, with the government currently holding 5,875 Bitcoins valued at around $345 million.

Jetstar is launching new direct routes from the Gold Coast to Hamilton and Dunedin in New Zealand starting June 2025. The services will operate three times weekly, offering a total of 115,000 seats annually across the Tasman.

Bybit has secured provisional VASP approval from Dubai's VARA for crypto exchange services, marking a significant regulatory milestone. The exchange has established its global headquarters in Dubai and partnered with the DMCC Crypto Hub to enhance its local presence.

MicroStrategy and Coinbase stocks fell as Bitcoin's price momentum cooled, with Coinbase down 4% and MicroStrategy down 5% at market open. After peaking above $60,500, Bitcoin has dropped below $58,000, reflecting a nearly 4% decline in the last 24 hours.