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Bitcoin's wild ride toward $100,000

(Reuters) - Bitcoin neared $100,000 for the first time on Thursday as the election of Republican Donald Trump as president fuelled expectations that his administration will create a friendly regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies.    

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QuickCheck: Did the company that makes the most tyres also release a music album?

The process of vulcanising, or hardening, rubber was discovered in 1839 and perfected in 1844. Before long, the first tyres were made. First, they were solid rubber, and then they were filled with air.

Technology

OpenAI considers taking on Google with browser, the Information reports

(Reuters) -ChatGPT-creator OpenAI has recently considered developing a web browser that would combine with its chatbot and separately discussed or struck deals to power search features, the Information reported on Thursday.

Social media

One tech tip: How to get started with Bluesky

Maybe you're not ready to commit to adding yet another social media account. No problem – you can still look around on Bluesky without signing up because all posts and profiles are public.

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Your passport to higher education

HIGHER education plays a pivotal role in shaping a student’s future, unlocking opportunities for personal and professional growth, while opening doors to a world of possibilities.

Technology

FCC proposes fining Chinese video doorbell manufacturer after security concerns raised

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday proposed to fine Chinese-based video doorbell manufacturer Eken nearly $735,000 for providing false information and after security concerns were raised.

Technology

Snap seeks to dismiss New Mexico lawsuit over child safety

(Reuters) - Snap on Thursday filed a motion to dismiss a New Mexico lawsuit that alleged the tech company enabled child sexual exploitation on its messaging app Snapchat, arguing there were inaccuracies to the state's investigation.

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KUALA LUMPUR: Here is a recap of the announcements that made headlines in Coprorate Malaysia.

Technology

Crypto industry jockeys for seats at Trump's promised council

(Reuters) -A slew of crypto companies including Ripple, Kraken and Circle are jostling for a seat on President-elect Donald Trump's promised crypto advisory council, seeking a say in his planned overhaul of U.S. policy, according to several digital asset industry executives.

Commodities

Oil rises 2% as Russia-Ukraine war escalates

Oil climbed nearly 2% on Thursday as tensions between Russia and Ukraine were rapidly rising as the countries launched missiles at each other, worrying markets about crude supply if the conflict widened.

World

US believes Russia's attack in Ukraine showcased new missile

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States believes that Russia fired a never-before-fielded intermediate-range ballistic missile on Thursday in its attack on Ukraine, an escalation that analysts say could have implications for European missile defense.

Markets

Wall St ends higher as Dow, S&P hit one-week tops

Wall Street's main indices closed higher after choppy trading on Thursday, with the blue-chip Dow and the S&P 500 hitting one-week tops.

Technology

Reddit back up after latest outage impacts thousands of users

(Reuters) - Reddit has resolved a problem with its website, the social media company said on Thursday, after an outage impacted thousands of users for about an hour.

Technology

Massachusetts student's punishment for AI use can stand, US judge rules

BOSTON (Reuters) - A federal judge has rejected a bid by the parents of a Massachusetts high school senior to force his school to expunge his disciplinary record and raise his history class grade after officials accused him of using an artificial intelligence program to cheat on a class assignment.

World

Haiti blasts Macron's criticism of transition council as 'unfriendly and inappropriate'

PORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) -Haiti's foreign minister met with the French ambassador to the nation on Thursday over what the ministry branded as "unfriendly and inappropriate" comments by French President Emmanuel Macron as he left the G20 summit in Brazil.

Nation

‘KL sinkhole tragedy not caused by flash floods’

THE sinkhole tragedy in Jalan Masjid India, Kuala Lumpur, was not caused by flash floods, said Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

Nation

‘Afghans shown education model’

PETALING JAYA: The purpose of meeting a delegation from Afghanistan’s education ministry was to show them how a modern Islamic nation’s education system could be, says the Education Ministry.

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Cosy spot for bespoke cocktails and Japanese-inspired delights

WALKING into this establishment feels like stepping into a friend’s home, with the bar’s minimalist, earthy tones enhanced by cheerful greetings from a team of skilled bartenders.

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PETALING JAYA: For the past 53 years, The Star has been dedicated to delivering the news as it is, ensuring that every story is backed by facts and reported with integrity.

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400,000 with unpaid PTPTN loans

NEARLY half of National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who have yet to make repayments are recipients of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) cash aid, said Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir.