WAO ART #372

Ethereum has surpassed $3,000 in value as experts predict network upgrades and the potential approval of an Ether (ETH) exchange-traded fund (ETF) by May. In 2024, cryptocurrencies have shown strong performance, with Ether leading the gains at 30%, surpassing Bitcoin's 22% rise.

Mumbai has launched a metaverse initiative called the Mumbai Metropolis Metaverse, offering 3D and virtual reality experiences of the city's infrastructure developments. The project aims to showcase ongoing and future projects, including newly opened roads and tunnels for intra-city travel.

Peru is considering implementing a comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) framework focused on consumer safety. The bill, submitted to Peru's Congress, aims to regulate AI developers and address concerns about the untamed use of AI technology.

Australian investment firm HMC Capital has acquired North American digital infrastructure investor StratCap in a $28.5 million deal. The acquisition includes a portfolio of 13 data centers and over 200 cell towers across North America.

Blockchain technology is transforming Africa's financial landscape by providing cost-effective and efficient solutions for businesses. Traditional systems, foreign exchange volatility, and high transaction fees have posed challenges in the past.

Swiss Bank PostFinance has partnered with Sygnum Bank to launch a crypto service, allowing its 2.5M customers to buy, store, and sell 11 leading cryptocurrencies. The service will be accessible with a minimum investment of $50 and can be accessed 24/7 through the PostFinance online account or mobile application.

Elon Musk has announced a major update to his Grok AI chatbot on the X platform. The new version of Grok will be able to summarize threads and replies for analysis and help users create posts. Musk expects the updated chatbot to be released in a few weeks.