‘To Enhance E-Gov’t Services’: DICT Taps Maya For Digital Finance Tools

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. BitPinas has no commercial relationship with any mentioned entity unless otherwise stated. 📬 Get the biggest crypto stories in the Philippines and Southeast Asia every week — subscribe to the BitPinas Newsletter. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and…

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Strategy raises $21B year-to-date with new funding mix

Strategy raised $21B in 2025, shifting to preferred equity and maintaining record pace, to expand its bitcoin holdings and attract institutional investors. Summary $21B raised through common equity, preferred equity, and convertible debt, up to November 2025. Preferred equity forms a major part of 2025 funding, unlike prior years. Pace of capital raising supports Strategy’s…

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University of Namibia Launches Africa’s ‘First’ Master’s Program in Blockchain Technology

The University of Namibia has launched a Master’s program in blockchain technology to position Namibia as a hub for blockchain research and talent development in Africa. Program Background and National Interest The University of Namibia (UNAM), in partnership with the Africa Blockchain Institute (ABI), has announced the approval and rollout of a Master of Science…

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Alphabet stock gains as Meta AI chip deal boosts market prospects

Key Takeaways Alphabet (Google’s parent company) stock rose after news that Meta (Facebook, Instagram) is considering using Google’s TPUs (tensor processing units) in its data centers. Google’s custom AI chips were previously developed for internal use only. Share this article Alphabet stock climbed today following reports that Meta Platforms, the social media company that operates…

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India’s gig workers win legal status, but access to social security remains elusive

India has granted legal status to millions of gig and platform workers under its newly implemented labor laws, marking a milestone for the country’s delivery, ride-hailing and e-commerce workforce — yet with benefits still unclear and platforms beginning to assess their obligations, access to social security remains out of reach. The recognition stems from the…

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Grayscale Launches DOGE and XRP ETFs on NYSE Arca

Grayscale has introduced new exchange-traded funds that track the performance of Dogecoin and XRP, adding two of the most well-known altcoins to its growing list of crypto investment products. The move lands during a period where interest in assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum is building fast, and regulators are starting to show more openness toward…

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