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How Bitcoin Miners Are Adjusting to the Threat of Tariffs: Blockspace
10.4.2025
Before April 9, miners were paying upwards of $3M for chartered flights as they try to outrun the impact of Trump’s import levies. Some miners are comparing the tariffs to China’s 2021 mining ban
Wingbits to Launch Satellite to Boost Flight Tracking Accuracy
19.2.2025
The Swedish DePIN startup is taking on incumbents like FlightAware and Flightradar24 with a decentralized approach that rewards hobbyist data collectors
Near’s crosschain AI Assistant will soon book flights and order takeout for you
11.11.2024
The NEAR.AI Assistant was launched at the Redacted conference in Bangkok over the weekend, along with a plan to build the world’s largest open-source AI model.
Travala Integrates Solana for Booking Flights and Hotels, Offers SOL Travel Rewards
22.9.2024
Crypto travel booking platform Travala has integrated with Solana, allowing users to book flights and hotels using Solana-based tokens and earn SOL travel rewards. Highlighting Solana’s scalability and affordability, the platform aims to enhance the crypto travel experience and incentivize...
Binance Exec Staged Elaborate Escape, May Have Evaded Flights: Nigerian Official
1.4.2024
Binance executive Nadeem Anjarwalla absconded from Nigerian custody in February after his arrest. At the time, he was detained along with American colleague Tigran Gambaryan on accusations of misconduct related to the exchange.
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Solana’s Annual Carbon Footprint Equals 8 Flights from London to New York
21.4.2023
The real-time dashboard, produced by the Solana Foundation, shows how much carbon the smart contracts platform is emitting
FTX Co-Founder’s Alleged Extravagance Comes to Light in Bankruptcy Court Documents
9.1.2023
Following the court filing that shows FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) wants access to FTX’s $460 million in Robinhood shares, Delaware bankruptcy court documents show tens of millions were spent by the FTX team in 2022 on living accommodations, hotels, food, and flights. Moreover...
FTX spent $40M on food, flights, and hotels in just 9 months: Court filings
9.1.2023
FTX did not hold back on company expenses in the Bahamas, according to court documents
Stratos Jet Charters Reveals Crypto Payment Acceptance for Flights via FTX Pay
22.12.2021
The Orlando, Florida-based Stratos Jet Charters Inc. has announced the company has partnered with FTX US and the collaboration will make it so Stratos Jet customers can pay for services with crypto payments via FTX Pay. The CEO of Stratos Jet says the company has been in search of a crypto partner...
Travala Now Accepts Shiba Inu Crypto — SHIB Can Be Used to Book 3 Million Travel Products Worldwide
8.12.2021
Crypto-friendly travel website Travala has added support for the shiba inu cryptocurrency. SHIB can now be used to book more than 3 million travel products worldwide on the site, including flights, hotels, and travel packages. Travala Adds Support for Shiba Inu Crypto Travel website Travala...
Travala’s 2021 Q3 Report Shows Crypto Adoption ‘Offset the Negative Impact of the Pandemic’
29.10.2021
The crypto-friendly travel company Travala published its third-quarter 2021 report showing the firm has grown significantly alongside the growth of crypto adoption. In fact, cryptocurrency adoption has “more than offset the negative impact of the pandemic,” the company said as Travala...
ZoidPay Chrome Extension Lets Shoppers Buy with Crypto on Amazon, eBay and 40M+ Online Retailers
19.10.2021
PRESS RELEASE. The ZoidPay Chrome extension will allow users to spend their cryptocurrencies on products, pay subscriptions, and even book flights with 40+ million online retailers. October 19th, 2021, Bucharest, Romania — ZoidPay has announced the launch of its Chrome Extension, allowing...
Bitcoin Payments for Private Flights Soar, 20% of Privatefly’s Revenue Stems from Crypto
16.2.2021
Cryptocurrency users are leveraging their new-found wealth to fly more often with private jets. This week the directional aviation company Privatefly revealed that close to 20% of the firm’s sales were paid in cryptocurrencies last month, and 13% out of that aggregate used bitcoin. On-Demand...
VIC Rewards and XcelTrip Are Set To Redefine Global Wellness and Vitality Marketspace
11.11.2020
PRESS RELEASE. Dr. Richard Satur, CEO of VIC Rewards, and Gyanendra Khadka, CEO of XcelTrip, are partnering to raise stakes initially from ASEAN, Indian and Korean Wellness and Vitality digital space; before they take on the global Medical-Tourism marketplace. XcelTrip with over 2.4 million hotels...
Travala Sees 205% Jump in Booking Revenue as Travel Demand Returns — 60% Paid With Cryptocurrencies
2.6.2020
Crypto-friendly travel booking platform Travala has reported booking growth as demand for travel returns despite continued coronavirus crisis and extended lockdowns in many places. Its booking revenue in May soared 205% and 60% of all bookings were paid with cryptocurrencies. Travel Demand...
Can’t Lock Down Bitcoin: Trump Ponders Halting Stock Trading, Grounding US Passenger Flights
21.3.2020
In the wake of the coronavirus outbreak and a looming recession, U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration are contemplating halting stock markets next week. The White House is currently considering grounding all passenger planes and ordering a nationwide shelter. However, bureaucrats from...
Norwegian Air May Allow Customers to Pay With Crypto as Soon as Spring
20.2.2020
Norwegian would accept cryptocurrency payments via its sister firm, crypto exchange NBX
Buy Presents or a Christmas Trip Using Gift Cards Purchased With Crypto
8.12.2019
Gift cards have become a popular payment tool for cryptocurrency users. Plenty of platforms now offer a wide variety of cards which can be purchased with your digital coins. You can use them to buy just about any product or service from major and small retailers, order food and drinks, or book...
Travel Company Allows Customers to Book Flights With Bitcoin
14.11.2019
Travel company now allows customers to pay for flights using cryptocurrencies
AXA Ceases Blockchain Insurance Solutions for Delayed Flights
12.11.2019
AXA, the French Insurance giant geared up a test run for its blockchain platform in 2017 and named it “Fizzy.” It was designed to manage flight insurance meant for delayed flights. The project primarily focused on automating the claims processes with smart contracts on the public Ethereum platform....