Cryptocurrency platform launches new rewards credit card 

The cryptocurrency platform Gemini has announced that it plans to roll out a “Gemini Credit Card” that will pay its customers rewards in cryptocurrency.  According to Gemini, the card, which is issued... Read more »

Walmart announces higher wages for truck drivers due to labor shortages 

Truck drivers are in high demand in the US, and the industry as a whole is facing labor shortages and an incredibly tight market.  To make sure this section of its business... Read more »

UK regulator announces approval of new Covid vaccine 

Regulators in the UK have announced that a new COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for adults aged 18 to 50. The vaccine is manufactured by Velneva – which is based in  Livingston... Read more »

Voracious appetite for digital artwork shows no signs of slowing

To the uninitiated, the idea of paying millions of dollars for digital art might sound like a barely believable concept. Throw non-fungible tokens (NFTs) into the mix and the picture can be... Read more »

Ukraine-related charity scams and phishing campaigns are on the rise 

As the Ukraine conflict continues, many people are showing their support by making charitable donations to those affected. However, scammers are taking advantage of this and the number of Ukraine-related phishing campaigns... Read more »

Elon Musk is now Twitter’s biggest shareholder after buying a 9.2% stake 

According to a US securities filing, Elon Musk has purchased a 9.2% stake in the social media platform, Twitter. The Tesla chief executive now owns 73,486,938 shares in the company.  After buying... Read more »

Sleeping pills: what are the risks and how to avoid them 

On the surface, sleeping pills can seem like a simple cure for insomnia. When used properly. sleeping pills are normally safe and well-tolerated, but they also come with risks and side effects.... Read more »

Consumer groups call for “buy now, pay later” apps to be regulated 

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) services have become more popular in the last few years, and many people view them as an alternative to high-interest credit card debt. However, consumer groups are... Read more »

FDA approves second booster shots for the over 50s 

The FDA has now extended its emergency authorization of Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to include a second booster shot for all adults over 50.  Whilst announcing its decision, the FDA said... Read more »

Can you become a morning person? 

Do you want to start waking up earlier? If you’re not a morning person, life can become challenging – especially if you have work or other commitments.  There’s nothing wrong with being... Read more »