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Business Insider
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Moonveil Confirms $MORE Token Generation Event on June 27 With Multiple CEX Listings
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, June 26th, 2025, Chainwire Layer 2 gaming chain Moonveil has announced the launch of the $MORE token, which is set to go live at 12 PM UTC on June 27, in a Token Generation Event (TGE). The rollout of the $MORE token will give the public an opportunity to acquire the native asset that will play a pivotal role in the expansion of Moonveil's gaming ecosystem. The $MORE launch on June 27 will be featured on Binance Alpha, followed by listings on a string of leading CEXs, allowing Moonveil's global user base of gamers to acquire the token. Exchanges confirmed to be listing $MORE include Gate, MEXC, Bitget, KuCoin, BingX and LBank. $MORE will power activity across the multi-layered ecosystem that Moonveil is developing. It supports seamless blockchain and gaming interactions while incentivizing community development and driving deep interoperability. Moonveil founder MJ said: 'The launch of the $MORE token builds upon everything we've been working on to date. It adds a powerful economic layer that will align incentives between game developers and players, supporting true interoperability and adding value to every onchain interaction. By anchoring user identity on Moonveil's L2 while remaining chain-agnostic at the application layer, $MORE is capable of going wherever the players are.' In addition to serving as the governance token of Moonveil's game-centric Layer 2, $MORE is the key to unlock seamless gaming experiences. Players can effortlessly handle transaction fees, purchase in-game items, and exchange assets, simplifying token management and ensuring an immersive gaming journey. The launch of the $MORE token arrives at a time when activity across the Moonveil ecosystem is heating up. A number of games have already been released including AstrArk, Bushwhack, Flaming Pets, Puffy 2048, Puffy Miner, and Puffy Match. The AstrArk Marching Test in late 2024 drew over 871,000 unique wallets, demonstrating strong user traction and clear product-market fit. On the infrastructure side, Moonveil's Layer 2 testnet has recorded 1.3 million unique wallet interactions. Powered by AggLayer integration and upcoming node operations, it's laying the foundation for a scalable, high-performance network optimized for gaming. The Moonveil community is also expanding rapidly, with over 1 million players engaged through its loyalty program and strong user adoption across Asia, South America, and the CIS region. The launch of the $MORE token will catalyze growth while unlocking new opportunities for global gamers. Moonveil is a full-stack Web3 gaming ecosystem that combines in-house/third-party products, publishing capabilities, and L2 infrastructure tools to solve fundamental problems in gaming. Moonveil takes a product-first, utility-driven approach with deep Web3 integration, anchoring user identity on our own L2 while remaining chain-agnostic at the application layer—going wherever the players are. Contact
Scottish Sun
22-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Huge blaze engulfs warehouse with smoke visible for miles as urgent warning issued to locals & firefighters battle fire
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ENORMOUS fire has engulfed a warehouse sending smoke billowing into the sky tonight. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) has issued urgent warnings to locals to keep their windows and doors shut as around 80 firefighters tackle the devastating blaze at the two-storey warehouse in Enfield, north London. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 An enormous blaze as engulfed a two-storey warehouse in Enfield, north London Credit: Thomas Bowles 6 The fire is sending thick smoke - visible from miles away - high into the sky Credit: Thomas Bowles 6 At present, around 80 firefighters and 12 fire engines are tackling the inferno Credit: Thomas Bowles Residents have even reported seeing smoke rising high into the night sky from miles away. At present, 12 fire engines are fighting the blaze which is "currently producing a greater amount of smoke", LFB said. The emergency service added that it expects its crews to be at the scene for several hours. Dramatic footage shows a number of fire engines surrounding the warehouse as smoke billows high above into the night sky. Read More on UK News TRAIN PAIN Moment fare dodger tells rail ticket inspectors 'don't touch me' in tense clash In the background, ambulances can also be seen parked nearby - it is currently not known if there have been any injuries from the blaze. The fire can also be seen slowly creeping its way through the roof of the structure - which appears to have caved in - sending even more smoke high above the warehouse. Surrounding the burning structure are a number of other buildings, including one bearing branding from supermarket Tesco while another appears to belong to delivery company Yodel. Cars can also be seen driving along the M25 motorway just metres away from the blaze. Countless locals have taken to social media to share pictures of the fire, with some images showing the inferno sending smoke upwards in large dark plumes. LFB said its crews received the first of around 30 calls at approximately 8.05pm on Saturday evening. A massive fire has broken out in a skyscraper in Dubai Fire crews were then deployed from a number of stations across London in order to tackle the inferno, including from Enfield, Edmonton, Chingford and Woodford, the force said. It added that its crews are being assisted by Hertfordshire Fire & Rescue Service and Essex County Fire & Rescue Service. Two 32-metre turntable ladders from Tottenham and Soho fire stations have also been utilised, LFB added. They are being "used as a water tower to help extinguish the fire from above". 6 One nearby resident posted an image showing the sheer scale of the flames during the blaze Credit: X 6 The London Fire Brigade says it expects to be at the scene for several hours Credit: X 6 Thick smoke making its way out of the burning warehouse Credit: X LFB said it has also deployed a "Hose Layer Unit" as part of its response, helping to increase the amount of water available for firefighting operations. In a statement on Saturday evening, LFB confirmed that the cause of the devastating blaze was not yet known. Mollison Avenue, the road leading to the warehouses, has been shut, with diversion routes now in place. In an update posted shortly after midnight, Enfield Council said the fire was now "contained".
The Verge
05-06-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Angelo Sotira's display,
DeviantArt's co-founder made a digital art display... and it's $22,000. called Layer, is designed to house a kind of 'generative AI art,' which TechCrunch explains involves artists writing their 'own software to create digital AI artworks that change over time.' The display comes with a dedicated GPU capable of rendering 'infinite variations' of generative art in full resolution.
TechCrunch
05-06-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
The founder of DeviantArt is making a $22,000 display for digital art
Angelo Sotira started the online digital art platform DeviantArt when he was just a teenager, growing a formative community for millions of artists in the 2000s. Twenty-five years later, Sotira wants to change digital art again, but with a focus on the way it's displayed. On Thursday, Sotira revealed his new venture, Layer, a screen specifically designed to showcase digital art in the best quality possible. 'The way that the canvas needs to perform and behave in your life is quite different than other types of displays,' Sotira told TechCrunch. 'It needs to blend into beautiful environments.' The closest point of reference that the average consumer would have for a product like this is Samsung's The Frame TV, which looks like a painting hung on the wall when it's not turned on. But Layer takes that kind of feel to an even more premium level — unlike The Frame, Layer is not a consumer product, and it's not trying to emulate static paintings or photographs. 'They're $22,000, so that kind of tells you a lot about who that's for,' Sotira said. 'We spared no expense and we spared no effort. We made no compromise in producing what is actually, in our opinion, the very best way to display digital art on a wall.' Image Credits:Layer When Sotira talks about digital art, he isn't talking about digital photography or videos. Layer is working with hundreds of artists like Casey Reas, who makes generative AI art — no, not the kind of generative art you get from ChatGPT, which is created with LLMs that use other artists' work without their consent. Instead, many of these artists are writing their own software to create digital AI artworks that change over time according to what the code says. Techcrunch event Save now through June 4 for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Save $300 on your ticket to TC Sessions: AI—and get 50% off a second. Hear from leaders at OpenAI, Anthropic, Khosla Ventures, and more during a full day of expert insights, hands-on workshops, and high-impact networking. These low-rate deals disappear when the doors open on June 5. Exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI Secure your spot at TC Sessions: AI and show 1,200+ decision-makers what you've built — without the big spend. Available through May 9 or while tables last. Berkeley, CA | REGISTER NOW But these artworks, like most AI software, require a lot of computing power to execute. That's part of why Layer is so pricey — it needs the technological capacity to display these new kinds of works. 'You're looking at an over 35-year history of extraordinary artists developing the medium of code-based art and essentially, the pixels on the display are being governed by the code that's been written that runs live on that GPU, rendering it in full resolution,' Sotira said. 'It's actually controlling every pixel, so it's not going through any compression algorithms.' Sotira is well aware that he's not the first entrepreneur to try to create a better way to display digital art — when he was at DeviantArt, he was pitched on products like Layer all the time. But because of this, he knows what was missing from the products that were pitched to him in the past. 'One of the driving principles is that you can plug it in, turn it on, and leave it alone, and it should know how to sequence art for you,' he said. In his experience, he enjoys tinkering with these devices for a few weeks, but then it becomes tedious to continue updating the display, so he wanted his own canvas to be more self-sustaining. 'It's going to be on your wall for five years, so it has to play really, really well in your life.' Image Credits:Layer Layer seems like a highly expensive and very niche product, but some venture capitalists and entrepreneurs are betting on it. While in stealth, the startup raised $5.7 million in funding from Expa Ventures, Human Ventures, and Slauson & Co., plus angels like Twitter co-founder Evan Williams and Behance co-founder Scott Belsky. The company's ambitions extend beyond selling hardware to display art. With a Layer canvas, owners get subscription access to a collection of art from the digital artists that Layer partners with. Then, those artists are paid royalties based on the amount of time their works are on view. 'We put artists first, and that's kind of the core mission and philosophy of Layer,' Sotira said.
News18
25-05-2025
- Health
- News18
Ayurveda on the Global Stage: How Science and Innovation Are Powering Its Next Leap
Last Updated: Ayurveda is evolving into a globally recognized, science-backed wellness solution, powered by modern validation techniques and digital innovation. Today's health-conscious consumers are no longer just looking for treatments—they're seeking sustainable, preventive solutions that support long-term well-being. In this evolving landscape, Ayurveda has emerged as a powerful ally. Rooted in balance, immunity, and holistic wellness, this ancient science is increasingly aligning with modern demands through evidence-based research and innovation. Dr. Hariprasad V.R, Senior Research Scientist, Discovery Sciences Group, Himalaya Wellness Company, says, 'At Himalaya Wellness Company, our approach is grounded in the seamless integration of traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with cutting-edge scientific validation. This synergy is not only advancing credibility but also fueling the global resurgence of Ayurveda. Market projections reflect this momentum—Ayurveda is expected to reach a market size of USD 26.26 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 15.10%." To strengthen scientific legitimacy, 'we rely on advanced technologies such as Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS). This method enables precise identification of bioactive compounds in complex herbal formulations, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficacy. Similarly, Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) fingerprinting plays a vital role in authenticating herbal ingredients and maintaining quality standards throughout product development," adds Dr Hariprasad V.R. 'Beyond scientific rigor, two key factors are accelerating Ayurveda's global recognition. First, the World Health Organization's inclusion of traditional medicine in the ICD-11 framework marks a pivotal validation, encouraging integration into mainstream healthcare systems worldwide. Second, digital innovation is redefining access—teleconsultations, wellness apps, and digital dispensaries are bridging geographical gaps, bringing Ayurveda to previously untapped markets," states Dr Hariprasad V.R. As ancient knowledge meets modern science and technology, Ayurveda is transforming into a global solution for sustainable health. At Himalaya, we believe this convergence is not just the future of wellness—it is the future of healthcare. First Published: May 25, 2025, 09:16 IST
