Join the event trusted by enterprise leaders for nearly two decades. VB Transform brings together the people building real enterprise AI strategy. Learn more >>See all our Transform 2025 coverage here<< When people started to talk about AI agents and assistants, the number one use case revolved around travel. Could someone be watching a video about the Maldives and direct their AI agent to start finding flights and hotels, and book these seamlessly? We‘re inching closer to a similar future as the travel industry begins to embrace agentic AI. Kayak and Expedia, two of the largest companies in travel booking, said…
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This is a daily technical analysis by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.The ratio between the per-piece dollar price of bitcoin and gold’s (XAU) per-ounce dollar-denominated price rose over 10% to 33.33 last week, registering its best performance in two months, according to data source TradingView.The double-digit gain, representing BTC’s outperformance relative to gold, marked a breakout from the bull flag pattern. The so-called flag breakout signals a continuation of the rally from lows near 24.85 reached on April 11.A bull flag pattern is characterized by a sharp uptrend followed by a relatively brief counter-trend consolidation that usually…
With End of Financial Year (EOFY) quickly approaching, you’re probably starting to think about who you need to assist with processing and lodging your tax returns. If you are looking for an accountant for your new business or are unhappy with your current advisor, now is a good time to be looking for one that fits your needs. No matter the industry you are in lawyer, tradie, service or hairdresser, you’ll know it’s important to choose the person you outsource work to carefully.Here are some good questions to ask an accountant before you hire them.1. What services do you provide?You…
“The healthiest societies in 2030 will most likely be on the sea,” O’Neill told an audience at a Seasteading Institute conference in 2009. In that presentation, he talked up the benefits of a free market for health care, saying that seasteads could offer improved health care and serve as medical tourism hubs: “The last best hope for freedom is on the sea.” Some in the longevity community see the ultimate goal as establishing a network state within the US. “That’s essentially what we’re doing in Montana,” says A4LI’s Livingston, referring to his successful lobbying efforts to create a hub for…
Looking to grow? It’s all about the cash flow Every business owner knows cash is king. But many find themselves on the back foot managing their cash flow just to keep their head above water. What if you have growth ambitions? How do you set the business up financially to make strategic investments or seize opportunities? Educate yourself. It is not enough to say, “oh, my accountant does it.” No matter how much we value their input, it is really up to us. Only we can make the decisions of how we allocate cash (and time) to what projects. Make…
An open letter from authors including Lauren Groff, Lev Grossman, R.F. Kuang, Dennis Lehane, and Geoffrey Maguire calls on book publishers to pledge to limit their use of AI tools, for example by committing to only hire human audiobook narrators. The letter argues that authors’ work has been “stolen” by AI companies: “Rather than paying writers a small percentage of the money our work makes for them, someone else will be paid for a technology built on our unpaid labor.” Among other commitments, the authors call for publishers to “make a pledge that they will never release books that were…
What is Bybit? A Brief IntroductionBybit, founded in 2018, is a rapidly growing digital asset trading platform in the cryptocurrency world. Headquartered in Dubai, this exchange is especially known for its derivatives (futures) trading but has evolved into a versatile ecosystem offering spot trading, staking, launchpad, and more. It provides an intuitive interface suitable for both individual investors and professional traders. Bybit stands out with its customer-centric approach, high liquidity, and advanced technological infrastructure. Serving millions of users globally, it is accessible in over 160 countries.The user-friendly platform supports a wide range of trading options while also offering passive income…
27 Jun How Soon Until We See Widespread Bitcoin Mortgages? Posted on 27 Jun 2025 in Education by ricardom In a notable moment for the convergence of cryptocurrency and traditional finance, Strategy’s Michael Saylor has opened a public dialogue with US Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William Pulte regarding the integration of Bitcoin into mainstream mortgage lending. This engagement centres on Saylor’s proposal to share a proprietary Bitcoin Credit Model designed to assess loan risk using Bitcoin-specific metrics like volatility and asset coverage. The conversation follows Pulte’s announcement that the FHFA is exploring whether cryptocurrency holdings could play a…
Key TakeawaysDefinition of Free City Wi-Fi: Publicly available wireless internet access in urban areas, offered at no charge to promote digital inclusivity and support local businesses.Connectivity Benefits: Enhances access to online services, improves digital literacy, and fosters civic participation by providing reliable internet access for all residents and visitors.Economic Impact: Free city Wi-Fi attracts more customers, increases spending, and enhances business visibility through digital marketing, benefiting local economies.Security Challenges: Users of free Wi-Fi face cybersecurity risks such as data interception and malware. Small businesses must implement robust security measures to protect sensitive information.Coverage and Limitations: While beneficial, free Wi-Fi often…
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