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Qubic Overtakes Monero’s Hash Rate in Live “51% Takeover Demo,” Showcasing Real-World Power of Useful Proof of Work

Qubic Overtakes Monero’s Hash Rate in Live “51% Takeover Demo,” Showcasing Real-World Power of Useful Proof of Work

le Du Port, Mahe, Seychelles, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a controlled environment, L1 protocol Qubic has successfully reached over 51% hashrate to dominate Monero, the privacy-focused cryptocurrency known for its ASIC-resistant RandomX algorithm. …

ROSEN, A RANKED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages iRobot Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - IRBT

ROSEN, A RANKED AND LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages iRobot Corporation Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - IRBT

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of iRobot Corporation (NASDAQ: IRBT) between January 29, 2024 and March 11, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period …

SRx Health Solutions Obtains Initial Order under CCAA for its Canadian Subsidiary

SRx Health Solutions Obtains Initial Order under CCAA for its Canadian Subsidiary

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SRx Health Solutions, Inc. (NYSE American: SRXH) (the “Company”), a leading global health and wellness company, today announced that its subsidiary, SRx Health Solutions (Canada), Inc.(“SRx Canada”) and …

Global Ship Recycling Market to Reach $13 Billion by End of 2030

Global Ship Recycling Market to Reach $13 Billion by End of 2030

Boston, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to the latest study from BCC Research, the “Global Ship Recycling Market” is estimated to increase from $9.1 billion in 2025 to $13 billion by the end of  2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of …

PE Energy Limited Celebrate Major Milestone in Local Content Development with Successful Graduation of HCD Trainees

PE Energy Limited Celebrate Major Milestone in Local Content Development with Successful Graduation of HCD Trainees

PE Energy, with Chevron …

Pumpkin is Back! The Human Bean Brews Up Fall Favorites Starting August 11

Pumpkin is Back! The Human Bean Brews Up Fall Favorites Starting August 11

Medford, OR, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Summer's last sips are giving way to autumn's first flavors as pumpkin returns to The Human Bean menus starting August 11. This year's collection features four pumpkin-inspired beverages designed to capture …

RDDT DEADLINE: ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages Reddit, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important August 18 Deadline in Securities Class Action – RDDT

RDDT DEADLINE: ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages Reddit, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important August 18 Deadline in Securities Class Action – RDDT

NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Reddit, Inc. (NYSE: RDDT) between October 29, 2024 and May 20, 2025, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the …

Will Trump Ending Globalization Trigger a Resource War? Presentation from Former Pentagon Insider May Explain

Will Trump Ending Globalization Trigger a Resource War? Presentation from Former Pentagon Insider May Explain

Washington, D.C., Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A briefing from former CIA economic strategist Jim Rickards reveals a major turning point in U.S. history: as global supply chains fracture, America is being forced to rediscover something it hasn’t …

SCO hands out opportunities to strengthen UAE-China ties

SCO hands out opportunities to strengthen UAE-China ties

(MENAFN) The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) offers significant opportunities to enhance trade and economic ties between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China, according to a leading business expert. Nasser Saidi, founder and president of a …

Poland transforms wind energy project into strategic surveillance platform for NATO

Poland transforms wind energy project into strategic surveillance platform for NATO

(MENAFN) Poland is transforming a significant offshore wind energy project into a strategic surveillance platform for NATO, according to reports. The Baltic Power wind farm is outfitting its turbine towers with radars and sensors in response to what is …

India Restricts Jute Imports from Bangladesh

India Restricts Jute Imports from Bangladesh

(MENAFN) India has officially restricted the importation of certain jute-related products and ropes from Bangladesh through all land crossings, according to a report by a news agency on Monday. The Indian government has decided that any jute imports from …

Citizen Gets Arrested Over Terror Plot in Russia

Citizen Gets Arrested Over Terror Plot in Russia

(MENAFN) A person holding citizenship in both Russia and Ukraine has been taken into custody for reportedly preparing a terrorist operation targeting a high-ranking officer from the Russian Ministry of Defense in the Moscow Region, according to the nation’ …

Russia foils plot of terrorist attack on senior serviceman of Russian Ministry of Defense

Russia foils plot of terrorist attack on senior serviceman of Russian Ministry of Defense

(MENAFN) A man holding dual Russian and Ukrainian citizenship has been arrested on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack targeting a senior official of Russia’s Ministry of Defense in the Moscow Region, according to official security sources. The …

FM’s of Iran, Armenia exchanges views on recent peace deal

FM’s of Iran, Armenia exchanges views on recent peace deal

(MENAFN) Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan held a phone conversation on Monday to exchange views on the recent peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, according to a statement from Iran’s Foreign …

Tokyo Stocks Extend Gains on U.S. Tariff Relief

Tokyo Stocks Extend Gains on U.S. Tariff Relief

(MENAFN) Tokyo’s stock market extended its rally on Tuesday, propelled by robust gains on Wall Street. The Nikkei 225 soared 897.69 points, or 2.15%, closing at 42,718.17 — its highest finish in 13 months. Investor confidence received a boost after Japan …

Iran, Iraq ink joint deal to enhance security coordination

Iran, Iraq ink joint deal to enhance security coordination

(MENAFN) Iraq and Iran formalized a joint security agreement on Monday aimed at enhancing coordination along their shared borders. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani and Iraqi …

Nepal starts its hybrid rice project to boost food security

Nepal starts its hybrid rice project to boost food security

(MENAFN) On Monday, Nepal took a significant step toward enhancing its food security by transplanting experimental seedlings of hybrid rice varieties at the South Agricultural Science and Technology Park. This effort aims to support the country’s goal of …

Pakistan’s PM emphasizes government priority to ensure equal rights of minorities

Pakistan’s PM emphasizes government priority to ensure equal rights of minorities

(MENAFN) On Monday, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, highlighted the government’s dedication to ensuring the welfare, well-being, and equal rights of all minority communities within the country. Speaking on National Minorities Day, he stated …

Indonesia’s 2025 Energy, Mineral Investment Soars to USD13.9B

Indonesia’s 2025 Energy, Mineral Investment Soars to USD13.9B

(MENAFN) Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources revealed on Monday that investment in the country’s energy and mineral resources sector soared to $13.9 billion in the first half of 2025 — marking the highest level seen in five years. This …

Chinese Stocks End Tuesday on High Note

Chinese Stocks End Tuesday on High Note

(MENAFN) Chinese equities surged on Tuesday, with the Shanghai Composite Index climbing 0.5% to finish at 3,665.92 points. The Shenzhen Component Index also advanced, closing up 0.53% at 11,351.63 points. Trading activity intensified, as the combined …

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