Shock! Ripple’s Chris Larsen Joins the Billionaire Club – Here’s How He Did It

Apparently, 2023 decided to be Larsen’s year-what a shock!-with Ripple’s fortunes soaring faster than a cricket on a summer day. Thanks to a blessing of regulatory goodwill amidst the SEC’s five-year game of hide and seek, Larsen’s wallet has swollen to over $15 billion. It’s almost as if cryptocurrency, that mysterious beast, had a good day for once, especially since the SEC packed up and went home-probably to sip expensive champagne and wonder what all the fuss was about. 🍾

💰 Karnataka’s Rs 518 Cr Startup Bonanza: AI, Blockchain & Quantum Shenanigans! 🚀

In a move that left both entrepreneurs and stray dogs equally excited, Karnataka has decided to cement its reputation as India’s innovation hub-or, as some might call it, the place where dreams go to get stuck in traffic. The state cabinet, presumably after a hearty lunch, approved the Karnataka Start-Up Policy for 2025-2030, flinging Rs 518.27 crore at the problem like a tipsy uncle scattering cash at a wedding.

Crypto ETFs: Tiny Market, Big Dreams 🚀🌕

In Schwab’s flashy new report, ETFs and Beyond-because nothing says financial insight like pretending you’re introducing a franchise reboot-52% of investors said they’re eyeing US equities, the sensible choice, like wearing socks with sandals because at least your feet are covered. But crypto ETFs and bond ETFs each snagged 45%, placing them in a very awkward financial photo finish. It’s like discovering your rebellious teenage nephew and your accountant uncle are tied in a limbo contest at a family reunion. One’s doing backflips; the other’s slowly lowering himself while muttering about compound interest.

🔍 UN Agency Spins The Blockchain Education Whirl – Will Governments Swoon or Yawn? 🔄

As if one initiative were not enough, the UNDP is simultaneously launching a multitude of blockchain education pursuits aimed at different demographics. The latest venture, thriving with excitement, is tailored for government officials and policymakers who delight in crafting and executing laws-a delightful departure from its predecessor which was dedicated to educating UN staff members since 2024. 🏛️