O Walmart foi um varejista mais essencial do que a meta no segundo trimestre

WalmartWMTis coming off a second quarter where its U.S. same-store sales, excluding fuel, grew 6.4 percent year-over-year. TargetTGT, on the other hand, saw its same-store sales fall 5.4 percent. What did Walmart go right and where did Target go wrong? Most of the answer, in a word, is spelled G-R-O-C-E-R-Y.  Walmart said its grocery dollar and unit volume grew in the high single digits in the second quarter. Health and beauty products were up in the high double digits. More than half of Walmart‘s total sales are generated by grocery, health and beauty. Walmart’s general merchandise sales were down for the quarter, but not as much as expected.  “We see people across income cohorts come to us more frequently looking to save money on everyday needs. That gives us an opportunity to drive conversion in more discretionary categories,” said Walmart CEO Doug McMillon on the retailer‘s second-quarter earnings call. “We’re encouraged by how general merchandise performed during the second quarter versus our expectations. We still expect food, consumables, and health and wellness, primarily due to the popularity of some GLP-1 drugs, to grow as a percent of total in the back half.”  Recent research from Numerator puts Walmart‘s U.S. grocery market share at

2023-08-22indústria

Recur anuncia desligamento gradual da plataforma NFT

NFT platform Recur has revealed plans to cease operations less than two years after securing $50 million in a Series A funding round.  The company has detailed a structured shutdown of the platform, commencing with the suspension of primary and secondary sales from Aug. 18, 2023.  Hoje, com o coração pesado, devemos compartilhar algumas notícias difíceis.  Após muita contemplação e consideração, decidimos suspender o uso da plataforma RECUR, a partir de 16 de novembro de 2023.  Learn more: https://t.co/5NbiTQSAGo  — RECURSO (@RecurForever) 18 de agosto de 2023  The registration of new user accounts has already been discontinued, and all remaining site functionalities will end by Nov. 16, 2023.  Recur has issued guidance for users on withdrawing NFTs and the redemption of any remaining balances. A significant part of the shutdown process is the transfer of metadata for NFTs minted directly on Recur to the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS).  This decentralized storage protocol will make the data accessible, ensuring that information related to users‘ NFTs will be available even after the platform’s closure.  Recurs decision to cease operations follows previous successful fundraising efforts, including a $5 million seed round and the substantial $50 million Series A funding, which valued the company at $333 million.  The reasons behind the closure remain undisclosed,

2023-08-22indústria

Previsão de Bitcoin em US$ 100 mil antes do halving

The self-proclaimed cypherpunk and CEO of Blockstream, a leading blockchain technology company, Back has a track record of making accurate forecasting about market trends and developments in the cryptocurrency space, his latest prediction, a bet that Bitcoin will surpass $100,000 before the halving of 2024, has sparked excitement and debate among investors and enthusiasts.  Over the weekend Back made the challenge on Twitter, publicly announcing his bet:  Adam Backs forecasting of Bitcoin: price will soar in the pre-halving period  This bold statement was not made in isolation. Back backed up his belief with a tangible bet, agreeing to wager 1 million satoshi (0.01 BTC) with the Twitter pseudonym user “Vikingo.”  The stakes are high, but Backs reputation and knowledge of the market suggest that he does not make such bets lightly.  Back made this prediction in June and his position has not changed. His timing is strategic, aiming for the prediction to come true about a month before the halving scheduled for late March 2024 or early April.  To reach this monumental price milestone, Bitcoin would have to appreciate by an incredible 243% over the next eight months or so.  For skeptics, it is important to note that Back does not just make wild guesses. He relies

2023-08-22indústria

Mineradores de criptomoeda recorrem à IA para aumentar a lucratividade

In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies, the intersection of traditional mining practices and cutting-edge technologies has given rise to a new era of innovation. Cryptocurrency miners, after facing challenges in 2022, are now setting their sights on the promising horizons offered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). This symbiotic relationship between crypto mining and AI is reshaping the industry, presenting miners with unprecedented opportunities for enhanced profitability and sustainability.  The resurgence of cryptocurrency mining  After a challenging year marked by market volatility and regulatory uncertainties, cryptocurrency miners are navigating new avenues to secure their position in the market. In 2023, the focus has shifted towards integrating AI technologies into the mining process. This pivot represents a strategic move to optimize efficiency, reduce operational costs, and tap into the immense potential that AI offers.  JPMorgan‘s recent assessment underscores the significance of this transformation. The financial giant suggests that High-Performance Computing (HPC) services, empowered by AI, might outpace the profitability of traditional Bitcoin mining. This bold claim highlights the confidence that industry leaders have in AI’s potential to revolutionize cryptocurrency mining operations.  Unveiling the synergy  The fusion of AI and cryptocurrency mining creates a synergy that goes beyond mere optimization. The computational demands of mining align well with AIs

2023-08-22indústria

Acesso global ao token nativo do Conflux: uma parceria com a Onramp.Money

A recente colaboração entre a Onramp.Money e a Conflux Network revelou a integração do token $CFX, a criptomoeda fundamental da Conflux. Essa integração preenche a lacuna para usuários em países como Índia, Turquia, Emirados Árabes Unidos, Vietnã e México, permitindo que eles adquiram convenientemente tokens $ CFX usando seu dinheiro fiduciário doméstico. Por meio dessa iniciativa, a Conflux não apenas reforça sua própria circulação de tokens, mas também avança em sua visão de um ecossistema de criptomoedas globalmente conectado.  Dentro do ecossistema do Conflux: o papel do token $CFX  Central para o modelo econômico da Conflux é o token $CFX, servindo como um meio de valor multifuncional. Com ele, os usuários podem compensar os custos de transação, apostar em retornos atraentes, alugar espaço de armazenamento e mergulhar nos processos de tomada de decisão da plataforma. A versatilidade do token $CFX o eleva além de uma criptomoeda padrão, transformando-o em um ativo interativo que concede aos usuários uma conexão mais profunda com a plataforma Conflux.  Segurança e Incentivo através de $CFX  A influência do $CFX não se limita à participação do usuário. É fundamental para manter a segurança e a confiabilidade da rede. Os mineradores de Blockchain, essenciais para manter a base da rede, recebem

2023-08-22indústria

Últimos prognósticos reduzem ainda mais a chance de uma recessão em 2023

Finanças  Últimos prognósticos reduzem ainda mais a chance de uma recessão em 2023  Notícias do Bitcoin Ethereum  A coletiva de imprensa do presidente do Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, é exibida em um monitor no chão em  Direitos autorais 2023 The Associated Press. Todos os direitos reservados.  Em 2023 até agora, a economia dos EUA desafiou as expectativas de recessão. Os últimos prognósticos iniciais do modelo GDPNow do Banco da Reserva Federal de Atlanta estão pedindo um crescimento muito forte no terceiro trimestre e os analistas profissionais estão antecipando um crescimento econômico positivo no terceiro trimestre também.  Estamos agora na metade do terceiro trimestre e as projeções se ajustam à medida que novos dados chegam, mas a tendência atual é positiva, reduzindo a chance de uma recessão em 2023 que antes era vista como provável.  Como funcionam os Nowcasts  Nowcasts usam dados econômicos atualmente disponíveis para prever lançamentos econômicos futuros. O crescimento do PIB é divulgado semanas após o final do trimestre, mas muitos dos dados que alimentam os números do PIB são divulgados mensalmente, como gastos do consumidor e dados comerciais.  Nowcasts agregam e pesam esses dados mensais para determinar onde os números de crescimento trimestrais podem chegar. À medida que o trimestre avança, os prognósticos tornam-se mais precisos.

2023-08-21indústria

Further consolidation appears on the cards

CME Groups flash data for gold futures markets saw traders increase their open interest positions by around 1.5K contracts on Friday, resuming the uptrend following the previous daily pullback. Volume, instead, kept the choppy trade and shrank by around 38.3K contracts.  Gold: Solid support emerged just below $1900  Fridays inconclusive price action in ouro was on the back of rising open interest, which suggest that further range bound could be on the cards for the precious metal in the very near term. In the meantime, the $1890 region continues to hold the downside for the time being.

2023-08-21indústria

Avalanche desbloqueará 9.54 milhões de AVAX, no valor de US$ 103 milhões em 26 de agosto

Tecnologia  Avalanche desbloqueará 9.54 milhões de AVAX, no valor de US$ 103 milhões em 26 de agosto  16 minutos atrás  Notícias do Bitcoin Ethereum  According to Token Unlocks, Avalanche will unlock 9.54 million AVAX on August 26 this week, accounting for 2.77% of the total supply, or about $103 million.  This week, on August 26, Token Unlocks has shown that Avalanche will be unlocking 9.54 million AVAX. This accounts for about 2.77% of the total supply, which equates to approximately $103 million.  The allocation breakdown is as follows: 2.25 million for strategic partners, 1.67 million for foundations, 4.5 million for teams, and 1.13 million for airdrops. As of now, the current price of AVAX is $10.81 and the 24-hour trading volume is about $80 million.  The Avalanche Foundation last week granted up to $3 million in AVAX tokens to Dexalot, a central order limit book DEX operating on a subnet, as part of the Multiverse initiative driving new subnet growth.  On 2nd August, Balancer, a renowned decentralized automated market maker (AMM) with a staggering $1 billion in total value locked, officially deployed on Avalanche, a high-performance blockchain known for its throughput, fast finality, energy efficiency, and scalability through custom Subnets. Balancers foray into Avalanche aims to drive the

2023-08-21indústria

Alegações de negligência da Crypto.com: criador do token toma medidas

Crypto  Alegações de negligência da Crypto.com: criador do token toma medidas  10 minutos atrás  Notícias do Bitcoin Ethereum  Token creator Bryan Lawrence, who had hoped to list his token on the major cryptocurrency exchange crypto.com, reportedly sold his house to initiate a legal battle, alleging negligence against the exchange.  “The stress from these events has caused significant stomach issues, leading to four hospitalizations,” Lawrence states.  Lawrence Blames Lack of Security Measures  On Aug. 18, Bryan Lawrence, founder of Glow Token, made a statement on X platform that he has taken action against Forix Dax, the parent company of major cryptocurrency exchange crypto.com, citing negligence.  He alega that either an employee or an external party who compromised the company‘s internal communications took advantage of “a lack of security protocols,” which resulted in the misappropriation of funds set aside for the launch of Glow’s new token, FLARE.  He claims that on Mar. 16 he received correspondence from the exchange that he had fallen victim to a scam. After calling the exchange to verify chat logs in order to confirm the legitimacy of his transactions, the exchange reportedly revoked his access. Soon after, he reportedly received a cease and desist letter.  Lawrence states that the situation has caused him both financial and health

2023-08-21indústria

Dogecoin’s Leading Developer, Mishaboar, Expresses Reservations About Proof-of-Stake

Finanças  Dogecoins Leading Developer, Mishaboar, Expresses Reservations About Proof-of-Stake  2 minutos atrás  Notícias do Bitcoin Ethereum  In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the debate between Proof-of-Work (PoW) and Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanisms continues to heat up. The latest to weigh in on this contentious issue is Mishaboar, a top-tier developer and influential figure within the Dogecoin community. His recent statements have shed light on his stance and sparked discussions about the future of Dogecoin.  Mishaboars Bold Declaration: A Line in the Sand  Mishaboar‘s commitment to Dogecoin’s development has never been in question. However, his recent proclamation has sent ripples across the crypto community. In response to a query about whether he would stake Dogecoin if given an opportunity, Mishaboar candidly expressed his reservations about the PoS mechanism. He went as far as hinting at the possibility of distancing himself from Dogecoins development if a shift towards PoS is even contemplated.  His concerns are rooted in the belief that PoS, despite its growing popularity, has inherent flaws that could undermine Dogecoins foundational principles. He pointed out that several PoS chains have yet to live up to the hype, with some showing signs of centralisation, others facing catastrophic failures, and a few becoming cumbersome for users.  Furthermore, Mishaboar emphasised the

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