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river-taxbird · 4 months ago

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The Four Horsemen of the Digital Apocalypse

Blockchain. Artificial Intelligence. Internet of Things. Big Data.

Do these terms sound familiar? You have probably been hearing some or all of them non stop for years. "They are the future. You don't want to be left behind, do you?"

While these topics, particularly crypto and AI, have been the subject of tech hype bubbles and inescapable on social media, there is actually something deeper and weirder going on if you scratch below the surface.

I am getting ready to apply for my PhD in financial technology, and in the academic business studies literature (Which is barely a science, but sometimes in academia you need to wade into the trash can.) any discussion of digital transformation or the process by which companies adopt IT seem to have a very specific idea about the future of technology, and it's always the same list, that list being, blockchain, AI, IoT, and Big Data. Sometimes the list changes with additions and substitutions, like the metaverse, advanced robotics, or gene editing, but there is this pervasive idea that the future of technology is fixed, and the list includes tech that goes from questionable to outright fraudulent, so where is this pervasive idea in the academic literature that has been bleeding into the wider culture coming from? What the hell is going on?

The answer is, it all comes from one guy. That guy is Klaus Schwab, the head of the World Economic Forum. Now there are a lot of conspiracies about the WEF and I don't really care about them, but the basic facts are it is a think tank that lobbies for sustainable capitalist agendas, and they famously hold a meeting every year where billionaires get together and talk about how bad they feel that they are destroying the planet and promise to do better. I am not here to pass judgement on the WEF. I don't buy into any of the conspiracies, there are plenty of real reasons to criticize them, and I am not going into that.

Basically, Schwab wrote a book titled the Fourth Industrial Revolution. In his model, the first three so-called industrial revolutions are:

1. The industrial revolution we all know about. Factories and mass production basically didn't exist before this. Using steam and water power allowed the transition from hand production to mass production, and accelerated the shift towards capitalism.

2. Electrification, allowing for light and machines for more efficient production lines. Phones for instant long distance communication. It allowed for much faster transfer of information and speed of production in factories.

3. Computing. The Space Age. Computing was introduced for industrial applications in the 50s, meaning previously problems that needed a specific machine engineered to solve them could now be solved in software by writing code, and certain problems would have been too big to solve without computing. Legend has it, Turing convinced the UK government to fund the building of the first computer by promising it could run chemical simulations to improve plastic production. Later, the introduction of home computing and the internet drastically affecting people's lives and their ability to access information.

That's fine, I will give him that. To me, they all represent changes in the means of production and the flow of information, but the Fourth Industrial revolution, Schwab argues, is how the technology of the 21st century is going to revolutionize business and capitalism, the way the first three did before. The technology in question being AI, Blockchain, IoT, and Big Data analytics. Buzzword, Buzzword, Buzzword.

The kicker though? Schwab based the Fourth Industrial revolution on a series of meetings he had, and did not construct it with any academic rigor or evidence. The meetings were with "numerous conversations I have had with business, government and civil society leaders, as well as technology pioneers and young people." (P.10 of the book) Despite apparently having two phds so presumably being capable of research, it seems like he just had a bunch of meetings where the techbros of the mid 2010s fed him a bunch of buzzwords, and got overly excited and wrote a book about it. And now, a generation of academics and researchers have uncritically taken that book as read, filled the business studies academic literature with the idea that these technologies are inevitably the future, and now that is permeating into the wider business ecosystem.

There are plenty of criticisms out there about the fourth industrial revolution as an idea, but I will just give the simplest one that I thought immediately as soon as I heard about the idea. How are any of the technologies listed in the fourth industrial revolution categorically different from computing? Are they actually changing the means of production and flow of information to a comparable degree to the previous revolutions, to such an extent as to be considered a new revolution entirely? The previous so called industrial revolutions were all huge paradigm shifts, and I do not see how a few new weird, questionable, and unreliable applications of computing count as a new paradigm shift.

What benefits will these new technologies actually bring? Who will they benefit? Do the researchers know? Does Schwab know? Does anyone know? I certainly don't, and despite reading a bunch of papers that are treating it as the inevitable future, I have not seen them offering any explanation.

There are plenty of other criticisms, and I found a nice summary from ICT Works here, it is a revolutionary view of history, an elite view of history, is based in great man theory, and most importantly, the fourth industrial revolution is a self fulfilling prophecy. One rich asshole wrote a book about some tech he got excited about, and now a generation are trying to build the world around it. The future is not fixed, we do not need to accept these technologies, and I have to believe a better technological world is possible instead of this capitalist infinite growth tech economy as big tech reckons with its midlife crisis, and how to make the internet sustainable as Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook, the most monopolistic and despotic tech companies in the world, are running out of new innovations and new markets to monopolize. The reason the big five are jumping on the fourth industrial revolution buzzwords as hard as they are is because they have run out of real, tangible innovations, and therefore run out of potential to grow.

#ai #artificial intelligence #blockchain #cryptocurrency #fourth industrial revolution #tech #technology #enshittification #anti ai #ai bullshit #world economic forum

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finverseinsights · 2 months ago

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Why Crypto Payments are the Key to Future-Proofing Your Business.

Introduction

In recent years, cryptocurrencies have really been on the radar big time. Big time in ways they're a digital currency that harnesses blockchain technology, which has the potential to completely shake up a lot of different kinds of businesses and transactions. The emergence of cryptocurrencies, especially Bitcoin, has encouraged businesses to think about embracing crypto payments as a way to remain competitive and future-proof their businesses Crypto as an Investment: Volatility and Opportunities

Cryptocurrencies are now a sought-after investment asset, they are extremely volatile. Big swings in crypto prices like Bitcoin and Ethereum have really given investors a chance to do well big time. But of course, that volatility means investors are also risking very big losses, losses like market crashing and real money going up in smoke at the financial winds. In spite of this, most cryptocurrency proponents consider digital currencies a good avenue for diversifying investment portfolios, cognizant of the fact that cryptocurrencies are not stable, long-term assets but speculative investments. For companies, this is a two-edged sword—accepting cryptocurrencies as payment may unlock new revenue streams but companies have to carefully weigh their risk appetite when considering their participation in the world of cryptocurrencies.

Benefits of Acceptance of Crypto Payments

Beyond the risks, moving to accepting different types of cryptocurrency is a win for companies especially those in financial tech. These benefits include:

Lower Transaction Fees: Conventional payment processors and financial intermediaries usually impose high transaction fees. Cryptocurrencies usually have lower transaction fees.

Speedier Transactions: Transactions involving cryptocurrencies are much quicker than traditional banking systems, particularly cross-border payments, where old financial systems take days to clear transactions.

New Customer Bases Access: By embracing cryptocurrency, companies can access a worldwide market of crypto investors and enthusiasts. This gives companies new access to customers who are perhaps excited about making transactions digitally or through decentralized routes.

Improved Security and Fraud Protection: Cryptocurrencies employ encryption and blockchain technology to protect transactions, making it much less likely for fraud or chargebacks to occur.

Challenges and Considerations

Sure, while there are great benefits to adopting cryptocurrency payments for companies, there are also many things to consider and pay attention to. The biggest concern is the built-in price volatility of digital currency, which may lead to unforeseen profits or losses for companies holding crypto assets. To avoid that risk, companies need contingency plans to handle crypto assets and convert them into stable currencies if need be.

Furthermore, the regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies is also developing. Governments across the planet are trying to devise rules and ways to collect taxes on digital money, but some corporations are unsure of their future, because they see rules as unclear and even unstable. Companies should make sure they adapt to local regulations, such as anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) regulations, in order to avoid a potential legal battle.

The Future of Cryptocurrency in Business

The increasing use of cryptocurrencies indicates that companies adopting crypto payments now may have a head start in the future. Companies that jump the gun and start taking cryptocurrency payments have a great chance to stand out and lead in their industries. With the rise of blockchain technology, brand new inventions like tokenization, smart contracts has the potential to really change the way all sorts of companies do business, trade and deal with supply chains.

As companies take bigger and bolder steps towards both digitization and decentralized systems, digital currency really offers a nifty shortcut for making transactions slicker, and snappier and also opens new doors to new markets.

Conclusion

In summary, although cryptocurrency payments come with some risks, the potential advantages make them an attractive choice for companies looking to future-proof their business. By embracing crypto payments, companies can lower transaction costs, enhance transaction speed, gain access to new customer bases, and enhance security. Of course, there are still issues like volatility and uncertainty about the rules that get in the way, but for companies that really get involved in companies that use crypto transactions wisely, there can be long-term huge benefits. As the economy keeps changing, embracing cryptocurrency today could make someone a pioneer in the future generation of financial technology.

#CryptoPayments #FutureOfFinance #BlockchainInnovation #DigitalCurrency #FinTechRevolution

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aroceu · 7 months ago

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some thoughts on leaving a social media website...again

as of 10/16/2024, twitter has announced its intention to implement a new feature into the platform: instead of blocking allowing you to block certain accounts from viewing your profile if it's public, it now just... doesn't do that anymore. it only limits interaction. though this certainly isn't a surprise with musk's twitter rollouts since 2021—when i first saw people start to trickle out—this, in particular, breaks a lot of users boundaries and has prompted many to private their accounts and move to bluesky.

i'm in support of this, btw—the ceo of bsky is strongly opposed to ever running any sort of ads on the site ("won't enshittify the network with ads"), doesn't use any blockchain technology, and has a culture where supplying alt text on images is the norm. your main timeline is in reverse-chronological order (like intended), but there are other separate options to create a custom algorithmic feed for certain types of content, only if you wish to. though bsky is a work in progress, i have high hopes for what it can be in the future: that is, usable, practical, and more reminiscent of what it was like when twitter first started, than how twitter currently is.

but despite my love for bluesky, i won't spend too much time glazing yet another microblogging platform. instead, i'm here to ponder the concept of social media: why we have it, why we use it, and why these moves happen in the first place. people have been trickling in and out of twitter ever since the richest and evilest man in the world took possession of it; especially in a fandom sense, there's been a back and forth between twitter and tumblr due to tumblr's former porn ban, as well. we all have principles and morals that guide the decisions we make, including what websites we decide to use. they speak to a pattern of not only our culture as people at any given time—but how these platforms have the power to implement these changes whenever they want. and we, as individuals, must make decisions both based on those principles, but also our desires to fit in.

i'll start off by saying this—eventually i'm going to start talking about what social media means for creatives. but there is in fact an extremely well-written article about this already that goes into more detail. if you're more interested in that, let me direct you there first: R U AN ARTIST ON SOCIAL MEDIA??? by omoulo

with that out of the way, let's talk about me, shall we?

i got onto the internet through geocities—crazy sentence to say now after all these years. of course, i played neopets and flash games like many other kids, but that was mostly through knowing those websites and urls existed, and preserving them in my mind so i could return to them for some mindless minutes of entertainment later. geocities was my first introduction to the creative, user-designed web, so to speak. instead of being a number to interact with a thing that someone else has made—a flash game, a youtube video, a website where you can collect fictional pets—the idea of geocities to me at the time was this idea of participating on the internet. being a part of it. writing whatever i wanted and posting it. sharing the link with others. having others find it and read it too—a part of me, my method of creative self-expression, whatever i desired to write and post on the less than permanent internet.

my best friend at the time was the one who needled me into creating accounts—first an email address, then an AIM, then a myspace, then an IMVU, so on and so forth. i wasn't going out looking for these, and though i'd heard of them before or seen ads of some of these sites, i wasn't interested in actually being on these platforms and making these accounts until my friend told me that i should. call me a people pleaser or easily influenced or whatever; i was 12. but it was through this link sharing, this naivety and ignorance of the vastness of the internet, that allowed me to be fascinated with the world wide web in the first place.

i usually cite quizilla as my first "fandom" website, because it was—but it wasn't because i found it by accident. it wasn't that i googled it or looked for a personality test and stumbled upon it. no, it's because i was chatting with a friend on AIM, and she had found some crazy chain letter story and shared it to me for how absurd it was, and sent me the link. it was on quizilla.

literally the moment i clicked that link changed my life forever. even though i read the crazy story, i also clicked on the username of the person who posted it, out of curiosity. that person had jonas brothers fanfics on their quizilla profile, of all things, which led me into an obsession with the jonas brothers in the 2 years that followed. through that link—that account—that platform—i got a lot more interested in writing, webdesign, and what it meant to be on the internet, not just as a numbered participant, but also as someone with an imagination, who finds fulfillment in creative expression. i wrote the longest thing i'd ever written in that time (30k of a self-insert, but we won't go into that), began to experiment with css and website design, and participated, sharing stuff that i thought was interesting or fun, worth 5 minutes of anyone's time.

the internet wasn't just about being a place where my presence didn't matter anymore—it became a medium of self-expression. more than that, it became a place where i could meet and socialize with people, especially as i developed avpd in my high school years.

the internet wasn't always like this. right now, when we talk about the internet, we don't talk about the random websites we find, the links we stumble upon. (i have an entire website dedicated to those for me, though.) the games we spend hours playing, by ourselves, without interacting with others. random personality tests, or just simply the news. we talk about google, but in the same way we talk about facebook, or even twitter. it's a verb; it's omnipresent; it exists within the context of our internet culture, but becomes meaningless outside of it. it's not to say it doesn't have meaning—but that the language we use represents our relationship with it, this assumed normalcy. this assumed dependence.

i bring up my own history because as young as i feel compared to many of my older internet friends, and how late to the game i always felt—i was there. i was there on the internet before twitter (since 2009), tumblr (since 2010), facebook (i lied about my age), bluesky now, and whatever will come in the future. i was there when people were saying that the internet was still being written; when websites were made with tables (eugh); when email was the primary way to connect with others, because irc was for nerds and nothing else had been invented yet.

i'm a big advocate for not looking at the past with rose colored glasses and getting caught up in nostalgia and greener grass. i believe that technology is not inherently harmful or bad—it creates more options for accessibility, especially for those who are disabled. and even outside of that, it allows us to learn about more people, communicate with others with a few keystrokes, and form relationships that we otherwise would never get to have. i don't want this to seem like i'm saying "man remember how good the internet used to be?" because i'm not—i believe that as things change, there are benefits as much as there are hindrances.

of course, it bears saying that the primary hindrance—of current twitter, of many platforms over the years, and the internet with increasing recency—is corporations. big money interests. capitalism.

it's why we get so tired of ads—it's why ads exist in the first place. it's why these social media platforms that used to feel like they were made by the same people who would use them (livejournal, youtube, twitter) have suddenly become these soulless impersonal websites. it becomes more obvious that they want you to use them more because they sell you on exclusivity and visual minimalism, rather than because that's where your friends are, and you have this unique way to express yourself.

in fact, i'll say this: the first time i learned about facebook when i was too young to use it, i was not impressed. i had a myspace at the time that i had dolled up to make pretty with sparkly gifs and obnoxious colors and weird fonts. when i saw how boring and samey everyone's facebook profile page was, i was like, what's the point? sure i could talk to my classmates and random other people in my life that i didn't really care about, but what about making myself different from others? what about my creative expression? what about having an account that makes me look unique, instead of blending in with everyone else?

and so here i am nearly two decades later pondering about the use of social media, our individuality as well as our collective interests, and how the internet has changed so much, both in itself and how it affects us, in that time.

i'm here because i want to talk to my friends and meet new people with common interests and get excited about them. i don't want to feel left out, but that's a normal experience—outside of fomo, it is in our core to connect with others. it's the whole meaning of everything. it's why i even made an email in the first place, in my basement with my best friend, secretly setting up a yahoo account because she wanted another way to talk to me, and i wanted another way to talk to her. it's why people have been leaving twitter little by little for another site—the same site as many others, because that's where all their friends are. whether it's bsky or mastodon or misskey or just back here on tumblr, we're here not just because of our desire for community, but even as simple as our desire for a bond, a relationship with another human being. to me, that is how "social media" is defined—a medium through which we socialize because of this innate desire.

and yet, of course the enshittification and corporatification makes this more difficult for us, in ways more than one. because the fact is that as we (as people) became better at using the internet, finished writing it, and understood it—psychologically and sociologically—so did the corporations. or advertisers, you take your pick. we, the everypeople who use the internet as means to fulfill our social and other self-indulgent desires, are not the only people here. as with many things else in the world, the internet turned from an unpredictable but fun mess of us figuring shit out as we went along, into a product designed to keep us using it and engaging with it more, so some rich people can put even more money into their pockets. it's why twitter is the way it is now; even why tumblr is the way it is. why social media has become about "content creation" and "small businesses." why it feels like, every day, we see more ads and AI generated bullshit, as a little bit of the original soul of the internet gets sucked away day by day.

but even there, i don't want to come across as cynical or world-weary. though i believe this to be true, i don't think it says anything about our lack of agency, or our lack of innate humanity. instead, i believe that this means, at least on the individual level, that we should think more about not only what we're doing on the internet, but why we're doing it. how we're doing it. are we here because we're addicted? or is there something we're getting out of it? sure, many websites now have more addictive UI and algorithms that tell the receptors of our brain to return to them because we were getting so much dopamine from them earlier. but i also wouldn't necessarily argue that the only solution to this is to, then, go offline.

i have many friends who've elected to depart social media but stay online—friends who i met through website building, to be fair, but that's one of my main points. i already wrote a manifesto on my love letter to the personal website; but the tl;dr is this:

the internet is not evil, it is not good, it is just a form. if we desire to express ourselves and socialize with others in this space, it does not have to be just about social media, and creating a new account on a new website every time people move. instead, we have personhood—we have individuality, we have agency. we have the ability to build our own websites, no matter how shitty or times new roman comic sansy or color clashy or sometimes inaccessible they can be. regardless of all these seeming impractical setbacks though, it does not absolve us of that ability to do whatever we want on the internet. and it also bears saying that websites, both the personal and impersonal, can change over time, for better or worse.

i am a huge proponent for people making their own personal websites. it makes me so so happy that neocities is gaining popularity, mostly because i love seeing people try their own hand at making a website for themselves, a new form of self-expression. i won't go into too much detail on this because i've already said everything i want to say about it (see above), but if you take away anything from this post, let it be this: consider making a personal website, a corner of the internet, for yourself, by yourself. not just because you want people to engage with it, or because you want to curate to an algorithm or an artistic/fannish trend. not because you want the things you make to gain traction, to get bigger numbers without considering the people behind those numbers, as soon as possible.

do it because you want to. because you have to. because you think it's cool, and because it's you. people may find it and judge it; but they may like it as well. the more unique and authentic and weird we are with each other, the more we are able to appreciate each other for who we really are. the internet is one of many places we can do this.

i don't really see these forms of self-expression separate from social media, but i do see social media separate from it. to me, social media is a vehicle to strengthen those connections, those relationships, much like DMs and IRCs; but it is not the be-all, end all of the internet. it's only a small part of it. not everything is permanent on the internet; but everything that ever has been online is a microcosm of the human experience, whether it's an old cloudflare site or twitter dot com in 2010.

our experiences on the internet are not about corporate interests. it's about using limewire to download pirate music, sharing random links we find, building a design that may not be practical or universally appealing but still represents a form of individuality. when i think of how the internet has grown, i don't think about what it means for companies or advertisers or what meetings must go on to get people like me to keep using it—i think about remembering the difference between addicting games dot com and addicted games dot com, clicking links on websites to find even more websites, sitting at the family computer and deciding if i wanted to spend hours on neopets or that one willy wonka flash game i grinded like several hours on one night when i was 7. i think about what it's always meant to me, because the internet was not always a centralized place where i was going on the same website every day. the rise of internet centralization to the point that it's become expected, the norm, the primary way any of us to be online, is not inherently a bad thing—but i wouldn't say it's a universal good, either, when the internet is a wide and vast space, and can be so much more than that.

because the one thing that remains throughout the years is our agency and choice. we still have the ability to make the internet what we want it to be, or at least a corner of it, something separate from the corporations, the enshittification, economically researched user interfaces and experiences, the advertisements, the "like and share so the algorithm boosts me more." there's still a point to it all without the money, and without twitter. and it's both our desire for creativity and self-expression, as well as our intrinsic bonds with each other. despite it all, it's about our humanity.

as the internet continues to grow, so do we. nevertheless, the importance of our humanity, and retaining it, will remain. oftentimes it is up to us to remind ourselves of that.

links here, for access:

Bluesky CEO Jay Graber Says She Won’t ‘Enshittify the Network With Ads’

R U AN ARTIST ON SOCIAL MEDIA??? by omoulo

links @ kingdra.net (my links, like bookmarks)

A manifesto of sorts; or, my love letter to the personal website by me

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cryptoairdrop101 · 1 year ago

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Arbitrum Airdrop Check: How to Claim $ARB Tokens Free

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Table of Contents

Arbitrum Airdrop Introduction 2. What is the Arbitrum Airdrop? 3. Arbitrum Airdrop Claim : Eligibility and Process 4. Preparing for the Arbitrum Airdrop 5. Maximizing Your Benefits: Strategies for Participating in the Arbitrum Airdrop 6. Staying Updated: Arbitrum Airdrop News and Updates 7. Arbitrum Airdrop FAQs: Answering Your Burning Questions 8. Evaluating Risks: Assessing the Potential of the Arbitrum Airdrop 9. Success Stories: Real-Life Experiences with the Arbitrum Airdrop 10. Arbitrum Airdrop vs. Other Airdrops: A Comparative Analysis 11. Conclusion

Arbitrum Airdrop Introduction

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What is the Arbitrum Airdrop?

Arbitrum Airdrop Claim : Eligibility and Process

Who is Eligible for the Arbitrum Airdrop?

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The Arbitrum Airdrop Claim

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Familiarize Yourself with the Arbitrum Ecosystem: Gain an understanding of the Arbitrum blockchain, its features, and how it differs from other platforms. This knowledge will enable you to navigate the airdrop process more effectively.

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Success Stories: Real-Life Experiences with the Arbitrum Airdrop

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Please note that success stories are unique to individual experiences, and results may vary.

Arbitrum Airdrop vs. Other Airdrops: A Comparative Analysis

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1. Token Value: Compare the projected or current value of the airdropped tokens to assess the potential upside. 2. Engagement Requirements: Evaluate the level of engagement or actions required from participants. Some airdrops may demand more effort than others, so consider your available time and commitment level. 3. Overall Benefits: Analyze the comprehensive benefits offered by different airdrops, including referral programs, staking rewards, or additional token opportunities.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you’ve reached the end of our ultimate guide to the Arbitrum Airdrop! By now, you should have a solid understanding of what the airdrop entails, how to participate, and strategies for maximizing your benefits. Remember to stay informed about updates and news, assess the potential risks, and learn from real-life success stories. Armed with this knowledge, you can confidently embark on your Arbitrum Airdrop journey and unlock exclusive rewards. Happy airdropping!

*Note: The content above is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Always do your own research and consult with professionals before making any investment decisions.*

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applythaivisa · 13 days ago

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Thailand Visa Exemptions

1. Legislative Framework and Policy Evolution

1.1 Statutory Basis

Governed by Sections 12 and 35 of the Immigration Act B.E. 2522 (1979)

Implemented through Ministerial Regulation No. 28 (B.E. 2544)

Modified by Cabinet Resolution (November 2022) extending 45-day stays until November 2025

1.2 Bilateral vs. Unilateral Agreements

Reciprocal Exemptions (12 countries including Brazil, South Korea, Peru)

90-day stays

Multiple-entry privileges

Unilateral Exemptions (56 countries)

Standard 30-day stays

45-day temporary extension for air arrivals

1.3 Historical Policy Shifts

2008: Introduction of 15-day land border restrictions

2016: Implementation of biometric tracking

2022: Temporary 45-day extension to boost tourism

2. Eligibility and Entry Protocols

2.1 Nationality-Based Classification

Passport TypeDurationEntry MethodExtension EligibilityG7 Nations45 days*Air onlyYes (30 days)ASEAN Members30 daysAir/LandNoDeveloping Economies15-30 daysConditionalVaries

*Until November 2025 per Cabinet Resolution

2.2 Document Verification Matrix

Mandatory Documents:

Passport (6+ months validity)

Onward ticket (confirmed within exemption period)

Proof of funds (THB 20,000/person)

Secondary Checks:

Previous Thai visa history (12-month lookback)

Accommodation verification

3. Immigration Assessment Algorithms

3.1 Risk-Based Screening System

Primary Inspection:

Machine-readable zone scan

Interpol database check

Facial recognition matching

Secondary Screening Triggers:

4+ visa exemptions in 12 months

Suspicious travel patterns

Incomplete documentation

3.2 Discretionary Denial Factors

Red Flags:

Previous overstays (even if paid)

Employment-seeking behavior

Frequent border runs

4. Border-Specific Implementation

4.1 Airport Processing

Dedicated Visa-Exempt Lanes at 6 international airports

Automated Immigration Gates (e-Gates) for eligible nationalities

Transit Without Visa (TWOV):

72-hour limit

Confirmed onward ticket required

4.2 Land Border Restrictions

15-Day Maximum Stay at 52 designated checkpoints

Entry Quotas:

2 land crossings per calendar year (2024 policy)

Exceptions for border pass holders

5. Extension and Conversion Mechanics

5.1 Extension of Stay

Single 30-Day Extension:

THB 1,900 fee

TM.7 form submission

Proof of address required

Exceptional Cases:

Medical treatment

Force majeure events

5.2 Visa Conversion Options

Non-Immigrant Pathways:

Business (B): Requires THB 25,000 application fee

Retirement (O): Age 50+ with financial proof

Education (ED): Enrollment in accredited institution

6. Compliance and Enforcement

6.1 Overstay Penalties

Fine Structure:

THB 500/day (maximum THB 20,000)

Automatic blacklisting after 90+ days

Voluntary Departure Program:

7-day grace period at airports

6.2 Visa-Run Monitoring

Automated Tracking System:

Flags frequent exempt entries

Calculates denial probability score

7. Special Case Analyses

7.1 Diplomatic/Official Passports

90-Day Exemption regardless of nationality

Exempt from:

Financial proof requirements

Onward ticket verification

7.2 Crew Member Privileges

72-Hour Shore Leave:

Valid with approved crew documentation

Separate from passenger exemptions

8. Emerging Policy Developments

9.1 Digital Integration

E-Arrival Card System (2024 rollout)

Blockchain Travel History (Phase 1 testing)

9.2 Security Enhancements

Biometric Exit System (Full implementation 2025)

API Integration with INTERPOL databases

9. Strategic Entry Planning

10.1 For Frequent Travelers

Alternative Solutions:

METV (6-month multiple entry)

Elite Visa (5-20 year options)

Entry Pattern Management:

Minimum 21-day intervals between exempt entries

Rotate entry points (BKK/DMK/HKT)

10.2 For Long-Term Stays

Conversion Timing:

Optimal window: Days 1-15 of entry

Avoid holiday periods

Document Preparation:

Pre-legalized paperwork

Financial trail establishment

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Digital Wallets Now Accept Driver’s Licenses in Canada

Introduction:

2025 marks a digital milestone—most Canadian provinces now allow residents to carry their driver’s licenses on their smartphones via secure digital wallets. The convenience comes with strict encryption standards and broader verification support.

Key Points:

Integration with Apple & Google Wallets: Drivers in Ontario, BC, and Alberta can now download official license copies into their smartphone’s wallet apps. licenseprep.ca has full step-by-step setup guides for each platform.

QR Code Verification: Digital licenses include a scannable QR code, allowing police or traffic authorities to validate authenticity during stops—no physical card required.

Offline Access & Encryption: Licenses remain accessible even when offline, with all data encrypted and verified using blockchain-backed government systems.

Instant Update Sync: Address changes, endorsements, and renewals appear immediately in the digital version, helping drivers stay compliant without printing updated cards. Changes initiated through licenseprep.ca reflect instantly.

Accepted Across More Locations: Car rental companies, road authorities, and even insurance agencies now accept digital licenses, though international travel still requires a physical copy.

#DigitalLicenseCanada #SmartID2025 #PaperlessDriving #MobileLicense #licenseprep

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stomhardy · 1 month ago

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Decentralized Exchange Development: A Deep Dive

Introduction

Decentralized exchanges (DEXs) are making new means of trading digital assets possible. As opposed to centralized exchanges (CEXs), DEXs run on blockchain networks, circumventing the requirement for intermediaries and providing users with direct ownership of their money. This deep dive delves into the key elements, development process, security aspects, and future prospects of DEXs.

What is Decentralized Exchange?

Decentralized Exchange is a peer to peer network that facilitates crypto trading without the third person between the central authority and users. In contrast to centralized exchanges such as Binance or Coinbase, decentralized exchanges enable users to be in control of their funds without a third party in the middle and directly interact with smart contracts on the blockchain. Being familiar with the basic and core features of decentralized exchange you can create your own decentralized exchange that gives a wonderful trading experience. it enhances the security and transparency of the transactions.

Building a DEX: Step by Step Overview

Decentralized exchange need to walk these steps while proceeding from creation to deployment.To have these are following steps:

Conceptualization and Planning: Plan the DEX's scope, target consumer segment, and value proposition such that it should stand out differently.

Blockchain Selection: Select a fitting blockchain network by scalability factor, security parameters, and pricing points.

Smart Contract Development: Author contracts of token exchange, managing liquidity, sharing fees.

Front-End Development: Create and develop an easy-to-use interface to facilitate improved interaction.

Liquidity Pool Integration: Integrate liquidity pools and management mechanisms for them.

Testing and Auditing: Thoroughly test the DEX and perform security audits to identify and resolve bugs.

Deployment and Launch: Deploy the DEX to the targeted blockchain network and launch it to the public and use public experience as feedback for future updates.

Maintenance and Updates: Regularly monitor and update the DEX to enhance performance and security.

Types of Decentralized Exchange

Automated Market Makers (AMMs):

AMMs use liquidity pools, which are token groups locked within smart contracts.

Rather than traditional order books, they employ mathematical equations to decide asset prices.

They deal from these liquidity pools, and prices vary with respect to the pool's tokens proportion.

Examples: Uniswap, PancakeSwap, Curve Finance.

Order Book DEXs:

DEXs model this conventional order book system like central exchanges have traditionally had.

buyers and sellers post orders and the exchange fills them.

These work on-chain, making processes transparent as well as having trading without a middleman.

DEX Aggregators:

DEX aggregators do not maintain their own liquidity. Instead, they aggregate liquidity from other DEXs.

They hunt across different DEXs for the best trade prices available.

This assists in reducing slippage and improving returns for the users.

ParaSwap is an example.

Core Components of Decentralized Exchange

Getting familiar with the basic and core elements of developing decentralized exchange:

Smart Contract

These autonomous contracts that enable trades, manage the liquidity pools, and process the user interactions safely and independently.

Blockchain network

The blockchain is used as the basis for recording and verifying transactions. Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, and others are commonly used.

Liquidity pools

These token pools make trading possible by offering liquidity. Automated Market Makers (AMM) base asset prices on these pools.

User Interface

The frontend Dapps allow users to easily interact with smart contracts and also connect to their wallet.

Oracles

Certain DEXs rely on oracles such as Chainlink to retrieve external price information for improved trade execution and security.

Tech Stack & Tools for DEX Development

So many platforms have been utilized for decentralized exchange depending on their properties and advantages. Some of these DEX platforms are:

Ethereum – Most widely used, supports Solidity

Binance Smart Chain – Faster transactions and lower fees.

Solana, Polygon, Avalanche – High-performance alternatives.

For the process of development, there are a few frameworks. Hardhat, Truffle, Foundry are utilized for testing and development. Solidity is the primary programming language for ethereum dex. A platform doesn't rely solely on coding but also relies on its interface design which is technically known as frontend. There are certain frontend tools that are utilized in decentralized exchange

React.js – Widely used for developing user interfaces.

Web3.js – To integrate frontend with blockchain.

WalletConnect – Used for integrating with wallets.

Security Considerations

If we develop a decentralized platform, we would like to implement security measures within the platform. Security is of utmost importance in DEX development.

Smart Contract Security: Formal verification, strict audits, and secure coding practices are a must.

Mitigation of MEV: Develop measures to avoid Miner Extractable Value and front running.

Liquidity Pool Security: Secure against exploits and maintain the integrity of liquidity pools.

User Security: Educate users and raise awareness for securing their private keys and avoiding scams.

Benefits of DEX

Decentralized exchange is utilized in trading numerous uses and advantages are provided to users. Some advantages are as follows:

Improved Security: Users hold control over their funds, minimizing the risk of centralized hacks.

Improved Privacy: Transactions usually have various names, providing more privacy.

Lower Costs: Removal of third party can result in cheaper trading fees.

Increased Accessibility: DEXs are available to anyone with a Web3 wallet and internet access.

Censorship Resistance: DEXs are less susceptible to censorship and regulatory overreach.

Future Of DEX

Layer-2 Scaling Solutions: Roll Ups and side chains will enhance scalability and lower transaction costs.

Cross-Chain Interoperability: Interconnecting diverse blockchain ecosystems will facilitate seamless asset transfers.

Advanced Trading Features: permanent futures, options, and other derivatives will increase trading possibilities.

NFT Integration: NFT integration into DEXs will create new platforms for trading and asset management.

Enhanced User Experience: Friendly interfaces and trading experiences will fuel mass adoption.

Decentralized Governance: DAOs will have a larger role in managing and evolving DEXs.

Conclusion

Decentralized Exchange Development defines their financial dimensions and enhances transparency. Understanding decentralized exchange core elements, development process, and security matters creates the best exchange platform with a more centralized and balanced financial future. Having the right tools, planning, and a solid development team, your own DEX launch could put you at the forefront of Web3 innovation. With the technology advancing, DEXs are likely to be instrumental in the widespread adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

#decentralized exchange development #digitalcurrency #blockchain

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savidesai · 2 months ago

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Introduction to SkillonIT Learning Hub- Empowering Rural Talent With World-Class IT Skills

SkillonIT provides IN-Demand IT courses, connecting Rural talent with rewarding IT skills through affordable, accessible and career-focused education. with Guaranteed pathways to internship and high paying jobs, start with us and step into Opportunities at top Tech-leading Companies. Skillonit Learning Hub, located in Buldhana, Maharashtra, is a leading institute dedicated to equipping individuals with cutting-edge technology skills. With a mission to bridge the digital divide, the institute provides high-quality education in various IT and professional development domains. Skillonit focuses on practical, industry-oriented training, ensuring students gain the expertise needed to thrive in today’s competitive job market. The hub is committed to empowering rural talent and shaping the next generation of skilled professionals.

Courses Offered Skillonit Learning Hub offers a diverse range of courses tailored to industry demands, enabling students to master both technical and professional skills.

Blockchain Development — Smart Contracts (Solidity, Rust, Web3.js, Hardhat) — Blockchain Protocols (Ethereum, Solana, Binance Smart Chain, Fantom) — Decentralized Applications (DApps) Development

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Full-Stack Development — Front-End + Back-End Integration — MERN Stack Development — Database, Deployment & DevOps Practice

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Conclusion : Skillonit Learning Hub is revolutionizing IT and professional education by making technology and essential career skills accessible to aspiring developers, designers, marketers, and professionals. With a strong emphasis on practical learning, industry exposure, and career opportunities, it stands as a beacon of growth for young talent in Buldhana and beyond. Whether you are looking to build a career in tech, marketing, design, or personal development, Skillonit provides the ideal platform to achieve your goals. Join Our Social Community

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MEMHASH Token Goes Live – Here’s What You Need to Know

The blockchain space is always evolving, but not every project brings real engagement. MEMHASH is different. It’s not just another token—it’s part of an ecosystem with over 1.8 million active users every month.

Now, the MEMHASH token is officially live on STON.fi, unlocking new opportunities for traders, liquidity providers, and crypto enthusiasts.

This is more than just a listing. It’s an expansion of a thriving blockchain game into the DeFi world.

What is MEMHASH

MEMHASH is the native token of a mining game on Telegram. Players use their devices to mine by searching for the correct hash, completing tasks, and unlocking in-game upgrades.

This isn’t a theoretical concept—it’s already active with a massive user base. People are earning, upgrading, and competing daily.

With the introduction of MEMHASH on STON.fi, users can now trade and provide liquidity, taking the token’s utility beyond the game.

Why MEMHASH Stands Out

🔹 A Built-In Community – Over 1.8 million monthly players interact with MEMHASH. That’s real adoption from day one.

🔹 DeFi Meets Gaming – The token is now available for trading and liquidity provision on STON.fi, bridging the gaming and DeFi sectors.

🔹 Passive Income Potential – Liquidity providers can earn rewards while supporting a token with an active user base.

This isn’t just another memecoin or speculative asset. MEMHASH already has real demand.

How to Get Involved

MEMHASH is now live, and here’s how you can tap into its ecosystem:

📍 Trade MEMHASH – Available now on STON.fi.

📍 Provide Liquidity – Earn rewards by contributing to liquidity pools.

📍 Token Contract Address:

EQDol2oVpmBznAL6vQpF51QW3p0PKV7ag4VEtex8_MeMHASH

The blockchain gaming space is rapidly evolving, and MEMHASH is at the forefront. Whether you’re a gamer, trader, or DeFi enthusiast, this is one project that’s already proving its worth.

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PX Token: A New Era of Digital Creativity and Trading

The crypto landscape is evolving rapidly, and every so often, a project emerges that merges technology with a completely new use case. PX Token is not just another digital asset—it represents the intersection of blockchain, art, and community-driven innovation.

Built on the foundation of Not Pixel, a Telegram-based pixel art project, PX started as an in-game currency that powered a collective digital canvas. Users contributed to pixelated artworks, meme creations, and intricate designs, fostering an interactive and collaborative ecosystem.

Now, PX has transcended its original function—it has become a fully tradable token, bringing a new opportunity for traders, artists, and investors alike. With its listing on STON.fi, PX is now part of a decentralized market where it can be exchanged, farmed, and integrated into broader financial activities.

PX Enters the Trading Market

What started as a community-based reward system has evolved into a market-driven asset. With PX now live on STON.fi, it enters the open market, allowing users to trade it against TON, providing liquidity, and participating in decentralized finance activities.

This transition is significant because it gives PX real economic value, moving beyond its origins as an internal currency. Now, traders can speculate on its price movements, holders can benefit from future demand, and liquidity providers can earn rewards by supporting the token’s ecosystem.

Unlike many speculative assets that rely solely on hype, PX has the advantage of being rooted in an active community, with real users engaging with the project daily. This organic utility helps create sustained demand and long-term growth potential.

Liquidity Farming: Passive Income for PX Holders

To further strengthen its market presence, PX has introduced PX/TON liquidity farming on STON.fi, offering a chance to earn rewards while holding tokens.

Total Rewards Pool: 250,000 PX (~$90,000)

Farming Period: Active until January 25

Flexible Staking: No mandatory LP token lock-up

Farming provides an additional incentive for long-term holders, ensuring that those who contribute to liquidity are rewarded. It also enhances the token’s stability in the market by encouraging users to stake rather than sell.

This approach benefits both traders and the ecosystem—traders can earn passive rewards while the token maintains healthier liquidity, reducing extreme volatility.

Why PX Stands Out

The launch of PX as a tradable token isn’t just another listing—it signifies the growth of blockchain-based creativity in a way that is both interactive and financially rewarding.

Here’s why PX is gaining attention:

Community-Driven Origin: Unlike speculative tokens with no real backing, PX started as a functional digital asset within a thriving art community.

Tied to a Growing Ecosystem: Not Pixel continues to expand, meaning PX will retain utility beyond trading speculation.

Decentralized Trading & Farming: With STON.fi integration, PX benefits from secure, fast, and cost-effective transactions on the TON blockchain.

Real Market Utility: Whether used for art-based incentives or liquidity farming, PX goes beyond a simple buy-and-sell model.

As the broader Web3 ecosystem continues to embrace creative and community-based tokens, PX has the potential to carve out a niche in the digital economy of the future.

What’s Next for PX

PX’s introduction to the trading world marks the beginning of its journey. As more traders, investors, and community members get involved, its ecosystem will likely expand beyond its current use cases.

The potential growth paths include:

Deeper integration with Web3 applications

New collaborations within the TON blockchain

Increased liquidity, making it a more stable asset

Evolving utilities that go beyond art and into decentralized finance

For now, PX presents a unique opportunity—one that merges art, community, and financial innovation into a single ecosystem. Whether you’re a trader looking for a new asset to explore or a community member engaged in Not Pixel’s digital creativity, PX stands as a token to watch.

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