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Publications
- Science
[A vegan leather made of dormant fungi can repair itself](https://www.sciencenews.org/article/vegan-leather-fungi-repair-mycelium)
Researchers developed a leather alternative made from dormant fungus that can be reanimated and then regrow when damaged.
- Team
[A massive cavern beneath a West Antarctic glacier is teeming with life](https://www.sciencenews.org/article/cavern-west-antarctic-glacier-life)
A subglacial river has carved out the cavern beneath the Kamb Ice Stream, a West Antarctic glacier, and may be supplying nutrients necessary for life.
- Science
[Why some Renaissance artists added egg yolks to oil paints](https://www.sciencenews.org/article/renaissance-artists-egg-oil-paintings)
Some Renaissance artists created eggs-quisite paintings by adding yolks to oil paints, which may have helped add texture and prevent yellowing.
- Health
[How to increase hemoglobin: Foods, home remedies, and more](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321530)
A variety of conditions and lifestyle factors can lead to a reduction in hemoglobin. Common causes include anemia, pregnancy, and thyroid conditions. One way to increase hemoglobin is to consume more iron and folate. Here, learn other ways to boost hemoglobin levels. We also describe normal ranges for men and women.
- Stat
[Depression statistics: Groups, prevalence, and other conditions](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/depression-statistics)
Depression affects people of different ages from all sorts of socioeconomic backgrounds. Learn more about depression statistics and prevalence here.
- Mes
[Depression: What it is, symptoms, causes, treatment, and more](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/8933)
Depression is a common mental health problem that involves a low mood and a loss of interest in activities. Learn more about the symptoms, different types, and treatment options.
- Gen
[Psychotherapy for depression could reduce future CVD risk](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/talk-therapy-for-depression-may-help-lower-heart-disease-risk)
Treating depression via talking therapies may reduce people's risk of future cardiovascular disease, especially in adults over the age of 45, a new study suggests.
- Gen
[Type 2 diabetes: Red meat, refined carbs linked to 70% of global cases](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/red-meat-refined-carbs-diet-type-2-diabetes-cases)
A study found poor diets that include large amounts of red meat and refined carbs are linked 14 million type 2 diabetes cases worldwide.
- Gen
[Psoriasis and chronic inflammation: What is the link?](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/psoriasis-and-chronic-inflammation)
While there is no cure for psoriasis, there are steps a person can take to reduce psoriasis-related inflammation and increase the chances of reaching and maintaining remission.
- Gen
[Do we really need such high hormone levels in birth control?](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/birth-control-with-up-to-92-lower-hormone-doses-could-still-be-effective)
A modeling study suggests that hormone levels in some contraceptives could be safely lowered by up to 92% and still be effective in preventing pregnancy.
- Crypto
[Nifty News: Yuga Labs scores court battle win, Mandala Metaverse to drop on Polkadot and more…](https://cointelegraph.com/news/nifty-news-yuga-labs-scores-court-battle-win-mandala-metaverse-to-drop-on-polkadot-and-more)
The court in California also ruled that Yuga Labs is entitled to an injunction and damages over the trademark dispute, the latter of which will be determined at trial.
- Crypto
[SafeMoon hacker agrees to return 80% of stolen funds: Finance Redefined](https://cointelegraph.com/news/safemoon-hacker-agrees-to-return-80-of-stolen-funds-finance-redefined)
The top 100 DeFi tokens lost their bullish momentum, with many tokens trading in the red on weekly charts while the TVL fell by $4 billion.
- Crypto
[Gemini to launch derivatives platform outside the United States](https://cointelegraph.com/news/gemini-to-launch-derivatives-platform-outside-the-united-states)
United States-based crypto exchange Gemini announced the launch of an offshore derivatives platform.
- Crypto
[Trust Wallet to reimburse users after $170,000 security incident](https://cointelegraph.com/news/trust-wallet-to-reimburse-users-after-170-000-security-incident)
Crypto wallet Trust Wallet disclosed a security vulnerability that resulted in nearly $170,000 in losses for some users.
- Crypto
[SBF’s lawyers unable to tap his parent’s phones to meet bail conditions](https://cointelegraph.com/news/sbf-s-lawyers-unable-to-tap-his-parent-s-phones-to-meet-bail-conditions)
In an April 19 court filing, Sam Bankman-Fried’s legal team have requested a third extension on the implementation of his bail conditions due to challenges with installing monitoring software on his parent's phones.
- Crypto
[Biden's comms director barred from former crypto clients: Report](https://cointelegraph.com/news/biden-s-comms-director-barred-from-former-crypto-clients-report)
According to an April 22 Bloomberg Law report, the White House communications director Ben LaBolt will be banned from “participating in legal matters, investigations, or contracts involving cryptocurrency or technology firms he previously represented.”
- Crypto
[Google DeepMind restructuring aims to deliver next-gen AI breakthroughs](https://cointelegraph.com/news/google-deepmind-restructuring-aims-to-deliver-next-gen-ai-breakthroughs)
The newly-formed business unit aims to accelerate the company’s progress in developing AI in a safe and responsible manner.
- Crypto
[Chinese city public servants to receive digital RMB salaries from May](https://cointelegraph.com/news/chinese-city-public-servants-to-receive-digital-rmb-salaries-from-may)
Jiangsu Province, where the city of Changshu resides, previously initiated a pilot program for digital RMB in Q1 2023.
- Crypto
[Brazilian authorities investigate Binance for guiding clients past stop order: Report](https://cointelegraph.com/news/brazilian-authorities-investigate-binance-for-guiding-clients-past-stop-order-report)
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is reportedly under investigation in Brazil after that country’s Securities and Exchange Commission found it helping clients evade a stop on trading.
- Crypto
[Despite regulatory clarity, Hong Kong crypto ETFs experience lukewarm demand](https://cointelegraph.com/news/despite-regulatory-clarity-hong-kong-crypto-etfs-experience-lukewarm-demand)
It appears the jurisdiction has not attracted much demand for crypto ETFs despite regulatory clarity.
- Crypto
[Researchers find cryptocurrency ‘signatures of maturity’ similar to equities market](https://cointelegraph.com/news/researchers-find-cryptocurrency-signatures-of-maturity-similar-to-equities-market)
A pair of computer scientists conducted a mathematical study of the cryptocurrency and equities markets and determined that crypto was beginning to show similar signs of maturity.
- Trade
[Industry leaders and policymakers react to passage of MiCA in EU](https://cointelegraph.com/news/industry-leaders-and-policymakers-react-to-passage-of-mica-in-eu)
Having passed the European Parliament with more than 500 votes, the Markets in Crypto Assets framework will soon go to the EU Council.
- Crypto
[TransUnion to begin providing identity-protected credit scoring for DeFi lending](https://cointelegraph.com/news/transunion-to-begin-providing-identity-protected-credit-scoring-for-defi-lending)
Credit reporting agency TransUnion announced a deal with two blockchain startups that will provide off-chain credit data to on-chain lenders.
- Crypto
[Crypto exchange Roqqu receives South African approval to expand operations](https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-exchange-roqqu-receives-south-african-approval-to-expand-operations)
Crypto exchange Roqqu was granted regulatory approval to operate in South Africa.
- Crypto
[Former Ethereum miner CoreWeave raises $221M in Series B](https://cointelegraph.com/news/former-ethereum-miner-coreweave-raises-221m-in-series-b)
The company previously raised $50 million in November 2021 from the same lead investor.
- Crypto
[‘Worst code I’ve ever seen’: Euro stablecoin faces centralization criticism](https://cointelegraph.com/news/worst-code-i-ve-ever-seen-euro-stablecoin-faces-centralization-criticism)
A French bank has been criticized for its stablecoin that requires transfers to first be approved by a “centralized registrar.”
- Crypto
[Crypto firms alleged to have faked execs using AI and actors: Cali regulator](https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-firms-alleged-to-have-faked-execs-using-ai-and-actors-cali-regulator)
A California financial regulator has alleged purported crypto firms impersonated their CEOs with actors and AI.
- Crypto
[SEC’s ‘brute force’ crypto regulation attempt is ‘bad policy’ — Paradigm](https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-s-brute-force-crypto-regulation-attempt-is-bad-policy-paradigm)
Venture firm Paradigm claimed the SEC’s disclosure framework is ill-fitting, bad policy and should not apply to crypto.
- Crypto
[Over half of Americans fear ‘major impact’ by AI on workers: Survey](https://cointelegraph.com/news/over-half-of-americans-fear-major-impact-by-ai-on-workers-survey)
The majority of Americans believe AI will have a “major impact” on the workforce in the next 20 years, with some concerned about AI participating in the hiring process and others claiming it may eradicate bias and discrimination.
- Crypto
[Michael Schumacher’s family to pursue legal action over AI interview](https://cointelegraph.com/news/michael-schumacher-s-family-to-pursue-legal-action-over-ai-interview)
The family of F1 legend Michael Schumacher is considering legal action against a German magazine following its use of an AI-generated interview with the former racer.
- Gen
[Normal body temperature: Adults, babies, pregnancy, and more](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323819)
Normal body temperature is about 98.6°F (37°C), but this can change. In this article, we look at normal ranges in adults, babies, and during pregnancy.
- Health
[How to increase hemoglobin: Foods, home remedies, and more](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321530)
A variety of conditions and lifestyle factors can lead to a reduction in hemoglobin. Common causes include anemia, pregnancy, and thyroid conditions. One way to increase hemoglobin is to consume more iron and folate. Here, learn other ways to boost hemoglobin levels. We also describe normal ranges for men and women.
- Gen
[18 foods that help lower blood pressure](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322284)
Dietary choices can help manage high blood pressure. Here, find out which foods can help and how to incorporate them into the diet.
- Health
[How to lose weight fast: 9 scientific ways to drop fat](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322345)
Being a healthy weight offers many health benefits, as well as a feeling of wellbeing. Fast weight loss is rarely easy, but it is possible to lose weight safely and efficiently by eating a healthful diet and adopting strategies that maximize the body’s potential to burn calories. Learn how to lose weight fast here.
- Science
[Meal frequency and portion size: What to know](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-it-better-to-eat-several-small-meals-or-fewer-larger-ones)
Is having three larger meals per day healthier than having several, smaller, more frequent meals? We weigh the evidence pro and against.
- Md
[Drug-resistant bacteria found in 40% of supermarket meat samples](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/multidrug-resistant-bacteria-found-in-40-of-supermarket-meat-samples)
Researchers report that 40% of meat samples taken from supermarkets in Spain had drug-resistant bacteria. The findings heightened concerns over food-borne illness and the overuse of antibiotics.
- Md
[Software tool unveiled to identify medical conditions with Afib](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/patients-with-atrial-fibrillation-have-an-average-of-five-additional-medical-conditions)
Researchers say people with atrial fibrillation have an average of five additional medical conditions, so they have developed a software tool that can help identify these conditions in people with Afib
- Medical
[Depression and the gut: Can diet help improve mental health?](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/in-conversation-can-diet-help-improve-depression-symptoms)
Dr. Najaf Amin and mental health advocate Rachel Kelly join Medical News Today in conversation about why and how diet might help fight symptoms of depression.
- Md
[Type 2 diabetes: Drinking water, coffee, or tea reduces risk of death](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/swapping-soda-for-water-coffee-can-drop-your-risk-of-death-by-20)
Researches say replacing soda with coffee, tea, or water can lower the risk of death from type 2 diabetes by more than 20%
- Science
[Atrial fibrillation: Catheter treatment may reduce dementia risk](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/catheter-treatment-for-atrial-fibrillation-may-reduce-dementia-risk)
A new study finds that people with atrial fibrillation treated via catheter ablation may have a reduced risk of dementia compared to those treated with medication alone.
- Science
[The possible link between migraine and carpal tunnel syndrome](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/the-possible-link-between-migraine-and-carpal-tunnel-syndrome)
Researchers say nerve compression, including those that cause carpal tunnel syndrome, may increase the risk of migraine headaches
- Gen
[Microsoft is developing its own AI chip to power ChatGPT: Report](https://cointelegraph.com/news/microsoft-is-developing-its-own-ai-chip-to-power-chatgpt-report)
Microsoft is reportedly joining the likes of Amazon, Google and Meta in developing its own in-house AI chips to fight the rising costs of Nvidia GPUs.
- News
[Kraken receives virtual asset service provider authorization in Ireland ahead of MiCA vote](https://cointelegraph.com/news/kraken-receives-virtual-asset-service-provider-authorization-in-ireland-ahead-of-mica-vote)
Payward Europe Solutions, an Irish subsidiary of US-based cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, received its VASP authorization from The Central Bank of Ireland.
- Gen
[Intel will stop manufacturing chips for Bitcoin miners: Report](https://cointelegraph.com/news/intel-will-stop-manufacturing-chips-for-bitcoin-miners-report)
Intel has reportedly begun pay cuts for executives, and now its Bitcoin mining chips are on the chopping block.
- Crypto
[US wholesale CBDC has ‘promise,’ Fed governor says, but retail ‘difficult to imagine’](https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-wholesale-cbdc-has-promise-fed-governor-says-but-retail-difficult-to-imagine)
U.S. Federal Reserve Board governor Michelle Bowman gave a speech about central bank digital currency and expressed reservations about many aspects of it.
- Cry
[SafeMoon hacker agrees to return 80% of stolen funds, says development team](https://cointelegraph.com/news/safemoon-hacker-agrees-to-return-80-of-stolen-funds-says-development-team)
Blockchain data reveals that negotiations have been ongoing since March 28.
- Gen
[EU legislators call for ‘safe’ AI as Google’s CEO cautions on rapid development](https://cointelegraph.com/news/eu-legislators-call-for-safe-ai-as-google-s-ceo-cautions-on-rapid-development)
An open letter from a group of EU politicians calls for the responsible and safe development of AI tech while Google’s CEO cautioned against releasing an advanced AI before society has a chance to adapt.
- Market
[Tribe Capital considers reviving bankrupt crypto exchange FTX: Report](https://cointelegraph.com/news/tribe-capital-considers-reviving-bankrupt-crypto-exchange-ftx-report)
Sources familiar with the matter allege that Tribe co-founder, Arjun Sethi, met with FTX's Committee of Unsecured Creditors in January to discuss an informal proposal.
- Gen
[Speakers prepare to tell US House Financial Services Committee about stablecoins](https://cointelegraph.com/news/speakers-prepare-to-tell-us-house-financial-services-committee-about-stablecoins)
The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services will hear from expert witnesses at a hearing on stablecoin regulation April 19.
- Gen
[Zipmex requests 2-month extension from Singapore court for restructuring plan](https://cointelegraph.com/news/zipmex-requests-2-month-extension-from-singapore-court-for-restructuring-plan)
Zipmex said it was currently in negotiations in an attempt to “maximize returns for customers” following a delay in payments from an unnamed investor.