WAO ART #216

Renowned psychologist Jordan Peterson has sparked a discussion about the potential for Bitcoin to replace traditional banking systems. This conversation emerged after Macquarie Bank in Australia announced plans to discontinue cash, check, and phone payment services.

Two cargo ships, Resilient Africa and Aroyat, have arrived at Ukraine's Chornomorsk port using a new route through the Black Sea. This marks the first time civilian ships have reached a Ukrainian port since the collapse of a deal with Russia ensuring vessel safety.

The Momoguro NFT community, which was once active and valued at $17 million, has now become a ghost town. The CEO of Baobab, Maureen, held an AMA session where community members were not allowed to ask questions, raising concerns. Team members have remained silent or avoided important questions.

Storm Lee, now a post-tropical cyclone, has caused power outages and disruptions in Nova Scotia and New England. It made landfall in Nova Scotia with near-hurricane-strength winds, leaving thousands without power and leading to the unfortunate death of one individual in Maine due to a fallen tree.

Nigeria and Cuba have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on tackling food insecurity. The Nigerian Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, expressed gratitude for Cuba's willingness to partner and highlighted Nigeria's agricultural potential.

Aramco Saudi Arabia has acquired Ismax Distributors (SPB) in a move to expand its retail operations in South America. This marks Aramco's first investment in retail and marketing in the region and strengthens its strategic value chain in refining, chemicals, and marketing.

The rise of China as an economic and military power has led to a relative erosion of U.S. power and preeminence. China's military advances, including missile technology, have reshaped U.S. strategic and military operating plans. The U.S. is adopting a "distributed and dispersed" operating concept.