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The importance of sustainability: Why eco-friendly blockchains are the future

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As more and more decentralized applications (DApps), such as GameFi, DeFi, NFTs, and more, are being developed, heated discussions about the environmental impact of blockchain and cryptocurrency have reignited once more. Especially after China’s crackdown on cryptocurrency mining activities, public debates about blockchain and crypto-related energy consumption rates have reached a climax.

Proof of Work’s environmental impact

Since the birth of Bitcoin, the Proof of Work (PoW) consensus mechanism has always been fundamental to the security of blockchain networks. This consensus is reached through computing power, commonly referred to as hash rate.

Over time as blockchain technology is being adopted by the world, the energy consumption rate of the entire blockchain network has skyrocketed, leading to significant environmental costs. The University of Cambridge estimates that Bitcoin mining consumes about 130 TWh per year, accounting for about 0.1% of the world’s total primary energy consumption.

As far as DApp development is concerned, energy consumption-related environmental issues are mostly derived from Ethereum mining, since Ethereum is a PoW blockchain with the largest ecosystem full of projects in varying sizes. With the recent London hard fork, the transition to Ethereum 2.0-a complete Proof of Stake (PoS) blockchain, will be completed as early as 2022. As a result, the current energy consumption per transaction on Ethereum is about 35 kWh, which is equivalent to the energy consumption of a single person in developing countries for 3 days.

The true cost of DApp transactions

While mass crypto adoption is happening around the world, DApps and their applicability will eventually catch up. New projects such as wealth management applications, lending platforms, decentralized exchanges (DEX), NFT-inspired metaverses, and more, that are gradually taking over social media and our lives are the ultimate proof. If you have been paying attention to what’s happening around you, the crypto community’s passion and loyalty towards decentralized, immutable technology are clearly reflected in the real world.

That is certainly good news for crypto enthusiasts, but for the environment, it’s an entirely different story. Take NFTs for example. Memo Atken, a digital artist and engineer, estimates that the true cost of an NFT is much higher than a typical energy consumption of a transaction on Ethereum (35 kWh). He believes that NFT-related transactions will cost much more because all NFTs have to be minted and exchanged multiple times on the blockchain.

He is certainly correct. In fact, an NFT’s creation and distribution do not only consist of a simple mint and sale process. There will be many subsequent transactions made by collectors and traders, which makes the average carbon footprint of each NFT close to 340kWh (an average of 211 kg of CO2), equivalent to a single person’s energy consumption in a developed country for more than a month.

Why eco-friendly blockchains are favored by developers

In early 2021, several public blockchains underwent considerable ecosystem expansion, such as ThunderCore, Solana, Polkadot, and Binance Smart Chain. These blockchains’ ecosystems are in full bloom, as decentralized projects like DAOs, Oracles, Token Bridges, DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, blockchain games, and more, are being deployed consistently. There are many reasons for the expansion of these networks, but one thing they all have in common is that none of them utilize a PoW consensus mechanism (meaning zero physical mining facilities are used). Instead, novel mechanisms, such as PoS, that allow on-chain staking and other models to replace PoW are applied.

Among them, the ThunderCore blockchain uses the state-of-the-art PoS consensus mechanism, PaLa, which not only solves the “scalability trilemma”, but also supports the chain’s entire ecosystem with cheap renewable energy. ThunderCore is an eco-friendly public blockchain, and its CO2 emissions, resulting from on-chain transactions, are reduced by more than 10,000x. For example, its block creation does not require the support of large amounts of energy resources like Bitcoin and Ethereum do. ThunderCore is also EVM compatible, which allows the rapid migration and deployment of Ethereum projects. With low gas fees (<$0.00001), sub-second confirmations, and 4,000+ TPS, ThunderCore has become a platform favored by developers from the world over.

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ComicInk Debuts Video Generation Capabilities

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World’s most advanced AI comic book creation platform now enables users to create multi-scene videos, complete with captions and background music, consistent characters, locations & props in 10+ art styles and 20+ languages.

United States, 7th Jul 2026 — ComicInk, the world’s most advanced AI comic book creation platform, today announced the debut of a new suite of video generation capabilities. In addition to creating comic books, users can now create multi-scene videos complete with captions and background music, consistent characters, locations & props in 10+ art styles and 20+ languages. ComicInk uses advanced AI generation models to help educators, content creators, publishers, and hobbyists bring their stories to life both in written and visual formats. With the platform’s new video features, they can convert existing comics to videos or create new ones from scratch. 

“The idea was to make it possible to ; take your creative ideas, either as a single prompt or an entire book, and convert it into comics, films or both,” explained Sanjoy Ghosh, CEO of ComicInk. “And, critically, we wanted to ensure character, location and prop consistency from scene to scene. We’ve delivered on that promise. The hard part isn’t one good shot. It’s getting twelve shots that look like the same story. And twelve episodes that continue the story. We keep your whole world consistent from the first scene to the last.”

With these new capabilities, ComicInk is able to turn plain words into multi-scene films as well as comic books. Each story can feature the same cast and world, locked consistent from panel to panel and scene to scene. Users can even convert their existing comics into movies bringing animated life to their stories. And if they have their own script, just bring it to ComicInk and convert it into one film or a series of episodes telling the whole story. 

As with the books, each episode could contain multiple scenes featuring character continuity, with the same cast, same the cast and props. What sets ComicInk apart in the moviemaking process is its management toolset. For example, the same character can have different costumes, i.e., “avatars” from scene to scene, with ComicInk providing the tools to manage character looks, costumes, age, and so forth. The same capabilities are available for locations. The platform enables the user to manage how the location looks during the day versus nighttime. Its full suite of managing assets allows the user to deliver “continuity” from scene to scene and episode to episode.

Video generation gives ComicInk users a powerful new tool as multi-channel content publishing becomes the norm. “Creators want to be active in multiple formats,” Ghosh said. “Now, they can do it. We’ve packaged this into an easy-to-use, intuitive interface designed for non-technical users, with multi-lingual support and many different art styles.”

For more information, visit https://www.comicink.ai/

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PrimeXBT Launches Gold 24/7 Trading on PXTrader 2.0

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Castries, Saint Lucia, July 7th, 2026, FinanceWire

PrimeXBT, a global multi-asset broker and crypto asset service provider, has launched Gold 24/7 trading, enabling traders to access opportunities in one of the world’s most important markets beyond traditional trading hours.

The new instrument, GOLD 24/7, is available on the PXTrader 2.0 platform in both Live and Demo accounts. During weekdays, trading conditions remain consistent with the standard XAU/USD instrument, offering leverage of up to 1:1000, spreads from $0.35, and VIP Tier pricing that can reduce spreads to as low as $0.17 for high-volume traders. Weekend trading is subject to specific trading conditions. Traders also benefit from advanced charting powered by TradingView and a range of integrated risk management tools.

The launch comes as global markets continue to react to geopolitical developments, central bank decisions, inflation data, and unexpected news events that may occur outside traditional market hours. While Gold has long served as a key safe-haven asset during periods of uncertainty, traders have previously been unable to respond to major developments occurring between Friday’s close and the reopening of markets. 

“With Gold 24/7 trading, traders can react to events as they happen, manage risk throughout the weekend, and reduce exposure to Monday price gaps by adjusting positions before markets reopen. All of this is available through the same familiar gold market traders already know, now accessible around the clock,” highlighted Jonatan Randin, Senior Market Analyst at PrimeXBT.

Additionally, many of the same forces that drive Gold also influence digital asset markets. With Gold now available 24/7, traders can engage with it on the same timeline as cryptocurrencies, while benefiting from crypto funding and access to multiple asset classes through a single PrimeXBT account.

PrimeXBT continues to expand its multi-asset offering through innovative products that challenge traditional market limitations. By extending access to one of the world’s most important markets, the broker creates additional opportunities for traders to react to changing market conditions.

To learn more, users can visit the PrimeXBT website.

About PrimeXBT

PrimeXBT is a global multi-asset broker and crypto asset service provider trusted by traders in more than 150 countries. The platform bridges traditional and digital markets within one integrated environment, redefining versatility and innovation in online trading. Clients can access Forex, CFDs on indices, commodities, shares, crypto, and Crypto Futures, as well as buy, store and exchange cryptocurrencies. This unified experience extends across both the native PXTrader 2.0 platform and MetaTrader 5, supported by advanced risk-management tools and a wide range of funding options in crypto, fiat and local payment methods. Since 2018, PrimeXBT has focused on empowering traders through broad multi-asset access, fair and transparent conditions, professional-grade technology and dedicated human support. By combining expertise, trust and a client-first approach, PrimeXBT sets a benchmark of excellence in the financial industry and provides traders with the tools they need to trade, grow and succeed with confidence.

Disclaimer: The content provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended as personal investment advice and does not constitute a solicitation or invitation to engage in any financial transactions, investments, or related activities. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The financial products offered by the Company are complex and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. These products may not be suitable for all investors. Before engaging, you should consider whether you understand how these leveraged products work and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money. The Company does not accept clients from the Restricted Jurisdictions as indicated on its website / T&Cs. Some products and services, including MT5, may not be available in your jurisdiction. The applicable legal entity and its respective products and services depend on the client’s country of residence and the entity with which the client has established a contractual relationship during registration.

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Today’s Steam Cleaning Introduces Express Drying Service for Upholstery Cleaning in New York City

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Today’s Steam Cleaning has added Express Drying to its couch cleaning service in New York City. The process reduces post-cleaning drying time, allowing furniture to be used the same day. The company provides steam cleaning services across all five boroughs.

New York, NY, United States, 7th Jul 2026— Today’s Steam Cleaning, a professional cleaning company serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island since 2015, has introduced Express Drying, a process that reduces drying time following couch cleaning services. 

Humidity in New York City during the summer months slows the natural drying of upholstered fabric after steam cleaning. The same moisture that lingers in the air also contributes to conditions in which dust mites and allergens accumulate inside couches, mattresses, and rugs. Window air conditioners, open windows, and increased indoor traffic during warm months introduce additional street dust into soft surfaces. Express Drying was developed to shorten the drying period, allowing cleaned furniture to be used the same day rather than after an overnight wait.

According to the company, drying time has traditionally been the main constraint in upholstery cleaning, particularly during humid months. Express Drying was developed so that a sofa cleaned in the morning can be used again by the same evening.

The company’s couch cleaning service uses high-temperature steam to remove dirt, stains, dust, and allergens from fabric, microfiber, and leather furniture. Cleanings are performed with non-toxic products, and the company is insured. The company also noted that pricing is provided before service begins, a practice in place since it was founded.

In addition to couch cleaning, Today’s Steam Cleaning provides carpet cleaning, rug cleaning with pick-up and delivery, mattress cleaning, apartment and house cleaning, move-in and move-out cleaning, turnover cleaning for short-term rental hosts and landlords, and commercial cleaning for offices, restaurants, and commercial kitchens across New York City. The rug service collects rugs from the customer’s location, cleans them at a professional facility, and returns them upon completion. The service accommodates wool, oriental, and area rugs.

The company employs more than 120 trained cleaning professionals who arrive equipped with professional products and tools. Customers are not required to be present during the cleaning.

Appointments are available seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Additional information is available at https://todayssteamcleaningnyc.com/ or by calling (518) 348-8887.

About Today’s Steam Cleaning

Established in 2015 in New York City, Today’s Steam Cleaning is a professional cleaning company based in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. The company specializes in high-temperature steam cleaning for couches, carpets, rugs, and mattresses, alongside apartment, move-in/move-out, turnover, and commercial cleaning. Services are performed with non-toxic products, and the company is insured. Learn more at https://todayssteamcleaningnyc.com/.

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