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Ethereum Blockchain hits over 500,000 Validators, Pokee.eth’s 69 DeGodsNFT Buy brings FOMO

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Paul Ugbede Godwin
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The Shanghai Hard Fork— Upgrade which is scheduled to happen in March, 2023 unlocks staked ETHEREUM. Since 2020, 15.9 million $ETH has been blocked. This is $20.1 billion or 13.2% of all Ether’s Cryptocurrency in circulation. On Jan. 11, 2023, Ethereum developers launched a new testing network for the Shanghai upgrade.

The developer’s new testing environment is called “devnet 2” as it follows “devnet 1” released in Nov. 2022. The new testnet was discussed briefly during the All Core Devs (ACD) meeting held on Jan. 5, 2023.

Beaconscan.com indicates that as of Jan. 15, 2023, roughly 501,215 validators were recorded on the Ethereum blockchain. On the same day last year, there were approximately 282,249 $ETH validators, which means the count has increased by 77.58% over the last 12 months. On the day of The Merge, there were 428,438 validators, and today the number is 16.99% higher.

Ethereum core developers stressed that the focus remains vigilant on staked withdrawals. It has been 123 days since the Merge to Proof of Stake, the point in time when the Ethereum blockchain transitioned from a proof-of-work (PoW) blockchain to a proof-of-stake (PoS) network.

The transition meant that instead of miners and ASIC devices verifying transactions, Ethereum validators now handle the verification of onchain transactions on the main layer.

Following the release of devnet 2, the next day the network crossed a milestone with more than 500,000 validators, according to statistics from beaconscan.com.

In order to become a validator, an individual or organization must physically manage a validator client on the Beacon Chain and hold 32 $ETH. According to Jan. 16, 2023, Ethereum $ETH exchange rates, the cost to be a validator with the 32 Ether price alone would be just over $50,000 ~ N32,3 million in Nigerian currency.

What do you think is more likely to happen to Ethereum’s Price Action—Bullish driver for Ethereum or return to pre-FTX crash prices? Who knows, we might even see it hit $1.6K/$ETH?

Pokee.eth’s 69 DeGodsNFT Buy brings FOMO on Solana NFTs

DeGodsNFTs are trending and creating buzz on NFT Twitter, it only took Pokee.eth’s 69 DeGodsNFT floor sweep to put the former notable Solana NFT giant above BAYC and other Ethereum’s bluechip NFTs on trading volumes and traction’s with Yugalabs degenerates seeing it as early BAYC vibes of 2021.

In November, DeGods and Y00Ts NFTs announced its readiness to switch chain from Solana Blockchain to the Ethereum mainnet owing to the deteriorating shifts created by SBF/ FTX and Alameda Research Implosions.

About a week ago, Pokee Pandaa- Pokee.eth made a tweet asking the DeGodsNFT Community about if he should sweep 69 DeGodsNFT in return for 1,000 Retweet’s and Likes within 24 hours, apparently he’s request was granted within hours, which led to him purchasing 69 DeGodsNFT amounting to 38,327 $SOL ~ $919,848 with transaction fees, that’s N685,286,760 in Nigerian currency.

FrankDeGods, Social Experimentalist and Creator of DeGodsNFT and Y00Ts rallied on the community to prove itself as a united front, so more investors like Pokee.eth could onboard the project.

Son I had to ask for a PoF (Proof of Funds) and he came through not just with the funds but with the 69 DeGodsNFT floor sweep.

The average price for a floor DeGodsNFT is currently trading on OpenSea at 999 $SOL meaning Pokee.eth is currently seating on approximately 68,931 $Sol ~ $1.6 million worth of DeGodsNFT investment that’s if we are to consider all 69 was purchased as floor DeGodsNFTs.

CryptoKaleo wrote on Twitter: Whether you realize it or not, the next mini NFT bull market is here. All of the necessary catalysts are in place, and the fuse to ignite the rally has already been lit.

Can you spend much funds on JPEGs [NFTs] if you’re seating on a huge dollar reserves?

Elon Musk Starlink Eyes Key Entry in Kenya, Propose to Launch in Q2 2023

By
Ojukwu Emmanuel
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Elon Musk’s satellite internet technology Starlink has recently announced plans to launch in the East African country Kenya.

The broadband Internet system has revealed that the launch will take place in the second quarter (Q2) of this year, as it is set to compete with other telecom players in the country such as Zuku and Safaricom.

Starlink plans to heighten competition in the Kenyan telecom industry by delivering high-speed Internet broadband services to locations where access has been unreliable or completely unavailable.

Citizens in the country can pre-order it for a refundable amount of Sh 12,260 ($99) to reserve the service. Starlink disclosed on its website that it seeks to target its services in cities such as Nairobi, Nakuru, Kisumu, and Mombasa, amongst other towns in the country, starting from the three months ending June.

Starlink wrote on its website,

“Order now to reserve your Starlink. Starlink is targeting service in your area starting in Q2 2023. Availability is subject to regulatory approval. Within each coverage area, orders are fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis.”

Starlink’s entry into Kenya marks its major entry into Africa after the launch of its Internet Service system in Nigeria, as well as its approval to operate in Mozambique.

The broadband internet service had estimated that its services will begin in the rest of Africa (beyond Nigeria and Mozambique) in 2023, but this depends on the company receiving the necessary approvals.

Starlink is renowned for its impressive internet speed of 104Mbps, a sharp contrast to the average cellular internet speed of 17.38Mbps. Furthermore, the use of the LEO satellites is likely to significantly reduce internet downtimes.

Its low-latency broadband internet system is created to meet the needs of consumers in rural areas with low internet penetration across the globe.

Once users purchase the Starlink Kit, it comes with everything they need to get online in minutes including the Starlink, WiFi router, cables, and base.

Best Places to Retire Abroad

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TI Partners
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Don’t you know that a retiree can move to a sunny place and enjoy a high standard of living while minimizing the tax burden? How? Read on and you will get answers to these and many other questions.

Saving before retirement can be challenging and forcing future retirees to save money that they could use to do what they love. However, it’s worth everything because this money gives you a roof over your head and helps pay your medical bills when you retire. If the amount of retirement savings turns out to be solid enough, the pensioner may even realize their dream of moving abroad for a well-deserved rest.

So in this article the Global Citi-Zen agents describe the best place to retire as an expat and give the tips on how to retire overseas.

Retirement in a European Low-Tax Jurisdiction by Buying a Property in Portugal

Where to move to live a senior citizen who wants to move to a European state on the ocean coast with low taxes and cheap goods/services? To Portugal! In 2009, Portugal took the first step towards the status of a pensioner’s paradise by offering them no tax on foreign-sourced income for a 10-year period. This was made possible thanks to a special tax regime for new fiscal residents of the RNH (Residente Não Habitual).

Statistics show that one of the main beneficiaries of the NHR regime are retired people. The Portuguese have also been issuing residence permits to foreign pensioners from non-EU countries in exchange for investments in real estate in Portugal.

And thanks to recent amendments to local immigration laws, holders of a residence permit in Portugal, including pension recipients, can receive citizenship by naturalization after 5 years of residence in this country. Moreover, in order not to lose this opportunity, a retired person needs to spend only 7 days in Portugal during each of the five years of naturalization.

Turkey Allows Real Estate Buyers to Obtain an Investor Passport and Retire to Another Country

Excellent resorts, beautiful landscapes, numerous attractions, an abundance of high-quality agricultural products, low prices for goods and services, moderate taxes and popularity with international tourists — Turkey offers many advantages to foreigners, being one of the places that pensioners visit most often.

And if pensioners decide to buy Turkish real estate, they will be granted a local passport and citizenship in a matter of months. According to the reviews of pensioners who moved to Turkey through economic citizenship, the process is quite simple.

A retired person can buy a decent villa on the Mediterranean coast, which can be rented out during periods of absence. For example, during departures from Turkey to visit children and grandchildren.

Ready to Move to Live in Retirement in the Caribbean? Antigua and Barbuda is Waiting for You

A Caribbean paradise for pensioners called Antigua and Barbuda is known as a popular holiday destination, attracting numerous celebrities, successful businessmen and wealthy retirees. It is a perfect destination for those who want to retire outside the US.

The influx of wealthy tourists, including wealthy pensioners from the US, Canada and the UK, is driving up prices for Antigua and Barbuda resort real estate, for investment in which you can get a passport of this country. Moreover, you can invest only in real estate, which was previously approved by the local government.

Having received citizenship for Antigua and Barbuda real estate, the golden-ager can live in an indescribably beautiful tropical paradise year-round . It opens up wide opportunities for obtaining fiscal residency in a Caribbean country. Moreover, pensioners who are Antiguan tax residents may not pay personal income tax.

Vanuatu — Tropical Paradise for Tax-Free Retirement Life

Located in the South Pacific, Vanuatu is the best choice for tax-free retirement and a real paradise for pensioners. The biggest issue for any resident of the island state, including local and foreign citizens of retirement age, is probably natural disasters. On the other hand, a wealthy international retiree can easily and quickly obtain citizenship of Vanuatu by investment to visit the new homeland from time to time. Obtaining a passport of this country requires an investment in the island nation.

The United Arab Emirates Offer Pensioners the Income Tax and VAT Absence

If you are a golden-ager and looking for the option of retirement in another country, pay attention to the UAE. In this country, there is no income tax for individuals or corporate tax. So the United Arab Emirates remains a great place for those who want to retire to another country in the best possible way, minimizing fiscal payments.

The UAE economy is one of the most stable in the world. Needless to say, this wealthy country has a lot to offer, attracting expats and pensioners from all over the world. But keep in mind that every year the United Arab Emirates is visited by numerous tourists, so the local resorts are very crowded.

A foreign retired person can relatively easily obtain an investor visa and a tax residence certificate in the United Arab Emirates by investing in the economy of this country. You can also get a residence permit quite easily by listing a foreign company in one of the free trade zones.

Where Is It Better to Live in Retirement by Buying Property in 2022?

There are many sunshine-drenched countries seeking to attract foreign retirees with high purchasing power through tax breaks and simplified residency schemes when investing in the real estate market of a potential new home. Before choosing the exact place, you should collect information and take into account all the pros and cons of the countries. Sometimes it can be very difficult to collect relevant information, so it is important to use reliable sources such as Global Citi-Zen. Visit a website to learn more about the best destinations for retirees.

10 Possible Contentions from NIGERIA as a Nodal Point in Peter Obi’s Speech at CHATHAM HOUSE

By
Mutiu Iyanda
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Similar to how Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate for Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election, was interpellated by Chatham House in 2022, Mr Peter Obi of the Labour Party was similarly drawn to the House on January 16, 2023. The two used the podium in the House to deliver speeches outlining their plans for governing Nigeria.

Our analyst has previously stated that Chatham House’s podium interpellates Nigerian presidential candidates every election year. Interpellate/interpellation is an ideology attributed to the work of French philosopher Louis Althusser that explains how ideas get into our heads and have an effect on our lives, so much so that we believe cultural ideas are our own. As a result, rather than political parties and candidates participating in national debates from their own podiums, foreign think tanks and their podiums are prioritized. Our analyst observes that foreign political debates or symposia are becoming more common in the country’s election campaign discourse.

In the current piece, our analyst looks explicitly at how Mr Peter Obi used “Nigeria” as an object of his good leadership and governance discourses. Our analyst found that Mr Peter Obi portrayed “Nigeria” as an object needing significant improvement in every facet of her life. He contends that development is dependent on strategic and purposeful public sector leadership.

Following Mr Peter Obi’s lines of argument, our analyst observes that he used “Nigeria” as a nodal point for establishing his numerous arguments about the elusive nature of good leadership and governance. However, because they are still up for debate by other candidates, the elements he used to represent leadership and governance status during his presentation at the House, such as globalization, performance, the global platform, poverty, and governance, remain floating pointers to the constructed status.

Exhibit 1: Frequency of 10 dominant words in his speech

Source: Peter Obi, 2023; Infoprations Analysis, 2023

Nigeria as a Nodal Point

  1. …engagement with Nation building in Nigeria. In providing this global platform to interrogate the vision of those seeking to lead Nigeria, at this time when clear existential threats as I will discuss shortly are pervasive across our dear country, this Chatham House event challenges us to new thinking.

According to this excerpt, Mr Peter Obi appreciated the House’s effort in making its podium available to presidential candidates and challenging their vision. Mr Peter Obi believes that the House is a global platform where critical threats to the country’s survival can be discussed because the podium allows for strategic thinking.

  1. …political fraud that has rendered Nigeria a failing state with a worsening leadership crisis.

With this submission, Nigeria has been governed for many years by people who came to power through deception. According to our analyst, this could be related to a variety of irregularities in the electoral and legal systems, as well as illegal activities by some security agencies that aided and abetted politicians during election periods. However, the claim that it has rendered the country a failing state may be challenged by other candidates, citizens, and other interested non-political organizations because the term “failing” cannot have a fixed meaning, as Mr Peter Obi presented to his House audience.

  1. …and the diminished opportunities in Nigeria in an age of globalization.

According to Mr Peter Obi, Nigeria has missed out on various socioeconomic opportunities in the age of globalization due to poor national leadership. While he was able to establish that Nigeria must capture emerging opportunities around the world through good leadership and governance approaches, his claim that the country’s ability to capture opportunities is diminishing in the age of globalization could be contested. Our analyst observes that many Nigerians and organizations have reaped benefits from international trade and business.

  1. How did we (Nigeria) plunge into such economic decline…

Mr Peter Obi emphasized the role of bad leadership in the country’s economic misfortune once more in this extract. ‘Such economic decline,’ like the previous knots, could be challenged. Another candidate or individual could question the Labour Party candidate’s interpretation of the dwindling economy, asking which aspect of the economy has truly plunged a large number of citizens into multidimensional poverty.

  1. India is about 16%, that of Nigeria is about 63% with about 133 million Nigerians…

This extract was taken from a rhetorical context Mr Peter Obi provided, which questions the failure of previous administrations to create an environment that would prevent identified poor citizens from being placed above Indians, who are also experiencing multidimensional poverty. Again, Mr Peter Obi would have some individuals and groups who would concur with his assertion that Nigerians’ poverty is a result of poor governance and leadership.

  1. What Nigeria needs is a Great Escape…

As a result, good leadership and governance are required elements for the poor to escape their current multidimensional poverty. However, viewing the elements as ‘Great Escapes’ may be contested on the grounds that if followers do not take advantage of the opportunities provided by good leadership and governance, they may not be able to escape poverty.

  1. as Governor of Anambra State, Nigeria and led to our much-commended performance…

True, he has served as a governor. Nobody can deny this. However,’much-commended performance’ may be contested because performance cannot have a fixed meaning, as he presented it using ‘much’.

  1. to serve in a New Nigeria! The answer lies in an understanding of Leadership, Institutions and Demographics.

He also believes that his previous leadership style as a governor is exactly what Nigeria requires to become a ‘New’ country. As a result, his leadership style could make a difference. His previous leadership style, like his performance, could be contested, and he is likely to struggle to defend it, especially if he is given the opportunity to participate in a political debate with other candidates.

  1. at the global scene that Nigeria is blessed with some of the most entrepreneurial youths in the world, in science, in business, in art and entertainment…
  2. Nigeria today is at a critical juncture…

Both extracts 9 and 10 highlight the fact that Nigeria is at a point where she must seize opportunities using her human resources while continuing to explore her natural resources. If other candidates in the opposition parties agree that Nigeria is in a critical stage and that the failure of the country is due to issues with leadership and governance, he is unlikely to face harsh criticism from them. However, members of the ruling party and their supporters are likely to contest the knot with him on the grounds that their party has performed well over the past seven years.

Algorand (ALGO) and Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) set to Outperform Bitcoin (BTC) in 2023

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TI Partners
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Algorand (ALGO) started this year with a blast as the network reached over one billion transactions, indicating widespread adoption of the token among cryptocurrency investors. Orbeon Protocol (ORBN), still in the third stage of its pre-sale, managed to skyrocket over 987%, and now analysts are predicting it will skyrocket by as much as 6,000% in 2023. Continue reading to find out why.

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Algorand (ALGO) Reaches 1 Billion Transactions Without Downtime – Best Buy for 2023?

Algorand (ALGO) achieved the one billion transaction milestone mainly because it onboarded several interesting decentralized projects last year, including Dequency, a music licensing marketplace that might shape the future of the music industry in a decentralized manner.

Additionally, Algorand (ALGO) was chosen to be the blockchain protocol to support a digital guarantee platform in Italy. Algorand will be deployed in early 2023, and it will be the first time an EU member state enables the use of blockchain technology for bank and insurance guarantees.

On the 3rd of January, Algorand announced that Dequency integrated with payment provider Stripe to allow musicians to sell their licenses via crypto, card, or both. Algorand (ALGO) also saw an increase in development activity and a surge in money inflow, according to the Money Flow Index (MFI). Given these strong fundamentals, Algorand (ALGO) might heavily increase from its current $0.18 a token price point this year, meaning Algorand (ALGO) could possibly outperform Bitcoin (BTC).

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Will Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) be the Crowdfunding and Venture Capital Markets Gamechanger in 2023?

Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) is a new cryptocurrency project that currently still is in the third stage of its pre-sale. However, during the first two stages of its pre-sale it already managed to increase by over 987% in price. But what exactly is Orbeon Protocol (ORBN)? Allow us to explain.

Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) plans to disrupt the crowdfunding and venture capital markets through the revolutionary use of fractionalized and equity-backed NFTs. This will allow retail traders to invest in promising start-ups from as little as $1 and reap the rewards of doing so. For the start-ups involved, Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) will significantly reduce fundraising costs.

Imagine a start-up that wants to raise $100k from the public. Typically, it would have to reach out to specialized venture capital firms or make use of traditional crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter. With Orbeon Protocol (ORBN), it simply mints 10,000 equity-backed NFTs, each representing a $10 stake in the funding.

Users of the Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) ecosystem can then buy, sell, and stake these NFTs from their non-custodial Orbeon Wallets and trade them on the decentralized Orbeon Exchange. Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) will use a so-called Fill-or-Kill mechanism that ensures all investors will be refunded if a start-up fails to meet its funding goal within a pre-agreed-upon timeframe. This takes the guesswork out of the equation and ensures investors only invest in promising start-ups that receive sufficient backing.

The total supply of Orbeon Protocol (ORBN) tokens is set at 888,000,000, and only 40% of these are available to the public via the pre-sale of the project. The developer’s tokens and the liquidity pool are locked for one and ten years, respectively, by smart contracts that are fully audited by Solid Proof.

This ensures investors that no rug pull will take place and that they can rest assured their funds are safely invested in Orbeon Protocol (ORBN). As of writing, already 71 million tokens have been sold, and investors can still partake in the pre-sale at a price of $0.0435 per token.

 

Find Out More About The Orbeon Protocol Presale

Website: https://orbeonprotocol.com/

Presale: https://presale.orbeonprotocol.com/register

Telegram: https://t.me/OrbeonProtocol

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