Uganda and eight other countries will join BRICS as partners from January 2025. They will participate in the alliance but won't have the same rights as full members, like voting power. This move includes nations like Belarus, Bolivia, and Indonesia, highlighting an expanded diplomatic engagement by BRICS countries.
Belarus is attracting more crypto miners and investors interested in its mining opportunities.
Belarus incentivizes cryptocurrency mining by offering favorable electricity tariffs from its nuclear power plant, boosting mining interest and economic growth.
Malware called "Clipper" has targeted over 28,000 users in Russia and CIS countries, stealing around $6,000 in cryptocurrency. The malware replaces wallet addresses, posing a risk to active crypto users. Experts advise caution when downloading software from unverified sources.
Over 28,000 users have been affected by the 'Clipper' malware, which steals cryptocurrency by replacing wallet addresses. Predominantly impacting users in Russia and nearby countries, it spreads through fake GitHub pages and YouTube links. Cybercriminals have stolen approximately $6,000. The rise in victims is concerning.
Police in Russia and Belarus have made 60 arrests in a raid on a crypto exchange they claim was a front for a money-laundering gang.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko claims that the global reliance on the US dollar and euro is diminishing amid recent financial tensions, with countries worldwide reassessing their monetary strategies.
