The Marshall Islands just launched a world-first program. They're giving all citizens a universal basic income. But there's a twist: the payments are made in cryptocurrency. It's a bold experiment in digital finance and social support. The scheme aims to boost economic resilience on the islands. This move places them at the forefront of financial innovation.
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Stanford Medicine created a wireless eye implant for severe macular degeneration. The tiny PRIMA chip pairs with special smart glasses. It uses infrared light to take over for damaged photoreceptors. Most people in the trial regained useful vision for reading and signs. Researchers are now building sharper versions. They aim to one day restore near-normal sight.
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