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Malaysia boosts tax on sugary beverages

September 15, 2024 Abhijeet0Tagged consumer awareness, diabetes prevention, excise tax, fiscal policy, food and beverage industry, health education, health ministry, health policy, healthcare funding, healthier food options, Malaysia, National Health Fund, non-communicable diseases, nutrition, obesity crisis, public health, sugar consumption reduction, sugar tax, sugar-sweetened beverages, sugary beverages, tax incentives

Malaysia has recently announced an increase in taxes on sugary beverages, a move aimed at combating rising health issues such as obesity and diabetes. The sugar tax, initially implemented in July 2019, has seen significant developments, with plans to expand its scope to include premixed drinks starting March 1, 2024. This expansion reflects a growing […]

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Powering Bitcoin with Green Energy: The Future of Sustainable Cryptocurrency

July 28, 2024July 28, 2024 Abhijeet0Tagged Argo Blockchain, Bitgreen, BTC, carbon footprint, Chia, consumer awareness, Crypto Climate Accord, digital economy sustainability, energy efficiency, environmental impact, Ethereum, green bitcoin, proof-of-stake, regulatory frameworks, renewable energy mining, stranded energy utilization, sustainable cryptocurrency

The concept of “green Bitcoin” has gained traction as concerns over the environmental impact of cryptocurrency mining have intensified. Traditional Bitcoin mining, which relies on the energy-intensive proof-of-work (PoW) mechanism, has been criticized for its significant carbon footprint and high energy consumption. In contrast, green Bitcoin initiatives aim to reduce this impact by utilizing renewable […]

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