WAO ART #284

The European Union has approved legislation that requires smart contracts to have a "protection switch" that can terminate the contract. This goes against the decentralized nature of blockchain technology. Legal experts argue that the definition of a smart contract in the legislation is too broad.

Gold Rush Global Group Pty Ltd, a prominent player in the financial services sector, is showcasing its leadership by offering comprehensive financial services with a focus on cryptocurrency trading. The company excels in providing a wide range of offerings, including traditional instruments.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has implemented new regulations to protect retail investors from speculative risks in cryptocurrency trading. The guidelines include assessing customers' risk awareness, discouraging incentives for trading, imposing restrictions on financing and leveraged.

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced its plans to list the Blur (BLUR) token, which has recently experienced a significant increase in value. Trading pairs for BLUR will be introduced on November 24, and users can already deposit BLUR into their Binance accounts.

Nigerian students can now apply for fully funded Erasmus+ postgraduate scholarships for 2024. The program offers the opportunity to pursue Master's and PhD degrees in various European countries. The Erasmus+ Program will also include teaching and non-teaching staff members from higher education.

Mercedes-Benz has launched its first high-performance electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in the U.S. The hub, located at the Mercedes-Benz USA headquarters in Georgia, is the first step in the company's plan to establish over 400 charging stations across North America by the end of the decade.

Daniel Noboa, aged 35, has been sworn in as Ecuador's new president, taking over from Guillermo Lasso. Noboa will serve for 18 months to complete Lasso's unfinished term. During his inauguration ceremony, Noboa emphasized the need to avoid polarization and work towards the well-being of the country.