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  • Nutritional Intake in India: NSO survey reveals patterns in calorie, protein and fat consumption

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released its latest report, Nutritional Intake in India, presenting detailed insights into the daily intake of calories, protein and fat among the Indian population based on back-to-back Household Consumption Expenditure Surveys (HCES) conducted from August 2022 to July 2024.

    The surveys, covering two consecutive periods — August 2022–July 2023 and August 2023–July 2024 — collected comprehensive data on household food consumption across states, sectors, and expenditure classes. These findings continue the NSO’s long-standing practice of publishing periodic reports on nutritional intake, with previous editions released for the NSS’s 50th, 55th, 61st, 66th, and 68th rounds.

    Stable Average Nutrient Intake Across Rural and Urban India

    The report shows a broadly stable pattern in average daily per capita and per consumer unit intake of calories, protein and fat in both rural and urban areas over the two survey years.

    In rural India, the average daily per capita calorie intake stood at 2,233 kilocalories (Kcal) in 2022–23, slightly decreasing to 2,212 Kcal in 2023–24. Urban India recorded a marginal decline from 2,250 Kcal to 2,240 Kcal over the same period.

    The average daily protein intake per capita remained stable at around 62 grams in rural areas and 63 grams in urban centres. Fat intake was estimated at about 60 grams per day in rural India and nearly 70 grams in urban India during both survey periods.

    Calorie Intake Varies With Household Well-Being

    A key finding is the clear correlation between calorie intake and household expenditure levels. As Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) increases, so does average calorie intake.

    In 2023–24, the average daily per capita calorie intake for the lowest fractile class (bottom 5% of the population ranked by expenditure) was 1,688 Kcal in rural India and 1,696 Kcal in urban India. By comparison, households in the top 5% expenditure class recorded an average daily per capita calorie intake of 2,941 Kcal in rural areas and 3,092 Kcal in urban areas.

    The gap between the lowest and highest fractile classes has narrowed slightly compared to 2022–23, indicating some improvement in the calorie intake of the lower expenditure groups.

    Trends Over Time

    Long-term trends show a modest rise in average daily per capita calorie and protein intake since 2009–10. Over this period, rural and urban households have seen gradual improvements in nutritional intake, suggesting a slow but steady enhancement in food consumption patterns.

    Shift in Sources of Protein

    An analysis of protein sources reveals significant dietary shifts. Cereals continue to be the primary source of protein, accounting for nearly 46–47% of protein intake in rural areas and about 39% in urban regions.

    However, the share of cereals has declined sharply over the past decade — by about 14% in rural India and nearly 12% in urban India. This reduction has been offset by an increase in the share of protein derived from eggs, fish, meat, other food items and, to a lesser extent, milk and milk products.

    Adjusted vs. Unadjusted Nutrient Intake

    The report also provides estimates of adjusted nutrient intake, which excludes meals served to non-household members and other such factors, to better reflect true household consumption.

    Adjusted figures are slightly lower than unadjusted figures. For instance, the adjusted average daily per capita calorie intake in rural India for 2023–24 was 2,191 Kcal, compared to 2,212 Kcal in the unadjusted estimate.

    Key Takeaway

    The Nutritional Intake in India report underscores both progress and persistent disparities in food consumption across income groups and regions. While overall intake levels have improved marginally over time, significant gaps remain between different segments of the population, pointing to the continued importance of targeted nutrition and food security interventions.

  • MIL-OSI Banking: Foreign Exchange and Liquidity and Monthly Balance Sheet, June 2025

    Source: Danmarks Nationalbank

    THE FOREIGN-EXCHANGE RESERVE

    In June 2025, the foreign-exchange reserve increased by kr. 5.5 billion to kr. 666.4 billion. The increase reflects Danmarks Nationalbank’s net purchase of foreign exchange for kr. 4.6 billion, and the central government’s net borrowing of foreign debt for kr. 0.8 billion, cf. table 1.

    For settlement in June, Danmarks Nationalbank has not intervened in the foreign exchange market.

    Danmarks Nationalbank’s net foreign-exchange purchases and the change in the foreign-exchange reserve – table 1

    Kr. billion June 2025 January – June 2025
    Danmarks Nationalbank’s interventions* to purchase foreign exchange, net 0.0 0.0
    Other** 4.6 10.3
    Danmarks Nationalbank’s net foreign-exchange purchases 4.6 10.3
    The central government’s net foreign borrowing*** 0.8 1.7
    Change in the foreign-exchange reserve 5.5 12.0

    Note: Details may not add because of rounding and previously published figure may have been revised. All transactions as per settlement date.

    * Intervention takes place when Danmarks Nationalbank purchases and sells foreign exchange for Danish kroner in the foreign-exchange market in order to stabilise the exchange rate.

    ** Comprises e.g. interest accrued on the foreign-exchange reserve, the central government’s net payments in foreign exchange, and changes in the banks’ deposits in euro-denominated accounts at Danmarks Nationalbank.

    *** Including net payments to the central government in foreign exchange as a result of currency swaps.

    DEVELOPMENT IN LIQUIDITY

    In June, the central government’s net financing requirement amounted to kr. -10.2 billion. Since the turn of the year, the central government’s net financing requirement has been kr. -61.0 billion, cf. table 2.

    The net position of the banks and mortgage-credit institutes vis-à-vis Danmarks Nationalbank decreased by kr. 3.9 billion in June, to an outstanding amount of kr. 211.1 billion. In June, the central government’s liquidity impact decreased the net position by kr. 9.6 billion.

    Impact of various factors on the net position of the banks and mortgage-credit institutes via-a-vis Danmarks Nationalbank – table 2

    Kr. billion June 2025 January – June 2025
    The central government’s net financing -10.2 -61.0
    Redemption on domestic central-government debt* 2.3 32.6
    Net bond purchases by the government funds and own portfolio and financing of social housing, private care housing and KommuneKredit 1.0 -1.7
    Other** 0.2 1.5
    The central government’s gross domestic financing requirement -6.7 -28.7
    The central government’s gross domestic borrowing*** 2.9 33.3
    The central government’s liquidity impact -9.6 -62.0
    Danmarks Nationalbank’s net foreign-exchange purchases 4.6 10.3
    Danmarks Nationalbank’s net bond purchases 0.6 -0.2
    Other factors**** 0.5 2.7
    Change in net position -3.9 -49.3

    Note: Details may not add because of rounding and previously published figure may have been revised. All transactions as per settlement date.

    * Including krone-denominated payments by the central government in currency swaps.

    ** Comprises foreign net financing requirement and changes in net collateral for the government’s swap portfolio.

    *** Gross long-term borrowing, net short-term borrowing and krone-denominated payments to the central government in currency swaps.

    **** Comprises e.g. changes in banknotes and coins in circulation.

    DANMARKS NATIONALBANK’S INTEREST RATES

    Since 6 June 2025 the discount rate has been 1.6 pct. p.a., since 6 June 2025 the current-account interest rate has been 1.6 pct. p.a., since 6 June 2025 the lending rate has been 1.75 pct. p.a. and since 6 June 2025 the rate of interest on certificates of deposit has been 1.6 pct. p.a.

    Enquiries can be directed to press advisor Teis Hald Jensen on tel. +45 3363 6066.

    BALANCE SHEET OF DANMARKS NATIONALBANK 30 JUNE 2025

    Assets 2025 2025
    1000 kr. 30/06 31/05
    Stock of gold 40,309,044 40,309,044
    Foreign assets 575,849,906 566,881,908
    Claims on the International Monetary Fund 59,210,661 59,637,170
    Claims related to banks’ and mortgage credit institutes’ TARGET accounts in ECB 31,934 22,525
    Monetary-policy lending 16,400,000 30,000,000
    Other lending 1,300,454 994,843
    – Banks’1) 1,300,454 994,843
    – Miscellaneous loans – –
    Domestic bonds 33,576,456 32,964,923
    Financial fixed assets, etc. 131,550 131,550
    Tangible and intangible fixed assets 785,476 784,982
    Other assets 4,724,202 4,824,247
    732,319,683 736,551,192

    1) Other lending to banks include loans for cash deposits.

    Liabilities 2025 2025
    1000 kr. 30/06 31/05
    Banknotes 46,398,984 46,638,763
    Coins 6,116,859 6,082,989
    Monetary-policy deposits 227,520,659 244,974,905
    – Current accounts 227,520,659 244,974,905
    – Certificates of deposit – –
    Other deposits 15,128,693 15,143,360
    – Deposits related to banks’ and mortgage credit institutes’ TARGET accounts in ECB 31,934 22,525
    – Other deposits from banks’ and mortgage credit institutes’ 583,214 871,172
    – Miscellaneous deposits 14,513,545 14,249,663
    Central government 275,439,377 265,043,218
    Foreign liabilities 8,973,271 5,898,251
    Counterpart of Special Drawing Rights allocated by the IMF (SDR) 45,039,776 45,039,776
    Other liabilities 6,863,139 6,891,005
    Capital and reserves 100,838,925 100,838,925
    732,319,683 736,551,192

    Note: The monthly balance sheet is calculated at beginning of year values +/- accumulated transaction values. The monthly balance does not include value adjustments and accruals, as these are only calculated at year-end, cf. Danmarks Nationalbank’s accounting principles.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russia supports China in matters of protecting unity and territorial integrity — Russian Foreign Ministry

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Moscow, July 2 /Xinhua/ — Russia supports China in protecting its unity and territorial integrity, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said at a briefing on Wednesday, answering a question from a Xinhua correspondent about the 14th Dalai Lama’s attempts to split China and undermine stability in the Xizang Autonomous Region.

    A Xinhua reporter asked at a briefing: “The 14th Dalai Lama announced his intention to deliver a speech on the issue of reincarnation on his birthday /July 6/. The Chinese side has consistently believed that the 14th Dalai Lama is a political exile who is engaged in anti-China separatist activities under the religious flag and has no right to represent the Xizang people. How does the Russian side feel about the Dalai Lama’s attempt to split China and undermine the stability of Xizang using “reincarnation”? Does Russia support China’s sovereign position on Xizang issues?”

    “I would still concentrate not so much on the personality of the Dalai Lama, but on our fundamental approach, which concerns unity and territorial integrity – this is the fundamental principle in Russian-Chinese relations,” noted the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry.

    M. Zakharova emphasized that Moscow and Beijing provide each other with support in protecting the aforementioned principles, which is recorded in the basic interstate documents, including the Treaty on Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation of July 16, 2001. “Our countries do not allow any activity on their territory that could harm each other’s sovereignty and security,” she said, noting that the corresponding mutual understanding was once again confirmed in the joint statement of Russia and China, adopted following the talks between the leaders of the two countries on May 8 in Moscow.

    As the official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry added, it is precisely this approach that is the key to the sustainable development of the Russian-Chinese comprehensive partnership and strategic interaction in the long term. “This fully meets the fundamental interests of the peoples of our countries in all their regional and ethnic diversity,” concluded M. Zakharova. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Russia hopes that all issues in relations with Azerbaijan can be clarified in direct dialogue – press secretary of the Russian president

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    Moscow, July 2 /Xinhua/ — The Kremlin hopes that all issues in relations with Azerbaijan can be clarified in direct dialogue, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said at a briefing on Wednesday.

    He recalled that the head of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation Alexander Bastrykin is in contact with the Prosecutor General of Azerbaijan Kamran Aliyev. “And within the framework of this dialogue, we hope, all the nuances will be clarified,” added D. Peskov.

    According to him, Kyiv will do everything to provoke Baku into emotional actions against Russia. This is how he commented on the statement of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky about the telephone conversation he had the day before with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, in which V. Zelensky expressed support for Baku in conditions when Russia allegedly threatens Azerbaijan.

    “Russia has never threatened and does not threaten Azerbaijan,” D. Peskov emphasized.

    The official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, called on Azerbaijan to take measures to return bilateral relations to the level of strategic alliance.

    “We, of course, call on the Azerbaijani side to take measures to return to the level of interstate relations that is formulated in official documents. Let me remind you that this is the level of strategic alliance,” she said during the briefing.

    As M. Zakharova noted, issues arising in relations between the two countries must be resolved in a partnership manner through political and diplomatic channels.

    The press service of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation for the Sverdlovsk Region reported earlier that law enforcement agencies stopped the activities of an ethnic group on June 27. According to the investigation, the defendants were involved in a number of murders and attempted murders committed in Yekaterinburg. Six defendants have been remanded in custody. According to preliminary data, one of the defendants died of heart failure. The cause of death of the second person is being established. Their bodies were transported from Yekaterinburg to Baku. After a forensic examination, they were buried in Azerbaijan.

    Baku expressed protest against the actions of Russian law enforcement officers. At the initiative of the Azerbaijani side, cultural and some other events with the Russian Federation were cancelled. In the capital of Azerbaijan, Russian journalists Igor Kartavykh and Yevgeny Belousov, as well as 8 other Russian citizens, were detained and arrested for 4 months.

    The Azerbaijani Ambassador to Moscow was presented with a verbal note demanding the immediate release of Russian journalists detained in Baku, and a protest was also lodged in connection with the latest unfriendly actions of the Azerbaijani side and its deliberate steps to dismantle bilateral relations.

    According to D. Peskov, such measures against media representatives do not correspond to generally accepted norms, as well as the spirit and nature of Russian-Azerbaijani relations. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Kazakhstan to Ban Cash Purchases of Newly Built Housing

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    ALMATY, July 2 (Xinhua) — The National Bank of Kazakhstan will amend some regulations on payments and money transfers, according to which it will be prohibited to buy housing in new buildings for cash, the Kazinform news agency reported on Wednesday.

    The amendments stipulate that all payments under equity participation agreements (EPAs) must be made in non-cash form, including by depositing cash into the bank account of an authorized construction company through banks.

    These requirements will apply only to transactions on the primary market /purchase of a share in an apartment building or complex of individual residential buildings under construction/ and are aimed at protecting the rights of equity holders from risks associated with unregistered DDUs. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: The 12th meeting of SCO transport ministers was held in Tianjin

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    TIANJIN, July 2 (Xinhua) — The 12th meeting of transport ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states was held in north China’s Tianjin Municipality on Wednesday. During the event, transport ministers agreed to strengthen regional connectivity.

    During the meeting, a memorandum of understanding between the transport departments of the SCO member states on the joint construction of “Silk Road stations” was approved and signed.

    Chinese Transport Minister Liu Wei noted that the “Silk Road stations,” which will be jointly built at China’s suggestion, will provide drivers carrying out international transportation in the SCO regions with all the necessary services, including parking, rest areas and hot water supply.

    The initiative will help address the growing shortage of rest stops, supply and repair points on highways, which increases the risk of tired driving and reduces the efficiency of cross-border passenger and freight transport, despite the rapid growth in their numbers.

    The meeting was attended by heads of transport departments from Pakistan, Mongolia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The participants also discussed in detail such aspects of cooperation in the transport sector as promoting high-quality development of China-Europe railway transportation and the introduction of electronic licenses for international road transportation. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Policy announcement of Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    ​The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government today (July 2) announced the policy direction of Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles (the Southbound Travel Scheme).

    The Southbound Travel Scheme is an important measure to promote the facilitation of the flow of people and vehicles between Hong Kong and the Mainland as well as the transport and logistics development through the study and formulation of transport policies between Hong Kong, Macao and the Mainland, thereby duly implementing the Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as well as the requirements of relevant documents of the Central Government. With the agreement of Guangdong and the strong support of the Central Government, Guangdong and Hong Kong have been discussing and taking forward the policy through the task force for collaboration on Guangdong-Hong Kong transportation, and reached a consensus on expediting the implementation of the policy of the Southbound Travel Scheme. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Louisiana felon sentenced to federal prison for Shelby County firearms violation

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    BEAUMONT, Texas –A Bourg, Louisiana man has been sentenced for illegally possessing a firearm in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

    Brad Michael Broussard, 44, pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison by U.S. District Judge Marcia A. Crone on July 1, 2025.

    According to information presented in court, on January 1, 2024, Broussard was stopped by law enforcement in Shelby County after he struck several construction barrels while traveling down the highway.  The smell of marijuana was evident during the traffic stop prompting a search of the vehicle.  A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of four firearms, including a pistol equipped with a homemade silencer.  Broussard was also in possession of hallucinogenic mushrooms, marijuana, numerous prescription pills, a methamphetamine pipe, and assorted other drug paraphernalia.  

    Further investigation revealed Broussard has five felony convictions, all for burglary.  Federal law prohibits convicted felons from owning or possessing firearms or ammunition.

    This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).

    This case was investigated by the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Donald S. Carter.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: West Tennessee Gang Member Sentenced for Possession of a Machinegun

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    Jackson, TN – A federal judge has sentenced Mekevin Woods, 23, of Bolivar, Tennessee, to 38 months in federal prison for possessing a machinegun conversion device, also known as a “switch.” Interim U.S. Attorney Joseph C. Murphy, Jr. announced the sentence today.

    According to evidence presented in court, on December 23, 2023, an officer with the Bolivar Police Department (BPD) attempted a traffic stop of a gray 2022 Infiniti Q60.  When the driver refused to stop, he led the BPD officer on a high-speed pursuit reaching speeds of 80 miles per hour in a 25 mile per hour zone. Finally, Woods, the driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, traveled into oncoming traffic, jumped from the vehicle, and fled on foot. While fleeing, the officer observed Woods with a firearm in his right hand.

    Officers with the Bolivar Police Department ultimately arrested Woods with the assistance of a K-9 unit and located a Glock handgun loaded with 32 rounds in an extended magazine with a machinegun conversion device attached to the firearm. Officers also determined the vehicle was stolen out of Memphis. Woods was identified as a member of the TMO 45 gang, a hybrid street gang comprised of both adult and juvenile members, that is involved in firearms and narcotics trafficking and is responsible for several shooting incidents in the Fayette and Hardeman County area.

    The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Jackson Resident Agency; and the Bolivar Police Department.

    Assistant United States Attorney Christie Hopper prosecuted this case on behalf of the government.

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    For more information, please contact the Media Relations Team at USATNW.Media@usdoj.gov. Follow the U.S. Attorney’s Office on Facebook or on X at @WDTNNews for office news and updates.

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  • MIL-OSI: BNP Paribas Primary New Issues: Paprec No STAB Notice

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    2nd July 2025

    Not for distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into the United States or any jurisdiction in which such distribution would be unlawful.

    PAPREEC HOLDING 

    Post-stabilisation Period Announcement

    NO STABILISATION CARRIED OUT

    [Further to the pre-stabilisation period announcement dated 1 July 2025 BNP Paribas (contact: Stanford Hartman telephone: 0207 595 8222) hereby gives notice that no stabilisation (within the meaning of Article 3.2(d) of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU/596/2014)) was undertaken by the Stabilisation Manager(s) named below in relation to the offer of the following securities.

    Securities

    Issuer: PAPREC HOLDING
    Guarantor(s) (if any): [insert name(s)]
    Aggregate nominal amount: EUR  550M 4.125% due 15 July 2030
    EUR 300m  4.5%  due 15 July 032 
    Description:
    Offer price: 100  /100

    Stabilisation Manager(s)

    Name(s): Glo co:   BNPP / Cacib
    Bknr:      Natixis / SG 

    This announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute an invitation or offer to underwrite, subscribe for or otherwise acquire or dispose of any securities of the Issuer in any jurisdiction.

    This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale into the United States. The securities referred to above have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration. There has not been and will not be a public offer of the securities in the United States.

    This announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute an invitation or offer to underwrite, subscribe for or otherwise acquire or dispose of any securities of the Issuer in any jurisdiction.

    This announcement is not an offer of securities for sale into the United States. The securities referred to above have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an exemption from registration. There has not been and will not be a public offer of the securities in the United States.

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  • MIL-Evening Report: Uganda’s ride-hailing motorbike service promised safety – but drivers are under pressure to speed

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Rich Mallett, Research Associate and Independent Researcher, ODI Global

    Motorcycle-taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to get around Uganda’s congested capital, Kampala. But they are also the most dangerous. Though they account for one-third of public transport trips taking place within the city, police reports suggest motorcycles were involved in 80% of all road-crash deaths registered in Kampala in 2023.

    Promising to solve the safety problem while also improving the livelihoods of moto-taxi workers, digital ride-hail platforms emerged a decade ago on the city’s streets. It is no coincidence that Uganda’s ride-hailing pioneer and long-time market leader goes by the name of SafeBoda.

    Conceived in 2014 as a “market-based approach to road safety”, the idea is to give riders a financial incentive to drive safely by making digital moto-taxi work pay better. SafeBoda claimed at the time that motorcyclists who signed up with it would increase their incomes by up to 50% relative to the traditional mode of operation, in which riders park at strategic locations called “stages” and wait for passengers.

    In the years since, the efforts of SafeBoda and its ride-hail competitors to bring safety to the sector have largely been deemed a success. One study carried out in 2017 found that digital riders were more likely to wear a helmet and less likely to drive towards oncoming traffic. Early press coverage was particularly glowing, while recent academic studies continue to cite the Kampala case as evidence that ride-hailing platforms may hold the key to making African moto-taxi sectors a safer place to work and travel.



    Read more:
    Ride-hailing in Lagos: algorithmic impacts and driver resistance

    Is it all as clear-cut as this? In a new paper based on PhD research, I suggest not. Because at its core the ride-hail model – in which riders are classified as independent contractors who do poorly paid “gig work” rather than as wage-earning employees – undermines its own safety ambitions.

    Speed traps

    In my study of Kampala’s vast moto-taxi industry – estimated to employ hundreds of thousands of people – I draw on 112 in-depth interviews and a survey of 370 moto-taxi riders to examine how livelihoods and working conditions have been affected by the arrival of the platforms.

    To date, there has been only limited critical engagement with how this change has played out over the past decade. I wanted to get beneath the big corporate claims and alluring platform promises to understand how riders themselves had experienced the digital “transformation” of their industry, several years after it first began.



    Read more:
    Kenya’s ride-hailing drivers say their jobs offer dignity despite the challenges

    One of the things I found was that, from a safety perspective, the ride-hail model represents a paradox. We can think of it as a kind of “speed trap”.

    On one hand, ride-hail platforms try to moderate moto-taxi speeds and behaviours through managerial techniques. They make helmet use compulsory. They put riders through road safety training before letting them out onto the streets. And they enforce a professional “code of conduct” for riders.

    In some cases, companies also deploy “field agents” to major road intersections around the city. Their task is to monitor the behaviour of riders in company uniform and, should they be spotted breaking the rules, discipline them.

    On the other hand, however, the underlying economic structure of digital ride-hailing pulls transport workers in the opposite direction by systematically depressing trip fares and rewarding speed.

    Under the “gig economy” model used by Uganda’s ride-hail platforms, the livelihood promise hangs not in the offer of a guaranteed wage but in the possibility of higher earnings. Crucially, it is a promise that only materialises if riders are able to reach and maintain a faster, harder work-rate throughout the day – completing enough jobs that pay “little money”, as one rider put it, to make the gig-work deal come good. Or, as summed up by another interviewee:

    We are like stakeholders, I can say that. No basic salary, just commission. So it depends on your speed.

    We already know from existing research that the gig economy places new pressures on transport workers to drive fast and take risky decisions. This is especially the case for workers on low, unsteady pay and without formal safety nets.

    And yet, it is precisely these factors that routinely lead to road traffic accidents. Extensive research from across east Africa has shown that motorcycle crashes are strongly associated with financial pressure and the practices that lead directly from this, such as speeding, working long hours and performing high-risk manoeuvres. All are driven by the need to break even each day in a hyper-competitive informal labour market, with riders compelled to go fast by the raw economics of their work.

    Deepening the pressure

    Ride-hail platforms may not be the reason these circumstances exist in the first place. But the point is that they do not mark a departure from them.

    If anything, my research suggests they may be making things worse. According to the survey data, riders working through the apps make on average 12% higher gross earnings each week relative to their analogue counterparts. This is because the online world gets them more jobs.

    But to stay connected to that world they must shoulder higher operating costs, for: mobile data (to remain logged on); fuel (to perform more trips); the use of helmets and uniforms (which remain company property); and commissions extracted by the platform companies (as much as 15%-20% per trip).

    As soon as these extras are factored in, the difference completely disappears. The digital rider works faster and harder – but for no extra reward.

    Rethinking approaches to safety reform

    Ride-hail platforms were welcomed onto the streets of Kampala as an exciting new solution to unsafe transport, boldly driven by technological innovation and “market-based” thinking.



    Read more:
    Uganda’s speedy motorbike taxis will slow down for cash – if incentives are cleverly designed

    But it is important to remember that these are private enterprises with a clear bottom line: to one day turn a profit. As recent reports and my own thesis show, efforts to reach that point often alienate and ultimately repel the workers on whom these platforms depend – and whose livelihoods and safety standards they claim to be transforming.

    A recent investment evaluation by one of SafeBoda’s first funders perhaps puts it best: it is time to reframe ride-hailing as a “risky vehicle” for safety reform in African cities, rather than a clear road to success.

    Rich received funding for this research from the UK’s Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

    – ref. Uganda’s ride-hailing motorbike service promised safety – but drivers are under pressure to speed – https://theconversation.com/ugandas-ride-hailing-motorbike-service-promised-safety-but-drivers-are-under-pressure-to-speed-259310

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Dan Goldman Introduces Amendment to GOP Budget Bill Restoring SNAP Administrative Cost-Sharing Split

    Source: US Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10)

    Senate Provision Increases New York State Administrative Cost Sharing from 50% to 75%, Decreases Federal Funding to 25% 

     

    Reconciliation Package Will Cost New York State $2.1 Billion Annually 

     

     Cost-Sharing Shift for SNAP Alone Will Cost State $225 Million Annually  

     

    1 in 7 New Yorkers Rely on SNAP to Put Food on the Table  

     

    Watch Goldman’s Rules Committee Testimony Here 

    Washington, D.C. — Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced an amendment to the GOP reconciliation bill to strike the provision that increases state responsibility for SNAP administrative costs from 50% to 75%, which would otherwise add an estimated $225 million in annual costs to New York State. This amendment would restore the current 50-50 SNAP cost-sharing split between state and federal funding. 

    “Shifting SNAP’s administrative burden onto the states is just a benefit cut by another name that, with other provisions in this bill, will jeopardize food benefits for 300,000 New York households,” Congressman Dan Goldman said. “Republicans are using voodoo economics and outright lies to deceive the American people as they hollow out essential programs that tens of millions of Americans depend on. I proudly stood up for the most vulnerable Americans by introducing this amendment to fight back against Republicans’ efforts to take food off the table for our children, gut our social safety net, explode the deficit, and mortgage our country’s future – our state won’t be left footing the bill.” 

    Congressman Goldman is committed to ensuring families have access to SNAP and other nutrition programs. 

    In April, Congressman Goldman introduced the “MEALS ACT” which would ensure working families who rely on Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) benefits to make ends meet can be reimbursed if their benefits are stolen via EBT card skimming and fraud. 
    In March, Congressman Goldman hosted a press conference to demand a comprehensive change to state and federal law to address the urgent issue of stolen EBT benefits. 
    In August 2024, the Congressman cosponsored the ‘SNAP Theft Protection Act,’ which aims to update the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to allow states to use existing SNAP funding to refund stolen benefits to victims of SNAP-related scams.    

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Dan Goldman Introduces Amendment to GOP Budget Barring ICE From Obstructing Congressional Oversight of Immigration Facilities

    Source: US Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10)

    Goldman and Numerous Other Congressmembers Have Been Illegally Denied Access to ICE Field Offices Used to House Immigrants in Inhumane Conditions 

    Administration’s Crackdown on Law-Abiding, Non-Violent Immigrants Has Led to Widespread Reports of Overcrowding, Inhumane Conditions at ICE Detention Facilities Nationwide 

    Watch Goldman’s Rules Committee Testimony Here 
    Read the Reconciliation Amendment Here 

    Washington, D.C. — Congressman Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced an amendment to the Republican reconciliation bill forbidding any of its funds from being used to prevent or impede Members of Congress from conducting their statutorily authorized oversight of immigration enforcement and detention facilities.  

    “Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill for Billionaires doesn’t just slash health care and food assistance programs by over a trillion dollars, it increases funding by tens of billions of dollars to expand and accelerate this administration’s authoritarian crackdown on law-abiding, non-violent immigrants”, Congressman Dan Goldman said. “It is Congress’ responsibility to ensure this money is used appropriately, and that requires us to do our constitutional and statutory oversight. This administration is not above the law, and I urge my colleagues to adopt this amendment reaffirming Congress’ constitutional authority as an independent and co-equal branch of government.”  

    Goldman’s amendment would ensure that none of the funding in the GOP’s reconciliation bill could be used to prevent congressional oversight of any location or facility related to civil enforcement of immigration law. The prohibition would include temporarily modifying locations before congressional visits or requiring members of Congress to provide prior notice before being allowed into the facility, as the administration has recently demanded in direct violation of Section 527(a) of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. 

    Congressman Goldman has made combating the Trump administration’s lawless immigration enforcement tactics a top priority since the start of Donald Trump’s second term. 

    Last week, Goldman and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Adriano Espaillat introduced the ‘No Secret Police Act,’ which would require law enforcement officers and agents of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) engaged in border security and civil immigration enforcement to clearly display identification and insignia when detaining or arresting individuals and to ban them from using home-made, non-tactical masks.    
    Last month, Goldman led 8 of his New York City House Democratic colleagues in sending an oversight letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem and Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons demanding ICE comply with Section 527(a) of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 and stop denying members of Congress access to facilities that ICE is using to house immigrants. 
    Days before, Goldman and Congressman Nadler hosted a press conference after observing court proceedings at 26 Federal Plaza and being denied access to the federal building’s 10th floor, where immigrants are being detained for days and sleeping on the floor and benches in inhumane conditions.  

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: The World Health Organization (WHO) actively responds to anthrax epidemic in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)


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    In mid-May, 57-year-old Pierre* was admitted to a health centre in the Lubero area after suffering from severe itching on his right hand, followed by pruritus and a swelling of his forearm. He was treated and, given the unusual symptoms, samples were collected and sent for analysis at the laboratory of the Institut National de Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) in Goma. 

    An alert was previously issued at the end of March 2025 following the death of dozens of buffalo and hippopotamuses in Virunga National Park in North Kivu. Samples taken on 29 March from a recently deceased hippopotamus and examined at the Goma veterinary laboratory revealed the presence of spores of the bacillus responsible for anthrax.

    Anthrax is a bacterial zoonosis (disease transmissible from animals to humans) that generally affects ruminants (cows, sheep and goats). Humans can become infected through contact with a sick animal or contaminated products (such as meat, blood, wool, hides and bones). All forms of human anthrax (cutaneous, gastrointestinal and respiratory) require hospitalization and medical treatment. 

    To ensure a multi-sectoral response to this concerning health situation, the national departments of health, environment, fisheries and livestock, with support from partners including the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, FAO and CDC Africa, have put the “One Health” approach into practice. The close collaboration between the human, animal and environmental health services is designed to protect lives in response to health emergencies. 

    A delegation from these departments and organisations visited the Binza and Rutshuru health zones from 25 to 28 May 2025 to strengthen surveillance and the response to outbreaks of suspected cases of anthrax in the Binza and Lubero health zones. 

    “One of the high-impact measures led by the national authorities with the support of partners was the development of the national multi-sector anthrax preparedness and response plan. Through this common approach to the response, we can ensure a comprehensive response, from prevention activities to the clinical management of patients. We are confident that this health threat will soon be over,” said Dr Aline Katerekwa Ntamushigo, Medical Supervisor at the National Programme for Emergencies and Humanitarian Action (NPEHA). “Our discussions with those involved on the ground are helping us to manage this risk effectively to protect people, animals and the environment.” 

    Since the announcement of the epidemic, WHO has supported the response on several levels. Dr Célestin Ndaliko, epidemiologist in charge of surveillance at the WHO Office in the DRC, was a member of the response team that went to Binza. “There are major challenges in terms of disease detection. So, every anthrax investigation becomes an act of resilience, a glimmer of hope to prevent the spread of this devastating disease.” 

    As of 26 May 2025, 24 suspected human anthrax cases had been reported, alongside the deaths of 9 goats, one cow, 60 hippopotamuses and 27 buffalo reported in four health zones in the eastern province of North Kivu.

    “Our support has been provided at several levels, and we are particularly keen to provide appropriate care for those affected. In most cases, the disease can be cured with antibiotics, which must be prescribed by a health professional,” explained Dr Leopold Ouedraogo, Emergency Manager in the provinces of North and South Kivu.

    WHO has made more than four tonnes of medicines available to 12 health facilities, a large quantity of which has been handed over to the authorities in the Binza health zone in Rutshuru territory. 

    “So far, even if our Binza health zone has not yet recorded any human cases, we have what it takes to prevent and be ahead of what could happen,” said Dr Bernard Kakule, Chief Medical Officer for the Binza health zone.

    WHO has played a central role in cross-border coordination between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, facilitating communication and collaboration between the two countries in response to the re-emergence of anthrax in humans and animals. Surveillance has thus been strengthened, notably by activating the “One Health” unit in Rutshuru, to ensure early detection and rapid response in high-risk health zones by integrating the human, animal and environmental dimensions of health. 

    To build local capacity, the WHO has also supported the training of community relays, the development of awareness-raising materials and the conduct of public and door-to-door awareness-raising campaigns on disease prevention measures. The Organisation also donated prevention kits (chlorine, hand sanitizers), essential medicines and medical equipment for treatment, and encouraged collaboration with technical partners such as INRB to improve epidemiological surveillance. 

    Despite security and logistical challenges, WHO’s support has enabled the foundations to be laid for a coordinated response, while highlighting the need for greater commitment to community awareness-raising, the safe management of carcasses and the vaccination of animals at risk.

    Since the epidemic was announced, 24 people have been treated in health facilities in the Binza and Lubero health zones, including Pierre, who has been discharged from the hospital and resumed his life.

    On the ground, our teams are still working hard to continue protecting people and their herds, working together in the face of a common threat. 

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – Democratic Republic of Congo.

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  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Ghana on two-day state visit

    Source: Government of India

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    Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Accra on Wednesday on a two-day state visit to Ghana. In a special gesture, the Prime Minister was received at the airport by the President of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, and accorded a ceremonial welcome.

    This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ghana in more than three decades and marks PM Modi’s first bilateral engagement with the West African nation.

    The visit is expected to deepen cooperation in trade, development partnership, capacity building, and cultural exchange, strengthening a warm relationship that has endured since Ghana’s independence.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Billionaire royals don’t need to be bankrolled by public

    Source: Scottish Greens

    02 Jul 2025 Scottish Independence For A Scottish Republic

    We cannot afford to keep the Royals. It is time to abolish the monarchy.

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    The UK cannot afford to keep the Royal family, and it is time they paid their own way like other celebrities do, say the Scottish Greens.
     
    Currently, the King and Queen are visiting Scotland for ‘Royal Week’ where they are hosting a variety of events across parts of the country.

    Over £500 million is taken from the public purse every year to fund the monarchy’s lavish lifestyle.
     
    Meanwhile, the UK Government is attacking disability benefits like Personal Independence Payment (PIP), and refuses to end the cruel two-child benefit cap; a simple action that would lift almost half a million children out of poverty overnight.
     
    Polling shows that 57% of Scots want to abolish the outdated, undemocratic and unaffordable monarchy. If the UK were to do so, it would see a boost to budgets that could be put towards building a fairer, better society for everyone.
     
    Scottish Greens MSP Maggie Chapman says:

    “It is time that we treat the Royal family as celebrities and stop publicly funding them. The monarchy is an outdated and increasingly unpopular institution, with many people now calling for it to be abolished in favour of becoming a republic.
     
    “For too long, the billionaire royals have been bankrolled while providing very little back to the country other than some waving from balconies and state visits. If they were to stop being funded by the public purse, they would still survive on their own wealthy investments and celebrity appearances like other super-rich figures in the public eye do.
     
    “This UK Government is quick to blame disabled and poor people for needing financial support, yet here is one of the richest families in the country receiving public funds on a level like nobody else does year after year without question.
     
    “Keir Starmer is telling the country that his government must make tough decisions and to expect more cuts along the way, yet the cost of the royal family is now over half a billion pounds per year, and nobody blinks. Half a billion pounds that could be invested into the areas Labour intend to cut.
     
    “As Scottish Greens, we recognise how desperately we need Scottish Independence to break away from this being the norm. We cannot afford to wait any longer for the full powers of devolution. It is time to become a self-governing country so that we can build a fairer, better, more responsible and more affordable democratic society for everyone.”

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Met release footage of man wanted in connection with a sexual assault

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Detectives have released CCTV footage of a man they need to trace following a sexual assault in May.

    A woman in her 20s reported that a man sexually assaulted her in Park Road, W7 at around 23:50hrs on Wednesday, 21 May. She is currently being supported by specialist officers.

    The man followed the woman off the E1 bus, which takes a route from Ealing Broadway Station to Greenford Broadway.

    As the bus approached Browning Avenue, W7, he sexually assaulted the woman as he alighted. He then followed her down Park Road, W7 where he assaulted her.

    The man was seen on CCTV running north on Park Road following the incident, towards Browning Avenue and the E1 bus stop.

    He is described as Black, in his late 20s or early 30s, and approximately 5ft 11in tall, with a slim build. He has dark, curly hair and was captured on CCTV wearing a black jacket and navy blue, Nike t-shirt.

    Detective Constable Teresa Moore, leading the Met’s investigation, said: “Women and girls should be safe to travel on public transport – and walk the streets of London – without being attacked.

    “This incident highlights the opportunistic behaviour of the offender so it is really important we locate him as soon as possible.”

    If you have any relevant information to share – particularly if you were on the E1 bus on Wednesday, 21 May between 23:45hrs and 23:58hrs – please contact us on 101 immediately and quote 697/21MAY.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Eight arrests for conspiracy to destroy ULEZ cameras

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Eight people have been arrested in a coordinated Met Police operation targeting those conspiring to destroy ULEZ cameras.

    In the early hours of Wednesday, 2 July officers executed warrants at addresses in London, Windsor and on the Isle of Sheppey.

    The London arrests took place in Uxbridge, Ickenham, Northwood, Sutton and Eltham.

    Six men and two women were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit criminal damage.

    One of the men is also alleged to have been involved in threatening and harassing the team sent to repair a damaged camera.

    Those arrested remain in custody. Searches are ongoing at their addresses but officers have already recovered items related to the alleged offending.

    Superintendent Paul Thomas, of the Met’s Roads and Transport Policing Command, said: “There is a big difference between lawful protest and plotting to destroy or seriously damage property.

    “Some may think of this sort of behaviour as a victimless crime, but when cameras are damaged or destroyed it creates dangerous hazards, risking collisions on the road in addition to disruption for motorists and residents.

    “We take these offences very seriously and officers will continue working closely with Transport for London and other partners to identify and build a case against those responsible.

    “Today’s arrests are a significant development in what has been a long and complex investigation that is not yet over.

    “I would appeal to anyone who has information about plans to target ULEZ cameras to come forward.”

    If you have information, please call the police on 101, or the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Nuclear Energy Education Gets a Boost from the IAEA

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    The IAEA conducted its first INEAS university mission in April in Ust Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, a country that is looking to restart its nuclear power programme. The mission — which engaged more than 90 participants from academia, government and industry — laid the ground for the development of a new bachelor’s degree programme in the ‘Operation of Nuclear Power Plants’ at the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University. It included curriculum workshops, technical visits and stakeholder consultations.

    The IAEA also participated in an international forum with 14 expert presentations from Kazakhstan, Belarus and Russia, highlighting international best practices in nuclear education. Key outcomes included recommendations for planning national human resources development, curriculum enhancement, and expansion of cooperation through IAEA technical projects and STAR-NET, a regional network that promotes education and training in nuclear technologies.

    “We are grateful to the IAEA for sending experts to our university to support the development of nuclear energy infrastructure. Their assistance also proved very helpful in designing the educational programme,” said Aizhan Baidildina, an associate professor at the the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University.

    Kazakhstan, which is working with the IAEA to develop the infrastructure to reintroduce nuclear power, aims to complete its first nuclear power reactor in the next eight years. Its construction is expected to provide clean, reliable energy to the Central Asian country of 19 million people. Scientific and technical personnel are also being trained to operate the plant. Kazakhstan has the second largest uranium reserves in the world, accounting for 14 per cent of the global total. The country currently operates research reactors as well as several other nuclear installations related to the front end of the nuclear fuel cycle.

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  • MIL-OSI: No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval – New Personal Loans for Bad Credit Feature Announced on Honest Loans in 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

    Honest Loans, a nationally recognized leader in fast and flexible lending solutions, is proud to unveil its latest offering: personal loans for bad credit with guaranteed approval, now including expanded no credit check loan options through trusted direct lenders. 

    Responding to growing demand for secure and transparent financial help, Honest Loans’ 2025 expansion empowers more borrowers to rebuild credit and access emergency cash when it matters most.

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    As inflation rises and economic pressures increase, millions of Americans face financial roadblocks that prevent them from securing help through traditional banks. Honest Loans addresses this urgent need with a suite of personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval online, tailored for those with poor or limited credit history.

    “At Honest Loans, we believe everyone deserves a fair financial opportunity,” said a spokesperson of Honest Loans. “We created our new guaranteed approval loans to offer fast, reliable funding to people who’ve been turned away elsewhere — including no credit check loans, direct lender approvals, and emergency bad credit loans.”

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    From unexpected car repairs to urgent medical bills, Honest Loans offers a trusted path forward with:

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    By partnering with a network of reputable lenders, Honest Loans connects applicants to real financial solutions—without judgment or red tape.

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    With a mobile-friendly platform, applicants can complete a loan request from any device, upload documents securely, and receive same-day decisions — even instant approvals in some cases. And unlike payday loans due in full on your next paycheck, installment loans for bad credit from Honest Loans offer flexible monthly repayment plans up to $5,000.

    Why Honest Loans is Different

    In a market full of unclear terms and shady lenders, Honest Loans stands apart with its commitment to:

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    “We don’t believe in trapping customers in cycles of debt,” said a spokesperson. “Our mission is simple: help people solve problems, not create new ones.”

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  • MIL-OSI: Crypto & Bitcoin Casinos: Reddit Community Reveals The Safe Crypto Casinos in 2025

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    New York City, NY, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  All iGaming’s explosive new report dives into the red-hot rise of crypto casinos, flipping the iGaming world upside down! Fueled by blockchain and powered by cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether, top crypto casinos deliver lightning-fast transactions, privacy, and game-changing features like provably fair gaming and immersive virtual reality.

    Get the inside scoop on the trends supercharging the best Bitcoin casinos, see how they stack up against traditional casinos, and learn how to play responsibly. Our report breaks down market shifts, predicts the future of crypto gambling, and guides you to the ultimate crypto casinos for a safe, pulse-pounding experience in 2025!

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    Trends in the Crypto Casino Market

    All iGaming’s meticulous research highlights the best crypto casinos as a transformative force in the iGaming industry, driven by technological innovation and evolving player preferences. Their analysis, based on 3,000 platform evaluations and 60,000 player interactions, identifies six key trends reshaping the market.

    Key Trends Identified by All iGaming

    1. Lightning-Fast Transactions: All iGaming’s data shows that crypto casinos process deposits and withdrawals in under 10 minutes, with top platforms achieving sub-minute transaction times. This is a stark contrast to traditional casinos, which often require 24–72 hours for withdrawals due to banking intermediaries. Blockchain’s decentralized ledger eliminates delays, ensuring players can access funds swiftly.
    2. Expansive Game Libraries: All iGaming reports that leading top crypto casinos offer over 9,000 game titles, including slots, table games (e.g., blackjack, roulette), live dealer options, and provably fair games unique to blockchain platforms. Providers like Pragmatic Play, Evolution Gaming, and NetEnt contribute to diverse catalogs, surpassing traditional casinos’ typical 3,000–5,000 titles.
    3. Enhanced Privacy and No-KYC Options: All iGaming’s community polls reveal that 68% of players value privacy, driving demand for no-KYC (Know Your Customer) or low-KYC platforms. These casinos use blockchain to ensure secure, anonymous transactions, appealing to players in regions with restrictive gambling laws.
    4. AI and VR Integration: All iGaming’s platform assessments note that artificial intelligence (AI) personalizes game recommendations and bonus offers based on player behavior, while VR creates immersive environments, such as virtual poker rooms where players interact via avatars, replicating land-based casino dynamics.
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    6. Decentralized Platforms and Smart Contracts: All iGaming’s research confirms that Web3 casinos, built on blockchains like Ethereum and Solana, use smart contracts for automated, transparent payouts. These contracts ensure fairness by allowing players to verify game outcomes, a feature absent in traditional casinos.

    These trends, identified by All iGaming, position crypto casinos as leaders in innovation, offering unparalleled speed, variety, and transparency.

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    All iGaming’s Research Methodology

    All iGaming’s authoritative insights stem from a robust, multi-faceted research methodology outlined in their June 2025 report. Their approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of the crypto casino landscape:

    • Player Engagements: All iGaming analyzed 60,000+ player interactions across global forums, social media, and iGaming communities to capture preferences, pain points, and satisfaction metrics. This qualitative data provides insights into why players prefer crypto casinos.
    • Platform Assessments: All iGaming evaluated 3,000+ crypto casino platforms, focusing on game diversity, transaction speeds, security protocols, user interfaces, and reward structures. Their assessments include both established and emerging platforms.
    • Community Polls: All iGaming conducted 1,000+ surveys targeting players in 50 markets, gathering quantitative data on adoption rates, platform reliability, and player priorities like privacy and speed.
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    This methodology, combining qualitative and quantitative data, underpins All iGaming’s finding that best crypto casinos exhibit a 350% higher growth rate than traditional online casinos, driven by superior technology and player-centric features.

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    Performance Analysis: Crypto Casinos vs. Traditional Casinos

    All iGaming’s research provides a detailed comparison of the best crypto casinos and traditional online casinos across key performance metrics, highlighting the former’s dominance.

    Transaction Speed

    All iGaming’s platform assessments reveal that crypto casinos process transactions 15 times faster than their traditional counterparts. Deposits are often instant, and withdrawals take 2–8 minutes, compared to 24–72 hours for traditional casinos reliant on banking systems. Blockchain’s decentralized infrastructure eliminates intermediaries, ensuring efficiency.

    Game Variety

    All iGaming’s data shows the best crypto casinos offer expansive catalogs, with top platforms boasting over 8,000 titles, including 500+ live dealer games and provably fair options. Traditional casinos, constrained by legacy systems, typically provide 3,000–5,000 titles, limiting player choice.

    Player Satisfaction

    All iGaming’s player engagement studies report a 94% satisfaction rate for crypto casino users, attributed to dynamic rewards (e.g., up to 600 free spins or 5 BTC welcome bonuses), provably fair games, and robust security measures like SSL encryption and two-factor authentication (2FA). Traditional casinos, while reliable, score lower at 82% due to slower innovation.

    Growth Metrics

    All iGaming projects that crypto casinos will capture 47% of the $153.57 billion global online gambling market by 2027, driven by a 350% higher growth rate. The overall market, valued at $78.66 billion in 2024, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8%, with best crypto casinos as a primary driver.

    Security and Transparency

    All iGaming’s research confirms that blockchain’s decentralized ledger ensures tamper-proof transactions, giving top crypto casinos an edge over traditional platforms, which face risks like fraud and data breaches due to centralized systems.

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    Responsible Gambling Practices

    All iGaming’s research emphasizes the importance of responsible gambling, particularly in the high-stakes world of best crypto casinos. Their studies highlight practices that allow players to engage with the iGaming ecosystem safely without active wagering:

    • Research and Education: All iGaming’s resources, including guides and platform reviews, educate players on casino features, licensing, and risks. These tools enable informed decision-making without financial commitment.
    • Demo Modes: All iGaming notes that 85% of top crypto casinos offer free-play versions of games like slots, blackjack, and roulette, allowing players to explore mechanics and strategies risk-free.
    • Setting Limits: All iGaming’s platform evaluations highlight tools like deposit limits, session timers, and loss caps, which players can set proactively to manage potential spending.
    • Accessing Support: All iGaming recommends platforms that link to organizations like Gamblers Anonymous or BeGambleAware, enabling players to seek preemptive support for maintaining healthy habits.
    • Regulatory Awareness: All iGaming advises players to verify local gambling laws, as regulations vary. For example, jurisdictions like Malta permit offshore crypto casinos, while others, like the UK, impose stricter controls. VPNs may enable access in restricted regions, but compliance is critical.

    These practices, endorsed by All iGaming, ensure players can explore the best crypto casinos safely and responsibly.

    Market Dynamics According to All-iGaming

    All iGaming’s market analysis reveals the forces driving the iGaming industry’s evolution, with crypto casinos at the forefront:

    • Technological Advancements: All iGaming’s research highlights blockchain, AI, and VR as transformative technologies. Smart contracts ensure fair play, AI personalizes experiences (e.g., tailored bonuses), and VR creates immersive environments, boosting engagement.
    • Regulatory Landscape: All iGaming notes that crypto-friendly jurisdictions like Malta, Curaçao, and Panama offer flexible licensing, fostering growth. Conversely, stricter regulations in the UK and parts of the US create challenges, though legalization in states like New Jersey generates significant revenue.
    • Consumer Behavior: All iGaming’s polls show that 62% of US iGamers aged 18–34 prefer crypto casinos for their privacy, high betting limits, and innovative features. High rollers and privacy-conscious players are key demographics.
    • Economic Factors: All iGaming links rising disposable incomes, global tourism, and the post-COVID shift to online platforms with increased crypto casino adoption. The pandemic accelerated the closure of physical casinos, boosting digital alternatives.

    Future Outlook By All-iGaming Experts

    All iGaming’s forward-looking research predicts a transformative future for the best crypto casinos, with key developments by 2030:

    • Market Expansion: All iGaming forecasts a $55.3 billion crypto casino market by 2032, capturing 47% of the global online gambling market by 2027, driven by a 27.29% CAGR.
    • Technological Integration: All iGaming expects AI-driven personalization, VR gaming, and blockchain-based loyalty programs to become industry standards, enhancing player retention and engagement.
    • Regulatory Evolution: All iGaming anticipates that as cryptocurrencies gain mainstream acceptance, regulators will develop frameworks balancing innovation and consumer protection. Malta and Curaçao will remain crypto-friendly hubs.
    • Sustainability: All iGaming highlights growing concerns about blockchain’s energy consumption, predicting a shift toward eco-friendly solutions like proof-of-stake protocols to align with industry sustainability trends.
    • Web3 and DeFi: All iGaming predicts that decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT integration will introduce new revenue streams, such as staking and yield farming, merging gaming with financial opportunities.

    All iGaming’s insights suggest best crypto casinos will dominate, compelling traditional operators to adopt blockchain technologies to stay competitive.

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    Selecting Top Crypto Casinos

    All iGaming’s expert recommendations provide a detailed framework for choosing reputable crypto casinos, ensuring safety, fairness, and enjoyment:

    1. Licensing and Regulation: All iGaming advises selecting platforms licensed by reputable jurisdictions like the Malta Gaming Authority, Curaçao eGaming, or Panama. Licensed casinos adhere to strict standards, ensuring fair play and fraud protection.
    2. Security Measures: All iGaming recommends platforms with SSL encryption, 2FA, and regular audits. Blockchain-based casinos should use decentralized ledgers for transparent transactions, as verified in All iGaming’s assessments.
    3. Game Variety: All iGaming suggests choosing casinos with 8,000+ titles, including slots, live dealer games, and provably fair options, from providers like Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play, and NetEnt.
    4. Transaction Speed and Fees: All iGaming highlights platforms with sub-10-minute withdrawals and zero-fee crypto transactions. Support for stablecoins like USDT minimizes volatility risks.
    5. Bonuses and Rewards: All iGaming recommends casinos offering transparent bonuses, such as 600 free spins or 5 BTC welcome packages, with clear, reasonable wagering requirements (e.g., 30x or lower).
    6. User Experience: All iGaming prioritizes platforms with intuitive interfaces, mobile compatibility (iOS and Android apps), and 24/7 customer support via live chat or email. AI-driven features and VR options enhance engagement.
    7. Responsible Gambling Tools: All iGaming endorses casinos with deposit limits, session timers, self-exclusion options, and links to support organizations like Gamblers Anonymous.
    8. Community Feedback: All iGaming advises reviewing player feedback on forums and their platform ratings to ensure reliability and satisfaction.

    By following All iGaming’s criteria, players can select the best crypto casinos that align with their preferences and local regulations.

    Conclusion

     All iGaming’s findings highlight responsible gambling practices, such as demo modes and deposit limits, ensuring safe exploration. Market dynamics, including technological advancements and regulatory shifts, drive the projected $55.3 billion market by 2032. By adhering to All iGaming’s guidelines—prioritizing licensing, security, game variety, and responsible tools—players can confidently navigate the crypto casino landscape, ensuring a rewarding, secure, and responsible gaming experience.

    Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes. Online gambling carries financial risks and may be restricted in some regions. Verify local laws and gamble responsibly.

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  • MIL-OSI: Crypto & Bitcoin Casinos: Reddit Community Reveals The Safe Crypto Casinos in 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  All iGaming’s explosive new report dives into the red-hot rise of crypto casinos, flipping the iGaming world upside down! Fueled by blockchain and powered by cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether, top crypto casinos deliver lightning-fast transactions, privacy, and game-changing features like provably fair gaming and immersive virtual reality.

    Get the inside scoop on the trends supercharging the best Bitcoin casinos, see how they stack up against traditional casinos, and learn how to play responsibly. Our report breaks down market shifts, predicts the future of crypto gambling, and guides you to the ultimate crypto casinos for a safe, pulse-pounding experience in 2025!

    CHECK OUT TOP CRYPTO CASINO – EXCLUSIVE RESEARCH INSIGHTS AWAIT<<

    Trends in the Crypto Casino Market

    All iGaming’s meticulous research highlights the best crypto casinos as a transformative force in the iGaming industry, driven by technological innovation and evolving player preferences. Their analysis, based on 3,000 platform evaluations and 60,000 player interactions, identifies six key trends reshaping the market.

    Key Trends Identified by All iGaming

    1. Lightning-Fast Transactions: All iGaming’s data shows that crypto casinos process deposits and withdrawals in under 10 minutes, with top platforms achieving sub-minute transaction times. This is a stark contrast to traditional casinos, which often require 24–72 hours for withdrawals due to banking intermediaries. Blockchain’s decentralized ledger eliminates delays, ensuring players can access funds swiftly.
    2. Expansive Game Libraries: All iGaming reports that leading top crypto casinos offer over 9,000 game titles, including slots, table games (e.g., blackjack, roulette), live dealer options, and provably fair games unique to blockchain platforms. Providers like Pragmatic Play, Evolution Gaming, and NetEnt contribute to diverse catalogs, surpassing traditional casinos’ typical 3,000–5,000 titles.
    3. Enhanced Privacy and No-KYC Options: All iGaming’s community polls reveal that 68% of players value privacy, driving demand for no-KYC (Know Your Customer) or low-KYC platforms. These casinos use blockchain to ensure secure, anonymous transactions, appealing to players in regions with restrictive gambling laws.
    4. AI and VR Integration: All iGaming’s platform assessments note that artificial intelligence (AI) personalizes game recommendations and bonus offers based on player behavior, while VR creates immersive environments, such as virtual poker rooms where players interact via avatars, replicating land-based casino dynamics.
    5. Stablecoin and NFT Integration: All iGaming highlights the adoption of stablecoins like USDT and USDC, which mitigate cryptocurrency volatility, making gambling more accessible. Additionally, some platforms integrate non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and play-to-earn models, allowing players to earn digital assets, blending gaming with investment opportunities.
    6. Decentralized Platforms and Smart Contracts: All iGaming’s research confirms that Web3 casinos, built on blockchains like Ethereum and Solana, use smart contracts for automated, transparent payouts. These contracts ensure fairness by allowing players to verify game outcomes, a feature absent in traditional casinos.

    These trends, identified by All iGaming, position crypto casinos as leaders in innovation, offering unparalleled speed, variety, and transparency.

    CLOSE LOOK ON TOP-PERFORMING CRYPTO CASINO<<

    All iGaming’s Research Methodology

    All iGaming’s authoritative insights stem from a robust, multi-faceted research methodology outlined in their June 2025 report. Their approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of the crypto casino landscape:

    • Player Engagements: All iGaming analyzed 60,000+ player interactions across global forums, social media, and iGaming communities to capture preferences, pain points, and satisfaction metrics. This qualitative data provides insights into why players prefer crypto casinos.
    • Platform Assessments: All iGaming evaluated 3,000+ crypto casino platforms, focusing on game diversity, transaction speeds, security protocols, user interfaces, and reward structures. Their assessments include both established and emerging platforms.
    • Community Polls: All iGaming conducted 1,000+ surveys targeting players in 50 markets, gathering quantitative data on adoption rates, platform reliability, and player priorities like privacy and speed.
    • Market Analysis: All iGaming’s studies span 50 global markets, including North America, Europe, Asia, and emerging regions like Latin America, ensuring a holistic view of regional trends and regulatory impacts.

    This methodology, combining qualitative and quantitative data, underpins All iGaming’s finding that best crypto casinos exhibit a 350% higher growth rate than traditional online casinos, driven by superior technology and player-centric features.

    >>ACCESS ALL IGAMING’S EXCLUSIVE CRYPTO CASINO DATA

    Performance Analysis: Crypto Casinos vs. Traditional Casinos

    All iGaming’s research provides a detailed comparison of the best crypto casinos and traditional online casinos across key performance metrics, highlighting the former’s dominance.

    Transaction Speed

    All iGaming’s platform assessments reveal that crypto casinos process transactions 15 times faster than their traditional counterparts. Deposits are often instant, and withdrawals take 2–8 minutes, compared to 24–72 hours for traditional casinos reliant on banking systems. Blockchain’s decentralized infrastructure eliminates intermediaries, ensuring efficiency.

    Game Variety

    All iGaming’s data shows the best crypto casinos offer expansive catalogs, with top platforms boasting over 8,000 titles, including 500+ live dealer games and provably fair options. Traditional casinos, constrained by legacy systems, typically provide 3,000–5,000 titles, limiting player choice.

    Player Satisfaction

    All iGaming’s player engagement studies report a 94% satisfaction rate for crypto casino users, attributed to dynamic rewards (e.g., up to 600 free spins or 5 BTC welcome bonuses), provably fair games, and robust security measures like SSL encryption and two-factor authentication (2FA). Traditional casinos, while reliable, score lower at 82% due to slower innovation.

    Growth Metrics

    All iGaming projects that crypto casinos will capture 47% of the $153.57 billion global online gambling market by 2027, driven by a 350% higher growth rate. The overall market, valued at $78.66 billion in 2024, is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8%, with best crypto casinos as a primary driver.

    Security and Transparency

    All iGaming’s research confirms that blockchain’s decentralized ledger ensures tamper-proof transactions, giving top crypto casinos an edge over traditional platforms, which face risks like fraud and data breaches due to centralized systems.

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    Responsible Gambling Practices

    All iGaming’s research emphasizes the importance of responsible gambling, particularly in the high-stakes world of best crypto casinos. Their studies highlight practices that allow players to engage with the iGaming ecosystem safely without active wagering:

    • Research and Education: All iGaming’s resources, including guides and platform reviews, educate players on casino features, licensing, and risks. These tools enable informed decision-making without financial commitment.
    • Demo Modes: All iGaming notes that 85% of top crypto casinos offer free-play versions of games like slots, blackjack, and roulette, allowing players to explore mechanics and strategies risk-free.
    • Setting Limits: All iGaming’s platform evaluations highlight tools like deposit limits, session timers, and loss caps, which players can set proactively to manage potential spending.
    • Accessing Support: All iGaming recommends platforms that link to organizations like Gamblers Anonymous or BeGambleAware, enabling players to seek preemptive support for maintaining healthy habits.
    • Regulatory Awareness: All iGaming advises players to verify local gambling laws, as regulations vary. For example, jurisdictions like Malta permit offshore crypto casinos, while others, like the UK, impose stricter controls. VPNs may enable access in restricted regions, but compliance is critical.

    These practices, endorsed by All iGaming, ensure players can explore the best crypto casinos safely and responsibly.

    Market Dynamics According to All-iGaming

    All iGaming’s market analysis reveals the forces driving the iGaming industry’s evolution, with crypto casinos at the forefront:

    • Technological Advancements: All iGaming’s research highlights blockchain, AI, and VR as transformative technologies. Smart contracts ensure fair play, AI personalizes experiences (e.g., tailored bonuses), and VR creates immersive environments, boosting engagement.
    • Regulatory Landscape: All iGaming notes that crypto-friendly jurisdictions like Malta, Curaçao, and Panama offer flexible licensing, fostering growth. Conversely, stricter regulations in the UK and parts of the US create challenges, though legalization in states like New Jersey generates significant revenue.
    • Consumer Behavior: All iGaming’s polls show that 62% of US iGamers aged 18–34 prefer crypto casinos for their privacy, high betting limits, and innovative features. High rollers and privacy-conscious players are key demographics.
    • Economic Factors: All iGaming links rising disposable incomes, global tourism, and the post-COVID shift to online platforms with increased crypto casino adoption. The pandemic accelerated the closure of physical casinos, boosting digital alternatives.

    Future Outlook By All-iGaming Experts

    All iGaming’s forward-looking research predicts a transformative future for the best crypto casinos, with key developments by 2030:

    • Market Expansion: All iGaming forecasts a $55.3 billion crypto casino market by 2032, capturing 47% of the global online gambling market by 2027, driven by a 27.29% CAGR.
    • Technological Integration: All iGaming expects AI-driven personalization, VR gaming, and blockchain-based loyalty programs to become industry standards, enhancing player retention and engagement.
    • Regulatory Evolution: All iGaming anticipates that as cryptocurrencies gain mainstream acceptance, regulators will develop frameworks balancing innovation and consumer protection. Malta and Curaçao will remain crypto-friendly hubs.
    • Sustainability: All iGaming highlights growing concerns about blockchain’s energy consumption, predicting a shift toward eco-friendly solutions like proof-of-stake protocols to align with industry sustainability trends.
    • Web3 and DeFi: All iGaming predicts that decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT integration will introduce new revenue streams, such as staking and yield farming, merging gaming with financial opportunities.

    All iGaming’s insights suggest best crypto casinos will dominate, compelling traditional operators to adopt blockchain technologies to stay competitive.

    CHECK OUT THE BEST CRYPTO CASINO WITH GAME-CHANGING PAYMENT OPTIONS!>>

    Selecting Top Crypto Casinos

    All iGaming’s expert recommendations provide a detailed framework for choosing reputable crypto casinos, ensuring safety, fairness, and enjoyment:

    1. Licensing and Regulation: All iGaming advises selecting platforms licensed by reputable jurisdictions like the Malta Gaming Authority, Curaçao eGaming, or Panama. Licensed casinos adhere to strict standards, ensuring fair play and fraud protection.
    2. Security Measures: All iGaming recommends platforms with SSL encryption, 2FA, and regular audits. Blockchain-based casinos should use decentralized ledgers for transparent transactions, as verified in All iGaming’s assessments.
    3. Game Variety: All iGaming suggests choosing casinos with 8,000+ titles, including slots, live dealer games, and provably fair options, from providers like Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play, and NetEnt.
    4. Transaction Speed and Fees: All iGaming highlights platforms with sub-10-minute withdrawals and zero-fee crypto transactions. Support for stablecoins like USDT minimizes volatility risks.
    5. Bonuses and Rewards: All iGaming recommends casinos offering transparent bonuses, such as 600 free spins or 5 BTC welcome packages, with clear, reasonable wagering requirements (e.g., 30x or lower).
    6. User Experience: All iGaming prioritizes platforms with intuitive interfaces, mobile compatibility (iOS and Android apps), and 24/7 customer support via live chat or email. AI-driven features and VR options enhance engagement.
    7. Responsible Gambling Tools: All iGaming endorses casinos with deposit limits, session timers, self-exclusion options, and links to support organizations like Gamblers Anonymous.
    8. Community Feedback: All iGaming advises reviewing player feedback on forums and their platform ratings to ensure reliability and satisfaction.

    By following All iGaming’s criteria, players can select the best crypto casinos that align with their preferences and local regulations.

    Conclusion

     All iGaming’s findings highlight responsible gambling practices, such as demo modes and deposit limits, ensuring safe exploration. Market dynamics, including technological advancements and regulatory shifts, drive the projected $55.3 billion market by 2032. By adhering to All iGaming’s guidelines—prioritizing licensing, security, game variety, and responsible tools—players can confidently navigate the crypto casino landscape, ensuring a rewarding, secure, and responsible gaming experience.

    Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes. Online gambling carries financial risks and may be restricted in some regions. Verify local laws and gamble responsibly.

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  • MIL-OSI: StealthCores Launches StealthMACsec: Advanced IEEE 802.1AE Engine with Side-Channel Protection

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Gainesville, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StealthCores today announced the launch of StealthMACsec, a comprehensive IEEE 802.1AE compliant MACsec engine that brings advanced side-channel countermeasures to Ethernet network security. Building on the proven security foundation of StealthAES, StealthMACsec delivers line-rate processing up to 10 Gbps on FPGA and even faster on ASIC while maintaining the highest levels of protection against sophisticated attacks.

    As Ethernet networks become increasingly critical to defense, industrial, and embedded systems, the need for link-layer security has never been greater. StealthMACsec addresses this challenge by providing complete IEEE 802.1AE-2018 compliance with scalable SA architecture supporting 1 to 512 security associations, automatic SA lifecycle management, and hardware-based replay protection.

    “StealthMACsec represents a natural evolution of our security IP portfolio, extending our proven side-channel countermeasures to Ethernet networks. With the increasing sophistication of network-based attacks, organizations need MACsec solutions that protect not just against traditional threats, but also against physical and side-channel vulnerabilities.”

    – Stuart Audley, President of StealthCores

    Key Features and Capabilities

    StealthMACsec leverages the same advanced countermeasures that have made StealthAES resistant to over 1 billion side-channel attack traces. The IP features four AXI4 Stream interfaces with configurable width (32/64/128-bit) for seamless integration into existing FPGA and ASIC designs, while supporting multi-peer network topologies through its scalable SA database.

    The engine implements complete transmit and receive path processing, including frame classification, SecTAG insertion, GCM-AES-256 encryption/decryption, ICV generation and validation, and automatic packet number management. Hardware-based replay protection provides defense against replay attacks, while the scalable architecture enables deployment in everything from point-to-point links to large multi-peer networks.

    Performance and Integration

    StealthMACsec delivers impressive performance across multiple FPGA platforms, achieving up to 10 Gbps throughput on Xilinx UltraScale+ devices, 5 Gbps on Microchip PolarFire, and 9 Gbps on Intel Agilex 5 FPGAs. The standardized AXI4 Stream interfaces enable rapid integration, while comprehensive documentation and expert support ensure successful deployment.

    “The combination of standards compliance, advanced security features, and high performance makes StealthMACsec ideal for mission-critical applications where both throughput and security are non-negotiable,” added Audley. “From defense systems requiring secure backplane communications to industrial networks protecting critical infrastructure, StealthMACsec provides the security foundation these applications demand.”

    Target Applications

    StealthMACsec targets a wide range of applications requiring secure Ethernet communications, including:

    • Embedded systems with inter-module communications
    • Defense and aerospace systems with secure backplane links and sensor fusion requirements
    • Critical infrastructure protection for control systems and real-time data security

    StealthMACsec is available now for FPGA and ASIC implementations. For detailed specifications, performance data, and integration support, contact the StealthCores team at info@stealthcores.com.

    About StealthCores

    StealthCores develops advanced security IP for FPGAs and ASICs, delivering practical, high-performance cryptographic solutions with built-in countermeasures against side-channel attacks. Backed by decades of industry experience and purpose-built IP, StealthCores enables customers to secure critical systems with confidence. Learn more at www.stealthcores.com or contact us at info@stealthcores.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: StealthCores Launches StealthMACsec: Advanced IEEE 802.1AE Engine with Side-Channel Protection

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Gainesville, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StealthCores today announced the launch of StealthMACsec, a comprehensive IEEE 802.1AE compliant MACsec engine that brings advanced side-channel countermeasures to Ethernet network security. Building on the proven security foundation of StealthAES, StealthMACsec delivers line-rate processing up to 10 Gbps on FPGA and even faster on ASIC while maintaining the highest levels of protection against sophisticated attacks.

    As Ethernet networks become increasingly critical to defense, industrial, and embedded systems, the need for link-layer security has never been greater. StealthMACsec addresses this challenge by providing complete IEEE 802.1AE-2018 compliance with scalable SA architecture supporting 1 to 512 security associations, automatic SA lifecycle management, and hardware-based replay protection.

    “StealthMACsec represents a natural evolution of our security IP portfolio, extending our proven side-channel countermeasures to Ethernet networks. With the increasing sophistication of network-based attacks, organizations need MACsec solutions that protect not just against traditional threats, but also against physical and side-channel vulnerabilities.”

    – Stuart Audley, President of StealthCores

    Key Features and Capabilities

    StealthMACsec leverages the same advanced countermeasures that have made StealthAES resistant to over 1 billion side-channel attack traces. The IP features four AXI4 Stream interfaces with configurable width (32/64/128-bit) for seamless integration into existing FPGA and ASIC designs, while supporting multi-peer network topologies through its scalable SA database.

    The engine implements complete transmit and receive path processing, including frame classification, SecTAG insertion, GCM-AES-256 encryption/decryption, ICV generation and validation, and automatic packet number management. Hardware-based replay protection provides defense against replay attacks, while the scalable architecture enables deployment in everything from point-to-point links to large multi-peer networks.

    Performance and Integration

    StealthMACsec delivers impressive performance across multiple FPGA platforms, achieving up to 10 Gbps throughput on Xilinx UltraScale+ devices, 5 Gbps on Microchip PolarFire, and 9 Gbps on Intel Agilex 5 FPGAs. The standardized AXI4 Stream interfaces enable rapid integration, while comprehensive documentation and expert support ensure successful deployment.

    “The combination of standards compliance, advanced security features, and high performance makes StealthMACsec ideal for mission-critical applications where both throughput and security are non-negotiable,” added Audley. “From defense systems requiring secure backplane communications to industrial networks protecting critical infrastructure, StealthMACsec provides the security foundation these applications demand.”

    Target Applications

    StealthMACsec targets a wide range of applications requiring secure Ethernet communications, including:

    • Embedded systems with inter-module communications
    • Defense and aerospace systems with secure backplane links and sensor fusion requirements
    • Critical infrastructure protection for control systems and real-time data security

    StealthMACsec is available now for FPGA and ASIC implementations. For detailed specifications, performance data, and integration support, contact the StealthCores team at info@stealthcores.com.

    About StealthCores

    StealthCores develops advanced security IP for FPGAs and ASICs, delivering practical, high-performance cryptographic solutions with built-in countermeasures against side-channel attacks. Backed by decades of industry experience and purpose-built IP, StealthCores enables customers to secure critical systems with confidence. Learn more at www.stealthcores.com or contact us at info@stealthcores.com.

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  • MIL-OSI: Earn Daily Passive Crypto Income Without Hardware Using BAY Miner

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Atlanta, Georgia, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Traditional cryptocurrency mining usually requires expensive equipment, a lot of electricity, and complex technical settings, which discourages many investors. BAY Miner is changing this situation by launching a convenient and efficient cloud mining solution that allows Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), and Dogecoin (DOGE) holders to earn passive crypto income every day without purchasing mining machines.

    The equipment-free cloud mining model provided by BAY Miner enables users to participate in daily income directly online, and can easily obtain stable crypto returns regardless of mining experience. For cryptocurrency investors who want to obtain stable cash flow in volatile markets, BAY Miner provides a worry-free, power-saving, and sustainable passive income method, while supporting flexible contracts and daily withdrawals to make funds flow more freely.

    With advanced security, transparent daily income, and a user-friendly mining dashboard, BAY Miner has become an important choice for crypto investors in the United States and around the world seeking stable income and low-threshold investment, helping users capture the rising dividends of BTC, ETH, XRP, and DOGE markets without incurring high costs and complex operation and maintenance risks.

    Advantages and features of BAY Miner
    BAY Miner provides a safe, simple and profitable cloud mining experience suitable for both new and experienced investors.
    – Enhanced security: The platform integrates McAfee® and Cloudflare® to ensure account security;
    – Zero hidden fees: Transparent operations, no hidden management fees;
    – 24/7 support and normal operation: Provide 100% uptime and 24/7 customer service support;
    – Multi-currency support: Support BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, DOGE and other cryptocurrency mining;
    – Free experience and daily income: Sign up to get $15 mining experience, earn $0.60 for free every day, passive income without risk.
    How to start free cloud mining with BAY Miner
    1.Free cloud mining: Sign up to get $15 in mining credits and start earning daily crypto income instantly, no hardware required.
    2.Create an account: Quick and easy email sign-up process, get instant access to your mining dashboard and track your daily earnings in real time.
    3.Choose a flexible contract: Choose a mining plan that fits your budget to ensure stable daily earnings while enabling flexible fund management.

    The following are examples of popular contracts on BAY Miner (recent reference data):

    ·BTC [Free Computing Plan]: Invest $100, 2-day cycle, $4 daily income, $100 + $8 income returned upon maturity
    ·LTC [Core Contract Plan]: Invest $600, 6-day cycle, $7.2 daily income, $600 + $43.2 income returned upon maturity
    ·BTC [Core Contract Plan]: Invest $3000, 20-day cycle, $39 daily income, $3000 + $780 income returned upon maturity
    ·DOGE [Core Contract Plan]: Invest $5000, 32-day cycle, $72.5 daily income, $5000 + $2320 income returned upon maturity
    ·BTC [Electricity Contract Plan]: Invest $10000, 47-day cycle, $165 daily income, $10000 + $7755 income returned upon maturity
    The above profit examples are based on the recent BAY Miner contract plan. The actual profit may fluctuate slightly with the market and chain conditions. For more contracts, please visit https://bayminer.com

    Why BAY Miner Stands Out in Cloud Mining
    BAY Miner makes crypto mining simple and secure, allowing users with no prior mining experience to start earning daily BTC, ETH, XRP, and DOGE rewards without buying expensive equipment or paying high electricity bills. Users can sign up, choose a flexible contract, and track daily earnings in real-time through an intuitive dashboard, with the freedom to withdraw or reinvest earnings anytime. This hands-off approach lets investors capture passive crypto income opportunities as the market grows, without the hassle of managing hardware or technical operations.

    “Our goal is to provide users with a flexible and profitable mining experience,” said a BAY Miner spokesperson. “With daily payouts and reinvestment options, BAY Miner allows investors to maximize returns while maintaining control and liquidity over their crypto funds.”

    Worry-free experience
    BAY Miner is responsible for all equipment maintenance, operation and electricity costs. Users only need to select a contract to obtain stable passive crypto income every day without any technical experience.

    BAY Miner offers a secure, hardware-free cloud mining platform for BTC, ETH, XRP, and DOGE, enabling daily passive crypto income with flexible contracts, real-time earnings tracking, and easy withdrawals.

    Whether you’re new to crypto or a seasoned investor, BAY Miner provides a simple and secure way to earn daily passive income through cloud mining. Join today to start earning BTC, ETH, XRP, and DOGE without the hassle of hardware or technical complexity.

    Download the mobile app: https://bayminer.com/app/download
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  • MIL-OSI: Winner Cloud Mining Platform: New XMR (Monero) Participation Channel

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    San Diego, California, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Earn crypto income while protecting your privacy Against the backdrop of the growing demand for privacy protection in the crypto industry, in order to meet the dual demands of global users for privacy and payment flexibility, WinnerMining cloud mining platform now officially supports XMR (Monero) recharges to participate in mining services. Users can use this highly anonymous cryptocurrency to transfer assets and start their cloud mining journey.

    What is XMR (Monero)?
    XMR (Monero) is the world’s leading privacy coin. Its biggest feature is that transaction information is completely anonymized, which can effectively protect user identity and asset tracks. The integration with the WinnerMining platform means that users can enjoy a safer, more private, and freer funding channel when mining mainstream currencies such as BTC, LTC, and DOGE.

    How to use XMR to participate in mining:
    1. Visit WinnerMining to create an account.（Sign up and get $15）
    2. Select the contract mining machine that suits you and start mining.

    (For more details, please visit the official website: winnermining.com)

    1.  Settle your income automatically once every 24 hours without any extra operations.

    The privacy first choice for global users
    WinnerMining platform will continue to expand support for more cryptocurrencies and create an open, reliable and stable multi-currency mining ecosystem.
    “As the world pays more and more attention to privacy rights, we are committed to providing more diverse, secure and anonymous encryption services.”
    —WinnerMining team said

    Experience now:
    Visit the official website: winnermining.com
    Use XMR to invest, while deeply protecting personal privacy, you can also easily obtain stable daily income!

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  • MIL-OSI NGOs: Nuclear Energy Education Gets a Boost from the IAEA

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) –

    The IAEA conducted its first INEAS university mission in April in Ust Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, a country that is looking to restart its nuclear power programme. The mission — which engaged more than 90 participants from academia, government and industry — laid the ground for the development of a new bachelor’s degree programme in the ‘Operation of Nuclear Power Plants’ at the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University. It included curriculum workshops, technical visits and stakeholder consultations.

    The IAEA also participated in an international forum with 14 expert presentations from Kazakhstan, Belarus and Russia, highlighting international best practices in nuclear education. Key outcomes included recommendations for planning national human resources development, curriculum enhancement, and expansion of cooperation through IAEA technical projects and STAR-NET, a regional network that promotes education and training in nuclear technologies.

    “We are grateful to the IAEA for sending experts to our university to support the development of nuclear energy infrastructure. Their assistance also proved very helpful in designing the educational programme,” said Aizhan Baidildina, an associate professor at the the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University.

    Kazakhstan, which is working with the IAEA to develop the infrastructure to reintroduce nuclear power, aims to complete its first nuclear power reactor in the next eight years. Its construction is expected to provide clean, reliable energy to the Central Asian country of 19 million people. Scientific and technical personnel are also being trained to operate the plant. Kazakhstan has the second largest uranium reserves in the world, accounting for 14 per cent of the global total. The country currently operates research reactors as well as several other nuclear installations related to the front end of the nuclear fuel cycle.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Single-use vapes ban in effect from 1 August02 July 2025 The Minister for Infrastructure has signed a Commencement Order which means it will be illegal to import and supply single-use vapes in Jersey from Friday 1 August 2025. Retailers have until 1 February… Read more

    Source: Channel Islands – Jersey

    02 July 2025

    The Minister for Infrastructure has signed a Commencement Order which means it will be illegal to import and supply single-use vapes in Jersey from Friday 1 August 2025.

    Retailers have until 1 February 2026 to sell existing stocks of single-use vapes. This only applies to single-use vapes that were imported prior to the law coming into force and retailers may be asked to provide evidence of this. After the six-month sell-through period, it will be illegal for retailers to sell any single-use vapes. 

    If an individual bought one or more single-use vapes before the ban, they are still permitted to use them. 

    The ban follows amendments made to the Single-Use Plastics etc. (Restrictions) (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025 approved by the States Assembly in December 2024. This is because of their damaging impact on the environment. The change aims to help tackle the climate emergency and reduce Jersey’s waste. 

    A vape is considered single-use if it meets one or more of the following: 

    • It cannot be reused 
    • It cannot be refilled 
    • Its battery cannot be recharged 
    • Its coil cannot be replaced.

    Vapes that are permitted must be designed to allow all of the above functions. 

    England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland banned the sale and supply of single use vapes from 1 June 2025 with no selling through period. 

    For more information, visit: gov.je/singleuseplastics.​​

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Summer programme of roadworks planned for city

    Source: City of Leicester

    A SERIES of repairs is due to take place on roads across Leicester during the school summer holidays.

    The city council is carrying out the programme of resurfacing work during the school break when there is less traffic on the city’s roads.

    It will involve some temporary road closures and well signposted local diversions while the repairs are carried out.

    Work takes place on Stoughton Drive, between Evington Drive and the Gartree roundabout, from Saturday 12 July, for eight days. The route will be closed in both directions during the work, which is costing around £240,000 and will see 6,750 square metres of road resurfaced.

    On Avenue Road Extension, in Clarendon Park, there will be work between its junctions with Welford Road and Queens Road, from Saturday 19 July, for up to seven days.

    Work will then begin on part of London Road, between its junctions with Mayfield Road and Evington Road, from Saturday 26 July for six days.

    The Portwey and Tailby Avenue, between Hastings Road and Uppingham, Road will be resurfaced from Saturday 2 August, with work expected to take place over six days.

    Roadworks are also planned for parts of Wicklow Drive, King Richards Road, Vulcan Road and Arran Road during August, with all schemes expected to be complete before the schools return on Tuesday 26 August.

    In total, the planned summer roadworks programme will cost just over £1 million and will see over 26,000 square metres of road resurfaced.

    Martin Fletcher, Leicester City Council director of city highways, said: “With the volume of traffic using the city’s roads, repairs and resurfacing work are necessary to keep the road network in good condition.

    “Unfortunately, these works mean temporary road closures and disruption to some drivers, but that is unavoidable.

    “We do try to carry out resurfacing and more disruptive roadworks during the school holidays when traffic is considerably reduced and will do all that we can to ensure that work is completed quickly and that roads can reopen on time.”

    The planned summer roadworks are part of the city council’s annual highway capital maintenance programme that will see over £6 million invested in maintaining and improving the city’s highway infrastructure this year.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Nuclear Energy Education Gets a Boost from the IAEA

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

    The IAEA conducted its first INEAS university mission in April in Ust Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan, a country that is looking to restart its nuclear power programme. The mission — which engaged more than 90 participants from academia, government and industry — laid the ground for the development of a new bachelor’s degree programme in the ‘Operation of Nuclear Power Plants’ at the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University. It included curriculum workshops, technical visits and stakeholder consultations.

    The IAEA also participated in an international forum with 14 expert presentations from Kazakhstan, Belarus and Russia, highlighting international best practices in nuclear education. Key outcomes included recommendations for planning national human resources development, curriculum enhancement, and expansion of cooperation through IAEA technical projects and STAR-NET, a regional network that promotes education and training in nuclear technologies.

    “We are grateful to the IAEA for sending experts to our university to support the development of nuclear energy infrastructure. Their assistance also proved very helpful in designing the educational programme,” said Aizhan Baidildina, an associate professor at the the D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University.

    Kazakhstan, which is working with the IAEA to develop the infrastructure to reintroduce nuclear power, aims to complete its first nuclear power reactor in the next eight years. Its construction is expected to provide clean, reliable energy to the Central Asian country of 19 million people. Scientific and technical personnel are also being trained to operate the plant. Kazakhstan has the second largest uranium reserves in the world, accounting for 14 per cent of the global total. The country currently operates research reactors as well as several other nuclear installations related to the front end of the nuclear fuel cycle.

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