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Arkham Intelligence Inc. is set to launch a crypto derivatives exchange next month. The startup is supported by investors, including OpenAI founder Sam Altman. Arkham is moving its operations from London and New York to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Michael Saylor, founder of MicroStrategy, aims to transform the company into the leading Bitcoin bank. The plan includes developing Bitcoin capital market instruments such as equities, fixed income, and preferred shares. Saylor emphasizes that Bitcoin is the top-performing asset of the century.

Royal Holloway has officially signed the Africa Charter, promoting transformative research collaborations in Africa. The Charter aims to enhance Africa's role in global scientific knowledge production. This initiative aligns with Royal Holloway's strategy for global engagement and partnerships.

Scroll's SCR futures dropped to a record low of $1.18 ahead of its airdrop on Oct. 19. Recent high-profile airdrops have underperformed, causing trader concerns. Notable declines include Wormhole's token down 83%, Hamster Kombat down 72%, and Catizen significantly lower.

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a deal involving 36 Gripen E/F jets sold to Brazil by SAAB Sweden. The contract for these fighters was signed in 2014, following a selection process that took place from 2008 to 2014. Specific details of the DOJ's inquiry have not been disclosed.

Han Kang becomes the first South Korean to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, raising hopes for Korean literature's global recognition. Despite her talent, it took nine years for Han to gain significant international acclaim after her renowned novel "The Vegetarian" was published.

Valve's Steam Deck is set to launch in Australia this November. Announcement made at PAX Australia in Melbourne. Launch comes two years and nine months after the original release. Original 256GB LCD model priced at AU$649 ($437). OLED models: 512GB for AU$899 ($605) and 1TB for AU$1,049 ($706).