<p>After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme <em>60 minutes</em> was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript.</p>

<p>What set tongues wagging was that CBS aired a totally different answer to the same question from what was teased as a <em>60 minutes</em> preview on social media. The clips have now gone viral.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: US Elections: Harris Seeks To Draw Focus On Trump's Health</strong></p>

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<p>The interview fiasco comes amid a media onslaught&nbsp;by Harris, who despite amassing record campaign funds of over a billion dollars, is unable to break into Trump's advantage in opinion polls, particularly in swing states.</p>

<h2><strong>What really happened?</strong></h2>

<p>CBS aired a clip of the exchange between Harris and the host on <em>60 Minutes </em>that aired on October 6. The question was whether the US had any influence over Israel.</p>

<p>Kamala gave a rambling answer which was later described by the Trump camp as a 'word salad'.</p>

<p>"Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region," she said.</p>

<p>Oddly, that answer was different from the clip that aired on <em>60 minutes</em>, where she said, "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end."</p>

<p>Trump jumped at the opportunity to tarnish Harris, saying&nbsp;<em>60 Minutes</em>&nbsp;sliced&nbsp;her answers to questions, "which were virtually incoherent, over and over again, some by as many as four times in a single sentence or thought.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-releases-medical-report-touts-excellent-health-ahead-of-election-766932">Also read: Kamala Harris releases medical report, touts 'excellent health' ahead of US presidential election</a><br />
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Accusing CBS of making illegal changes to Harris look more presidential, Trump said in a post on Truth Social: “This is a stain on the reputation of 60 Minutes that is not recoverable… It is the very definition of FAKE NEWS! ”</p>

<p>Accusing CBS of 'deceptive editing,' Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt called for the full, unedited version of the interview to be released.</p>

<p>"On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala's highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media. During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala's idiotic response," Leavitt said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala's full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air? The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala's sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. What do they, and Kamala, have to hide?," she asked.</p>

<p>Soon, right-wing media, politicians and commentariat also demanded that CBS release the full transcript. The issue became a full-blown meme on social media.</p>

<p>The New York Post editorial board wrote: "Given how awful Harris looked even after CBS chose to deceive its viewers, this may well be the last serious interview she does before Election Day: The network has a clear duty to the public to share the whole thing."</p>

<p>Writing on X, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham called for addressing the idea that the interview may have been "edited in a favorable way" to help Harris.</p>

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<h2><strong>New polls show Harris struggling against Trump</strong></h2>

<p>The interview fiasco came even as new opinion polls released on Sunday (Oct 13) found that while the race is still tight, some of Trump's positions on issues like illegal migration are giving him the advantage.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polling-nostradamus-who-predicted-win-of-kamala-harris-in-us-elections-says-october-surprise-will-not-765139">Also read: Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not...</a></strong></p>

<p>An ABC News-Ipsos poll showed that Harris' majority is fading as she led Trump 50 per cent to 48 per cent as against 51 and 46 in September.</p>

<p>An NBC News poll showed the Democrat and her Republican contender tied at 48 per cent, as opposed to Harris at five points ahead of Trump in September.</p>

<p>A CBS News-YouGov poll showed that Harris was at 51 per cent and&nbsp;Trump at 48 per cent, which is largely unchanged from September.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme 60 minutes was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript.

After allegations that a Kamala Harris interview for the programme 60 minutes was edited creatively by CBS, her Republican rival for White House Donald Trump and several party politicians and commentators are putting pressure on the channel to release the full transcript. What set tongues wagging was that CBS aired a totally different answer to the same question from what was teased as a 60 minutes preview on social media. The clips have now gone viral. Watch: US Elections: Harris Seeks To Draw Focus On Trump's Health × The interview fiasco comes amid a media onslaught by Harris, who despite amassing record campaign funds of over a billion dollars, is unable to break into Trump's advantage in opinion polls, particularly in swing states. What really happened? CBS aired a clip of the exchange between Harris and the host on 60 Minutes that aired on October 6. The question was whether the US had any influence over Israel. Kamala gave a rambling answer which was later described by the Trump camp as a 'word salad'. "Well Bill, the work that we have done has resulted in a number of movements in that region by Israel that were very much prompted by, or a result of, many things, including our advocacy for what needs to happen in the region," she said. Oddly, that answer was different from the clip that aired on 60 minutes, where she said, "We are not going to stop pursuing what is necessary for the United States to be clear about where we stand on the need for this war to end." Trump jumped at the opportunity to tarnish Harris, saying 60 Minutes sliced her answers to questions, "which were virtually incoherent, over and over again, some by as many as four times in a single sentence or thought.” Also read: Kamala Harris releases medical report, touts 'excellent health' ahead of US presidential election Accusing CBS of making illegal changes to Harris look more presidential, Trump said in a post on Truth Social: “This is a stain on the reputation of 60 Minutes that is not recoverable… It is the very definition of FAKE NEWS! ” Accusing CBS of 'deceptive editing,' Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt called for the full, unedited version of the interview to be released. "On Sunday, 60 Minutes teased Kamala's highly-anticipated sit-down interview with one of her worst word salads to date, which received significant criticism on social media. During the full interview on Monday evening, the word salad was deceptively edited to lessen Kamala's idiotic response," Leavitt said. "Why did 60 Minutes choose not to air Kamala's full word salad, and what else did they choose not to air? The American people deserve the full, unedited transcript from Kamala's sit-down interview. We call upon 60 Minutes and CBS to release it. What do they, and Kamala, have to hide?," she asked. Soon, right-wing media, politicians and commentariat also demanded that CBS release the full transcript. The issue became a full-blown meme on social media. The New York Post editorial board wrote: "Given how awful Harris looked even after CBS chose to deceive its viewers, this may well be the last serious interview she does before Election Day: The network has a clear duty to the public to share the whole thing." Writing on X, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham called for addressing the idea that the interview may have been "edited in a favorable way" to help Harris. Totally agree that Vice President Kamala Harris’ 60 Minutes interview transcript should be released in its entirety. The transcript will speak for itself and there is no reason not to clear the air. The idea that @KamalaHarris’ comments may have been edited in a favorable way… https://t.co/QCPChfjTB1 — Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) October 10, 2024 × New polls show Harris struggling against Trump The interview fiasco came even as new opinion polls released on Sunday (Oct 13) found that while the race is still tight, some of Trump's positions on issues like illegal migration are giving him the advantage. Also read: Polling 'Nostradamus', who predicted win of Kamala Harris in US elections, says ‘October surprise’ will not... An ABC News-Ipsos poll showed that Harris' majority is fading as she led Trump 50 per cent to 48 per cent as against 51 and 46 in September. An NBC News poll showed the Democrat and her Republican contender tied at 48 per cent, as opposed to Harris at five points ahead of Trump in September. A CBS News-YouGov poll showed that Harris was at 51 per cent and Trump at 48 per cent, which is largely unchanged from September. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris interview debacle: Demand grows for full transcript as CBS accused of 'deceptive editing' 

<p>The US will send the THAAD anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel, which is widely thought to be preparing a response to Iran for its missile attacks on the Jewish country earlier this month, even as it fights Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza.</p>

<p>The THAAD is a storied missile defence system known for its ability to intercept ballistic missiles. It will boost the already dominant Iron Dome missile defence system of Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin authorised the deployment of the THAAD battery at the direction of President Joe Biden, said Pentagon spokesperson Maj Gen Pat Ryder in a statement on Sunday (Oct 13). Biden said in Florida on Sunday that he agreed to the deployment “to defend Israel.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH: US To Send 'THAAD' Missile Battery To Israel</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>What is THAAD? What are its capabilities? </strong></h2>

<p>THAAD stands for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense.&nbsp;THAAD is one of the most advanced missile defence systems of the US.</p>

<p>It is an integrated air and missile defence system built for the US Army&nbsp;by Lockheed Martin, which describes THAAD as a 'highly effective, combat-proven defence against short, medium and intermediate-range ballistic missile threats.'</p>

<p>THAAD is the only US defence system that can intercept incoming missiles from outside and inside the atmosphere.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US currently has seven THAAD batteries. An eighth system is being built and will be field-ready in 2025.</p>

<p>Each THAAD battery has&nbsp;six launchers mounted on trucks, 48 missile interceptors, as well as radio and radar systems. It takes 95 soldiers to operate one THAAD battery.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ukraine-crisis-us-thaad-vs-russian-s-400-missile-defence-system-451457/ukraine-sends-request-to-us-for-thaad-451451"><strong>Also read: Ukraine crisis: US THAAD vs Russian S-400 missile defence system</strong></a></p>

<p>THAAD can intercept targets up to 200 kilometres away. It mainly intercepts and destroys short-range, medium-range and limited intermediate-range ballistic missiles.</p>

<p>THAAD is operated by the US Army, and the US&nbsp;Missile Defense Agency is responsible for the system.<br />
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Highly mobile and deployable worldwide, THAAD can defend population centres and infrastructure in the area of operation. It is interoperable with&nbsp;<br />
other ballistic missile defence systems like the Patriot system of the US.</p>

<h2><strong>How will the war in Middle East change after THAAD deployment?</strong></h2>

<p>Israel, fighting a multifront war in the Middle East, will get a boost from THAAD as both Hamas and Hezbollah have been firing rockets and missiles across the border.</p>

<p>Israel&nbsp;had done a ground invasion of Lebanon in response to Hezbollah's rocket attacks. It&nbsp;is thought to be preparing a counterstrike against Iran which had dropped up to 180 missiles on October 1, soon after Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Iran-backed group Hezbollah, was killed by Israel in Lebanon.</p>

<p>The US has been pressing Israel to spare the nuclear and energy facilities of Iran, given the potential ramifications for the global economy.</p>

<p>Iran has already warned the US against sending its military to the region.</p>

<p>The presence of THAAD and the US troops will add more fire to the conflict and risk an all-out-war despite diplomatic efforts to contain the tensions.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/how-israels-iron-dome-missile-defence-system-intercepts-rockets-fired-by-hamas-384586">Also read: How Israel's Iron Dome missile defence system intercepts rockets fired by Hamas</a></strong><br />
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Last year after the October 7 Hamas terror attack on Israel, the US deployed a THAAD battery to the Middle East, in addition to the Patriot defence system to protect American military assets in the region.</p>

<p>In 2019, the US had sent a THAAD battery to Israel for training purposes, Ryder said.</p>

<p>Israel earlier had the American Patriot defence system for a decade, which has been retired recently.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The US will send the THAAD anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel, which is widely thought to be preparing a response to Iran for its missile attacks on the Jewish country earlier this month, even as it fights Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza.

The US will send the THAAD anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel, which is widely thought to be preparing a response to Iran for its missile attacks on the Jewish country earlier this month, even as it fights Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza. The THAAD is a storied missile defence system known for its ability to intercept ballistic missiles. It will boost the already dominant Iron Dome missile defence system of Israel. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin authorised the deployment of the THAAD battery at the direction of President Joe Biden, said Pentagon spokesperson Maj Gen Pat Ryder in a statement on Sunday (Oct 13). Biden said in Florida on Sunday that he agreed to the deployment “to defend Israel.” WATCH: US To Send 'THAAD' Missile Battery To Israel × What is THAAD? What are its capabilities? THAAD stands for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense. THAAD is one of the most advanced missile defence systems of the US. It is an integrated air and missile defence system built for the US Army by Lockheed Martin, which describes THAAD as a 'highly effective, combat-proven defence against short, medium and intermediate-range ballistic missile threats.' THAAD is the only US defence system that can intercept incoming missiles from outside and inside the atmosphere. The US currently has seven THAAD batteries. An eighth system is being built and will be field-ready in 2025. Each THAAD battery has six launchers mounted on trucks, 48 missile interceptors, as well as radio and radar systems. It takes 95 soldiers to operate one THAAD battery. Also read: Ukraine crisis: US THAAD vs Russian S-400 missile defence system THAAD can intercept targets up to 200 kilometres away. It mainly intercepts and destroys short-range, medium-range and limited intermediate-range ballistic missiles. THAAD is operated by the US Army, and the US Missile Defense Agency is responsible for the system. Highly mobile and deployable worldwide, THAAD can defend population centres and infrastructure in the area of operation. It is interoperable with other ballistic missile defence systems like the Patriot system of the US. How will the war in Middle East change after THAAD deployment? Israel, fighting a multifront war in the Middle East, will get a boost from THAAD as both Hamas and Hezbollah have been firing rockets and missiles across the border. Israel had done a ground invasion of Lebanon in response to Hezbollah's rocket attacks. It is thought to be preparing a counterstrike against Iran which had dropped up to 180 missiles on October 1, soon after Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Iran-backed group Hezbollah, was killed by Israel in Lebanon. The US has been pressing Israel to spare the nuclear and energy facilities of Iran, given the potential ramifications for the global economy. Iran has already warned the US against sending its military to the region. The presence of THAAD and the US troops will add more fire to the conflict and risk an all-out-war despite diplomatic efforts to contain the tensions. Also read: How Israel's Iron Dome missile defence system intercepts rockets fired by Hamas Last year after the October 7 Hamas terror attack on Israel, the US deployed a THAAD battery to the Middle East, in addition to the Patriot defence system to protect American military assets in the region. In 2019, the US had sent a THAAD battery to Israel for training purposes, Ryder said. Israel earlier had the American Patriot defence system for a decade, which has been retired recently. (With inputs from agencies)

US to send THAAD to Israel. What you should know about this powerful missile defence system

<p><strong>Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, </strong>an Afghan man who was arrested for plotting an Islamic State-inspired&nbsp; terror attack targeting US presidential election, had once worked with CIA, multiple American media outlets reported.</p>

<p>According to the reports, it is not clear if the 27-year old was radicalised before or after he came to the US after the American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan as Taliban took over the reins at the end of a bloody war of over 20 years.</p>

<p><strong>US Elections: Afghan Man Arrested For Plotting US Election Day Attack</strong></p>

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<p>Tawhedi reportedly worked as a security guard for the Central Intelligence Agency,&nbsp; and arrived in the US in September 2021.</p>

<p>He was arrested on Monday (Oct 7) from Oklahoma City for the terror plot&nbsp;inspired by the Islamic State group.</p>

<h2><strong>The US Election Day terror attack plot</strong></h2>

<p>According to US court documents, Tawhedi and other suspects including his juvenile brother-in-law planned a shooting attack on large gatherings during Election Day, November 5, when Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will fight for the White House.</p>

<p>The conspirators sold their home and belongings and bought firearms to carry out the attack, including two AK-47 rifles which they got just before their arrest, said the documents unsealed on Tuesday (Oct 8).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/openai-says-cybercriminals-using-chatgpt-to-influence-us-elections-766330"><strong>Also read: OpenAI says cybercriminals using ChatGPT to influence US elections</strong></a><br />
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Tawhedi reportedly searched online for access to surveillance and security cameras in the US capital Washington DC. In July, he checked webcams that show the White House and the Washington Monument. He also looked for states in the US where gun laws were relaxed.</p>

<p>He told the investigators the plotters expected to achieve martyrdom,&nbsp;said the court documents.</p>

<p>Tawhedi, who is currently in custody, had accessed ISIS propaganda and send money to a charity run by the terror group.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-says-his-youngest-daughter-tiffany-is-pregnant-766509">Also read: Donald Trump says his youngest daughter Tiffany is pregnant</a></strong></p>

<p>He entered the US under the so-called humanitarian parole route and later applied for a Special Immigrant Visa, which is given to&nbsp;those who worked with US forces in Afghanistan and Iraq.</p>

<p>Tawhedi is expected to appear for a hearing on October 17.</p>

<p>On Thursday, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Afghan nationals who entered the US were screened and vetted by intelligence, law enforcement and counterterrorism professionals.</p>

<p>"With every new information that emerges that if that individual could pose a threat to public safety, we take immediate action," she added, without answering specific questions about the terror plot.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, an Afghan man who was arrested for plotting an Islamic State-inspired terror attack targeting US presidential election, had once worked with CIA, multiple American media outlets reported.

Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, an Afghan man who was arrested for plotting an Islamic State-inspired terror attack targeting US presidential election, had once worked with CIA, multiple American media outlets reported. According to the reports, it is not clear if the 27-year old was radicalised before or after he came to the US after the American troop withdrawal from Afghanistan as Taliban took over the reins at the end of a bloody war of over 20 years. US Elections: Afghan Man Arrested For Plotting US Election Day Attack × Tawhedi reportedly worked as a security guard for the Central Intelligence Agency, and arrived in the US in September 2021. He was arrested on Monday (Oct 7) from Oklahoma City for the terror plot inspired by the Islamic State group. The US Election Day terror attack plot According to US court documents, Tawhedi and other suspects including his juvenile brother-in-law planned a shooting attack on large gatherings during Election Day, November 5, when Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will fight for the White House. The conspirators sold their home and belongings and bought firearms to carry out the attack, including two AK-47 rifles which they got just before their arrest, said the documents unsealed on Tuesday (Oct 8). Also read: OpenAI says cybercriminals using ChatGPT to influence US elections Tawhedi reportedly searched online for access to surveillance and security cameras in the US capital Washington DC. In July, he checked webcams that show the White House and the Washington Monument. He also looked for states in the US where gun laws were relaxed. He told the investigators the plotters expected to achieve martyrdom, said the court documents. Tawhedi, who is currently in custody, had accessed ISIS propaganda and send money to a charity run by the terror group. Also read: Donald Trump says his youngest daughter Tiffany is pregnant He entered the US under the so-called humanitarian parole route and later applied for a Special Immigrant Visa, which is given to those who worked with US forces in Afghanistan and Iraq. Tawhedi is expected to appear for a hearing on October 17. On Thursday, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Afghan nationals who entered the US were screened and vetted by intelligence, law enforcement and counterterrorism professionals. "With every new information that emerges that if that individual could pose a threat to public safety, we take immediate action," she added, without answering specific questions about the terror plot. (With inputs from agencies)

US election terror attack plot: Afghan suspect Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi once worked with CIA - Reports

<p>China has detained four staffers of the Taiwanese iPhone maker company Foxconn, a move described by Taiwan as 'quite strange', reports said on Friday (Oct 11).</p>

<p>Foxconn is the world's largest iPhone producer for the American tech behemoth Apple.</p>

<p>The four Foxconn employees were held in mainland China. Reuters news agency quoted a statement from Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council as saying that they were held in Zhengzhou on suspicion of 'breach of trust'.</p>

<p>Foxconn, whose official name is&nbsp;Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, has a&nbsp;major iPhone assembly plant in Zhengzhou.</p>

<p>"The circumstances of this case are quite strange," Reuters quoted the Taiwanese agency as saying.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Chinese Naval Flotilla Takes Offensive Positions Against Taiwan In Last 9 Days</strong></p>

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<p>It said the case may be linked to graft and abuse of power by some Chinese security officials, without providing further details, Reuters said in the report.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/taiwan-to-open-new-office-in-mumbai-on-october-16-765732">Also read: &nbsp;Taiwan to open new office in Mumbai on October 16</a></strong></p>

<p>The council quoted Foxconn as saying that the company didn't suffer any losses, and that the detained staff did "nothing to harm" its interests.</p>

<p>"This has seriously damaged the confidence of companies. We call on relevant departments on the other side of the Taiwan Strait to investigate and deal with it as soon as possible," it&nbsp;added, as per Reuters.</p>

<p>The developments comes months after a travel advisory issued by Taiwan to its citizens against non-essential travel to China.</p>

<p>The warning in June came after China threatened to execute those who supported the independence of Taiwan, a democracy that Beijing considers its territory that should be annexed by force if necessary.</p>

<p>The news of detention of the Foxconn staff also came just hours after the new Taiwanese president said his country would resist annexation attempts by Bejing.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-president-lai-vows-to-resist-annexation-amid-chinas-growing-pressure-766370">Also read: Taiwan President Lai vows to resist annexation amid China's growing pressure</a></strong></p>

<p>President William Lai said he would "uphold the commitment to resist annexation or encroachment upon our sovereignty," in a high-profile public adderss just months after taking office.</p>

<p>Companies based out of Taiwan, a powerhouse in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, have billions of dollars invested in mainland China.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


China has detained four staffers of the Taiwanese iPhone maker company Foxconn, a move described by Taiwan as 'quite strange', reports said on Friday (Oct 11). Foxconn is the world's largest iPhone producer for the American tech behemoth Apple.

China has detained four staffers of the Taiwanese iPhone maker company Foxconn, a move described by Taiwan as 'quite strange', reports said on Friday (Oct 11). Foxconn is the world's largest iPhone producer for the American tech behemoth Apple. The four Foxconn employees were held in mainland China. Reuters news agency quoted a statement from Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council as saying that they were held in Zhengzhou on suspicion of 'breach of trust'. Foxconn, whose official name is Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, has a major iPhone assembly plant in Zhengzhou. "The circumstances of this case are quite strange," Reuters quoted the Taiwanese agency as saying. Watch: Chinese Naval Flotilla Takes Offensive Positions Against Taiwan In Last 9 Days × It said the case may be linked to graft and abuse of power by some Chinese security officials, without providing further details, Reuters said in the report. Also read: Taiwan to open new office in Mumbai on October 16 The council quoted Foxconn as saying that the company didn't suffer any losses, and that the detained staff did "nothing to harm" its interests. "This has seriously damaged the confidence of companies. We call on relevant departments on the other side of the Taiwan Strait to investigate and deal with it as soon as possible," it added, as per Reuters. The developments comes months after a travel advisory issued by Taiwan to its citizens against non-essential travel to China. The warning in June came after China threatened to execute those who supported the independence of Taiwan, a democracy that Beijing considers its territory that should be annexed by force if necessary. The news of detention of the Foxconn staff also came just hours after the new Taiwanese president said his country would resist annexation attempts by Bejing. Also read: Taiwan President Lai vows to resist annexation amid China's growing pressure President William Lai said he would "uphold the commitment to resist annexation or encroachment upon our sovereignty," in a high-profile public adderss just months after taking office. Companies based out of Taiwan, a powerhouse in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing, have billions of dollars invested in mainland China. (With inputs from agencies)

China detains 4 staff of iPhone maker Foxconn, Taiwan calls move 'strange': Politically motivated?

<p>The US has recalled 10-million pounds of meat and poultry products this week due to fears of listeria contamination. The ready-to-eat packs of chicken suspected to have been contaminated by listeria monocytogenes bacteria were made by the food company BrucePac, according to reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The issue was found during routine checks by the US agriculture department's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on BrucePac's&nbsp;products, multiple media outlets reported.</p>

<p>The ready-to-eat packs were made between June 19 and October 8 this year and&nbsp;had been sent to restaurants and other establishments across the nation.</p>

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<p>Authorities fear that these products may have reached some consumers.</p>

<p>The recalled items bear establishment numbers “51205 or P-51205” near the USDA inspection mark. The food safety authorities advised restaurants and other establishments not to use or serve these products.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-cdc-advises-people-to-avoid-eating-deli-meat-as-it-probes-listeria-outbreak-742782"><strong>Also read: US CDC advises people to avoid eating deli meat as it probes Listeria outbreak</strong></a></p>

<p>They should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase, they said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is Listeria?</strong></h2>

<p>Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause the serious infection known as listeriosis. In rare cases, listeriosis can lead to sudden death.</p>

<p>It can affect people of all ages, particularly pregnant women, newborns, old people and those with weak immunity.</p>

<p>The bacteria is often present in contaminated food, particularly off-the-counter and ready-to-eat meats and sweets.</p>

<p>Listeria can be found in unpasterused milk and dairy products as well as some fish and seafood products.</p>

<p>It can sustain itself in low temperatures, even inside refrigerators and freezers, making it difficult to trace or eradicate.</p>

<p>Also, what makes it difficult to detect is that the contaminated food might appear and smell normal.</p>

<p>Listerioisis can lead to serious health issues. It is known to cause menigitis, miscarriages, premature deliveray and stillbirth.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cadbury-chocolates-being-recalled-in-uk-over-fears-they-might-cause-rare-but-dangerous-disease-588217"><strong>Also read: Cadbury recalls products in UK over fears they might cause ‘rare but dangerous’ disease</strong></a></p>

<p>Preventive methods against listeria inlcude heating or cooking food thoroughly, and avoiding contaminated or risky food items, particularly pre-cooked or ready-to-eat ones.</p>

<p>It may take up to 70 days for the symptoms to show. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea, fever, msucle pain, head ache, and stiff neck.</p>

<p>If you suspect that you've consumed listeria-infected food, immediately seek medical attention. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Treatment varies depending on severity of infection. Mild infection can be treated with rest and fluid intake. Severe cases might require antibiotic treatment and hospitalisation.</p>

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The US has recalled 10-million pounds of meat and poultry products this week due to fears of listeria contamination. The ready-to-eat packs of chicken suspected to have been contaminated by listeria monocytogenes bacteria were made by the food company BrucePac, according to reports.

The US has recalled 10-million pounds of meat and poultry products this week due to fears of listeria contamination. The ready-to-eat packs of chicken suspected to have been contaminated by listeria monocytogenes bacteria were made by the food company BrucePac, according to reports. The issue was found during routine checks by the US agriculture department's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) on BrucePac's products, multiple media outlets reported. The ready-to-eat packs were made between June 19 and October 8 this year and had been sent to restaurants and other establishments across the nation. Watch: Bacterial infection causing sudden deaths: Here's what you should know | Gravitas × Authorities fear that these products may have reached some consumers. The recalled items bear establishment numbers “51205 or P-51205” near the USDA inspection mark. The food safety authorities advised restaurants and other establishments not to use or serve these products. Also read: US CDC advises people to avoid eating deli meat as it probes Listeria outbreak They should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase, they said. What is Listeria? Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause the serious infection known as listeriosis. In rare cases, listeriosis can lead to sudden death. It can affect people of all ages, particularly pregnant women, newborns, old people and those with weak immunity. The bacteria is often present in contaminated food, particularly off-the-counter and ready-to-eat meats and sweets. Listeria can be found in unpasterused milk and dairy products as well as some fish and seafood products. It can sustain itself in low temperatures, even inside refrigerators and freezers, making it difficult to trace or eradicate. Also, what makes it difficult to detect is that the contaminated food might appear and smell normal. Listerioisis can lead to serious health issues. It is known to cause menigitis, miscarriages, premature deliveray and stillbirth. Also read: Cadbury recalls products in UK over fears they might cause ‘rare but dangerous’ disease Preventive methods against listeria inlcude heating or cooking food thoroughly, and avoiding contaminated or risky food items, particularly pre-cooked or ready-to-eat ones. It may take up to 70 days for the symptoms to show. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea, fever, msucle pain, head ache, and stiff neck. If you suspect that you've consumed listeria-infected food, immediately seek medical attention. Treatment varies depending on severity of infection. Mild infection can be treated with rest and fluid intake. Severe cases might require antibiotic treatment and hospitalisation. (With inputs from agencies)

What is listeria? 10mn pounds of meat, poultry recalled in US over fears of outbreak. What you should know

<p>Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new version of the humanoid robot Optimus Gen 2, which&nbsp;showed off their dancing skills at an event that also saw the launch of Cybercab, the company's new robotaxi and a robovan.</p>

<p>Musk described Optimus as the 'biggest product ever' that can do everyday human tasks, with an accompanying promo film showing the robots serving drinks and cleaning kitchens in households among other things.</p>

<p>At the event billed "We, Robot,"&nbsp;a fleet of the new Optimus Gen 2 robots walked on stage. At the close, they even showed off some dance moves.</p>

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<p>Musk introduced the new version of the robots saying they could do anything, from walking dogs to playing table games and mowing lawns and even babysitting.</p>

<p>He said that Optimus Gen 2 robots will cost around $30,000 which is an optimistic projection given that many cars these days are sold at that price.</p>

<p>Musk said the promo film is not a canned video, but Optimus will 'walk among you' soon.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Tesla scouts for showroom locations in major Indian cities</strong></p>

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<p>The event on Thursday (Oct 10) evening in California also showed off the wing-like doors and futuristic sleek design of the Cybercab robotaxi, minus the pedals and steering wheel. It also featured the 20-seater robovan.</p>

<p>At the same event, Musk&nbsp;hinted that Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y cars will have fully autonomous features by 2025, pending regulators' nod.</p>

<p>But regulatory issues remain, with some of Tesla's self-driving models involved in crashes in spite of advanced sensors and radars in the cars.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/autonews/tesla-and-musk-prevail-in-shareholder-lawsuit-over-self-driving-claims-763577">Also read: Tesla and Musk prevail in shareholder lawsuit over self-driving claims</a></strong><br />
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The cybercab also came after several delays. It was set for release in August but got delayed due to design changes. Rival companies like Waymo have already launched their robotaxis.</p>

<p>The robotaxi sector itself is not in good shape, particularly due to traffic incidents that raise questions about the viability of such driverless options.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tesla-deliveries-continue-to-fall-in-2024-736880">Also read: Tesla deliveries continue to fall in 2024</a></strong></p>

<p>While he said commuting sucks today, the Tesla chief stressed the safety and profitability of self-driving vehicles, saying owners could rent off the robotaxis.</p>

<p>The cybercab which is expected to cost under $30,000 will start production only before 2027, which raised concerns about possible delays which Tesla is known for.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I tend to be optimistic with time frames," Musk said humorously.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new version of the humanoid robot Optimus Gen 2, which showed off their dancing skills at an event that also saw the launch of Cybercab, the company's new robotaxi and a robovan.

Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's new version of the humanoid robot Optimus Gen 2, which showed off their dancing skills at an event that also saw the launch of Cybercab, the company's new robotaxi and a robovan. Musk described Optimus as the 'biggest product ever' that can do everyday human tasks, with an accompanying promo film showing the robots serving drinks and cleaning kitchens in households among other things. At the event billed "We, Robot," a fleet of the new Optimus Gen 2 robots walked on stage. At the close, they even showed off some dance moves. pic.twitter.com/VK9vlGF0Ms — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 11, 2024 × Musk introduced the new version of the robots saying they could do anything, from walking dogs to playing table games and mowing lawns and even babysitting. He said that Optimus Gen 2 robots will cost around $30,000 which is an optimistic projection given that many cars these days are sold at that price. Musk said the promo film is not a canned video, but Optimus will 'walk among you' soon. Watch: Tesla scouts for showroom locations in major Indian cities × The event on Thursday (Oct 10) evening in California also showed off the wing-like doors and futuristic sleek design of the Cybercab robotaxi, minus the pedals and steering wheel. It also featured the 20-seater robovan. At the same event, Musk hinted that Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y cars will have fully autonomous features by 2025, pending regulators' nod. But regulatory issues remain, with some of Tesla's self-driving models involved in crashes in spite of advanced sensors and radars in the cars. Also read: Tesla and Musk prevail in shareholder lawsuit over self-driving claims The cybercab also came after several delays. It was set for release in August but got delayed due to design changes. Rival companies like Waymo have already launched their robotaxis. The robotaxi sector itself is not in good shape, particularly due to traffic incidents that raise questions about the viability of such driverless options. Also read: Tesla deliveries continue to fall in 2024 While he said commuting sucks today, the Tesla chief stressed the safety and profitability of self-driving vehicles, saying owners could rent off the robotaxis. The cybercab which is expected to cost under $30,000 will start production only before 2027, which raised concerns about possible delays which Tesla is known for. "I tend to be optimistic with time frames," Musk said humorously. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Elon Musk reveals Optimus Gen 2 humanoid robots at Tesla event, and they can dance too!

<p>In the year 2000, it was predicted that the person who will live for more than 150 years had already been born. That bold assertion came from confidence that medical advancements in the 20th century would lead to increase in life expectancy.</p>

<p>But that's changing, with a new analysis showing that there is a major slowdown in life expectancy improvements in last three decades.</p>

<p>The study published in Nature journal analysed death data from the longest-living populations in the world to reach this concluson.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Gravitas: New miracle drug boosts lifespan, fights aging effects on mice: New study</strong></p>

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<p>Life expectancy had gone up by around 30 years in the 20th century in high-income countries, thanks to improved public health access and medical innovations.</p>

<p>But the study said that in the 21st century, only five per cent of males and 15 per cent of females born in areas with high life expectency would reach 100 years.</p>

<p>"Since 1990, improvements overall in life expectancy have decelerated," said the study, adding that, unless the processes of biological aging can be markedly slowed, "radical human life extension is implausible in this century."<br />
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Led by Jay Olshansky, the researchers analysed data from countries like Japan, Australia, and several European nations, specifically&nbsp;in areas known longevity.</p>

<p>The study into death data of 1990 to 2019 from nine of these areas found that life expectancy increased by just 6.5 years in this period.</p>

<p>There was a decline in improvements since 1990, with life expectancy actually falling in tthe US.</p>

<p>The way of achieveing better life expectancy is through breakthroughs in anti-ageing therapies, and new medicines that address bilogical processes as opposed to teaching age-related diseases, said the study authors.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/study-shows-strong-links-between-losing-loved-ones-and-ageing-745671">Also read: Study shows 'strong links' between losing loved ones and biological ageing</a></strong><br />
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Olshansky, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Illinois at Chicago warned that people should not assume they will live to 100.</p>

<p>“If you’re planning for retirement, it’s probably not a good idea to assume you’re going to make it to 100,” Olshansky was quoted as saying in The Guardian.</p>

<p>“You’d probably have to work for at least 10 years longer than you’d think. And you want to enjoy the last phase of your life, you don’t necessarily want to spend it working to save for time you’re not going to experience,” he said.</p>

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In the year 2000, it was predicted that the person who will live for more than 150 years had already been born. That bold assertion came from confidence that medical advancements in the 20th century would lead to increase in life expectancy.

In the year 2000, it was predicted that the person who will live for more than 150 years had already been born. That bold assertion came from confidence that medical advancements in the 20th century would lead to increase in life expectancy. But that's changing, with a new analysis showing that there is a major slowdown in life expectancy improvements in last three decades. The study published in Nature journal analysed death data from the longest-living populations in the world to reach this concluson. Watch: Gravitas: New miracle drug boosts lifespan, fights aging effects on mice: New study × Life expectancy had gone up by around 30 years in the 20th century in high-income countries, thanks to improved public health access and medical innovations. But the study said that in the 21st century, only five per cent of males and 15 per cent of females born in areas with high life expectency would reach 100 years. "Since 1990, improvements overall in life expectancy have decelerated," said the study, adding that, unless the processes of biological aging can be markedly slowed, "radical human life extension is implausible in this century." Also read: When does ageing really kick in? Scientists find two specific ages when signs show up. They are... Led by Jay Olshansky, the researchers analysed data from countries like Japan, Australia, and several European nations, specifically in areas known longevity. The study into death data of 1990 to 2019 from nine of these areas found that life expectancy increased by just 6.5 years in this period. There was a decline in improvements since 1990, with life expectancy actually falling in tthe US. The way of achieveing better life expectancy is through breakthroughs in anti-ageing therapies, and new medicines that address bilogical processes as opposed to teaching age-related diseases, said the study authors. Also read: Study shows 'strong links' between losing loved ones and biological ageing Olshansky, a professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Illinois at Chicago warned that people should not assume they will live to 100. “If you’re planning for retirement, it’s probably not a good idea to assume you’re going to make it to 100,” Olshansky was quoted as saying in The Guardian. “You’d probably have to work for at least 10 years longer than you’d think. And you want to enjoy the last phase of your life, you don’t necessarily want to spend it working to save for time you’re not going to experience,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Will you live beyond 100? Unlikely, warn scientists who see longevity falling in areas known for centenarians

<p><strong>Predator drones for India:</strong>&nbsp;The Indian government on Wednesday (Oct 9)&nbsp;approved the buying of predator drones from the US in a deal worth over $3 billion, according to news wire agency ANI.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The country's Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the acquisition of 31 predator drones, of the MQ-9B series, from the American defence company General Atomics.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Indian Army Unveils Him-Drone-A-Thon 2: Revolutionising Military Ops In High-Altitude Areas</strong></p>

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<p>The purchase, according to the report, will be done via a government-to-government deal valued at $3.1 billion.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The acquisition is mainly driven by the Indian Navy and was given the green light after consultations with various government departments, including the Ministry of Finance.</p>

<p>The Indian Navy will get 16 of the drones, with the rest going to the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, according to the report, which said the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is tight-lipped about the deal.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-armys-him-drone-a-thon-2-to-test-made-in-india-drones-at-high-altitudes-759840"><strong>Also read: Indian Army’s ‘HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2’ to test made-in-India drones at high-altitudes</strong></a><br />
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Some of these drones will be assembled locally with 30 per cent of the components sourced from Indian defence industry firms, it said.</p>

<h2><strong>What does the Predator drone deal mean for India?</strong></h2>

<p>The predator drones, which can be armed with&nbsp;Hellfire missiles, GBU-39B precision-guided bombs and high-fire rotary cannons, have high endurance in difficult terrain.</p>

<p>They can operate at high altitudes and carry advanced weaponry, with better surveillance capabilities than the P-8I aircraft made by Boeing.</p>

<p>Their acquisition will enhance the maritime surveillance capabilities of the Indian Navy, particularly in strategically significant waters stretching&nbsp;from the Gulf of Aden to the Sunda Straits, according to the HT report.</p>

<p>The Navy plans to use the Predator drones to monitor and counter threats arising from illicit maritime activities, and Chinese surveillance vessels in the Indian Ocean, as per&nbsp;the report.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-us-origin-mq-9b-drone-costing-150mn-crashes-off-chennai-759911">Also read:India: US-origin MQ-9B drone costing $150mn crashes off Chennai</a></strong></p>

<p>The drones can potentially be used by the Indian Air Force and Army to strike critical infrastructure and high-value targets too.</p>

<p>The proposed acquisition takes place amid a perceived need to improve India's aerial responses even as China is advancing its drone technologies and supporting India's regional rival Pakistan, the report pointed out.</p>

<h2><strong>What are Predator drones?</strong></h2>

<p>Developed by US defence firm General Atomics, Predators are a series of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) used by the American military for surveillance and targeted strikes, hence the name 'hunter-killer'.</p>

<p>The drones, launched in the 1990s, and a crucial war machine for the US military.</p>

<p>Their advanced sensors and cameras can give real-time video and intelligence data. Predator drone operators can monitor enemy movements and gather critical information without risking human lives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Predators can fly at altitudes of up to 25,000 feet for long periods and more importantly, carry precision-guided munitions like Hellfire missiles.</p>

<p>Their high accuracy has allowed for strikes against high-value targets without boots on the ground and minimal collateral damage, but there have been times when civilians have died in Predator strikes.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Predator drones for India: The Indian government on Wednesday (Oct 9) approved the buying of predator drones from the US in a deal worth over $3 billion, according to news wire agency ANI.

Predator drones for India: The Indian government on Wednesday (Oct 9) approved the buying of predator drones from the US in a deal worth over $3 billion, according to news wire agency ANI. The country's Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the acquisition of 31 predator drones, of the MQ-9B series, from the American defence company General Atomics. Watch: Indian Army Unveils Him-Drone-A-Thon 2: Revolutionising Military Ops In High-Altitude Areas × The purchase, according to the report, will be done via a government-to-government deal valued at $3.1 billion. The acquisition is mainly driven by the Indian Navy and was given the green light after consultations with various government departments, including the Ministry of Finance. The Indian Navy will get 16 of the drones, with the rest going to the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, according to the report, which said the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is tight-lipped about the deal. Also read: Indian Army’s ‘HIM-DRONE-A-THON 2’ to test made-in-India drones at high-altitudes Some of these drones will be assembled locally with 30 per cent of the components sourced from Indian defence industry firms, it said. What does the Predator drone deal mean for India? The predator drones, which can be armed with Hellfire missiles, GBU-39B precision-guided bombs and high-fire rotary cannons, have high endurance in difficult terrain. They can operate at high altitudes and carry advanced weaponry, with better surveillance capabilities than the P-8I aircraft made by Boeing. Their acquisition will enhance the maritime surveillance capabilities of the Indian Navy, particularly in strategically significant waters stretching from the Gulf of Aden to the Sunda Straits, according to the HT report. The Navy plans to use the Predator drones to monitor and counter threats arising from illicit maritime activities, and Chinese surveillance vessels in the Indian Ocean, as per the report. Also read:India: US-origin MQ-9B drone costing $150mn crashes off Chennai The drones can potentially be used by the Indian Air Force and Army to strike critical infrastructure and high-value targets too. The proposed acquisition takes place amid a perceived need to improve India's aerial responses even as China is advancing its drone technologies and supporting India's regional rival Pakistan, the report pointed out. What are Predator drones? Developed by US defence firm General Atomics, Predators are a series of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) used by the American military for surveillance and targeted strikes, hence the name 'hunter-killer'. The drones, launched in the 1990s, and a crucial war machine for the US military. Their advanced sensors and cameras can give real-time video and intelligence data. Predator drone operators can monitor enemy movements and gather critical information without risking human lives. Predators can fly at altitudes of up to 25,000 feet for long periods and more importantly, carry precision-guided munitions like Hellfire missiles. Their high accuracy has allowed for strikes against high-value targets without boots on the ground and minimal collateral damage, but there have been times when civilians have died in Predator strikes. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian govt approves acquisition of 31 Predator drones from US. What are they?

<p>India is set to build two nuclear-powered attack submarines or SSNs, as China, the world's biggest Navy, flexes its Naval power in the region's maritime waters.&nbsp;&nbsp;The two SSNs will have a combined cost of around $3.6 billion.</p>

<p>Building of these two vessels at the Ship Building Centre in the southern port of Vishakhapatnam will be done on a public-private partnership deal, which will see involvement of firms like Larsen and Toubro.</p>

<p>The SSNs are part of India's Advanced Technology Vessel project and will be in addition to the five nuclear submarines being built under the Arihant class at the same port.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two SSNs will have 90 per cent local components and are not expected to be operational till at least 2040.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-govt-set-to-approve-acquisition-of-31-predator-drones-from-us-says-report-what-are-they-765816">Also read: Indian govt approves acquisition of 31 Predator drones from US. What are they?</a></strong><br />
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<strong>How India compares with China on submarines</strong></h2>

<p>China is the largest Navy in the world at present, with at least 370 ships. It has 70 submarines, of which 12 are SSNs.&nbsp;China is continuing to expand its nuclear submarines for regional dominance in waters ranging from Indian Ocean to Taiwan to South China Sea and beyond.</p>

<p>Clearly, there is an imbalance in Naval power when one compares India and China.</p>

<p>India has 18 submarines, two of them nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines or SSBNs. Out of these, 16 submarines in the Kalvari, Sindhugosh and Shishumar class are diesel-electric powered. The two SSBNs belonging to the Arihant class are powered by enriched uranium.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: US Approves $175 Million Defence Deal To India, India To Get Lightweight Torpedoes</strong></p>

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<p>India's cabinet committee on security approved the new SSNs on Wednesday (Oct 9) to address this issue, five years after the Indian Navy proposed the building of these war machines domestically.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It comes after the lease expired in 2021 for the Russian Akula-class submarines. India and Russia could not reach a deal on leasing another Akula submarine due to the war in Ukraine and changing geopolitical equations in the Eruasian region.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/key-highlights-of-indias-defence-budget-highest-allocation-ever-30-boost-to-bro-and-more-743475"><strong>Also read: Key highlights of India's defence budget: Highest allocation ever, 30% boost to BRO and more</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Why are nuclear-powered attack submarines or SSNs crucial for India?</strong></h2>

<p>Currently, besides China, only a few nations have nuclear attack submarines, including the US, Russia, and France.</p>

<p>SSNs have better endurance and stealth capabilities as opposed to legacy submarines that are diesel-electric powered.</p>

<p>They are faster, quieter, difficult to detect and can remain under water for long periods of time.</p>

<p>They have better tactical capabilities, being able to engage enemy vessels effectively both in offensive and defensive situations.</p>

<p>The addition of the SSNs will be a boost to the ageing submarine fleet of the South Asian nation, whose acquisitions began in the 1980s.</p>

<p>India is also reportedly seeking technology cooperation with France for its nuclear-powered submarines, specifically on nuclear reactors.</p>

<p>Having the attack submarines powered by nuclear energy will enhance India's deterrence and operational capacity, as well as bolster its underwater fighting power.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India is set to build two nuclear-powered attack submarines or SSNs, as China, the world's biggest Navy, flexes its Naval power in the region's maritime waters. The two SSNs will have a combined cost of around $3.

India is set to build two nuclear-powered attack submarines or SSNs, as China, the world's biggest Navy, flexes its Naval power in the region's maritime waters. The two SSNs will have a combined cost of around $3.6 billion. Building of these two vessels at the Ship Building Centre in the southern port of Vishakhapatnam will be done on a public-private partnership deal, which will see involvement of firms like Larsen and Toubro. The SSNs are part of India's Advanced Technology Vessel project and will be in addition to the five nuclear submarines being built under the Arihant class at the same port. The two SSNs will have 90 per cent local components and are not expected to be operational till at least 2040. Also read: Indian govt approves acquisition of 31 Predator drones from US. What are they? How India compares with China on submarines China is the largest Navy in the world at present, with at least 370 ships. It has 70 submarines, of which 12 are SSNs. China is continuing to expand its nuclear submarines for regional dominance in waters ranging from Indian Ocean to Taiwan to South China Sea and beyond. Clearly, there is an imbalance in Naval power when one compares India and China. India has 18 submarines, two of them nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines or SSBNs. Out of these, 16 submarines in the Kalvari, Sindhugosh and Shishumar class are diesel-electric powered. The two SSBNs belonging to the Arihant class are powered by enriched uranium. Watch: US Approves $175 Million Defence Deal To India, India To Get Lightweight Torpedoes × India's cabinet committee on security approved the new SSNs on Wednesday (Oct 9) to address this issue, five years after the Indian Navy proposed the building of these war machines domestically. It comes after the lease expired in 2021 for the Russian Akula-class submarines. India and Russia could not reach a deal on leasing another Akula submarine due to the war in Ukraine and changing geopolitical equations in the Eruasian region. Also read: Key highlights of India's defence budget: Highest allocation ever, 30% boost to BRO and more Why are nuclear-powered attack submarines or SSNs crucial for India? Currently, besides China, only a few nations have nuclear attack submarines, including the US, Russia, and France. SSNs have better endurance and stealth capabilities as opposed to legacy submarines that are diesel-electric powered. They are faster, quieter, difficult to detect and can remain under water for long periods of time. They have better tactical capabilities, being able to engage enemy vessels effectively both in offensive and defensive situations. The addition of the SSNs will be a boost to the ageing submarine fleet of the South Asian nation, whose acquisitions began in the 1980s. India is also reportedly seeking technology cooperation with France for its nuclear-powered submarines, specifically on nuclear reactors. Having the attack submarines powered by nuclear energy will enhance India's deterrence and operational capacity, as well as bolster its underwater fighting power. (With inputs from agencies)

India to build 2 nuclear-powered attack submarines. Why are they crucial as China Navy expands in region?

<p>For a rape survivor, it's often said that a second rape happens in court. Blaming the survivors for the horrific crime they faced is commonplace in many countries, and a new report in the UK shed further light on this disturbing trend.</p>

<p>Victim Support, an NGO, compiled a report based on interviews with 40 survivors and the legal and other teams supporting them, and after examining 38 court case records.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: West Bengal: Villagers Attack Police Over Rape and Murder of 10-year-old Girl</strong></p>

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<p>The report titled <em>Suffering For Justice</em> revealed that a third of the survivors from England and Wales faced the so-called 'rape myths' in court, mainly assuming that they were to blame for the situation.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/sean-diddy-combs-mom-on-rappers-sexual-abuse-case-my-son-may-not-have-been-entirely-truthful-765126">Also read: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' mom on rapper's sexual abuse case: My son may not have been entirely truthful&nbsp;</a></strong></p>

<p>They faced questions about their clothing (what were you wearing?) or alcohol consumption (how much did you drink?) and motivations (are you out for revenge?).</p>

<p>“You’re a piece of meat being pulled through the court system,” it quoted one survivor as saying.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-horror-cbi-lists-dna-evidence-against-sanjay-roy-blood-stains-of-victim-on-his-clothes-766008">Also read: Kolkata horror: CBI lists DNA evidence against Sanjay Roy, blood stains of victim on his clothes</a></strong><br />
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This leads to re-traumatisatoin for the survivors, which often causes mental and physical ailments, including PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder.</p>

<p>One-third of victims were asked what they did to stop the offence while it was happening, said the study, while&nbsp;15 per cent faced questions about what they were wearing.</p>

<p>And more disturbingly, 12 per cent were asked if the crime was just 'regretful or bad sex'.</p>

<p>The NGO sought an end to such rape myths being used in court, and not seek survivor's sexual history during cross-examination.</p>

<p>It quoted one survivor as saying that taking the court stand was like "walking to the gallows".</p>

<p>The NGO said that 50 per cent of cases it examined were adjourned with no explanation, for up to four times.</p>

<p>Suicidal thoughts are among the severe psychological impacts of&nbsp;rape survivors who appeared for cross-examinations in courts.</p>

<p>For cases to go to court, adult survivors wait for an average of three years, while youth rape cases take up to 2.4 years to reach court.</p>

<p>Government data showed that less than one in six rape victims report the crime, said a report in The Guardian.</p>

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For a rape survivor, it's often said that a second rape happens in court. Blaming the survivors for the horrific crime they faced is commonplace in many countries, and a new report in the UK shed further light on this disturbing trend.

For a rape survivor, it's often said that a second rape happens in court. Blaming the survivors for the horrific crime they faced is commonplace in many countries, and a new report in the UK shed further light on this disturbing trend. Victim Support, an NGO, compiled a report based on interviews with 40 survivors and the legal and other teams supporting them, and after examining 38 court case records. Watch: West Bengal: Villagers Attack Police Over Rape and Murder of 10-year-old Girl × The report titled Suffering For Justice revealed that a third of the survivors from England and Wales faced the so-called 'rape myths' in court, mainly assuming that they were to blame for the situation. Also read: Sean 'Diddy' Combs' mom on rapper's sexual abuse case: My son may not have been entirely truthful They faced questions about their clothing (what were you wearing?) or alcohol consumption (how much did you drink?) and motivations (are you out for revenge?). “You’re a piece of meat being pulled through the court system,” it quoted one survivor as saying. Also read: Kolkata horror: CBI lists DNA evidence against Sanjay Roy, blood stains of victim on his clothes This leads to re-traumatisatoin for the survivors, which often causes mental and physical ailments, including PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder. One-third of victims were asked what they did to stop the offence while it was happening, said the study, while 15 per cent faced questions about what they were wearing. And more disturbingly, 12 per cent were asked if the crime was just 'regretful or bad sex'. The NGO sought an end to such rape myths being used in court, and not seek survivor's sexual history during cross-examination. It quoted one survivor as saying that taking the court stand was like "walking to the gallows". The NGO said that 50 per cent of cases it examined were adjourned with no explanation, for up to four times. Suicidal thoughts are among the severe psychological impacts of rape survivors who appeared for cross-examinations in courts. For cases to go to court, adult survivors wait for an average of three years, while youth rape cases take up to 2.4 years to reach court. Government data showed that less than one in six rape victims report the crime, said a report in The Guardian. (With inputs from agencies)

Blaming rape survivors is commonplace in UK, with questions on what they were wearing, drinking: Study

<p>Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once, to a rather profound question about his statement that 'I don't believe in making right decisions, I make decisions and make them right', Tata said, "Facebook and Twitter made that statement, it was not made by me."</p>

<p>The female presenter gasped, saying "That's awkward."</p>

<p>"You come to know of it when people read them back to you," Tata said to laughter from the audience.</p>

<p>"There is no remedial action you can take with social media," he added for good measure.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: From Indica To Jaguar: Ratan Tata's Legacy Lives On</strong></p>

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Asked by Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy at a business summit what his first feeling was when he sat in the chair once occupied by Tata founder JRD Tata, Ratan said he was confused as he had big shoes to fill.</p>

<p>"The confusion was not only in my mind because J [JRD Tata] never left the office. Very often when he walked into the boardroom, he would sit in the chairman's chair, and then five minutes later he would say 'Oh, I&nbsp;shouldn't have been here'. Then you play musical chairs in the boardroom."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-narayana-murthy-once-touched-the-feet-of-ratan-tata-heres-the-entire-story-766200"><strong>Also read: Why Narayana Murthy once touched the feet of Ratan Tata? Here's the entire story</strong></a><br />
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In the same event, he said he inherited a board "that must have had an average age of 85."</p>

<p>"Several of them had to be helped into the boardroom because they could no longer walk freely. Some of them came and sat down and fell asleep. Others didn't hear too well," he said as the audience laughed.</p>

<p>"And when it came to making changes, they all woke up and ensured that no change took place," he said with giggles. His&nbsp;first few years as Tata Group chairman were spent on how to "graciously ease them out of the company," he added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ratan-tata-once-said-he-wanted-to-be-remembered-as-his-words-have-now-gone-viral-766197"><strong>Also read: Ratan Tata once said he wanted 'to be remembered as...' His words have now gone viral</strong></a></p>

<p>But probably the most meme-worthy answer from Tata was to a girl student, who asked 'What excites you the most?'</p>

<p>"That's the most difficult question you'll ask this evening. How can I say that publicly?" he said, leaving the audience in splits and letting them make their own conclusions.</p>

<p><strong>Watch a compilation video here:</strong></p>

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<p>At a startup event when Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl showered him with praise, saying he never thought the day would come when he'd be sitting six inches away from Tata, the maverick tycoon said,&nbsp;"Thank you for putting me at ease. I have been as nervous about sitting six inches from you as you've been."</p>

<p>Bahl then asked the audience how many people who want to be entrepreneurs would want Tata's investment. To this, Tata said,&nbsp;"Then they will need Kunal's money."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once, at a public interaction with his former girlfriend, actress and TV host Simi Garewal, Tata made a humourous attack on Bollywood for violence in films, which in his telling used a lot of ketchup in place of blood.</p>

<p>"I think there’s more ketchup spread in Hindi movies than in all the restaurants in Bombay," he said.</p>

<p>"I’m very irritating to be around when I watch television. I’m very impatient and watch four or five channels at the same time," he said in another exhibition of his often self-deprecating humour.</p>

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Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud.

Ratan Tata, the Tata Group doyen who died on Wednesday night (Oct 9) had a sharp sense of humour which was sometimes self-deprecating. Some of his sense of humour used to shine forth at public events, where his answers left the audience laughing out loud. Once, to a rather profound question about his statement that 'I don't believe in making right decisions, I make decisions and make them right', Tata said, "Facebook and Twitter made that statement, it was not made by me." The female presenter gasped, saying "That's awkward." "You come to know of it when people read them back to you," Tata said to laughter from the audience. "There is no remedial action you can take with social media," he added for good measure. Watch: From Indica To Jaguar: Ratan Tata's Legacy Lives On × Asked by Infosys cofounder Narayana Murthy at a business summit what his first feeling was when he sat in the chair once occupied by Tata founder JRD Tata, Ratan said he was confused as he had big shoes to fill. "The confusion was not only in my mind because J [JRD Tata] never left the office. Very often when he walked into the boardroom, he would sit in the chairman's chair, and then five minutes later he would say 'Oh, I shouldn't have been here'. Then you play musical chairs in the boardroom." Also read: Why Narayana Murthy once touched the feet of Ratan Tata? Here's the entire story In the same event, he said he inherited a board "that must have had an average age of 85." "Several of them had to be helped into the boardroom because they could no longer walk freely. Some of them came and sat down and fell asleep. Others didn't hear too well," he said as the audience laughed. "And when it came to making changes, they all woke up and ensured that no change took place," he said with giggles. His first few years as Tata Group chairman were spent on how to "graciously ease them out of the company," he added. Also read: Ratan Tata once said he wanted 'to be remembered as...' His words have now gone viral But probably the most meme-worthy answer from Tata was to a girl student, who asked 'What excites you the most?' "That's the most difficult question you'll ask this evening. How can I say that publicly?" he said, leaving the audience in splits and letting them make their own conclusions. Watch a compilation video here: × At a startup event when Snapdeal founder Kunal Bahl showered him with praise, saying he never thought the day would come when he'd be sitting six inches away from Tata, the maverick tycoon said, "Thank you for putting me at ease. I have been as nervous about sitting six inches from you as you've been." Bahl then asked the audience how many people who want to be entrepreneurs would want Tata's investment. To this, Tata said, "Then they will need Kunal's money." Once, at a public interaction with his former girlfriend, actress and TV host Simi Garewal, Tata made a humourous attack on Bollywood for violence in films, which in his telling used a lot of ketchup in place of blood. "I think there’s more ketchup spread in Hindi movies than in all the restaurants in Bombay," he said. "I’m very irritating to be around when I watch television. I’m very impatient and watch four or five channels at the same time," he said in another exhibition of his often self-deprecating humour. (With inputs from agencies)

RIP Ratan Tata. Tata Group doyen had a great sense of humour. Here are some of his funny quotes

<p><strong>Who is the Bitcoin creator who goes by the pseudonym 'Satoshi Nakamoto'?</strong> A new documentary from HBO is suggesting that the founder of the top cryptocurrency is the software engineer Peter Todd. But Todd has denied he was the inventor of one of the first cryptocurrencies that hit the market over a decade ago.</p>

<p>The purported revelation and its denial add one more layer to the enduring mystery of the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto. Several people have been identified as the creator, with some even going to court to make the claim.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Bitcoin enters its sweet sixteen</strong></p>

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<p>The HBO documentary <em>Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery</em> which aired on Tuesday night (Oct 8) in the US features a series of interviews with coders and cryptographers involved in the early development of Bitcoin, such as Blockstream CEO Adam Back.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But for many in the crypto community, director Cullen Hoback did not give any solid proof to back the claim regarding Todd.</p>

<p>Todd himself said it is ironic that a director who is also known for a documentary on the conspiracy theory group QAnon "has resorted to QAnon style coincidence-based conspiracy thinking here too".</p>

<p>As the buzz around the documentary built up, Todd simply wrote&nbsp;on his X handle,&nbsp;"I'm not Satoshi."</p>

<p>Todd was replying to a post by BitMex Research that asked him to come forward and make a public statement.​</p>

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<p>Todd was a Bitcoin core developer. The theory that he is Satoshi was made in the documentary from similarities in the writing styles of Satoshi and Todd in Bitcoin forums.</p>

<p>Todd's work with Hashcash, a crypto-related tech firm, was also cited as evidence.</p>

<p>The crypto community was, however, dismissive about the documentary, terming it speculative. They accused it of&nbsp;relying on circumstantial evidence, saying it had confirmation bias similar to a Newsweek magazine article in 2014 that claimed to have identified Satoshi, only to be debunked.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/wikileaks-244-million-bitcoin-war-chest-735297"><strong>Also read: WikiLeaks' $244 million Bitcoin 'war chest'</strong></a></p>

<p>Crypto monitoring site Decrypt quoted Samson Mow, the CEO of Bitcoin tech firm JAN3 as saying that the director "probably has a case for it,” &nbsp;but added, “I did say on record in the documentary that it’s probably not Peter.”</p>

<p>Much of the focus of the documentary to 'nail' Todd as the inventor of Bitcoin is from a specific forum post, where Todd, in reply to Satoshi, appears to continue the stream of thought of Satoshi. It looked as if the same person was using multiple accounts, according to the documentary.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? The many people associated with the mysterious Bitcoin creator</strong></h2>

<p>While the general consensus is that one or a group of people may have used the pseudonym, Satoshi Nakamoto, it is yet to be conclusively proven who the person behind the Japanese-sounding name is/are.</p>

<p>Several names have been cited in the past, with one person even going to court to prove he is Satoshi.</p>

<p>Hal Finney, a cryptography pioneer, was one such person, as he was the first to use the software behind Bitcoin.</p>

<p>Finneya's neighbour Dorian Prentice Satoshi Nakamoto, a Japanese-American man living in California, was long-speculated to be the mystery creator of the cryptocurrency, most firmly in a 2014 Newsweek article. The article was widely discussed but eventually, the man himself rejected any connection to Bitcoin.</p>

<p>Nick Szabo, a decentralised currency enthusiast was speculated to be Satoshi, partly based on the fact that he had published a paper on a precursor to Bitcoin that was called 'bit gold'.</p>

<p>Craig Steven Wright, an Australian academic, went to court to prove that he was Satoshi, even suing for libel those who rejected his claims. In March this year, his claim was dismissed by a British court.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/computer-scientist-craig-wright-is-not-the-inventor-of-bitcoin-uk-judge-rules-700140"><strong>Also read: Computer scientist Craig Wright is not the inventor of Bitcoin, UK judge rules</strong></a><br />
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Finnish sociologist Vili Lehdonvirta and cryptography student Michael Clear were at one point named Satoshi, a claim denied by both of them.</p>

<p>Based on the dates and similarity in the phrase 'computationally impractical to reverse' used in a patent filing and a white paper on Bitcoin, three people - Neal King, Vladimir Oksman and Charles Bry- were identified as possible candidates for Satoshi. They also rejected the claim.</p>

<h2><strong>We will never know who is Satoshi because...</strong></h2>

<p>Satoshi Nakamoto also holds some of the original Bitcoin. This means that there are financial, and possibly taxation, implications for the person or persons to reveal their identity. It could even attract criminals to them.</p>

<p>As per an estimate made in 2021, Satoshi Nakamoto may be owning up to 1 million Bitcoin. At the going rate of the time (which was $68,000), that would add up to $73 billion, making him/them the 15th richest person/s in the world in 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bitcoin, in spite of its volatility, is still going strong. At the time of writing this, it's valued at $63,126.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As you can see, being Satoshi Nakamoto is a risky business.<br />
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Who is the Bitcoin creator who goes by the pseudonym 'Satoshi Nakamoto'? A new documentary from HBO is suggesting that the founder of the top cryptocurrency is the software engineer Peter Todd.

Who is the Bitcoin creator who goes by the pseudonym 'Satoshi Nakamoto'? A new documentary from HBO is suggesting that the founder of the top cryptocurrency is the software engineer Peter Todd. But Todd has denied he was the inventor of one of the first cryptocurrencies that hit the market over a decade ago. The purported revelation and its denial add one more layer to the enduring mystery of the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto. Several people have been identified as the creator, with some even going to court to make the claim. Watch: Bitcoin enters its sweet sixteen × The HBO documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery which aired on Tuesday night (Oct 8) in the US features a series of interviews with coders and cryptographers involved in the early development of Bitcoin, such as Blockstream CEO Adam Back. But for many in the crypto community, director Cullen Hoback did not give any solid proof to back the claim regarding Todd. Todd himself said it is ironic that a director who is also known for a documentary on the conspiracy theory group QAnon "has resorted to QAnon style coincidence-based conspiracy thinking here too". As the buzz around the documentary built up, Todd simply wrote on his X handle, "I'm not Satoshi." Todd was replying to a post by BitMex Research that asked him to come forward and make a public statement. I'm not Satoshi. — Peter Todd (@peterktodd) October 8, 2024 × Todd was a Bitcoin core developer. The theory that he is Satoshi was made in the documentary from similarities in the writing styles of Satoshi and Todd in Bitcoin forums. Todd's work with Hashcash, a crypto-related tech firm, was also cited as evidence. The crypto community was, however, dismissive about the documentary, terming it speculative. They accused it of relying on circumstantial evidence, saying it had confirmation bias similar to a Newsweek magazine article in 2014 that claimed to have identified Satoshi, only to be debunked. Also read: WikiLeaks' $244 million Bitcoin 'war chest' Crypto monitoring site Decrypt quoted Samson Mow, the CEO of Bitcoin tech firm JAN3 as saying that the director "probably has a case for it,” but added, “I did say on record in the documentary that it’s probably not Peter.” Much of the focus of the documentary to 'nail' Todd as the inventor of Bitcoin is from a specific forum post, where Todd, in reply to Satoshi, appears to continue the stream of thought of Satoshi. It looked as if the same person was using multiple accounts, according to the documentary. Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? The many people associated with the mysterious Bitcoin creator While the general consensus is that one or a group of people may have used the pseudonym, Satoshi Nakamoto, it is yet to be conclusively proven who the person behind the Japanese-sounding name is/are. Several names have been cited in the past, with one person even going to court to prove he is Satoshi. Hal Finney, a cryptography pioneer, was one such person, as he was the first to use the software behind Bitcoin. Finneya's neighbour Dorian Prentice Satoshi Nakamoto, a Japanese-American man living in California, was long-speculated to be the mystery creator of the cryptocurrency, most firmly in a 2014 Newsweek article. The article was widely discussed but eventually, the man himself rejected any connection to Bitcoin. Nick Szabo, a decentralised currency enthusiast was speculated to be Satoshi, partly based on the fact that he had published a paper on a precursor to Bitcoin that was called 'bit gold'. Craig Steven Wright, an Australian academic, went to court to prove that he was Satoshi, even suing for libel those who rejected his claims. In March this year, his claim was dismissed by a British court. Also read: Computer scientist Craig Wright is not the inventor of Bitcoin, UK judge rules Finnish sociologist Vili Lehdonvirta and cryptography student Michael Clear were at one point named Satoshi, a claim denied by both of them. Based on the dates and similarity in the phrase 'computationally impractical to reverse' used in a patent filing and a white paper on Bitcoin, three people - Neal King, Vladimir Oksman and Charles Bry- were identified as possible candidates for Satoshi. They also rejected the claim. We will never know who is Satoshi because... Satoshi Nakamoto also holds some of the original Bitcoin. This means that there are financial, and possibly taxation, implications for the person or persons to reveal their identity. It could even attract criminals to them. As per an estimate made in 2021, Satoshi Nakamoto may be owning up to 1 million Bitcoin. At the going rate of the time (which was $68,000), that would add up to $73 billion, making him/them the 15th richest person/s in the world in 2021. Bitcoin, in spite of its volatility, is still going strong. At the time of writing this, it's valued at $63,126. As you can see, being Satoshi Nakamoto is a risky business. (With inputs from agencies)

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