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- 1AI increasingly decides whether patients get medical careβAI is deciding whether or not people receive medical care
Insurers are using artificial intelligence algorithms to help determine whether patients receive coverage for medical care, according to a Vox report covering UnitedHealth, Medicare, Cigna and Humana. The practice is drawing criticism from patients and clinicians who say automated denials can wrongly block necessary treatment and are difficult to appeal.
- 2Netherlands braces for potential US sanctions against ICCβNetherlands bracing for potentially devastating US sanctions against the ICC
The Dutch government is preparing for possible sweeping US sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, which is headquartered in The Hague. The Trump administration has threatened punitive measures over the court's work, including its arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Dutch officials warn the measures could cripple the court's operations and are coordinating with European partners on a response.
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Tolerance towards LGBT people in the Netherlands is falling, according to a DutchNews report, with public debate around gay rights described as increasingly hostile and polarised. The country, long seen as a pioneer of gay rights, is witnessing a turnaround in attitudes, prompting discussion about what is driving the deterioration.
- 4Blood test distinguishes bacterial from viral infections in newbornsβBlood test shows whether newborns with fever have bacterial or viral infection
Researchers have developed a blood test that can show whether a newborn with a fever has a bacterial or a viral infection. The finding matters because infants with fever are routinely admitted to hospital and given antibiotics as a precaution, since current methods cannot quickly tell the two causes apart. A faster, more accurate diagnosis could spare many babies unnecessary treatment and hospital stays.
- 5Trump tells UN he is weighing whether to annihilate IranβTrump tells UN he is deciding whether to annihilate Iran
Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly that he is deciding whether to annihilate Iran, delivered during his address to world leaders in New York. The stark threat has drawn widespread attention and alarmed diplomats, coming amid ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and regional conflict.
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Coinbase has introduced USDC lending for customers in the United Kingdom, with loans backed by Bitcoin and Ether collateral. The service lets UK users borrow against their crypto holdings without selling, expanding the exchange's presence in the British market. Crypto observers are tracking the rollout as a sign of Coinbase deepening its lending products outside the US.
- 7Bitcoin Posts 44% Q3 Gain as Ethereum Jumps 71%βBitcoin Price Gains 44% for Second-Best Q3 as Ethereum Jumps 71%
Bitcoin rose 44% in the third quarter, its second-best Q3 performance on record, while Ethereum outpaced it with a 71% gain. The rally has drawn attention across crypto markets, with commentators pointing to Ethereum's stronger relative momentum as the standout story of the quarter for major digital assets.
- 8Former BlackRock Executive and Bitwise Clash Over Bitcoin vs EthereumβA Former BlackRock Executive Calls Bitcoin an βExit Assetβ and Ethereum βthe New Rails.β Bitwise Says the Opposite.
A former BlackRock executive has described Bitcoin as an 'exit asset' and called Ethereum 'the new rails,' framing Ethereum as the infrastructure for future financial activity. Bitwise, the crypto asset manager, is arguing the opposite, defending Bitcoin's position as the primary digital asset. The disagreement between two institutional voices highlights an ongoing debate over which blockchain will dominate institutional adoption.
- 9Post revives debate over Netherlands' narrow Covid vaccine policyβRE: https:// mastodon.social/@histoftech/11 7334396698185569 Compare this with the Netherlands policy to only vaccinate
A social media post comparing the Netherlands' Covid vaccination strategy with other countries' approaches has drawn attention. The post highlights that the Dutch policy focused on vaccinating only people over 70 and very select at-risk groups, prompting discussion about how such targeted strategies compare with broader rollout programmes elsewhere. Commenters used the occasion to stress that Covid remains a ongoing concern, sharing calls to keep wearing masks and rejecting the idea the pandemic is over.
- 10Bitget to Resume BTC, ETH and XRP Withdrawals With Bounty ProgramβBitget to Resume BTC, ETH, and XRP Withdrawals, With 10% Bounty Program
Crypto exchange Bitget says it will resume withdrawals of bitcoin, ether and XRP, and is launching a bounty program offering 10% rewards, reportedly tied to recovering funds after a security incident. The move is aimed at restoring user confidence and normalizing operations on the platform. Traders are watching closely for signs the exchange has contained the problem and whether other services will return to normal.
- 11Former BlackRock executive calls Bitcoin an 'exit asset', clashes with BitwiseβA Former BlackRock Executive Calls Bitcoin an "Exit Asset" and Ethereum "the New Rails." Bitwise Says the Opposite.
A former BlackRock executive has described Bitcoin as an "exit asset" and Ethereum as "the new rails" of the financial system, framing Ethereum's infrastructure as the more important long-term bet. Bitwise, the crypto asset manager, publicly disagrees, arguing the opposite case about the two largest cryptocurrencies. The dispute highlights a widening split among institutional voices over whether Bitcoin's monetary role or Ethereum's utility matters more as crypto adoption grows.
- 12Tether Launches Beta CLI and MCP Wallet ToolsβTether Adds Beta CLI and MCP Wallet Tools for Local Self-Custody
Tether has released beta versions of command-line interface and MCP wallet tools aimed at letting users manage their stablecoin holdings through local self-custody rather than custodial services. The tools are aimed at developers and advanced users who want direct control over wallets on their own machines. Coverage so far is limited to crypto trade outlets, with little public reaction recorded yet.
- 13September 26 Marked as Day for Nuclear Weapons EliminationβSeptember 26: Standing Together for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons
September 26 is being observed as the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, with advocacy groups including CAP Freedom of Conscience urging governments to commit to complete disarmament. Supporters are calling for unity among states and civil society in working toward a world free of nuclear weapons.
- 14U2 Mark 50 Years With Surprise Concert at Old SchoolβU2 Celebrate 50 Years Together With Surprise Concert at School Where It All Began
U2 marked 50 years together with a surprise concert at the Dublin school where the band first formed. The return to their origins served as a celebration of five decades since Larry Mullen Jr.'s famous notice seeking musicians brought Bono, The Edge and Adam Clayton together. The event drew attention as a nostalgic full-circle moment for one of rock's most enduring acts.
- 15Psychiatrist warns parents against sending children away to boarding schoolββYou put underdeveloped brains togetherβ: Psychiatrist on why parents should rethink sending children awa
A psychiatrist has cautioned parents against sending young children away to boarding school, saying it puts 'underdeveloped brains together' without adult guidance at a crucial stage of development. The comments have sparked debate among parents and educators about boarding school culture and its emotional impact on children.