GLOBAL NEWS
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UNITED STATES
Crypto Chia leads to hard drive drought Touted as a greener alternative to bitcoin, Chia uses hard drive storage capacity, instea of proof of work, to underpin its network. Its popularity has caused a scarcity in digital storage SSDs, with manufacturers such as Seagate and WD unable to meet demand.
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June 2021
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CANADA
Uber Freight introduces new Shipper Platform The popular ride-sharing platform Uber, which also operates a service for hauliers, has announced the rollout of its new Shipper Platform. The company has developed applications that link pedestrians to nearby drivers, trucking companies with loads to haul, and now a self-service for shipping in Canada.
