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Marshall Islands Launches World’s First On-Chain Cryptocurrency UBI Program
world2 months ago

Marshall Islands Launches World’s First On-Chain Cryptocurrency UBI Program

The Marshall Islands has launched the world's first national universal basic income scheme offering payments via cryptocurrency and traditional methods, aiming to support citizens amid rising costs. The program, funded by a US-backed trust, provides quarterly payments of about $200, with most recipients choosing bank deposits or checks, and a small number opting for digital wallets. While innovative, the scheme faces challenges related to internet connectivity and governance, and its long-term success remains uncertain.

via The Guardian|
#blockchain#cryptocurrency#digital-payments
Devastating Rogue Wave Strikes U.S. Army Base in Marshall Islands
asia-pacific2 years ago

Devastating Rogue Wave Strikes U.S. Army Base in Marshall Islands

Powerful waves unexpectedly surged across the low-lying island of Roi-Namur in the Marshall Islands, causing significant damage to the U.S. Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll, forcing evacuations and leaving housing, dining facilities, and the theater moderately to severely damaged. The island, vulnerable to sea-level rise, may take months to recover from the flooding, highlighting the vulnerability of low-lying areas to the effects of climate change.

via The New York Times|
#asia-pacific#climate-change#flooding
Rising Seas Threaten US Military Base in Marshall Islands
climate-change2 years ago

Rising Seas Threaten US Military Base in Marshall Islands

Experts warn that a recent series of extreme waves causing significant damage to a U.S. military base in the Marshall Islands may signal more perilous coastal behavior in the future, potentially exacerbated by rising sea levels due to climate change. The waves inundated one-third of the island of Roi-Namor, prompting evacuations and highlighting the vulnerability of low-lying areas to powerful, destructive waves. Factors such as coastal topography, weather conditions, and tide cycles may have contributed to the strength of the waves, with recovery efforts expected to be lengthy and challenging.

via ABC News|
#climate-change#coastal-damage#extreme-waves
"Devastating Waves Hit Marshall Islands Army Base, Sparking Massive Recovery Efforts"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Devastating Waves Hit Marshall Islands Army Base, Sparking Massive Recovery Efforts"

A powerful wave struck an Army base in the Marshall Islands, causing significant flooding and damage to facilities, including the Outrigger Bar. The incident led to the evacuation of around 80 residents to a nearby island, with plans for a prolonged recovery effort. The Army Garrison is prioritizing runway clearance and safety assessment to facilitate the recovery process, while also providing behavioral health support to those affected.

via ArmyTimes.com|
#army-base#evacuation#flooding