Women ‘changing the game’ in Mongolia’s patriarchal politics
Politics

Women ‘changing the game’ in Mongolia’s patriarchal politics

Politics tamfitronics "We are changing the game," says Dorjzodov Enkhtuya of the main opposition Democratic Party - Copyright AFP R.Satish BABUKhaliun BayartsogtWomen candidates are pushing for greater representation in Mongolia’s male-dominated politics, raising their voices for change and inspiring girls to follow in their footsteps.Mongolians go to the polls in parliamentary elections on Friday, with the ruling Mongolian People’s Party widely expected to retain a majority it has held for eight years.But for the first time in almost a decade, parties are required by law to ensure that 30 percent of their candidates are women, in a country where politics is overwhelmingly dominated by men.As a result, more women than ever before are running this year, in a new voting system that balances proportional lists with district candidates elected directly by the people.“The era we...
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NFTs Are Dead (But They’re Changing Everything)
Science & Technology

NFTs Are Dead (But They’re Changing Everything)

Technology tamfitronics Two years ago, Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) captivated the world with skyrocketing prices and mainstream attention, but then the market snapped back and many said that NFTs were “dead.” They spoke too soon. This technology continues to proliferate on a global scale, reshaping entire industries.Even with the NFT market reaching sales volumes of nearly 200,000 NFTs worth over $191 million per day it’s easy to dismiss them as Internet culture toys due to headline grabbing projects like CryptoPunks and Bored Apes.You're reading Crypto Long & Shortour weekly newsletter featuring insights, news and analysis for the professional investor. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Wednesday.The NFT industry spent enormous energy and resources to make this possible; building, testing, and shipping some of the most game-changing technologies to date.Even...
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