Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened inside a barbershop in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood. Boston police said they received reports of the shooting at 145 Washington St. shortly after 7:15 pm Wednesday. The address given by Boston police is the listed address for Celebrity Cut Barbershop. Responding officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Boston Emergency Medical Services personnel pronounced the man dead at the scene, according to police. Boston police Commissioner Michael Cox and Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden confirmed the shooting happened inside the barbershop during business hours. Cox described the shooting as a “very intentional” act and said it was not a random act of violence. Authorities have not identified the victim. Police did not say if there were customers or other witnesses inside the barbershop at the time of the shooting.”The fact that this happened inside a barbershop, a hub for the community that is supposed to be a safe space for everyone to come and feel and look their best, makes this all the more devastating,” said Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. No arrests have been made and no information has been shared about a suspect or suspects. This deadly shooting comes after three people were killed over the weekend in three separate shootings in the city.”I’m fed up. We’re all fed up,” Cox said. “We’re doing all we can to make sure that we are in the right place at the right time, but we’ll always need the public’s support around … Read More
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In 2022, the cryptocurrency market shuddered literally in all directions. Crypto’s market cap fell below $1 trillion, and Bitcoin dropped 65% from an all-time high. But despite these circumstances, a new report from blockchain intelligence firm Chainlaysis has found that crypto adoption has slowed less than expected despite a bearish start of the year for the cryptocurrency market. In fact, it’s still above pre-bull market levels from 2019.
Some countries dominating the adoption index have different socioeconomic situations, from lower middle income to above median income and high incomes. Some of the countries include Vietnam, the Philippines, Ukraine, India, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Thailand, The United States and The United Kingdom.
Data suggest that people, startups and large companies have stuck with cryptocurrencies and blockchain despite the crypto winter. They continue to pour significant portions of capital into digital assets and their underlying technology. And no surprise: blockchain offers numerous advantages and benefits not only to individuals but also to entrepreneurs and businesses from different industries.
The benefits that crypto and blockchain bring to the table can become an effective solution for some of the pain spots for today’s businesses and their customers, but this requires extensive crypto education.
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The most popular Google searches about cryptocurrencies are: “what is cryptocurrency,” “how to invest in crypto,” “how does crypto work,” etc. After almost 15 years since being created, there’s still a lack
three small businesses – from the Greater Toronto AreaNiagara Region and Vancouver – awarded during Canadian Small Business Month
TORONTO, Oct. 26, 2022 /CNW/ – As small businesses continue to get back on their feet post-pandemic, eBay Canada is celebrating the community by announcing winners of the 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. In its 18th year, the program has evolved to reflect what it means to thrive as a Canadian small business with access to 138 million buyers across 190 markets via eBay’s global marketplace.
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“eBay is about connecting people – sellers and buyers from around the world – and this award shines a spotlight on individuals that, despite a challenging macro environment, continue to drive sales and reach new customers at home and abroad,” said Robert BiglerGeneral Manager, eBay Canada. “It’s exciting to see how this year’s winners are using eBay to cater to enthusiast and specialist communities, as well as meet growing demands around value and sustainability.”
The 2022 eBay Canada Entrepreneur of the Year Awards winners:
Entrepreneur of the Year – Sibtain Janmohamed of A-Lectron Inc., Richmond Hill, ON. What began as a small operation buying and selling used electronics would eventually grow when Sibtain and the A-Lectron team saw an opportunity in repairs. Today, the business sells a range of refurbished devices – cameras, smartphones, headphones, video game accessories, and more – and maintains a 100% positive feedback rating from customers looking
