Analytics Insights covered the biggest stories of 2024, from gaming and technology development to crypto scams and political wins. One can find a detailed analysis of every story on the website that has guided investors, tech enthusiasts, gamers, and ultimately all its readers from India and abroad.
Let’s explore the biggest trending stories of 2024 around the globe, divided into categories of AI, technology, gaming, and crypto, with a comprehensive analysis from Analytics Insights.
Bitcoin first broke the $100,000 Barrier. Its price climbed to $100,587.99, and on December 4, the digital asset briefly tested a new peak of $104,088. This all-time high has emerged as a key resistance level, indicating the psychological and technical challenges faced by Bitcoin in maintaining its upward trajectory.
Then, to every investor’s surprise, the world’s largest cryptocurrency broke the $104,088 resistance by early November. Bitcoin’s meteoric rise to $106,533 represented a sharp recovery and surge of over 50% since the US elections on November 5, 2024. Trump’s election win was the biggest contributing factor to this rally.
Bitcoin’s Recent Performance: As of December 18, 2024, Bitcoin surged to a fresh all-time high, surpassing $108,300. The crypto then witnessed a retracement to around $103,400. The pullback has triggered a notable shift in the cryptocurrency market, with Bitcoin’s dominance increasing while altcoins face selling pressure. Market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic as the Bitcoin price clings to critical support levels, driven by strong fundamentals, including institutional demand and constrained supply dynamics. Read more to find Bitcoin's future outlook.
2024 saw many cryptocurrency hacks and phishing scams coming to light. Whether it be the FixedFloat hack to transfer stolen ETH to eXch or the Samourai Wallet Breach, hackers took advantage of the non-KYC exchange TradeOgre to hide the origins of the stolen assets. Read on to find the biggest crypto hacks of 2024.
Notably, the Wazir X hack of 2024 was the largest hack that shook India. Hackers exploited vulnerabilities in WazirX's security systems to steal over $230 million, representing more than 45% of the exchange's total reserves. The Singapore High Court has provided a conditional moratorium to the Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX for four months, less than the six months the exchange had appealed for.
This decision is issued under the Insolvency, Restructuring, and Dissolution Act (IRDA) framework. It is supposed to give WazirX a structured recovery timeline from the platform's latest financial troubles due to a hack attack in July. Read more
November 8, 2024, marked an important shift in the semiconductor industry when the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) replaced Intel with Nvidia. The shocking change can be attributed to the explosive growth of Nvidia and Intel's inability to keep up with rapidly changing industry demands.
The shift from Intel to Nvidia also represents a larger shift within the semiconductor industry. The industry has shifted towards AI, data centers, and cloud computing technologies from being centered on traditional computer processors. Read more to find key facts behind Intel’s exit.
Legendary business tycoon and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, Mr Ratan Tata, passed away on 9 October at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai at the age of 86. Tata’s death is a loss not only for India but the world’s tech community.
The tech icon’s demise shook people worldwide, with the biggest leaders like Bill Gates mourning the loss. He stated in his condolence message that the loss left by Tata is one that "will be remembered forever in the world." Gates further said, "His passing will be felt around the world for years to come. I am confident that the legacy he left will inspire generations."
Analytics Insights covered details on Tata’s leadership projects, the technological advancement he brought in, the legacy he left behind, and the rumored successor at the time. Read more to find the details.
Trump remained in the headlines throughout 2024, mainly due to him being a US Presidential election 2024 candidate but also for his pro-crypto stance.Analytics Insights covered the stories from Trump’s Bitcoin burger move to his taking credit for the Bitcoin surge or even his election win effect on the Indian economy.
Former President Trump first made history while campaigning through New York City. Trump stopped at a bar and bought a dozen burgers, transferring $998 worth of Bitcoin as payment. He amusingly quipped and called them "Crypto burgers." The term soon went viral on social media platforms.
Then, the former US President launched a new crypto project with his family, named World Liberty Financial, on September 16, 2024. This boosted investor optimism and support for a Trump Win in the US Presidential Election 2024.
After the election win, Donald Trump again made headlines by taking credit for the Bitcoin surge. After Trump’s victory on November 5, Bitcoin increased from $69,374 to a high of $103,713 by December 4. In a statement on his Truth Social platform, the president-elect added more optimism to the market.
Trump’s ideology of adapting toward digital currencies and blockchain may further shape international financial systems. Thus, a Trump administration will positively impact the US and bring an economic surge to developing nations like India.
The Trump administration is supposed to bring a new era of AI and a cryptocurrency boom to the US. A focus on economic growth and deregulation marked the administration. For instance, rules that made it easier for some industries to operate helped them create new ideas and grow quickly. In the same way, similar methods applied to AI and crypto may lead to a new surge of ideas and investment. Read more to learn of Trump’s effect on US AI and the crypto sector.
Everyone’s favorite tech titan continued to make headlines in 2024, from X’s Brazil ban to his post on US Presidential election candidate Kamala Harris. Analytics Insights covered it all:
Elon Musk started the AI ethics debate after he shared on X (formerly named Twitter) an AI-generated image of Kamala Harris as a communist dictator. The post, titled "Kamala vows to be a communist dictator on day one. Can you believe she wears that outfit!?" stirred much furor online.
Then, Musk’s X landed in hot water when it got banned in its largest consumer market, Brazil. On September 2, 2024, the Supreme Court in Brazil approved the suspension of X, formerly the social network Twitter, over a breach of laws relating to data privacy. However, the ban was short-lived, and X soon made a Brazil comeback. Brazil's minister of communication, Juscelino Filho, considered the court’s decision a victory. He commented on the same, "We have proven to the world that here laws must be respected by whosoever."
Then, in a stunning twist towards the end of the year, some emails were leaked as part of an ongoing Elon Musk lawsuit against OpenAI. The emails exposed power struggles between Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The emails, from as far back as 2016, show the arguments over the partnerships and funding strategies. The leaked OpenAI emails further revealed a rift over the control of the company's organizational directions.
However, the controversy king was announced to become the world's first trillionaire as early as 2027. Musk’s fortune is growing at a record average annual rate of 110. Other potential entrants to the ranking by 2028 were Jensen Huang, the founder of Nvidia, and Indonesian mogul Prajogo Pangestu.
Musk made waves by posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, that the next Starship (Musk’s Mars spacecraft) uncrewed launch is in time for the next Earth-Mars transfer window opening in 2026.
Musk then extended his reach to give digital media a facelift with X TV Beta. The innovative feature allows films and live content to stream right through X, previously known as Twitter, in an attempt to not lean on other media platforms.
Musk announced that his firm xAI will develop an AI supercomputerto outperform others in efficiency, capability, and scale. It ties into Musk's big vision to develop artificial intelligence while staying in line with human values.
The biggest Musk announcement in 2024 was the launch of Tesla Cybertruck. On October 10, 2024, Elon Musk unveiled a futuristic version of Tesla's two-door robotaxi called the "Cybercab at Warner Bros studio."
Maha Kumbh 2025 will provide an unprecedented digital experience to millions of devotees with an AI Chatbot. This pioneering initiative is led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The Maha Kumbh Mela is the world's largest religious gathering. It will take place from 13 January to 26 February 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Deus in Machina, an innovative and thought-provoking art installation, made waves by presenting an AI-powered version of ‘Jesus’. The AI Jesus was installed inside a confessional at St. Peter's Chapel in Lucerne, Switzerland. Visitors engaged with the avatar of ‘Jesus’ displayed on a computer screen, asking questions on faith, morality, and modern dilemmas. They received responses rooted in Scripture.
Apple Intelligence is the approach Apple uses to integrate smart technology with machine learning and data to enhance the user experience on all their devices. The best feature of Apple Intelligence is its ability to offer a seamless, connected experience across an entire ecosystem of Apple Products.
Kavya Mehra, India's pioneering AI mother influencer, is reshaping the influencer marketing landscape by seamlessly integrating artificial intelligence with authentic maternal experiences. Developed by Mumbai-based Collective Artists Network, Kavya embodies the multifaceted journey of motherhood, engaging audiences with content that resonates deeply with parents nationwide.
AI, although a groundbreaking technology, is not without its woes. A report by The Guardian in 2024 highlighted that the AI emissions of Google, Microsoft, Apple, and Meta-controlled data centers amount to 662% higher than the actual claims.
However, nations have started working towards handling AI ethical and morality issues. A first-in-its-kind ‘legally binding international agreement on AI’, named the Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence, was introduced in September 2024. The treaty puts human rights and democracy at front and center and offers an international benchmark for AI regulation.
1. The Paris Olympics 2024 was the highlight of the year and the event made waves for its AI integration and digital advancement.From smart stadiums and enhanced athlete performance to improved fan engagement and robust security measures, AI played a pivotal role.
2. The Simpsons' game ended after 12 Years on December 5, 2024. The mobile game ‘The Simpsons: Tapped Out’ inspired by the popular animated sitcom ‘Simpsons’ is shutting down after 12 years. This news has shocked fans worldwide. Since its launch in 2012, millions of players worldwide have been constructing their Springfield and uncovering it while also playing with their favorite characters.
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