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Daily Crunch: US law enforcement charges SBF with fraud as he awaits extradition after Bahamas arrest

TechCrunch

Today, Haje is waltzing around the house, candle in hand, celebrating Saint Lucia. Honestly, not because he’s that excited about the traditional Scandinavian celebration or the excitement about candlelight and saffron buns , but because he’s visiting his parents and there’s a power cut. PDT, subscribe here. government entities.

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You can now bid on Fyre Fest merch

The Verge

Fyre Festival was supposed to be a “once-in-a-lifetime” luxury musical festival in the Bahamas that took place in April and May 2017. People spent thousands of dollars for private cabanas, tents, catering, and the promise of a weekend partying with famous models, influencers, and celebrities.

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That Fyre Fest tweet with the sad sandwich will be auctioned as an NFT for medical expenses

The Verge

The organizers of Fyre Fest billed it as an exclusive, luxury music festival in the Bahamas, which would include top-notch catering, big-name performers, and transportation via Jet Ski and yacht. Kendall Jenner was among the celebrities paid $250,000 to promote the event , which guests paid up to $12,000 to attend.

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Big Impact, Small Budget: Live Auction Ideas for Small Nonprofits

Greater Giving

There are numerous captivating live auction ideas that don’t require a celebrity endorsement or a trip to the Bahamas. But for smaller nonprofits, securing high-priced items can feel daunting. This blog post will equip you with ten creative live auction ideas perfect for small nonprofits.

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FTX processed billions monthly in Africa before going bust

TechCrunch

Most FTX customers have been unable to withdraw their funds from the platform as the Bahamas-headquartered company goes through bankruptcy proceedings. He acknowledged that Nestcoin held assets, which the Financial Times pegs at $4 million, in the bankrupt crypto exchange platform FTX to manage operational expenses.

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How Indigenous Peoples’ Day is Supplanting Columbus Day

Whole Whale

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is celebrated across the United States on the second Monday in October and is a Federal Holiday as of 2021. The day celebrates and honors the cultures and contributions of Native Americans and Indigenous peoples. He “found” the Bahamas. Columbus vs Indigenous Peoples’ Day Holiday Timeline History.