WAO ART #373

Australia's Defence Science Technology Group refuses to disclose specifications of the Taingiwilta supercomputer. The supercomputer is set to go online later this year. The director of supercomputing strategic engagement, Kristina Johnson, described the machine as "classified" during a conference.

MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor plans to buy Bitcoin indefinitely, seeing it as their "exit strategy." Despite MicroStrategy's massive gains, they have no plans to sell their Bitcoin holdings. Saylor believes that Bitcoin ETFs are opening the door for institutional money.

Crypto lawyer John Deaton announces Senate run against Elizabeth Warren. Deaton aims to fight for the underprivileged and combat corporate greed. His campaign promises include healthcare accessibility, inflation control, immigration reform, educational opportunities, and tackling corruption.

The European Union has approved a new round of sanctions against Russia. The sanctions target nearly 200 organizations and individuals accused of helping Moscow obtain weapons or being involved in kidnapping Ukrainian children. The package will be formally approved on 24 February.

Argentina's PV capacity reaches 1.36 GW. 262 MW of new solar power added in 2023. PV accounts for 3.1% of total national generating capacity. Northwestern region has the largest portion of PV capacity (736 MW). Cuyo and central regions also contribute to Argentina's PV capacity (512 MW and 118 MW).

Taiwanese carrier Starlux Airlines has ordered three more Airbus A330neo passenger aircraft and five A350F cargo planes at the Singapore Airshow. This brings Starlux's fleet size to 29 aircraft, including four A330neo, 13 A321neo, and four A350-900 planes.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing a loan of up to $25 million to the Export Development Bank of Egypt to support small and medium-sized enterprises in Egypt. The financing will focus on Egyptian exporting SMEs, helping EBank expand its services to new small business.