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Six astronauts took a brief trip to suborbital space on Blue Origin’s first crewed flight in two years.
While the previous mission, in 2022, went well, the company did an uncrewed research flight a month later which wasn’t so successful.
The unmanned rocket had an engine nozzle malfunction which caused the New Shepard capsule to abort and blast away from the rocket. It did parachute to a safe landing, but this hiccup meant the New Shepard had to be grounded while Blue Origin investigated and could fix the problem.
Blue Origin is the space tourism and exploration firm created by Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos. The New Shepard is a fully reusable suborbital launch vehicle designed to take tourists to and from space.
A couple of years on the seventh human spaceflight by Blue Origin has been completed. In total, New Shephard has flown 37 people into space.
On board, the NS-25 mission were Mason Angel, Sylvain Chiron, Kenneth L. Hess, Carol Schaller, Gopi Thotakura, and former Air Force Captain Ed Dwight.
Ed Dwight, 90, was selected by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 as the nation’s first Black astronaut candidate but he never had the opportunity to fly.

Ed Dwight moments after being in space on the Blue Origin NS-25 mission
Ed’s seat on the space mission was sponsored by a nonprofit organization. While the actual price of taking part in one of these missions is unknown, some reports suggest it could set people back around $500,000.
What is the New Shepard capsule that takes people to space?
The New Shepard is built for human flight and takes astronauts on the 11-minute journey that Blue Origin has just carried out.
It has a pressurized crew capsule that can fit up to six people inside and this returns separately from the rest of the rocket. It goes up with the rocket, but then separates and returns under parachutes.
Three parachutes are attached to the capsule, but only two were fully inflated on Sunday’s mission.
Featured Image: Via Blue Origin Press Release
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CapcomUSA’s Twitch chat will be given a series of commands allowing the Street Fighter 6 community to control Akuma.
The new character unveiling will present a plethora of challenges when it comes to realizing the Twitch chat’s decisions on the imposing Akuma’s animations and move set. Capcom’s attempt to create an innovative launch event for the demonic character harks back to similar social media marketing stunts.
Twitch Plays Pokémon was the first major community-streamed event in 2014, but little has changed in the social platform’s polling or community voting sphere.

Prepare for the chaos that is “Twitch Plays Akuma!”
May 21 at 4PM PT https://t.co/GQrCaf4ubP
Control Akuma with Dynamic Controls using commands in Twitch chat! pic.twitter.com/wWtEJKAD7n
— Street Fighter (@StreetFighter) May 20, 2024

Street Fighter 6 community to control Akuma
For those who remember the Twitch Plays Pokemon event, getting a group of people to make decisions in a turn-based game was a chaotic nightmare. Simple things like going in the right direction or picking an item from the Trainer’s bag seemed impossibly tricky.
Even with a democratic voting poll in the Twitch Plays Pokemon chat, it took millions of players more than two weeks to complete the much-loved title.
Street Fighter 6 has a rapid and fluid combat system, so the translation of a Twitch chat’s muddled commands will make it exciting to watch. So, a few K.O.’s might be coming for the giant as the Twitch chat seeks to find some unified calls to string together a few moves.
Capcom is also hosting a series of interactive events to celebrate the launch of the martial arts master. From May 22 to the 31st, players can participate in the ‘Take Down The Giant Akuma’ event.

Even with a polling option, Akuma will most likely be rag-dolled, and it will be a bit of fun to see the move sets of opposing characters wipe the floor with the demon. Quite possibly, there might be a few collective blocks and punches, but the dynamic control system would suggest that Akuma will be on the canvas for most of the event.
The event, Twitch Plays Akuma, will launch on CapcomUSA’s Twitch channel at 4 pm PST today (05/22/24). The Japanese gaming powerhouse has also released a series of universal updates alongside the Akuma event schedule.
Image: Capcom.
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XDefiant is here and so is its initial Battle Pass offering. As we are only in the pre-season phase this one has 50 tiers on its premium track and there is an enhanced option that gives you 12 free tier skips. We are assuming these numbers will at least double when the seasons start coming thick and fast – around 40 days from the time of writing.
So let’s have a look at what we get in this preliminary Battle Pass and whether it is worth it or not.
XDefiant Pre-season Battle Pass contents

So, 50 tears to go through but you will unlock three rewards simply for purchasing it. These rewards are:

1 – Anarchy – Rare Gia Skin
2 – Anarchy – Rare ACR 6.8 Skin
3 – Battle Pass XP Booster

Now we get into the main meat of the Battle Pass – we will highlight the rewards you get as part of the free tier too, should you decide not to purchase.

1-25
Items
26-50
Items

1
Eruption – Common M4A1 Skin
26
Dungaree – Common Jing Skin

2
Arc – Common Rafa Skin
27
DeadSec Common Emoji Pack

3
Weapon XP Booster
28
Amber – Common 93R Skin

4
Cobalt – Common M249 Skin
29
100 XCoins

5
Cleaners – Rare Player Card (Free)
30
Disruption – Common ACR 6.8 Skin (Free)

6
100 XCoins
31
Lux – Common Player Card

7
Anarchy – Rare Iselda Skin
32
Hi-Velocity – Rare Vector .45 ACP Skin

8
Cold Steel – Epic D50 Skin
33
Weapon XP Booster

9
100 XCoins
34
Hibiscus – Common Beto Skin

10
MDR – Base MDR (Free)
35
Throwback – Common Emoji Pack

11
Alpha Ruby – Common Sebastian Skin
36
100 XCoins

12
Superhero Landing – Epic Player Animation
37
Firestorm – Legendary Green Skin

13
Weapon XP Booster
38
Battle Pass XP Booster

14
Stars – Common Emoji Pack
39
Punch – Common Vector .45 ACP Skin

15
Morganite – Common MP5A2 Skin
40
Reboot – Rare Player Card (Free)

16
100 XCoins
41
Rabbids – Common Emoji Pack

17
Shamrock – Common MK20 SSR Skin
42
Street Ready – Common Green Skin

18
Battle Pass XP Booster
43
Weapon XP Booster

19
Dungaree – Common Gia Skin
44
Pelagic – Common M44 Skin

20
Up Top – Rate Player Animation
45
Hi-Velocity – Rare M16A4 Skin (Free)

21
Lux – Epic P90 Skin
46
100 XCoins

22
100 XCoins
47
Gunfighter – Legendary Player Animation

23
Hi-Velocity – Rare Samir Skin
48
Dark Regal – Common De Rosa Skin

24
Avalanche – Common M9 Skin
49
Game Over – Rare Jing Skin

25
Weapon XP Booster
50
Firestorm – Legendary MDR Skin

How much is the XDefiant Battle Pass?

The regular Battle Pass for the pre-season will cost you 700 XCoins, whereas the Premium Battle Pass Bundle which also adds 12 Tier Skips into the deal will set you back 1,200 XCoins.
Obviously, you cannot just buy the 800 coins you need (I mean, why would you be able to?) , your choices at the lower end are 500 or a 1,000 – so you will need to buy the 1,000 for £7.99/$9.99 leaving you 300 left over.
Is the XDefiant Battle Pass worth it?

Well, let’s talk in real terms here as to whether it will be worth it if you intend to stick around with the game, Completing the pre-season Battle Pass will mean that you will have collected 700 XCoins on your journey – the price of this Battle Pass. Now we are assuming that Season 1’s Battle Pass will maybe be double that as it will have more Tiers and last longer so you might have around half the coins you need to purchase that – you won’t get it for free but it may cut your cost if you are still here.
Besides that it is the usual mix of skins and weapon gear – the thing is here because there are five factions you will be getting gear potentially for factions you never play. Also, the fact that some of the gear is for DeadSec which you either will unlock much later down the line or have to pay extra for to get is a little annoying.
Having said that the Free Tier offers very little, with virtually nothing worth having so if you are going to play you may as well go for the Premium Tier, the game is free after all.
Other XDefiant pages you may like

All Games Modes and Maps in XDefiant
How to unlock DeadSec
All Factions in XDefiant

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As the top-grossing video game of all time celebrates its 15th anniversary, Google is sharing the love as they’ve enabled an interactive game option when you search the word ‘Minecraft’.
While the game is already playable on computers, consoles, and mobile phones, the added platform of Google search gives fans another opportunity to delve into the world.
Originally released in 2009, Minecraft is a classic sandbox game and is made up of blocks, creatures, and communities. The creators have sold over 300 million copies across different platforms, making it the most-sold and top-grossing game in the world.
The new Google version gives a quick insight into the 15-year-old game and all begins when you search ‘Minecraft.’ From there, you’ll see a small grass block icon appear at the bottom of the screen.
Click the icon and it’ll instantly turn into a pickaxe. Then, simply get clicking. As you click through the page, you’ll uncover different Minecraft vignettes and be able to break through as many items as possible.

It’s not as nuanced as the normal gameplay, but it’s definitely a fun added feature as a nod to the anniversary.
Minecraft celebrates 15 years of gaming
Google’s latest approach isn’t the first sign of anniversary celebrations, as Minecraft has been going full-out with highlighting the game’s birthday too.
https://x.com/Minecraft/status/1791498561789583419
From May 15 to May 29, the team has created a ‘15 Days of Minecraft’ where different Character Creator items have been up for grabs for free. With this, players can find a gift each day in the Bedrock Marketplace.
A free map has also been created and there are party add-ons for anyone wanting to join in the fun. So gamers can get all the supplies they need like balloons, banners, and even a birthday cake complete with candles.
Other elements like sales and rewards have been launched too as the developers promise consecutive days of surprises to honor the game turning 15.
Featured Image: Photo by Oberon Copeland @veryinformed.com on Unsplash
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Following positive Ethereum ETF news, the Bitcoin price surged from around $66k to over $71k before consolidating around $70k. As we analyze BTC price predictions, let’s explore the potentially explosive next cryptocurrency in the coming weeks.
Bitcoin Price Analysis – BTC Price Forecast
Popular crypto analyst Ali tweeted about the TD Sequential indicator, which has accurately predicted Bitcoin’s price action on the one-hour chart. According to Ali, the TD Sequential is now presenting a buy signal, anticipating that Bitcoin will rebound. This is a momentum oscillator that helps identify potential market reversals by tracking consecutive candlesticks and their closing prices.
Ali further tweeted that Bitcoin encounters minimal resistance, highlighting a key supply zone between $70,180 and $70,600, where over 450,000 addresses acquired 273,000 BTC. With strong support levels, he believes the odds favor the bulls.

#Bitcoin encounters minimal resistance! The key supply zone to watch is between $70,180 and $70,600, where over 450,000 addresses acquired 273,000 $BTC. With strong support levels, the odds are in favor of the bulls! pic.twitter.com/ecdqbb414l
— Ali (@ali_charts) May 22, 2024

Renowned analyst Rekt Capital also weighed in, suggesting that a weekly candle close above approximately $71,500 would likely kickstart the breakout from the re-accumulation range. However, he noted that history suggests Bitcoin chart should consolidate inside this re-accumulation range for several more weeks. Extended consolidation would help Bitcoin resynchronize with historical halving cycles, potentially resulting in a longer bull run.
Rekt Capital acknowledged that while investors understandably want a breakout, an accelerated cycle could mean the Bitcoin price peaks in its bull market sooner. Ultimately, he believes both cases are bullish, but history suggests a typically long bull run.

#BTC
A Weekly Candle Close above ~$71500 would probably kickstart the breakout from the Re-Accumulation Range
However, history suggests Bitcoin should consolidate inside this Re-Accumulation Range for several weeks more
Extended consolidation here would get Bitcoin closer to… pic.twitter.com/Af0W4MMBTN
— Rekt Capital (@rektcapital) May 21, 2024

Based on the analysis from these prominent analysts, the Bitcoin price forecast remains optimistic, with the potential for further consolidation or a breakout above the $71,500 range, signaling the start of a new bullish trend.
Popular platform 99Bitcoins, with over 705k YouTube subscribers, shared insights on the BTC price too. The Fear and Greed Index at 70 indicates greed and increasing market confidence. Moving averages signal a strong buy, reflecting heightened Bitcoin interest. The market appears poised for continued bullishness, with Bitcoin potentially reaching $88,000 soon, according to 99Bitcoins’ analyst.

Next Crypto to Explode?
Shifting our focus to the next cryptocurrency to potentially explode in 2024, we turn to 99Bitcoins again as they recently launched $99BTC, a new token with a “Learn-to-Earn” model. Users earn $99BTC for learning about crypto via interactive modules and quizzes.
The $99BTC presale began on April 10, 2024, initially priced at $0.001. Prices increase in subsequent stages. To buy, users need a wallet like MetaMask and can pay with ETH, USDT, BNB, or fiat.
Post-presale, investors can claim $99BTC tokens or stake them for rewards like premium content, trading signals, and discounts.
The total $99BTC supply is 99 billion, with 10.39 billion allocated for the presale. Initially an ERC-20 token, this presale raised over $1.5 million in about a month.
Conclusion
While Bitcoin price momentum consolidates, indicators suggest potential for a rebound or bullish breakout, making BTC a potentially compelling opportunity.
Additionally, the upcoming $99BTC token from 99Bitcoins might potentially present an intriguing opportunity as the next cryptocurrency to explode, offering a learn-to-earn model and benefits for early investors.
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18 Best Crypto Presales to Invest in 2024 – $99BTC Ranks High

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