💰 Tesla, Bitcoin values soar as Trump declares victory, China's new satellite-wrecking weapon, 8 hardy plants that could thrive on Mars

The value of Bitcoin surged to a record-high as investor sentiments kicked in following signs of Republican candidate Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. Presidential elections race.

With every sign pointing to Trump’s return to the White House, the world’s biggest cryptocurrency surged 7 percent to over $75,000 dollars in the late hours. At the time of writing this report, Bitcoin is selling at $72,897 in the market.

The fervor associated with the Republican candidate’s win has also led to the stocks of Elon Musk’s company – Tesla – gaining in the market. Dive deeper into this Must-Read.

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💰 Tesla, Bitcoin values soar as Trump declares US Presidential victory

Tesla shares were trading at $251.44 on November 5 at market closing time. This is a minor 3.5 percent jump from the opening value; however, the price of its stocks went up to $259 in the after-hours.

It is important to note that in recent months, Musk has emerged as one of the biggest supporters of Trump’s candidature. Depending on Trump’s win, the Tesla CEO will likely have a major role in forming and implementing key policies in the upcoming administration.

The Asian markets also responded positively as the former president marches closer towards reelection. The results are going to have a global impact on the world economy.

📡 China develops new satellite-wrecking Death Star-like microwave weapon

Chinese scientists have reportedly developed a new kind of multi-beam converging microwave weapon. Designed to combine several beams in one location with ultra-precise timing, this weapon could be used to target a single object.

Similar in concept to the super laser from the Death Star battle station of Star Wars fame, the new Chinese weapon has allegedly completed experimental military trials. In Star Wars lore, the Death Star’s main weapon uses kyber crystals (the same used in lightsabers) to generate power.

This is then directed through several laser cannons, that merge at a single point to generate a beam so powerful it can destroy entire planets. While impressive cinematically, this kind of weapon has long been considered a complete fantasy.

🌱 From sweet potatoes to moss: 8 hardy plants that could thrive on Mars

Mars is the seventh largest planet in our solar system and, along with Venus, one of Earth’s two closest planetary neighbors. It is rocky, dry, and freezingly cold with temperatures ranging between −70 and 0°C (−94 and 32°F).

However, research indicates that this was not always the case. The so-called Red Planet once boasted abundant water, warmer temperatures, and a thicker atmosphere, offering a potentially habitable ecosystem. That’s why it continues to inspire scientists for future human exploration and possible habitation.

One way to support this goal is to introduce resilient plant species that can not only survive but also transform the planet’s harsh conditions. From sweet potatoes to moss, multiple plants could potentially thrive on Mars in the future.

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