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PDF Solutions, Inc. ( NASDAQ:PDFS – Get Free Report ) hit a new 52-week low on Friday . The stock traded as low as $27.52 and last traded at $27.59, with a volume of 37724 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $28.76. Analyst Ratings Changes Several brokerages have issued reports on PDFS. StockNews.com upgraded PDF Solutions from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, November 12th. Rosenblatt Securities restated a “buy” rating and issued a $40.00 price objective on shares of PDF Solutions in a research note on Friday, November 8th. Finally, Northland Securities reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $45.00 price objective on shares of PDF Solutions in a report on Tuesday, December 24th. View Our Latest Stock Report on PDFS PDF Solutions Stock Down 3.0 % Insider Buying and Selling In related news, Director Nancy Erba sold 2,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, December 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $30.81, for a total transaction of $61,620.00. Following the sale, the director now owns 13,739 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $423,298.59. This represents a 12.71 % decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink . Also, insider Andrzej Strojwas sold 5,030 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, December 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $30.85, for a total transaction of $155,175.50. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider now directly owns 94,717 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,922,019.45. The trade was a 5.04 % decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale can be found here . 11.13% of the stock is currently owned by insiders. Hedge Funds Weigh In On PDF Solutions Institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Needham Investment Management LLC grew its holdings in shares of PDF Solutions by 32.3% during the third quarter. Needham Investment Management LLC now owns 1,759,550 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $55,743,000 after purchasing an additional 429,550 shares in the last quarter. State Street Corp grew its stake in PDF Solutions by 2.1% in the 3rd quarter. State Street Corp now owns 1,147,622 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $36,357,000 after buying an additional 23,148 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP increased its holdings in shares of PDF Solutions by 1.9% in the 2nd quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 917,627 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $33,383,000 after buying an additional 16,853 shares during the last quarter. Emerald Advisers LLC increased its holdings in shares of PDF Solutions by 2.2% in the 3rd quarter. Emerald Advisers LLC now owns 895,248 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $28,361,000 after buying an additional 19,673 shares during the last quarter. Finally, William Blair Investment Management LLC raised its position in shares of PDF Solutions by 13.9% during the 2nd quarter. William Blair Investment Management LLC now owns 743,635 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $27,053,000 after buying an additional 90,789 shares in the last quarter. 79.51% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors. About PDF Solutions ( Get Free Report ) PDF Solutions, Inc provides proprietary software and physical intellectual property products for integrated circuit designs, electrical measurement hardware tools, proven methodologies, and professional services in the United States, China, Japan, and internationally. The company offers Exensio software products, such as Manufacturing Analytics that store collected data in a common environment with a consistent view for enabling product engineers to identify and analyze production yield, performance, reliability, and other issues; Process Control that provides failure detection and classification capabilities for monitoring, alarming, and controlling manufacturing tool sets; Test Operations that offer data collection and analysis capabilities; and Assembly Operations that provide device manufacturers with the capability to link assembly and packaging data, including fabrication and characterization data over the product life cycle. 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AMGEN ANNOUNCES 2025 FIRST QUARTER DIVIDENDNexOptic Technology Corp. ( CVE:NXO – Get Free Report )’s share price reached a new 52-week low during trading on Friday . The company traded as low as C$0.02 and last traded at C$0.02, with a volume of 436200 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$0.03. NexOptic Technology Stock Performance The stock has a 50 day simple moving average of C$0.03 and a 200 day simple moving average of C$0.02. The stock has a market cap of C$3.90 million, a P/E ratio of -1.00 and a beta of 1.14. The company has a current ratio of 0.07, a quick ratio of 0.01 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 56.33. About NexOptic Technology ( Get Free Report ) NexOptic Technology Corp., a technology company, develops artificial intelligence and imaging products. It engages in developing All Light Intelligent Imaging Solutions (ALIIS), a suite of intelligent imaging solution that processes raw images and video in real time; and NexCompress technological solutions. See Also Receive News & Ratings for NexOptic Technology Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for NexOptic Technology and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .PEP GUARDIOLA plans to hit the January sales for the first time in SEVEN years in a bid to halt Manchester City’s alarming slump. Guardiola will be handed a war chest after the champions made more than £250million on player trading over the past two years. 4 Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola may splash the cash in January Credit: AFP 4 Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes is believed to be keen on a move to Man City Credit: Getty 4 Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi is now more open to offers Credit: Getty Newcastle ’s Bruno Guimaraes and fellow midfielder Martin Zubimendi of Real Sociedad are on City’s radar following Ballon d’Or winner Rodri’s season-ending ACL injury. The champions have lost seven of their last 10 matches with injuries hitting them hard during a nightmare six weeks. So they will scour the market when the window opens next month in a bid to save their faltering season. City are aware it is difficult to sign top players in the winter and have not done major business since they signed centre-back Aymeric Laporte in 2018. Read More on Football GONE MAD Man Utd team-mates in furious on-pitch argument at final whistle after win PEP TALK Guardiola accused of losing trophies by dropping key players to hog the spotlight And the board will back Guardiola if the right man is available at a good price. Bruno is believed to be keen on a move to City but persuading the Toon to part with one of their key men in the middle of the season will be tricky. He was valued at £100m by his club in the summer - which was considered unrealistic by City - but his form this season has not justified that figure. Zubimendi was a target for Liverpool earlier this year and opted to stay in Spain but is now more open to offers. Most read in Football GER KIDDING Tottenham fans blast ex-Spurs star as he's spotted wildly celebrating Gers goal Rangers 1 Spurs 1 Gers left ruing Forster save after Kulusevski earns point for Postecolgou HE'S COD OFF Emotional statement signals end of Rangers old boys' partnership in League Two MAJOR CONCERN Key Rangers star is huge Celtic injury doubt after limping out of Spurs clash BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER S The Etihad hierarchy have always tried to plan their windows in advance but the long list of injuries has left the squad creaking with a lot of matches still ahead. Meanwhile City’s below par Champions League form has already cost them almost £6m. 'I won fair and clean,' says Jose Mourinho as he hits back after Pep Guardiola dig And they could be hit in the pocket by another £9m if they fail to reach the Last 16 in the New Year. Under the new league format, teams receive £1.7m for a win and around £600,000 for a draw. Rivals Liverpool have led the way, banking the maximum amount from their six league fixtures so far. Meanwhile, City have won just two of theirs – against Slovan Bratislava and Sparta Prague. They drew with Inter Milan as well as Feyenoord and lost to Sporting Lisbon as well as Juventus – leaving their participation in the latter rounds in the balance. Read more on the Scottish Sun WARMING UP Scots set for 21C swing as temperature rise to bring an end to sub zero freeze HOT BUY Shoppers race to Primark for fleecy £14 hoodie will keep you cosy on frosty days Under Guardiola, City traditionally made light work of the group stages – and won all six last year. This time they sit back in 22nd place in the table and will need points in their final two games next month to avoid an embarrassing early exit. 4 What will happen to Man City? MAN CITY began the season as favourites to win the Premier League title yet again – but there is one elephant in the room that threatens to put the skids under the Etihad giants. Sunsport’s MARTIN LIPTON discusses what the next few months could hold with Head of Sport SHAUN CUSTIS .... Custis: So the big question – will there be a resolution this season? Lipton : Yes.... probably! It will take at least a month to go through the evidence. So I suspect around March, April time, we will get a result. But that’s where it starts to get tricky. Custis : Why is that? Lipton : If the result is in City's favour, that's the end of the matter. They will be cleared. They will have no punishment to face. But if City are found guilty, these will be the heaviest penalties ever imposed by the Premier League. I suspect if they are found guilty, they will be expelled from the league or given a massive points deduction and a huge fine so that they're not in the Premier League next season. 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Gary Lineker lands first job since Match of the Day exit in shock new role alongside former England captainThe National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has indicated that TikTok and X (formerly Twitter) are yet to comply with tax filing requirements in accordance with Nigeria’s regulatory framework. The social media platforms were identified in a report obtained by PRNigeria, titled “Analysis of Compliance with Laws and Misinformation Management by Social Media Platforms in Nigeria.” However, Google, LinkedIn, and Meta have met their tax compliance obligations as outlined in Part III, Sections 3–1, and Part II, Section 10 of the “Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms and Internet Intermediaries (CoP for ICSP/II).” “The report underscores the importance of the Code in addressing the dualities of social media as both a tool for progress and a potential source of harm. By enforcing compliance, NITDA seeks to create a transparent and responsible digital ecosystem in Nigeria,” the review reads. ALSO READ: Custodial centres in FCT, Keffi overcrowded — Report The agency urged companies to prioritize compliance, emphasizing that conformity to the Code of Practice is crucial for cultivating trust, ensuring user safety, and preventing the misuse of digital platforms for damaging purposes. The Code, introduced by NITDA in September 2022 in collaboration with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), aims to mitigate online harm, promote accountability and create a safer digital environment. Part II, Section 10 of the Code mandates Large Service Platforms (LSPs) to submit annual compliance reports to NITDA to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and foster transparency. It also requires the establishment of physical offices, the appointment of liaison officers for government communication, and the engagement of certified fact-checkers. Already, major LSPs have registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The NITDA report further notes the significant content moderation efforts undertaken by LSPs, including actions on fake accounts and harmful content — child pornography, hate speech, and misinformation. As of 2023, many accounts in Nigeria were closed for breaching the NITDA Code and the community rules of different platforms: 9,610,054 on Google; 691,596 on LinkedIn; 599,776 on TikTok, and 1,198,205 on X. The platforms also deleted millions of posts that violated the provisions of the Code and community guidelines: 59,670,247 posts on Google; 237,837 on LinkedIn; 4,578,858 on TikTok, and 168,500 on X. NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
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Actor Tommy Flanagan has disclosed his intentions to move back to Scotland after 25 years in the US in the wake of Donald Trump' s massive election win. The star, known for his roles in hit shows and films like Gladiator, Peaky Blinders , and Sons of Anarchy, joins a host of Hollywood celebrities who have expressed their dismay at the political shift to the right in America. The 59-year-old said: "It's time to come home. I want to come back here. I've been away too long. I think it's time to move back to Scotland. I've been in the US for over 25 years and it's time to come home, especially after Trump getting back into the White House." Married to Dina and father to 12-year-old daughter Aunjanue, Tommy is eager to return to live and work in Scotland after spending more than two decades in the US film and television industry. Speaking to The Daily Record , he shared: "I'm based over there and my home is over there. It's time to get away from that Trump. I don't want to say I want to leave America because of him but it's not made me want to stay, put it that way. It's disgusting so we'll see. If I start talking about it I'll go f***ing mental. But it's not good." He also reflected on his connection to his homeland, stating: "I don't feel I've been gone that long to be honest with you, I really don't." Despite currently calling California home for the past quarter-century, he added: "I was on my way back years ago and then my daughter came along and she was born over there though she is Scottish. I want to bring her over here." Tommy, originally from Easterhouse, bears distinctive facial scars from a knife attack outside a nightclub where he was DJing. After being assaulted by a gang attempting to rob him, he was persuaded to try acting by his friend Robert Carlyle while recovering in hospital. He gained fame in Mel Gibson's 1995 film Braveheart and Lynne Ramsay's Ratcatcher, and played Cicero alongside Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix in Ridley Scott's 2000 film Gladiator. His other roles include Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2, Alien vs Predator, The Game and Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle. He is perhaps best known for his role as outlaw biker Flip 'Chips' Telford in the crime drama TV series Sons of Anarchy from 2008 - 2014. Having arrived in Glasgow at the weekend to present his friend, casting director Des Hamilton, with an Outstanding Contribution to Craft award at a star-studded BAFTA Scotland awards, Flanagan also revealed he has signed up to begin filming Guy Ritchie's latest project. Lock, Stock and Two Barrels and The Gentleman director Ritchie has enlisted him to join a star-studded cast that includes Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan and Tom Hardy for The Associate, a London-based gangster series The Associate which will air on Paramount+. Tommy said: "I just got back to present an award to my best pal Des Hamilton for Outstanding Contribution to Casting. He's a phenomenal guy. He's been a friend of mine the past 40 years. It's a pleasure to be that and to be in my hometown. "I'm about to start something with Guy Ritchie and Tom Hardy. I start that in December and I've a few things next year. "They haven't put any press out yet so I won't talk about it. Big Des is casting it, of course he is. He gets all the good stuff." The actor, eager to return to UK filming for The Associates next month, added: "I'm here to give the award to my pal Des and I'm back to work here and what I want to do and bring my daughter over here as soon as possible. She is a big Celtic fan like her father and she's proud to be Scottish." "She doesn't know what she wants to do yet. She's a wee fashionista at the moment with baggy sweaters and big jeans and all that. She thinks she knows everything. She's great. "I will be in Scotland. I think I've been gone long enough."North Korean nationals indicted in scheme using IT workers to funnel money for weapons programs
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These tools offer a wide range of features to help you manage and share your links effectively. 1. Bitly Bitly is one of the most popular URL-shortening services available today, known for its robust features and reliability. Key Features: Custom Branded Links: Bitly allows you to create custom URLs that align with your branding, which is particularly useful for businesses aiming to boost brand recognition. Comprehensive Analytics: With Bitly, users can access detailed analytics on each shortened link, including the number of clicks, the geographic location of users, and the type of device used to access the link. Link Management: Bitly provides a centralized dashboard where users can manage and edit links, making it a great tool for users with multiple campaigns to track. API Access: Bitly offers API integration for developers looking to automate the shortening process or build custom applications. Ideal For: Business owners, marketers, and content creators who need advanced features and analytics to track and optimize link performance. 2. TinyURL TinyURL is one of the oldest URL shorteners and is known for its simplicity and ease of use. Key Features: Quick and Simple: With TinyURL, you can create shortened URLs quickly without the need to create an account. This makes it perfect for users who need to shorten a link on the fly. Custom Aliases: TinyURL allows users to personalize the shortened link by selecting their preferred alias, such as https://tinyurl.com/mywebsitepromo . Browser Extension: TinyURL offers a browser extension, allowing users to shorten links directly from their browser without visiting the site. Ideal For: Casual users and those who need a fast, no-frills URL-shortening service. 3. Rebrandly Rebrandly specializes in creating branded short links, making it an ideal option for businesses and enterprises. Key Features: Branded Custom Domains: Rebrandly allows users to create short URLs with their domain names, such as https://brand.ly/summerpromo , which reinforces brand identity. Link Management Tools: Rebrandly provides a comprehensive dashboard where users can manage and track all their links in one place. Team Collaboration: For businesses with multiple team members, Rebrandly offers collaboration tools that allow users to work together on creating and managing links. Analytics and Insights: The platform provides in-depth analytics, such as geographic data, device usage, and click-through rates. Ideal For: Businesses looking to enhance their brand visibility with custom URLs require advanced analytics and management tools. 4. T2M T2M is another strong URL shortener, offering a range of useful features for businesses and individuals alike. 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Custom Branded Links: Users can create branded links using their domains to improve trust and recognition. Advanced API Integration: BL.INK offers advanced API capabilities, allowing developers to integrate link-shortening features into their applications and workflows. Link Management and Collaboration: The platform provides tools for managing links at scale, making it an excellent choice for large businesses with multiple users. Ideal For: Enterprises that require sophisticated link management and integration capabilities. 6. Ow.ly Ow.ly is a URL-shortening tool integrated with Hootsuite, a popular social media management platform. Key Features: Social Media Integration: Ow.ly is built into the Hootsuite platform, making it easy for users to shorten links directly within their social media management workflow. Comprehensive Analytics: Ow.ly provides detailed analytics for every shortened link, including click-through rates, geographic data, and device types. Bulk Link Creation: Ow.ly supports bulk link shortening, which is ideal for large campaigns or businesses that need to manage numerous links at once. Ideal For: Social media marketers who use Hootsuite need to shorten links for sharing on social media platforms. Factors to Consider When Choosing a URL Shortener When selecting a URL shortening service, it’s essential to consider various factors to ensure that the tool aligns with your needs. Ease of Use Some tools, like TinyURL, are extremely user-friendly and ideal for casual users. If you’re looking for a more feature-rich experience with analytics and branding, then Bitly or Rebrandly may be better suited to your needs. Features and Customization For businesses, it’s critical to choose a URL-shortening service that offers branding options and customizable URLs. Rebrandly and T2M are excellent choices for businesses that require full control over their links. Pricing While many URL shortening tools offer free versions, businesses may find that the premium options are worth the investment for additional features like advanced analytics, team collaboration, and custom branding. Compare the pricing plans to see which one fits within your budget. Security Some URL shortening services provide additional security features such as password protection for links. If privacy is a concern, look for services that offer these types of features. Analytics and Tracking If you need to track the performance of your links, choose a service that offers comprehensive analytics, such as Bitly, Rebrandly, or BL.INK. FAQs 1. Can I track the performance of my shortened URLs? Yes, most URL shortening services provide analytics dashboards that show metrics like clicks, user locations, and devices used. 2. Are URL shorteners safe to use? Yes, reputable URL shortening services take security seriously, often including features like link expiration and password protection. 3. Can I customize my shortened URL? Yes, many services, like Rebrandly and T2M, allow users to create custom URLs that align with their branding. 4. Do short URLs impact SEO? No, URL shorteners use 301 redirects, which pass on the SEO value from the original URL. 5. Can I integrate these tools with my marketing platforms? Yes, many URL shorteners, such as Bitly and Rebrandly, offer integrations with popular marketing platforms and CRMs. Conclusion URL shorteners are indispensable tools in the digital world, simplifying the sharing of links and enhancing online marketing strategies. Whether you’re looking for a simple tool to shorten links or a comprehensive solution with analytics and branding options, there is a URL shortener to meet your needs. 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For the time being, the trees along Goodhue Boulevard will remain. The city on Tuesday withdrew its application to the Nebraska Capitol Environs Commission to remove 24 trees along Goodhue Boulevard that line the south corridor leading to the state Capitol. “Lincoln’s quality of life is strengthened when our community forest is healthy and thriving,” said Parks and Recreation Department Director Maggie Stuckey-Ross. “Our department looks forward to working with the public on a plan for Goodhue Boulevard that emphasizes the safety of the public and the health of our urban canopy. The withdrawal of this application allows us to continue the community conversation and move forward together with a strong plan.” The plan, to remove the old and dying trees between A and H streets and replace them with 46 new trees along Goodhue Boulevard and an additional 24 trees at intersections along that corridor, upset many of the residents in the area. People are also reading... They worried about the loss of the tree canopy in the area and how it would affect residents' utility bills and wildlife and maintained that many of the trees have additional life in them if they are pruned, mulched and watered. City officials said the trees were old, had health issues and posed a safety risk to residents. Parks and Recreation officials had planned to use $140,000 in federal dollars from the Inflation Reduction Act to remove and replace the trees, money that must be spent by the end of 2025. In October, the city had made an application with the Nebraska Capitol Environs Commission for a Certificate of Appropriateness for the removal of the trees. In its application, city staff noted that tree removals due to poor health do not typically necessitate a certificate from the commission, but that the Goodhue tree removal project merited special consideration based on the commission’s design oversight of the corridor. Many opponents to the plan testified at the first commission meeting, and Parks and Recreation officials then attended a Near South Neighborhood Association meeting to further discuss the plan and postponed the commission vote in November. The commission was scheduled to vote on the plan Friday. Parks and Recreation officials say they anticipate continued community engagement as they develop a new plan for Goodhue Boulevard that prioritizes public safety and the health of the urban canopy. Daily Minute: Changes to mental health coverage; airlines still interested; NU Bowl Game announced. Top Journal Star photos for December 2024 Eddie Walters, dressed as the Grinch, leads the pack of runners along the Billy Wolff trail during the Santa Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Cicely Wardyn of Lincoln adjusts an outdoor heater next to a Nativity scene during the Hometown Christmas event Sunday at the Governor's Mansion. Nebraska plays against Florida A&M in an NCAA tournament game on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. Fourth grade student Lulu Kulwick carries her review worksheet to meet with her teacher during computer science class. Each student was asked to analyze how fun, challenging and easy to understand each game was, and discuss what they thought was a good aspect to the game, and what could use some work. Ben Heppner is illuminated by morning light as he waits for the start of the Santa Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, inside the Fleet Feet store. Nebraska head coach Amy Williams (left) and Callin Hake (14) cheer for their team after a defensive stop during the third quarter of the game against Minnesota on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Members of the Lincoln Journal Star's 2024 Super State volleyball team compete in Dance Dance Revolution and air hockey while at a photo shoot on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at Round 1 Arcade. Lincoln North Star's J'Shawn Afun (10) and Mekhi Wayne-Browne (11) battle Lincoln Southeast's Jaydee Dongrin (21) for a rebound in the first half on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at Lincoln Southeast High School. Miami's Flormarie Heredia Colon (left) and Ashley Carr celebrate a point against South Dakota State during an NCAA first-round match, Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, at the Devaney Sports Center. Workers pull up the Capitol Christmas tree on Monday at the Capitol. The 22-foot Colorado spruce from Walton was selected by the Office of the Capitol Commission to be this year’s annual Christmas tree. Jenni Watson helps to arrange chairs for New Covenant Community Church's first service in their repaired main auditorium on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at New Covenant Community Church. New Covenant Community Church is nearing completion of six months of reconstruction project after a fire in May damages the church. While the building was not fully consumed by fire, there was significant water damage to the main auditorium and the first floor south wing. Jack, the dog, lifts his leg on the Christmas tree that his owners David and Karen Petersen of Hickman chose as Max Novak helps them on Saturday at Prairie Woods tree farm in Hallam. Iowa's Drew Stevens (18) kicks a game-winning field goal through the arms of Nebraska's Ty Robinson (9) and Nash Hutmacher (0) on Friday at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. Lincoln Northwest senior Kynzee McFadden (top right) works with her teammates as they compete in an identifying game on the Anatomage Table on Tuesday at Lincoln Northwest High School. An Anatomage Table is a digital platform that allows students to perform virtual experiments on a life-size touchscreen. The table is a tool that provides an interactive view of the human body, allowing students to virtually work with different body parts. Dahlia Brandon of Lincoln tickles her 15-month-old daughter, Gema, with a stuffed animal while shopping at HobbyTown on Saturday. The toy and game store nearly doubled its sales on Black Friday from last year. Nebraska's Berke Büyüktuncel (left) and South Dakota's Max Burchill (3) reach for the ball during the first half of the game on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Contact the writer at mreist@journalstar.com or 402-473-7226. On Twitter at @LJSReist. Get Government & Politics updates in your inbox! Stay up-to-date on the latest in local and national government and political topics with our newsletter. Local government reporter {{description}} Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items.Play-to-earn (P2E) cryptocurrencies are growing fast in popularity, providing gamers the chance to earn real-world rewards in return for achieving goals within games. Blockchain-based games provide unique tokens and assets, which users can buy or sell to generate a profit. With December 2024 coming up, many new, exciting P2E games are jumping at the attention of gamers and crypto enthusiasts. The top 10 play-to-earn play-to-earn cryptocurrencies to watch this month will also be explored in this article, which highlights their future capacity and rewards. Play to earn (P2E) gaming enables users to earn cryptocurrency and blockchain based assets while playing. Such rewards can come in the form of native tokens, NFTs (non-fungible tokens), or convertible virtual items — that is, items which have real value in the marketplace. The blockchain gaming sector is scaling, and these P2E platforms afford gamers a way to monetize their time playing games and their in game skills. As December 2024 looms and marks a defining month for the P2E industry, gamers are increasingly in need of knowing the top projects of the bunch. Axie Infinity (AXS): Axie Infinity (AXS) is one of the most popular P2E platforms. This game involves the act of breeding, battle, and trade of creatures known as Axies. Using the AXS tokens earned, one can cash their rewards or reinvest them in the game. The strong community and sustainable rewards make Axie Infinity still attracting players to the platform. The Sandbox (SAND): This is a virtual world where players can create, own and monetize gaming experiences. SAND is built on Ethereum blockchain — earning it can be done by selling lands, creating games, and trading in game items. It is where creativity meets blockchain, making it an interesting platform to explore in December 2024. Decentraland (MANA): A decentralized virtual world where players are able to discover and interact with digital assets in an immersive and engaging environment, MANA is a cryptocurrency issued by Decentraland. MANA can be earned through the creation of virtual experiences or trading virtual real estate. Of course, with a continually developing metaverse, Decentraland is one of the interesting P2E cryptocurrencies to consider. Illuvium (ILV): Illuvium is a popular RPG game on the blockchain, and it allows players to collect and battle with powerful creatures called Illuvials. Players can earn ILV tokens by participating in battle and quests, which they can use or trade them for cash. The tremendous graphics and interactive gameplay of Illuvium bring it to the top of the P2E space. Gala Games (GALA): Gala Games (GALA) is a platform of P2E offering multiple blockchain-based games, through which players can earn GALA tokens. As it backs decentralization and empowers players to make decisions on the platform, Gala Games is continuously releasing new content, attracting gamers and, more importantly, crypto investors towards the diversified portfolio of games. Star Atlas (ATLAS): Star Atlas (ATLAS) is a space-themed MMORPG developed on the Solana blockchain. Players go through space exploration, fight enemy forces, and build empires while earning ATLAS tokens. With its extensive virtual universe and high community strength, Star Atlas is fast growing into one of the most ambitious P2E games to explore. Alien Worlds (TLM): Alien Worlds (TLM) transports players into a futuristic space-themed metaverse in which they can mine resources and battle for domination. Players earn TLM tokens, usable for governance or trade. The game's sci-fi elements and decentralized economy make it an uncommon addition to the P2E sector. My Neighbor Alice (ALICE): My Neighbor Alice (ALICE) is an entertaining farming simulation game where one gets the chance to earn ALICE tokens by developing virtual islands and socializing with neighbors. The game combines creativity with earning potential, making it a fantastic option for casual gamers seeking profits. Gods Unchained (GODS): Gods Unchained (GODS) is a pretty popular P2E card game where people can collect, trade, and battle using digital cards. In Gods Unchained, players can receive GODS tokens after winning battles, which are used to acquire new cards or are sold on the market. Because of its approach involving strategy and competitiveness, it is one of the top contenders for P2E games. Splinterlands (SPS): Splinterlands is a blockchain trading card game, earning players SPS tokens through competitive card battles. It is a fantastic choice for the P2E enthusiast as it offers a great and dynamic gameplay experience with a community that is vivid and engaging. These P2E cryptocurrencies give the gamer an opportunity to monetize their skills in light of ongoing innovation through blockchain technology. From Axie Infinity established ones to Star Atlas, still fighting for a position among the games, a December 2024 promises to be an exciting time for P2E games, more often on the entertainment side but really opening avenues to real-world financial rewards.