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IOL News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Reality check: three gripping shows that reveal the psychology of competition
"Battle Camp" season 1 cast. Image: Instagram. Over the past few weeks, I've swapped my usual line-up for some gripping reality TV competition shows on Netflix Think "Survivor", "The Mole" or "The Circle", but with a more refreshing take on things. And if I'm being honest, there were so many notable insights into human behaviour. First up was "Battle Camp", a mix of "Survivor" and "Wheel of Fortune", where the contestants are well-known stars from other shows such as "Squid Game: The Challenge", "Selling The OC" and "Too Hot to Handle". After being divided into teams, the Wolves, the Bears, and the Eagles, they feature in a mix of hair-raising physical challenges, group votes, and strategic gameplay to avoid elimination. Ultimately, contestants will need to be unbeatable, unbreakable and unhateable to have the chance of winning $250 000 (around R4.5 million). The show is a perfect blend of fun and nail-biting suspense. A scene from "Million Dollar Secret". Image: Instagram. Next up, "Million Dollar Secret". Hosted by British comedian Peter Serafinowicz, the series features twelve contestants, one of whom is secretly awarded a $1 000 000 prize at the start of the game. The contestant who finds it becomes the "Millionaire" and must conceal their identity for the duration of the game. The remaining contestants, known as "Hunters", aim to hunt down who is secretly holding the prize money. At the end of each episode, players vote to "lock out" the person they most suspect. If the Millionaire is eliminated, the money is re-hidden in a new box, and the game continues. Throughout the game, players must participate in trust-based challenges, alliance-building exercises, and "Secret Agendas," which are private missions that can influence power and suspicion in the house. The show incorporates elements of strategy, emotional intelligence and psychological deception. Cast of "The Trust". Image: Instagram. Then, "The Trust: A Game of Greed", heightened my fascination. Eleven strangers are offered $250 000 to split equally among themselves or to eliminate each other and eventually receive more money for themselves. Contestants play games that can add money to the prize pot. These include games that reveal secrets about each other or games that ask them to reveal their voting history. Some contestants are offered access to "The Vault", which allows them to take an offer which could benefit themselves or the group. "The Trust" explores human behaviour and psychology.
Cision Canada
30-04-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
KuCoin Commits $2 Billion to "Trust Project" to Strengthen Confidence in Crypto; CEO BC Wong Announces Initiative at TOKEN2049
VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 30, 2025 /CNW/ -- KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has committed $2 billion to its newly launched "Trust Project", a long-term initiative aimed at strengthening transparency, enhancing platform security, advancing compliance, and promoting responsible innovation across the crypto industry. The announcement was made by BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin, during his keynote address at TOKEN2049, held from April 30 to May 1, 2025. Oliver Stauber, CEO of KuCoin EU, joined BC on stage to jointly present KuCoin's renewed commitment to building a more resilient and trustworthy digital asset platform to an audience of over 15,000 industry leaders, regulators, and crypto enthusiasts. Their keynote, titled "The Trust Gap in Crypto: Building Platforms That Deserve to Win," emphasized that the next phase of crypto adoption must be underpinned by proactive accountability and institutional-grade trust. "Mainstream crypto demands responsible innovation," said BC Wong. "Big opportunities come with greater accountability." The Trust Project reflects KuCoin's core platform values — user protection, verifiable transparency, compliance-first operations, infrastructure neutrality, and a commitment to long-term sustainability. This multi-year investment will support continued security enhancements, strengthen regulatory collaboration, and fund global educational initiatives that empower users and contribute to a more mature and credible crypto environment. As part of this initiative, KuCoin also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the KCS (KuCoin Token) ecosystem, recognizing it as a core pillar in aligning long-term value with community participation. KCS will play a central role in reinforcing user incentives, supporting governance innovation, and expanding utility across KuCoin's growing suite of products and services. With this bold initiative, KuCoin reinforces its position as a trusted leader dedicated to shaping the future of crypto through integrity, innovation, compliance, and user-first principles. About KuCoin Founded in 2017, KuCoin is one of the pioneering and most globally recognized technology platforms supporting digital economies, built on a robust foundation of cutting-edge blockchain infrastructure, liquidity solutions, and exceptional user experience. With a connected user base exceeding 40 million worldwide, KuCoin offers comprehensive digital asset solutions across wallets, trading, wealth management, payments, research, ventures, and AI-powered bots. KuCoin has garnered accolades such as "Best Crypto Apps & Exchanges" by Forbes and has been recognized among the "Top 50 Global Unicorns" by Hurun in 2024. This recognition reflects its commitment to user-centric principles and core values, which include integrity, accountability, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Learn more:
