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News

Baidu to Test Robotaxi Service in Hong Kong

Baidu has secured approval to test its Apollo Go robotaxi service in Hong Kong, extending its autonomous vehicle operations beyond mainland China.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Online Black Friday Spending Rises 10%

U.S. shoppers made online purchases worth nearly $10.8 billion on Black Friday using their mobile phones, laptops, desktops and other portable devices.

Fintech & Ecommerce

How Online Payment Trends Affect Holiday Shopping

Holiday shopping patterns continuously change reflecting macroeconomic realities, consumer behaviour shifts, and the constant evolution of payment methods. As the season of joy is approaching, we cannot help but wonder what changes current online payment trends have brought to the holiday shopping routine. 

News

Norway Joins Eurosystem’s Payment Service

Norway has concluded the deal to add the krone to the Eurosystem’s Target Instant Payment Settlement (Tips) service.

Society & Lifestyle

Ugandan Central Bank Reportedly Faces Hacker Attack

The media reported that hackers broke into the systems of the central bank of Uganda and stole 62 billion shillings ($17 million) from its accounts.

News

Canada’s Economy Demonstrates Growth

In the third quarter of 2024, the Canadian economic system showed growth of 1% year-on-year.

News

Barclays Prefers German Blue-Chip Stocks Over French

Strategists at Barclays, a London-based bank, said that German blue-chip stocks show more promise compared to their French counterparts.

News

Euro-Area Inflation Climbs to 2.3%

In the eurozone, in November the inflation figure exceeded the European Central Bank’s target of 2%, although this circumstance, as experts suggest, is unlikely to become a deterrent in the context of the implementation of the intention of the financial authorities of the region to further cut interest rates next month and later.

Finance & Economics

India’s Quarterly Economic Growth Slumps to Near Two-Year Low

In the second fiscal quarter, which ended in September, the Indian economy showed growth of 5.4% year-on-year.

Events

3rd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference

Join us for the 3rd edition of MENA’s most influential event on financial restructuring! The 3rd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference, hosted by Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), is the region’s premier platform for shaping the future of financial transformation. This exclusive event gathers industry leaders and decision-makers to explore cutting-edge strategies and solutions. Don’t […]

News

US Reportedly Preps New China Chip Curbs

The media reported that the administration of the President of the United States Joe Biden is currently considering additional restrictions on the sale of semiconductor equipment and artificial intelligence memory chips to China.

News

Argil Raises $5.2 Million

Argil has closed a seed round supporting its virtual platform powered by artificial intelligence, which helps businesses, educators, and creators to produce videos.

Science & Technology

German Government Plans New Chip Subsidies

The German government is currently preparing new investments in the country’s semiconductor industry two months after Intel Corp. shelved intentions related to the construction of a chip manufacturing plant worth 30 billion euros ($32 billion) in Magdeburg.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Amazon S$2B Investments Into Singapore Businesses Creates Over 10,000 Indirect Jobs

Amazon invested over S$2 billion in Singapore in 2023, driving over 10,000 indirect jobs for the market and supporting thousands of local businesses.

News

FTC Reportedly Opens Antitrust Probe Into Microsoft

In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an antitrust investigation into Microsoft, which drilled all aspects of the technology giant’s activities, including, among others, business related to cloud computing, software licensing, functional solutions in the cybersecurity area and artificial intelligence products.

Society & Lifestyle

Australia Passes Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australia on Thursday, November 28, passed a law banning social media for children under the age of 16 after an active and high-profile public resonance, which has become one of the most discussed topics in the country.