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News

AI Share in U.S. VC Funding Surges

AI funding surges in 2024, as U.S. investors are seeking opportunities to invest in this rapidly growing but still emerging technology.

News

Global Public Debt to Surpass $100T in 2024

The IMF reports that global public debt is projected to exceed $100 trillion by the end of 2024, largely driven by rising fiscal deficits in the United States and China.

Fintech & Ecommerce

How to Avoid Startup Failure in Fintech

The fintech segment has one of the highest rates of startup failures, making it one of the high-growth but high-risk industries. Is it possible to improve the statistics if only a little bit? Here we are to analyse that.

News

Boeing Launches Share Sale

Boeing Co. has launched a share sale worth almost $19 billion.

Science & Technology

Intel Invests $300 Million in China

Intel has announced its intention to expand its chip packaging and testing base in Chengdu, a city located in the southwestern part of China and the capital of Sichuan province.

News

Hong Kong Unveils Rules for Responsible AI Use

The Hong Kong government has unveiled its first guidelines on the practice of responsible use of artificial intelligence and embraced blockchain, as local regulators seek to stay ahead of the pace of the technological revolution, which is likely to disrupt financial services.

Finance & Economics

Global Economy to Maintain Stable Growth of 3.2% in 2025

The global economy is expected to perform in a “stable yet underwhelming” manner in 2024 and 2025, showing a steady growth rate of 3.2%, according to the IMF forecast.

Fintech & Ecommerce

U.S. Dollar Dominates SWIFT Payments

In August 2024, the dollar accounted for almost half (49.1%) of payments handled by the global payment network SWIFT, with no other currency presenting solid competition to the dollar’s role in international payments.

Articles

Why Are Crypto Payments So Rare in E-Commerce?

Statistics say private cryptocurrencies and stablecoins were used for less than 0.2% of global e-commerce transaction value in 2022. At the same time, global cryptocurrency ownership rates have been steadily increasing for the past few years. Besides, the growing number of merchants are adding crypto to acceptable payment methods. Something just doesn’t add up. What […]

Fintech & Ecommerce

Getnet Launches Single Entry Point for Payments in Latin America

Getnet has launched a regional e-commerce solution that provides a single entry point (SEP) for payment transactions in countries such as Chile, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina.

News

Osigu Raises $25 Million for Healthcare Platform

Osigu has announced the first closing of a Series B funding round in the amount of $25 million.

News

Perplexity AI Says Its Search Engine Serves 100 Million Queries Per Week

Perplexity AI chief executive officer Aravind Srinivas on Friday, October 25, said that this artificial intelligence search company serves more than 100 million queries weekly.

Science & Technology

Apple Reportedly Tests Blood-Sugar App

The media reports that Apple this year tested an app with which people with prediabetes will be able to control the process of food intake and change their lifestyle.

Finance & Economics

US Consumer Sentiment Demonstrates Improvement

In October, local consumer sentiment in the United States showed an increase, reaching a mark that corresponds to a six-month high.

Finance & Economics

Morgan Stanley Lowers Climate Target

Morgan Stanley lowered its expectations for cutting emissions in its corporate lending portfolio.

Finance & Economics

Comparing Terms Deposits: Using Interest Calculators to Find the Best Rates

Term deposits are one of the best ways to grow your savings. Otherwise called fixed deposits, you can earn interest by depositing a lump sum for a fixed time. Nowadays, many banks and other financial institutions also offer term deposits with varying rates, which can be pretty overwhelming if you’re unfamiliar with it. Worry no […]