Dutch startup LionVolt secures €15 million in funding to advance solid-state battery innovation
Revolutionizing Battery Technology: LionVolt’s Groundbreaking Approach As the global transition towards electrification gains momentum, the demand for advanced batteries that offer enhanced performance, safety, and sustainability has become increasingly pronounced.…
Wonder Ventures raises £74M to fuel innovation in early-stage technology endeavors.
London, February 15, 2024 Decade of Dedication: Supporting Early-Stage Innovation In the dynamic landscape of technology entrepreneurship, securing initial funding for groundbreaking ideas remains a monumental challenge. Recognizing this gap,…
Apple’s iMessage and Microsoft’s Bing Escape Tight DMA Restrictions in EU Decision
The European Commission recently announced a decision that has significant implications for two of the world’s largest technology companies, Apple and Microsoft. This decision revolves around the Digital Markets Act…
Revolut Revolutionizes Connectivity: Unveils UK Phone Plans, Pioneering Fintech Telecom
Revolut, a leading British fintech company, is launching innovative phone plans in the United Kingdom, as reported by CNBC. This initiative marks Revolut as the first financial services firm in…
Fragile-Five Era Over as Investments Flow into India, Indonesia
A decade after being tagged as part of the “Fragile Five” by Morgan Stanley, India and Indonesia have undergone a remarkable transformation, now standing as top picks for global investors.…
Apple’s iOS 17.4 Update: No More Web App Support in the EU
Apple’s recent iOS 17.4 beta release has sparked significant discussion among iPhone users and developers in the European Union (EU), primarily due to its compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets…
United States Poised to Eclipse China as Germany’s Foremost Trading Ally by 2025
In a significant shift within the global economic landscape, the United States is on the brink of surpassing China to become Germany’s paramount trade partner by 2025, assuming current trends…
Generative AI is seamlessly being introduced to the famous Google Maps.
PARIS — In an innovative leap forward, Google is set to redefine how we explore and discover places by integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) into Google Maps. This groundbreaking approach…
WhatsApp Break Barriers by Embracing Third-Party Messaging Apps
WhatsApp’s groundbreaking move to enable interoperability with other encrypted messaging apps marks a significant pivot in the digital communication landscape, driven by the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). This…
Britain allocates £100 million towards AI research and regulatory efforts.
London, UK – In a significant move towards advancing the field of artificial intelligence (AI), the United Kingdom has announced a substantial investment of over £100 million (US$125 million) in…
Revised Figures Show UK Labour Market More Constrained Than Previously Estimated
Recent adjustments to the UK‘s population estimates have revealed a tighter labour market than previously understood, with a significant decrease in unemployment rates. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported…
BP makes a comeback with a net annual profit of US$15.2 billion and boosts its share buyback program.
London, UK – In a stunning reversal of fortunes, British energy giant BP announced on Tuesday that it had rebounded into vast profitability in 2023, marking a remarkable turnaround from…
Global Factory Activity Shows Mixed Results in January
The beginning of 2024 saw a varied performance across global manufacturing sectors, highlighted by the latest surveys released on February 1. Weak demand from China impacted Asia’s economic stability, while…
China Issues Warning to Ukraine for Labeling Its Enterprises as ‘War Sponsors’
In Kyiv, on February 1, tensions escalated as China communicated concerns to Ukraine over the potential damage to bilateral relations following Kyiv’s decision to label over a dozen Chinese firms…
Amazon Abandons iRobot Vacuum Maker Acquisition Following EU Objections
The recent fallout of Amazon’s acquisition of iRobot, the company behind the iconic Roomba vacuum, marks a significant turning point not just for iRobot but for the entire home robotics…
Apple Unveils Groundbreaking Changes in Europe: Third-Party App Stores and Reduced Fees to Comply with DMA
Apple’s recent announcement to revamp its app ecosystem in Europe in accordance with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) underscores a pivotal moment in digital market regulation and its…
IMF Anticipates Global ‘Soft Landing’ on Horizon, Revises Upward 2024 Economic Growth Forecast
On Tuesday, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) slightly raised its global economic growth forecast, enhancing the projections for the United States and China, the globe’s primary economic powerhouses. This revision…
HSBC Incurs £57 Million Fine in the UK for Incorrectly Classifying Deposits
HSBC Holdings Plc has been subjected to a significant fine of £57.4 million (equivalent to $73 million) by UK regulatory authorities due to deficiencies related to how it classified deposits…
UK Retail Price Inflation Plummets to Its Lowest in Nearly Two Years
January witnessed a notable slowdown in the pace of growth in the UK, as retailers offered substantial discounts in an effort to stimulate sales during a sluggish period. This development…