Technology

Quantum Computing in Banking: Is any of It a Good Idea?

As we speak, our traditional trust-based banking system is crumbling down like a house of cards. Most experts hope that blockchain-based finance, or in other words, no-trust finance, will salvage the economy. Now, more than ever before, people are careful where they invest their money. But with the threat of malicious quantum computing use cases, […]

Yuan vs. Dollar: The Battle for Global Supremacy

As the world’s two largest economies, the United States (US) and China have been engaged in a game of economic tug-of-war for decades. But for all that, recent developments suggest that the struggle for global supremacy between these superpowers may be taking on a more political dimension.   With China extending its political reach toward countries […]

Eleven EU Countries Push to Keep Nuclear Out of Renewable Energy Goals

Energy ministers from eleven European Union countries, led by Austria, on Tuesday formed an alliance to push back attempts by France and others to count nuclear energy towards the bloc’s renewable energy goals. Calling themselves the ‘Friends of Renewable Energy’, the governments aim to fend off attempts by a rival alliance – led by France, […]

Crown Resorts Says Ransomware Group Claims Accessing Some of Its Files

Crown Resorts said on Monday a ransomware group had contacted the company, claiming that they had gained access to some files related to Australia’s biggest casino operator following a data breach at a file transfer service GoAnywhere. “We were recently contacted by a ransomware group who claimed they have illegally obtained a limited number of […]

SVB Deal Helps to Steady Banks Amid Credit Crunch Concerns

A buyer for Silicon Valley Bank’s deposits and loans helped shares in European lenders mount a partial recovery on Monday, after the sector was hammered last week by worries of systemic bank stress and a credit crunch. There are also hopes for extra support for bank funding, after Bloomberg News reported U.S. authorities were in […]

Predictive Agriculture Is Planting the Seeds for Sustainability

Predictive agriculture is the future of farming, utilizing advanced technologies to streamline crop management and increase yields. By harnessing the power of data analytics, machine learning, and other cutting-edge tools, farmers can now make informed decisions about everything from planting to harvest. They can better understand weather patterns, soil conditions, and plant health indicators with […]

US Vice President Harris Promises Greater Investment for Africa

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris said on Sunday that the United States will increase investment in Africa and help spur economic growth as she began a week long tour of the continent aimed at offering a counter to the influence of rival China. China has invested heavily in Africa in recent decades, including in infrastructure […]

Finding the Balance between AI Innovation and Security  

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live and work, from chatbots and self-driving cars to personalized medical treatments and intelligent home assistants. As AI innovations continues to evolve, it’s becoming increasingly urgent to establish a regulatory framework that promotes ethical development and deployment all while ensuring national security.   But as we dive into […]