In response to calls from advocacy groups, think tanks, and politicians for the government to address the cost-of-living crisis, Britain’s energy regulator announced Friday that it will increase its main cap on consumer energy bills to an average of £3,549… Read More ›
Sustainability
Honda Is Thinking About Cutting Its Ties To China, According To Sankei
According to a report in the Sankei newspaper on Wednesday, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. is thinking about creating a different supply chain to lessen its reliance on China. This would be a highly visible move by a significant Japanese manufacturer…. Read More ›
Post Welfare Boost, Surprise Sales Growth Reported By UK Retailers
According to figures released by the Confederation of British Industry on Thursday, British retailers reported their strongest sales in August in nine months, defying predictions for a decline as the cost-of-living squeeze hits households. The CBI’s retail sales balance for… Read More ›
China Declares Its First National Drought Emergency Amidst Extreme Heat
China declared its first drought emergency of the year as the country battles the record-breaking heatwave, causing the Yangtze River to dry up in some areas and placing stress on the power grid. After China’s central and southern provinces endured… Read More ›
Norway, Oil And Gas Giant, Will Invest In Solar Project In India, Views India As Priority Market
KLP, Norway’s largest pension provider, and the Climate Investment Fund will both make investments in Rajasthan, India’s 420-megawatt solar power project. For a 49 per cent stake in the Thar Surya 1 project, which is being built by the Italian company… Read More ›
Allianz Is In Negotiating With Banks About A China Asset Management Venture; Reuters
Allianz SE is in talks with Chinese banks to establish a majority-owned asset management venture in the world’s second-largest economy, with the goal of tapping a $4.3 trillion market for wealth products, according to a Reuters report quoting two people… Read More ›
Elon Musk Summons Twitter Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Ahead Of A Legal Battle
Elon Musk has filed a court summons against Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey as part of his legal battle with the tech company. Musk is attempting to terminate his $44 billion deal with Twitter, claiming that the company failed to provide… Read More ›
As The Merger Date Approaches, The Price Of Electric Ether Rises
Ethereum appears to be undergoing a massive update. At long last. The “Merge,” which has been delayed for years, appears to be on track for September, with the blockchain’s encryption undergoing a fundamental shift to a system in which the… Read More ›
Apple Intends To Include Advertisements In More iPhone Apps: Reports
According to Bloomberg, Apple may spread its advertising to more of its first-party iPhone apps in an effort to increase income. According to the article, the corporation’s ad division earns roughly $4 billion in annual income, but the company aims… Read More ›
Personalized Coffee And Fancy Skincare: Despite The Cost-Of-Living Problem, Consumers Are Flocking To Premium Items
Personalized coffees, “prestige” skincare, and “elevated” sauces and spreads are just a few ways firms like Starbucks, Unilever, and Kraft Heinz are shifting their focus toward premium products – and consumers appear to be loving it. But why are firms… Read More ›