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Pandos: A New Cryptocurrency Under $0.01 That Is Making Waves In The Market

Cryptocurrencies are constantly evolving and innovating, offering new opportunities for investors and enthusiasts alike. One of the latest trends in the crypto space is the emergence of penny cryptocurrencies, which are coins that trade at a price of $0.01 or below. These coins often have a large circulating supply and a low market capitalization, but they also have the potential to deliver massive returns if they gain traction and popularity.…

UK and Switzerland to sign landmark financial services agreement

The UK and Switzerland are set to sign a historic agreement on financial services cooperation, which will boost trade and investment between the two countries after Brexit. The deal, which will be announced by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt and his Swiss counterpart Ueli Maurer on Thursday, will cover areas such as banking, insurance, asset management, and capital markets. A new chapter in UK-Swiss relations The agreement, which has been negotiated over…

EY launches new green initiatives to support China’s carbon neutrality goal

EY, a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, has announced a series of new green initiatives to support China’s ambitious goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. The initiatives include expanding its green product portfolio, enhancing its green project assessment capabilities, and strengthening its information disclosure standards. EY’s green product portfolio EY has been developing and offering a range of green products to help its clients…

Business feud behind Pasir Ris mall slashing incident

A violent attack at a shopping mall in Pasir Ris on Tuesday (Dec 19) was allegedly motivated by a business rivalry between the victims and the suspect, according to the police. Suspect arrested within hours of attack The police said they received a call for assistance at White Sands Shopping Centre at about 1.15pm on Tuesday. Upon arrival, they found two men, aged 35 and 36, with slash wounds. They…

NHS data deal sparks outrage and protests against Palantir

What is Palantir and why is it controversial? Palantir is a US-based tech company that specializes in data analysis and software engineering. It was co-founded by Peter Thiel, a billionaire entrepreneur and investor who supported Donald Trump in his 2016 presidential campaign. Palantir has been involved in several controversial projects, such as providing technology to the US immigration enforcement agency (ICE) to track and deport migrants and asylum seekers, and…

NASA Achieves Breakthrough in Laser Communication from Deep Space

NASA has successfully demonstrated the use of laser communication technology to transmit data from a spacecraft 19 million miles away from Earth. The data included a high-definition cat video, which was sent back to Earth in less than a minute. What is Laser Communication and Why is it Important? Laser communication, or optical communication, is a method of encoding and transmitting information using infrared light instead of radio waves. Both…

Nubia Z50: A New Challenger in the High-End Smartphone Market

Nubia Technology launches its latest flagship device Nubia Technology, a Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has unveiled its newest flagship device, the Nubia Z50, on Monday. The Z50 is a premium smartphone that aims to compete with the likes of Samsung, Huawei, and Apple in the mid-range to high-end market segment. The Z50 features a 6.8-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1440p resolution. It is powered by the…

Arlington food bank receives overwhelming support after burglary

A heartless crime during the holidays The Arlington Community Food Bank was the victim of a burglary on Friday, December 15, 2023, just a week before Christmas. The thief broke into the food bank’s refrigerator and freezer, and stole hams, yogurt, eggs, and other items that were meant for the needy families in the area. The burglar also damaged the freezer door, causing a significant loss of cold air and…

Central Banks’ Gold Buying Spree Signals Economic Woes

Central banks around the world have been accumulating gold reserves at a record pace, reflecting the fragile and unbalanced nature of the global economic recovery. The demand for the precious metal has surged as central banks seek to diversify their portfolios, hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks, and reduce their dependence on the U.S. dollar. Gold as a Safe Haven Asset Gold is widely regarded as a safe haven asset…

Nigerian Stock Market Hits Record High as Banking Sector Leads the Way

The Nigerian stock market continued its bullish run on Thursday, as the market capitalisation surpassed the historic N40tn mark for the first time ever. The market was driven by strong performance in the banking sector, which accounted for more than half of the total value traded. Banking Stocks Shine as Investors Seek Value The banking sector was the star performer on Thursday, as investors sought value in the undervalued stocks.…