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FridayFeb 07, 2025 10:00 am

E-Commerce to Experience 45% Growth in Europe Within 5 Years

The European e-commerce sector is set to experience remarkable growth, with industry analysts predicting a 45% increase in online sales between 2024 and 2029. According to a recent Forrester report, e-commerce revenue in Europe is expected to rise from €389 billion ($404.1bn) in 2024 to €565 billion ($587bn) by 2029, solidifying the digital marketplace as a dominant force in the retail industry. While e-commerce has been expanding for years, the latest projections indicate a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% from 2023 to 2029. This figure represents a slight decline from previous estimates, which had predicted an annual growth…

ThursdayFeb 06, 2025 10:00 am

What You Need to Know About Plans to Ban TikTok

TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with millions of users scrolling through short videos daily. But there’s been a lot of talk about banning TikTok in some countries, especially in the U.S. If you’re wondering what’s going on and why, here’s what you need to know. The main reason behind the push to ban TikTok is national security concerns. TikTok is owned by ByteDance, a Chinese company, and some governments worry that the app could share user data with the Chinese government. While TikTok has repeatedly denied these claims, many officials believe…

TuesdayFeb 04, 2025 10:00 am

TikTok’s Troubles in the US Highlight the Classic Battle for Social Media Dominance

The ongoing drama surrounding TikTok in the United States is more than just a potential ban, it’s a glimpse into the power struggle shaping the future of social media. With tech giants, politicians, and investors all watching closely, the fate of TikTok highlights a much bigger issue: Who really controls the digital world? TikTok’s U.S. ban has been discussed for years, with concerns primarily tied to its Chinese ownership. Lawmakers claim the app poses a security risk because of its ties to China-based ByteDance. They fear that user data could be accessed by the Chinese government, a claim TikTok has…

FridayJan 31, 2025 10:00 am

Russian Power Operator Turns to BTC Mining to Utilize Excess Capacity

Russia’s largest electric grid operator, Rosseti Group, is exploring Bitcoin mining to make use of its extra power supply. The company wants to connect cryptocurrency mining facilities to its underused power centers, reducing wasted energy while boosting revenue and local economies. Rosseti operates Russia’s vast power grid, and in some areas, its power supply centers are not fully used. Instead of letting this extra electricity go to waste, the company sees Bitcoin mining as a way to make better use of it. Bitcoin mining requires a lot of electricity. By hosting mining operations, Rosseti can increase electricity sales and bring…

ThursdayJan 30, 2025 10:00 am

Bitcoin Mining Boosts Texas Grid Stability, Saves $18 Billion for the State

Texas has found an unlikely ally in its battle for grid stability—Bitcoin mining. A new report by the Digital Assets Research Institute (DARI) reveals that Bitcoin mining has saved the state an astonishing $18 billion by reducing reliance on its traditional gas peaker plants. This innovative solution is proving to be not only cost-effective but also environmentally advantageous. The Texas electrical grid has faced serious challenges in recent years, including the devastating 2021 winter storm that led to widespread blackouts. Historically, grid operators have used gas peaker plants to handle spikes in electricity demand. However, these plants are expensive, inefficient,…

TuesdayJan 28, 2025 10:00 am

Report Shows 2025 Will Be Good for Investment Banking

Wall Street is heading into 2025 with strong results and high hopes for the year ahead. A recent report from Morningstar DBRS Inc. highlights how major banks performed well in the last quarter of 2024, signaling a bright future for investment banking. Big banks like JP Morgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley reported better-than-expected results. Together, their revenues were up 14% compared to the same time in 2023. Even more impressively, their earnings are now 37% higher than they were before the pandemic in 2019. This strong performance shows the banks have recovered and are…

TuesdayJan 28, 2025 10:00 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) Reports Increase in Fiscal Year 2024 Bookings and First-Ever Customer Purchase of an Advantage(TM) Quantum Computer

D-Wave bookings for fiscal year 2024 will exceed $23 million, marking at least a 120% increase compared to fiscal year 2023, an increase driven in part by first-ever customer purchase of a D-Wave(TM) Advantage annealing quantum computing system. The company also announced the successful completion of a $150 million “at-the-market” (“ATM”) equity offering, contributing to a current cash balance of approximately $320 million. The Advantage quantum computer purchase represents an expansion of the company’s revenue model as a result of broadening its go-to-market offering to include on-premises system sales. CEO Dr. Alan Baratz emphasized that the company believes the world…

FridayJan 24, 2025 10:00 am

Researchers Discover New Electrolyte that Could Transform Solid-State Batteries

A groundbreaking discovery by researchers from China and Germany could change the way we use batteries. These scientists have developed a new lithium-sulfur (LiS) solid-state battery with an innovative glass-like electrolyte. This design promises faster charging, greater energy storage, and longer durability, potentially making current battery technology outdated. So what's so special about the new battery? The secret to this breakthrough lies in the electrolyte. Traditional batteries use a liquid electrolyte, which can leak or cause safety issues. This new battery uses a solid electrolyte made from boron, sulfur, lithium, phosphorus, and iodine. While it is solid, it has properties…

ThursdayJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

Breakthrough in Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Promises to Change Green Energy

Green energy is taking a giant leap forward thanks to researchers who have developed a compact and powerful hydrogen fuel cell. This invention brings clean energy closer to everyday use. From powering cars and devices to lighting up remote areas, this breakthrough is set to transform how we access sustainable energy. Hydrogen fuel cells are celebrated as a game-changer in the energy world. Unlike traditional batteries or fossil fuels, they produce electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, with water vapor as the only byproduct making them one of the cleanest energy solutions available today. The latest innovation,…

FridayJan 17, 2025 8:45 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) CEO Dr. Alan Baratz Details Quantum Computing Approach and Real-World Value in Response to NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s Comments

At CES 2025, NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang said practical quantum computing may still be 15 to 30 years away D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz rejected the claim, highlighting that his company’s annealing quantum computing solutions are already available and are solving useful problems The company is working with more than 100 organizations across multiple industries to address complex optimization issues, such as production and workforce scheduling, resource optimization, logistics routing and more D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the first commercial provider of quantum computers, announced that CEO Dr. Alan Baratz responded…

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