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FridayApr 24, 2026 10:00 am

Battery-Grade Nickel Shortages Cloud EV Industry Outlook

Battery electric vehicles are expanding rapidly across global markets as governments and carmakers push toward cleaner transport. However, beneath this progress lies a growing challenge that threatens long-term production goals. The issue is not a lack of nickel in general, but a shortage of battery-grade nickel that is essential for EV batteries. As demand for electric vehicles continues to rise, supply constraints in this critical material are becoming more visible and more serious. Electric vehicles rely heavily on lithium-ion batteries that use nickel to increase energy density and driving range. Battery chemistries such as NMC and NCA require high levels…

ThursdayApr 23, 2026 10:00 am

EV Sales Surge 51% in Europe in March 2026

Electric vehicle sales across Europe saw a strong rise in March 2026, showing how quickly people are changing the way they travel. New data shows that electric car sales increased by 51% compared to the same time last year. In March alone, about 224,000 new electric vehicles were registered. This growth continued throughout the first three months of the year, with total sales reaching 500,000 units, marking a 33.5% increase. One of the main reasons behind this surge is the impact of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran. Since the conflict began in late February, fuel prices have risen sharply across…

TuesdayApr 21, 2026 10:00 am

Hackers from North Korea Use AI in 100K Crypto Heist

Hackers linked to North Korea are once again making headlines after carrying out a new cryptocurrency attack, this time using artificial intelligence to make their methods more effective. The group is believed to have stolen around $100,000 from a crypto wallet platform in a carefully planned operation that highlights how cybercrime is evolving. The attack targeted Zerion, a U.S.-based Web3 service that allows users to manage digital assets. According to the company, the hackers did not break into the system in a direct way. Instead, they used social engineering, a method that focuses on tricking people rather than attacking software.…

TuesdayApr 21, 2026 9:00 am

Current Solana and Cryptocurrency Prices Seen as Opportunity to Buy Low Amidst Ongoing Concerns About Debt and Fiat Currencies

The crypto market as a whole goes through many ups and downs, and the current prices provide a unique opportunity for investors to buy low. In addition to investors taking advantages of prices, companies see a chance to manage their own shares, such as Forward Industries, a company building and managing a large-scale Solana treasury. Specifically, Forward Industries recently entered into an agreement to repurchase shares from an institutional investor. Solana and the rest of the crypto market has gone through many ups and downs over the last few years. The current volatility and pressures in the market, encouraged by…

FridayApr 17, 2026 10:00 am

Southeast Asian E-commerce Reached $157B in 2025, Report Says

Southeast Asia’s e-commerce sector continued its strong rise in 2025, reaching a total value of $157 billion, according to a new report by Momentum Works. This growth shows how online shopping is becoming a major part of everyday life across the region, driven by better technology, improved delivery systems, and changing consumer habits. The report shows that the market grew by 22.8 percent compared to the previous year. This steady increase reflects how leading e-commerce platforms are recovering and expanding after a slower period. Countries like Thailand and Malaysia recorded the fastest growth, with both seeing increases of over 45…

ThursdayApr 16, 2026 10:00 am

Tel Aviv, Seoul Clash Over Shared Video Depicting Child Abuse

Tensions have risen between Tel Aviv and Seoul after a video shared by South Korea’s president sparked outrage and strong reactions from Israel. What began as a social media post meant to highlight human suffering quickly turned into a diplomatic disagreement between two countries that have maintained friendly relations for decades. The issue started when South Korea’s president shared a video originally recorded in 2024. The footage showed a disturbing incident involving Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank. In his post, the president questioned the actions seen in the video and called for accountability if the claims were true.…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 10:00 am

5 Subtle Red Flags Women Miss When Dating Online

Online dating has become a normal way for people to meet and build relationships. Many women already know how to spot obvious red flags, like rude messages or suspicious profiles. However, some warning signs are not so easy to notice. These subtle red flags can be more dangerous because they seem harmless at first. Understanding them can help women protect their time, emotions, and safety. One common red flag is what can be called “test and apologize.” This is when a man says something inappropriate, often with a sexual tone, and then quickly apologizes. It may look like a mistake,…

TuesdayApr 14, 2026 9:00 am

Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) Enters High-Growth Phase in Critical Minerals with 2026 Catalysts in Sight

Disseminated on behalf of Trilogy Metals Inc. (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) and may include paid advertising. Trilogy Metals’ joint venture, Ambler Metals, is taking steps to advance permitting, drilling, and feasibility milestones at its Arctic and Bornite projects in Alaska. Growing U.S. support for domestic critical mineral development is strengthening Trilogy’s position as a high-grade, multi-metal asset with increasing strategic value. Trilogy Metals (NYSE American: TMQ) (TSX: TMQ) is entering a critical phase in its evolution, with President and CEO Tony Giardini listing out a couple of near-term catalysts that could significantly progress the company’s flagship assets in Alaska’s Ambler Mining District.…

FridayApr 10, 2026 10:00 am

FBI Says Crypto Scams Cost Americans $11.3 Billion in 2025

In 2025, Americans lost a record $11.37 billion to cryptocurrency scams, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). This amount is the highest ever reported in a single year and represents a sharp 22% increase compared to 2024. The rising losses show that crypto-related fraud is growing quickly alongside other internet crimes. The FBI received 181,565 complaints about crypto scams in 2025. This was up by approximately 21% from 2024 numbers and made cryptocurrency the largest category of reported losses out of more than a million complaints in total. Overall, cyber-facilitated losses in the United States totaled $20.88…

ThursdayApr 09, 2026 10:00 am

Japan Moves to Overhaul Crypto Regulatory System

Japan is taking a major step to reshape how cryptocurrencies are regulated, signaling a shift toward treating digital assets as a core part of the financial system. This move reflects the country’s effort to keep up with the growing importance of crypto while protecting investors and ensuring market stability. At the center of this change is Japan’s financial regulator, the Financial Services Agency. The agency is working to reclassify cryptocurrencies so they are no longer seen mainly as payment tools, but as investment assets. This means that instead of being regulated under payment laws, crypto assets will now fall under…

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