BRICS Payment Tools Gain Momentum in African Energy Markets
BRICS-linked payment systems are gaining traction in Africa as nations seek to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar for energy financing.
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Amazon Opens Second-Largest Asia Office in Bengaluru, Plans $35 Billion India Investment
Amazon has opened its second-largest office in Asia in Bengaluru, a 12-story campus spanning 1.1 million square feet that will house over 7,000 employees.
U.S. Ambassador Pushes Portugal to Adopt F-35 Jets for NATO Interoperability
The U.S. ambassador to Portugal has called on Lisbon to replace its aging F-16 fighter jets with Lockheed Martin's F-35 stealth aircraft, emphasizing the need for NATO interoperability.
Malaysia’s AG: No Political Role in Public Prosecutor Appointments Under New Bill
Malaysia's Attorney General said the proposed constitutional amendments remove political involvement in the appointment of the Public Prosecutor, placing the role solely with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
China Expands Arctic Influence Amid Melting Ice
China is increasing its presence in the Arctic as melting ice opens new shipping routes and economic opportunities, according to recent maritime data and policy documents.
Johnson Matthey Cuts Catalyst Business Sale Price to Honeywell
Johnson Matthey has reduced the sale price of its catalyst technologies business to Honeywell by more than 25% amid delays and trade tensions.
OFWs in Middle East to Take PH Board Exams in May 2026
Overseas Filipino workers in the Middle East will be able to take Philippine board exams in May 2026 without returning home, the Professional Regulation Commission announced.
Educate.ie launches digital learning platform for Irish secondary schools
Educate.ie, an Irish-owned publisher, has launched EdPal, a digital learning platform for secondary schools, as it expands operations and creates 50 new jobs.
Trump’s EV policy rollback raises concerns over China’s growing lead
The Trump administration has rescinded a key rule encouraging electric vehicle production, raising fears that the US may fall further behind China in the global EV race.
Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Surge if Fed Prints Money for Japan
Bitcoin's price may rise if the U.S. Federal Reserve prints money to stabilize Japan's financial markets, according to BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes.
FOMC Minutes, PCE Data to Influence Crypto as Rate Cuts Loom
FOMC minutes and key economic data this week could shift expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, impacting crypto markets.
Adam Back: Bitcoin to Power Future Finance via Liquid Network
Bitcoin could become the backbone of global financial systems, according to Adam Back, who highlighted the growing role of the Liquid Network in scaling the cryptocurrency.
Fed Rate Decision Odds Near 96.5% After Court Blocks Trump Tariffs
Traders now assign a 96.5% probability to the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged, despite a recent court ruling blocking former President Trump’s tariffs.
Carousell 2025 Property Awards Recognize Philippine Real Estate Innovators
Carousell has announced the winners of its 2025 Property Awards, honoring real estate leaders who are shaping the future of the Philippine property sector through innovation and community impact.
Kerala Assembly Protests Over Sabarimala Gold Theft Case
Opposition MLAs in the Kerala Assembly staged a protest on Monday against the LDF government over the Sabarimala gold theft case.