Global stock markets have fallen sharply amid concerns that a boom in valuations of artificial intelligence (AI) companies could be rapidly cooling. Markets in the US, Asia and Europe have fallen after bank bosses warned a serious stock market correction could lie ahead, after a run of record stock market highs led some companies to appear […]
Portugal is having a shining moment in the world of wine, capturing attention for its balance of old-world charm and modern innovation. From the rugged slopes of the Douro Valley to the breezy coastlines of Vinho Verde, every region offers a unique sip of character and culture. Here are six reasons why Portugal is just […]
After initially launching with a focus on footwear, a local startup is onto its next generation of products with an aim to help people stay on their feet. Kinis.ai, which started in 2018 as a minimalist shoe company, is in the midst of piloting its BalancePro Exam, a tech application that uses an iPad camera […]
Assistant Professor of Women’s and Gender Studies Amy Marvin recently participated in a trans community, film, and scholarship event across Buffalo and Syracuse. In late October, she facilitated a community talkback with sound artist and film programmer Isobel Bess at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center in Buffalo after a screening of the film I Saw the TV Glow (A24, […]
The European Union could admit new members 2030, its foreign policy chief has said, as officials praised reform efforts frontrunners Montenegro and Albania, while criticising backsliding in Serbia and an even steeper democratic decline in Georgia. The verdicts came as the European Commission published its annual report cards on 10 countries that aspire to join the EU, […]
France is navigating a significant moment in its economic, technological and societal trajectory. While the country’s markets are showing signs of recovery, policymakers and tech-leaders face mounting pressure to translate momentum into sustainable growth and inclusive change. Market & Economy France recently recorded a modest uptick in output, showing stronger than expected growth in the […]
Spain is quietly reshaping its economic, technological and social landscape capturing the attention of European policymakers, markets and societies alike. While the headlines often highlight powerhouse economies such as Germany or France, Spain is carving out a distinctive role: one of resilient growth, technological adaptation and social inclusion. Markets & Economy Spain has recorded its […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that Europe’s growing public debt levels should prompt governments to fundamentally rethink their role in delivering essential services to citizens across the European Union. In a statement released on Tuesday, the IMF cautioned that the continent’s debt trajectory could become “unsustainable” or even “explosive” unless urgent economic and […]
Regulators around the world are revising their strategies for overseeing cryptocurrencies as governments and financial institutions work to encourage innovation while managing potential risks. Recent developments in Hong Kong, Switzerland, Brazil, and the European Union (EU) reflect the constantly evolving nature of global crypto regulation. In Hong Kong, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has […]
Europe’s energy landscape is undergoing a profound shift one that touches markets, technology, public policy and society at large. With winter ahead and supply chains still adjusting, the region is increasingly focused on resilience, innovation and domestic capacity rather than simple imports. On the market side, gas remains the marginal price setter across much of […]
