The Council of the European Union has recently adopted final rules on climate-neutral shipping as part of their FuelEU Maritime initiative. This initiative forms a crucial component of the EU’s ambitious Fit for 55 package, which aims to reduce the EU’s net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030. These new rules mandate […]

Recently, a Senate panel acknowledged the significant and damaging impact of climate change on the US economy and infrastructure. The discussion underscored the urgent requirement for more resilient infrastructure, highlighting the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. However, Democrats and Republicans expressed divergent views on the panel. The former emphasized the urgency of […]

U.S. climate envoy John Kerry recently made a landmark visit to China, marking another chapter in the ongoing climate dialogue between two of the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitters. This visit underscored the shared commitment of both nations to address the urgent issue of climate change, which continues to pose significant threats globally. In related […]

China’s economy could receive a significant boost from an increase in product quality, according to recent research from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Business School. The research suggests that a mere 1% improvement in product quality could lead to a 3.2% increase in China’s exports. This outperforms the potential gains from a similar rise […]

Stuart Banks, a senior marine scientist, along with his team, has made a significant marine discovery during an Atlantis deep-water research expedition. They have uncovered deep-sea coral reefs off the coast of the Galapagos Islands. This discovery came to light after careful examination and collection of samples from this ancient, previously unmapped habitat. The team […]

The banking sector is currently embracing a new era of green financing as part of a wider initiative to mitigate the effects of climate change. Financial institutions are now giving more weight to services that help reduce the impact of global warming, a move that reflects the increasing importance of sustainability in contemporary business practices. […]

BingX, the first central exchange (CEX), has made a significant move by listing ChatGPT Founder’s WorldCoin on their trading platform. This listing brings WorldCoin, a cryptocurrency developed by the creators of ChatGPT, into the hands of traders, making it easily accessible to the crypto community. WorldCoin is set to disrupt the world of cryptocurrency with […]

Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic have joined forces to create the AI Frontier Model Forum, an initiative aimed at establishing a unified framework for the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI). With a primary focus on ethical considerations and responsible AI practices, this collaboration seeks to address key challenges such as fairness, transparency, and […]

Twenty years ago, AIM chatbot SmarterChild made its debut, powered by artificial intelligence and natural language processing. It quickly gained a massive following, becoming a trailblazer in the chatbot space. What set SmarterChild apart from its competitors was its witty and snarky responses, which captivated millions of users. SmarterChild’s success didn’t just end with its […]

In the arena of sustainable finance, the first half of 2023 marked a significant milestone. The global green bond issuance reached a record high of $351bn. This achievement is indeed a testament to the growing attention and importance given to sustainable and responsible investment products. During this period, the market saw the issuance of a […]