Navigating the Future of International Technology
Fintech 1. Crypto stocks fall as bets on Harris win rise after debate, Swift support U.S. cryptocurrency shares fell in early trading on Wednesday after Democratic candidate Kamala Harris put her Republican rival and crypto supporter Donald Trump on the defensive in a combative presidential debate. (Investing) 2. India leads in crypto adoption for second…
The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is set to hold its 19th annual meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from December 15 to 19, 2024. The IGF is seeking to support eligible candidates who represent any stakeholder group and meet specific criteria. OUR TAKEThe Internet Governance Forum (IGF) is calling for increased participation from developing countries at…
Novita AI’s platform revolutionizes AI development with open-source model hosting and API provision for developers, enhancing accessibility and efficiency in various industries. The company drives creativity in education and boosts marketing success, aligning with AI industry trends through open-source participation and customer engagement for future expansion. In a recent interview, Adam Zhou, a key figure…
Prosecutors from the federal labour agency have determined that Amazon was a joint employer of subcontracted drivers who delivered packages for the company in California. The labour group Teamsters filed several unfair labour practice charges against Amazon after it refused to negotiate a union contract with them. OUR TAKETeamsters and other labour advocates have long…
Michael Martin’s journey from rural Indiana to becoming the CEO and visionary leader of RapidSOS reflects his commitment to innovation and saving lives. Under his leadership, RapidSOS has transformed emergency response systems worldwide, and it is poised to continue its impact on global safety and security. OUR TAKEMichael Martin is the co-founder and CEO of…
ASML is at the centre of a growing controversy over the United States’ attempts to restrict exports to China in the name of national security. ASML’s CEO, suggested that the motives behind the restrictions are becoming more “economically motivated” than security-driven. OUR TAKEASML’s CEO has shed light on the evolving nature of export restrictions, suggesting…
The surge in data usage is attributed to the increasing number of 5G wireless devices utilised across the country. The Biden administration announced initiatives in November 2023 aimed at repurposing the spectrum currently allocated to federal government use. OUR TAKEThe massive increase in wireless data consumption in the U.S. to 100 trillion megabytes in 2023…
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen agreed to pay nearly $1 million for failing to report a $100 million Wells Fargo share acquisition in 2018. Cohen sought influence in the bank’s management and only reported the transactions to the FTC in 2021. OUR TAKEIt highlights regulatory oversight and enforcement by the FTC, showing the consequences of failing…
IPv6 enables the assignment of unique addresses to non-electronic items, promoting a true Internet of Everything. Benny emphasised IPv6’s role in anti-counterfeiting, ensuring product authenticity through secure identification. Wesley addressed challenges of identifier management, including reliance on third-party systems and compatibility issues. At the recent APNIC58 conference, two speakers, Guangliang PAN (Benny) and Wei WANG…
Whether or not Musk would actually be given a role in a Trump administration remains to be seen, but both men have commented on the possibility several times in the last few months. In an interview livestreamed on X in early August, however, Trump signaled his willingness to offer Musk a “government efficiency” role in his…