Brazil is on the cusp of a football transformation, drawing inspiration from the English Premier League's success. Plans for a new league aim to rejuvenate Brazilian soccer, making it a magnet for international investment. This proposed league would unite Brazil's top clubs under a more competitive and profitable . . . To read the full […]
On Wednesday, Bitcoin’s value surged past the $51,000 barrier, hitting its peak since December 2021. CoinGecko reports a 3.8% rise in the last day, summing up to a 20% increase over the week. The surge pushed Bitcoin’s value over $1 trillion, boosting investor interest and Ether’s value by 16% to $2,754. João Galhardo from Mynt, […]
As Indonesia stands on the cusp of a pivotal moment in its history, the nation gears up for a presidential election this Wednesday that is set to shape its future for the next half-decade. As President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s tenure ends, over 204.8 million eligible voters have a rare chance to reshape Indonesia’s leadership. This […]
Pakistan’s political narrative is changing rapidly after a contentious election. Shehbaz Sharif is poised to become Prime Minister again, leading a new coalition. This move comes after elections that left no party able to independently form a government, deepening the nation’s political stalemate. Challenges from Imran Khan’s camp loom over this coalition, underscoring the complex […]
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva arrived in Cairo, Egypt, early Wednesday, initiating his extensive visit to Africa. His agenda includes discussions with Egypt's President, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Egypt's recent efforts facilitated the evacuation of Brazilians from Gaza and played a crucial role in mediating discussions between Israel and Hamas. Lula's visit spans Egypt and […]
Sam Altman, OpenAI’s founder, suggests the United Arab Emirates (UAE) could become a global “regulatory sandbox” for AI technology trials. However, this initiative might pave the way for creating worldwide AI usage regulations. “Crafting regulatory ideas in isolation is hard,” said Altman at the World Government Summit, addressing the UAE’s AI Minister. “A controlled setting […]
In Venezuela, with presidential elections approaching, the government’s crackdown on dissent has intensified. Carlos Salazar Lárez, a Venezuelan engineer and civil activist, was detained prior to sharing a video of Alex Saab, a close associate of Nicolás Maduro, on social media. Since his arrest, there’s been silence about his condition, leaving his family in distress. […]
The construction machinery industry is shifting focus towards agriculture to fuel growth amidst rising interest rates and limited credit availability. In 2024, a 6% rise in sales is forecast, despite machinery prices soaring to R$ 2 million. Known for its yellow-colored equipment, this sector is thriving from infrastructure, real estate, and increased agricultural mechanization. "Grains […]
Facing a tax reform, Brazil's mining and oil sectors strategize to lessen the new selective tax's impact. This "sin tax" applies to goods seen as harmful, affecting even non-renewable resource extraction. The proposed rates could reach 1% of the market value of these resources. Mining companies aim to exempt exports from this tax, striving to […]