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In 2017, Visa reported that 65% of American consumers were familiar with biometrics, and nearly 86% were interested in using biometrics for identity verification and payments. However, initial attempts to introduce biometric credit cards in Europe faced significant hurdles, primarily due to the user experience. One major issue was the...

In a recent presentation of EDF’s financial results, the company’s CEO, Luc Rémont, outlined an ambitious plan to significantly reduce the construction time for nuclear reactors to 70 months, nearly half the current timeframe. EDF has made some financial progress, reducing its $58.5 billion debt by $216.6 million since the...

During a much-anticipated fireside chat at SIGGRAPH 2024, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang and Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg explored the revolutionary potential of open-source AI and AI assistants. Mark Zuckerberg began the discussion by unveiling AI Studio, a new platform designed to make AI more accessible to...

The rapid pace of change in workplaces across the Asia Pacific is becoming increasingly evident, as highlighted in this year's Hopes and Fears survey, which gathered insights from 19,500 workers in 14 territories. Employees are beginning to feel the strain of these transformations. According to PwC’s 27th Annual Global CEO...

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC (ADCB) is set to bolster its strategic footprint in Central Asia's thriving $1.751 trillion economy by launching a corporate banking hub in Kazakhstan. Utilizing its extensive network and expertise, ADCB aims to support businesses fueling Central Asia’s rapid economic growth, driven by major infrastructure projects,...

The term "serial killer" was coined by influential figures such as former FBI agent Robert Ressler, LAPD detective Pierce Brooks, and German criminologist Ernst Gennat. According to the FBI, a serial killer is someone who unlawfully kills two or more victims in separate events. Some sources may define a serial...

Generative AI's implementation, opportunities, and challenges in the financial services industry are increasingly significant topics. As technology advances and interest grows, staying ahead in AI adoption is crucial. IBM, a leader in technology and consulting, shared insights on generative AI with FinTech Magazine, covering strategic priorities, regulatory compliance, and talent...

According to the UN's World Population Prospects 2024 report, Africa is set to witness extraordinary population growth in the coming decades, with the top ten fastest-growing countries all situated on the continent. Niger is projected to lead with a population increase of 581%, followed by Angola at 473% and Tanzania...

Apple has recently alerted iPhone users across 98 countries about potential mercenary spyware attacks, marking its second warning campaign this year after a similar notification in April reached users in 92 nations. Since 2021, Apple has been issuing these threat notifications to users in over 150 countries, as noted in...

From 2022 to 2050, the GDP of emerging economies (excluding China) is projected to grow at an annual rate of 3.2%, nearly three times the growth rate of developed economies. This economic expansion drives a continuous increase in energy demand, which peaks in the early 2030s under the Net Zero...