Albemarle's $4.3 billion attempt to buy out Liontown Resources LTD was put to an end when Gina Rinehart, Australia's wealthiest citizen, acquired enough stock to prevent the acquisition from taking place. US miner Albemarle abandoned the Liontown deal, citing “growing complexities associated with the proposed transaction”. Albemarle, the world’s largest lithium...

Mastering a foreign language can be a challenging task, with the intricacies of grammar, pronunciation, and words, and not many chances to communicate with native speakers. Despite the obstacles, the benefits of learning a new language are immense, providing learners with new opportunities and possibilities. As the world becomes ever...

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has added a palatial seven-bedroom home to his real estate collection in Indian Creek, Florida at a cost of $79 million. His most recent acquisition in the upscale area is neighboring the other house he bought in the summer for a price of $68 million. This...

With more than 8,133 metric tons of gold, the United States has the largest gold reserves. The U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve System manages reserves essential for promoting the U.S. economy and protecting the status of the U.S. dollar as a global reserve currency. The large quantity of gold held...

We examine the standings of some of the most influential currencies worldwide in 2023, focusing on the US dollar - the currency that has traditionally been a leader in international finance. The Resurgence of the US Dollar Throughout history, the US dollar has been the primary foreign currency for many...

A momentous turning point in the gaming industry: Microsoft has finalized its massive $68.7 billion purchase of video game publisher Activision Blizzard. This is the largest acquisition Microsoft has ever made in its 48-year existence. Activision's gaming franchises include Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, Tony Hawk Pro Skater...

Globalization has been a pervasive force, creating a single global community. It involves the transfer of goods, capital, people, and ideas around the world, encouraging economic ties between countries. Although globalization is usually discussed nationally, its effects are notably strong in urban areas. Cities, as the main centers of communication...

Early detection of faulty equipment is a challenging task with paper- based processes. SaaS-based operator rounds solutions help industrial plants and manufacturing facilities improve their operational efficiency and safety. By automating tasks and making data more accessible, SaaS-based operator rounds solutions identify and address problems more quickly. This can lead...

In an era where technology is reshaping our world, staying ahead requires more than just technological prowess. It demands a focus on enhancing uniquely human skills. I recently sat down with Paola Telfer, founder and CEO of Sens.ai, a brain training technology platform, to discuss how her company's technology, and...