After 16 years under the leadership of Chancellor Angela Merkel, Germany is transitioning to a new government—one led by a coalition of three political parties. The new government comes into power with many expectations and pledges, and for the digital currency industry, it could spell four years of immense growth and adoption. Germany, which is Europe’s largest economy and the fourth largest globally, will be led for the next four years by the Olaf Scholz-led ‘traffic light coalition’ government. This government, which brings together three political parties, has pledged to revitalize the German economy, lagging behind as the rest of Europe recovers…
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Risk appetite has shown a resiliency post-pandemic that seems almost unflappable…at least if you are looking at the top performing markets. A broader review of ‘sentiment’ through a variety of generally lower correlated assets seems to show a meaningful loss of traction in recent months from the global (non-US) equities, emerging market assets, carry trade and commodities with a speculative connection. First, it is important to define ‘risk trends’: I consider it the underlying appetite for either greater return or greater safety of funds for capital allocation regardless of region or asset type. That said, when traction on mature systemic…
Evaporation pools of the new state-owned lithium extraction complex, in the southern zone of the .. Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia. The electric car revolution will stall in the West if supplies of crucial battery elements like lithium fail to keep up with the forecast huge increase in demand. This will drive battery prices higher, decimate profit margins, and the coveted $100 per kWh battery, which would have signaled the arrival of affordable green vehicles, will remain on the launch pad. “Western weaknesses in lithium-ion supply chains will slow electric vehicle adoption and demonstrate China’s dominance of the EV (electric vehicle) market,”…
It looks like XDA-Developers has uncovered references to these tablets as well in code for MIUI 12.5 system apps. The outlet discovered the Enuma, Elish, and Nabu code-names as well as screenshots demonstrating gesture navigation on tablets. XDA was also able to seemingly corroborate the Snapdragon 800-series power, saying two of the tablets (Enuma and Elish) could offer the SM8250 platform and the third tablet (Nabu) could be powered by the SM8150 platform. The SM8250 platform means either the Snapdragon 865, 865 Plus, or 870, while the SM8150 is either the Snapdragon 855, 855 Plus, or 860. The outlet also…
Previous Next Batteries made from an electrically conductive mixture the consistency of molasses could help solve a critical piece of the decarbonization puzzle. An interdisciplinary team from MIT has found that an electrochemical technology called a semisolid flow battery can be a cost-competitive form of energy storage and backup for variable renewable energy (VRE) sources such as wind and solar. The group’s research is described in a paper published in Joule. “The transition to clean energy requires energy storage systems of different durations for when the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing,” says Emre Gençer, a research scientist with…
Here’s how to turn off automatic updates in Windows 10, temporarily or permanently Why would you want to know how to turn off automatic updates in Windows 10? Surely these updates are essential for keeping your system secure and stable and introducing the latest Windows features and improvements? That’s true, but automatic updates can be more of a hindrance than a help. They can interrupt you while you’re working, prompting you to restart so they can be installed. Updates can also contain bugs that cause problems on your PC rather than fixing them. Microsoft is often forced to rush out…
When Google unveiled the Pixel 5 alongside the Pixel 4a 5G at its Launch Night In event on September 30, I was perplexed. On paper and in pictures, the $699 Pixel 5 made little sense compared to the $499 Pixel 4a 5G, not to mention the Pixel 4 XL. I struggled to understand why Google made a smaller phone with very similar specs for more money. I might have been a little hasty. After spending a few days testing the Pixel 5 alongside the Pixel 4a 5G, Google’s game plan is a whole lot clearer. I’m still not convinced Google…
BCH House Venezuela, an adoption organization, has published its first documentary on social media, where it shows the way in which Venezuelans are using cryptocurrency as a means of exchange. Roberto García, the founder of this initiative, shows us the level of adoption the BCH House initiative has reached in Barquisimeto — a city in the west of the country — and how merchants are embracing cryptocurrencies. BCH House Venezuela, a BCH adoption organization, has released its first documentary, where it shows the advances of the organization in promoting the use of bitcoin cash as a means of exchange and…
Our car experts choose every product we feature. We may earn money from the links on this page. Say goodbye to the Toyota Land Cruiser, Hyundai Veloster, and Volkswagen Passat. Last year brought the end to more than 20 vehicles. Halfway into 2021, automakers have already announced nine models headed toward indefinite retirement for the 2022 model year. Some, like the Volvo V60 and V90 wagons, will see parts of themselves live on. And arguably the best version of Hyundai’s Veloster will continue. Others, like the Volkswagen Passat and Honda Clarity are getting booted to make room for more electrified…
Education Minister Fayval Williams has reasserted her support for blended classroom learning and has lobbied that administrators maintain that option in the new year, even as more schools reopen for face-to-face classes. Addressing a ceremony for the handover of 10 tablets donated by First Heritage Co-operative Credit Union Limited in Kingston on Tuesday, Williams reaffirmed that technology-based education would remain a permanent fixture in schools. The technologies used in the 20 months since schools were closed because of the coronavirus pandemic are drivers of modern societies, Williams told The Gleaner on Tuesday. “It will remain with us,” she remarked. “Despite…
The teaser image in BYD’s poster shows that the mysterious model should be the company’s all-new plug-in hybrid sedan “F5”, whose Chinese name “Quzhujian 05” has been recently exposed by local media channels. The “Quzhujian” is equivalent to the naval terminology “destroyer”, a fast, maneuverable, long-endurance warship used to escort larger vessels in a fleet and defend them against powerful short range attackers. According to some photos leaked online, the F5 will bear BYD new flat-shaped logo. At the front, the massive grille couple with slender headlights elicits a rather aggressive look. Besides, the large-sized air intakes also emphasize the…
Just like OPPO, Vivo is believed to be working on a foldable smartphone. We’re not sure though if Vivo will be able to come up with something close to production. What it can easily offer though is a tablet since the company hasn’t really ventured in this area. After dozens of Vivo Android phones, it may be time to introduce a Vivo Android tablet. Some details have leaked already and we believe the Vivo Pad is really in the works. The Vivo Pad may be powered by a Snapdragon 870 chipset so it’s almost premium. It may only be one…
IN 1992 the science fiction writer, Neal Stephenson, wrote an interesting futuristic book called Snow Crash in which he coined the term “metaverse”. His intention was to describe an alternative computer-generated universe that is highly immersive, with a shared virtual world where people can gather, socialise, play games, work and do business. Today the description of Stephenson still holds, and the metaverse is seen as an online digital space where people can do things together in interconnected worlds across a wide variety of devices. But you will need a digital avatar of yourself to participate in this virtual world. The…
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MXenes are a type of nanomaterial with outstanding customizable qualities, making them potential candidates for a wide range of applications, including power generation. A recent paper published in the journal Nanomaterials discusses MXene’s relevance to the future of solar energy technologies. As fossil fuel sources are finite, increasing the efficiency of renewable energy sources is desirable. Currently, the most significant disadvantage of typical solar energy systems and photovoltaic (PV) cells is considered to be their high prices. The starting cost of panels, inverters, chargers, and other infrastructure can be high, limiting implementation. Furthermore, solar energy collection is weather-dependent, and as energy…
I’ve been using Apple’s “pro” iPads since the first one was introduced. It was an obvious play for someone like me who used the iPad in a professional context before it was cool to do so. Apple’s also given the iPad Pro cool new features exclusively over the past six years, leaving the regular iPad in the dust. But recently, Apple has started to show a willingness to share its best new features with the iPad, iPad Air, and iPad mini. Over the past several days I’ve been rocking Apple’s new 9th generation iPad and I’m stunned to say, it’s…
After a teaser campaign, Skoda has officially unveiled the updated Karoq which gets a mid-life facelift to keep it competitive in the C-SUV segment four years and half a million sales after its original debut. Following the larger Kodiaq, the Karoq is enhanced with mild visual updates, more efficient engines as well as extra tech, safety, and comfort features inside the cabin. Design-wise, the Karoq is instantly recognizable with Skoda designers taking an evolutionary approach. At the front, the redesigned double headlights are slimmer and incorporate full-LED Matrix technology. Other changes include the new bumper with a wide lower intake,…
If you haven’t quite yet warmed up to the idea of cryptocurrency, you are in good company. Only an estimated 15% of Americans currently own some form of digital currency like Bitcoin or Ethereum. A large portion of these investors has bought in over the past two years. Regardless of your investment stance, there is a strong possibility that cryptocurrency will be impacting you and the future of business transactions. E-commerce concept with big glowing bitcoin circuit at business statistic graphs background. 3D … [+] Rendering The writing started to be on the wall, perhaps when MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor…