US regulators welcomed Meta’s $2 billion December acquisition of AI-assistant platform Manus, while Chinese regulators were far less receptive. Manus AI agents help execute tasks, such as screening resumes, creating trip itineraries, or analyzing stocks. For Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Manus is a worthwhile target. Its agents can be swiftly integrated into Meta’s apps, but…
How Trading Has Become More Accessible Through Technology Before there were any banks or financial institutions, the world’s trade depended on the barter system. People exchanged goods to make a livelihood, and gradually, this system was replaced by metal coins. A few centuries later, paper currency was introduced, which paved the way for commercial banks…
In the 1930s, a radical conservative faction almost pushed Finland into full authoritarianism. Called the Lapua movement, it was a far-right group of Finns who sought to overthrow the republic, marginalize communists, and install an authoritarian government. They managed to disrupt Finland’s political order through threats of violence and symbolic kidnappings, in which they would…
We research all brands listed and may earn a fee from our partners. Research and financial considerations may influence how brands are displayed. Not all brands are included. Learn more. Stock market swings can be scary for any investors — but they can come with added risk for retirees. That’s why savers in or near…
New blockchain solutions are integrating corporate treasury and retail banking, and opening the transactions system to multiple issuers of tokenized deposits and stablecoins. But regulators worry these innovations could make the global system more fragile. Tuesday, 2:14 PM GMT: Elena, the treasurer of a global logistics giant in Rotterdam, stares at a red alert on…
The Men’s Allwyn Final 8 Cup enters the quarter-final stage with a “double” premiere in Heraklion on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th February. Tickets for the games that will determine the top four are available through the Ticketmaster platform, with easy online booking. Quarterfinal schedule Tuesday 17/2: Maroussi Chery – Aris Betsson, 17:00 Olympiacos –…
Press enter or click to view image in full sizeLovable alternatives for production-grade apps in 2026 You loved how Lovable let you sketch ideas and launch a working web app in minutes. Open the browser, drop a prompt and boom, you have a working app. That instant-creation rush is addictive, and for early prototypes, nothing…
Air fryer chicken has become one of those lovestruck kitchen hits—fast, flavorful, and impressively crispy—yet getting it just right still trips up many home cooks. The goal? A golden, crunchy exterior with all the juicy tenderness tucked safely inside. But between inconsistent cooking times, overcrowded baskets, and uncertainty about oil use, nailing that balance can…
Boat travel is often associated with images of luxury yachts and exclusive cruises, but the reality is far more diverse. Traveling by water can suit a wide range of budgets, from minimalist backpacker-style adventures to high-end experiences defined by comfort and service. What unites these approaches is not cost, but the unique perspective and freedom…
By Dmitry Shishkin, Strategic Editorial Advisor Any new editorial framework deserves scepticism. Especially one that claims to improve relevance, engagement and loyalty in a sector as emotionally charged and commercially pressured as sport. As my friends at smartocto and I introduced the Sports User Needs Model, grounded in analysis of 35,000+ sports articles, these are the…