Tag #Technology

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Top 20 Hedge Funds Generate Record $93.7 Billion in 2024 Gains

In 2024, the world's top 20 hedge funds, led by Citadel, D.E. Shaw, and Millennium Management, collectively generated a record $93.7 billion in gains, significantly outperforming the average hedge fund and the S&P 500, showcasing the consistency of their multi-strategy approach despite high manageme...

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China's Solar Power Capacity Set for 10% Growth Amidst Government Intervention

UBS forecasts a 10 percent increase in China's photovoltaic installed capacity this year, reaching 260-280 gigawatts, driven by State-owned enterprises' efforts to meet 2025 targets and government policies aimed at resolving supply-demand imbalances and promoting sustainable industry growth.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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China Condemns US TikTok Ban, Trump Vows to Overturn It

On January 20th, China criticized the US ban on TikTok, emphasizing the app's economic benefits and denying data privacy violations, while President-elect Trump committed to overturning the ban to save jobs.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Northvolt's Collapse: A Setback for Europe's Green Tech Ambitions

The near-bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, despite substantial funding and government support, reveals the challenges Europe faces in competing with China's established dominance in battery technology, particularly given its rapid growth strategy and quality control issues resulting in ...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Europe's Chip Industry Lags Behind, Threatening Economic and Geopolitical Independence

A new study reveals that Europe's chip industry is falling behind due to insufficient state subsidies, leaving it vulnerable to geopolitical pressures and resulting in significant economic losses; the US, China, and other nations are heavily subsidizing their own industries, while EU investments are...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Framingham Launches First Gas-Utility-Led Geothermal Network

The Mauchan family in Framingham, Massachusetts, is among 37 homes and businesses connected to a new geothermal network, a clean energy initiative led by Eversource that aims to significantly reduce energy costs and carbon emissions, potentially serving as a national model.

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Climate Action
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TikTok's US Ban Fuels Xiaohongshu's Explosive Growth

Due to an impending US ban on January 19th, TikTok users are migrating to the Chinese competitor Xiaohongshu (RedNote), which has gained over 300 million users and secured $917 million in funding.

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TikTok Ban Disrupts US Content Creators

A temporary federal ban on TikTok in the US caused widespread disruption among content creators and small businesses who use the platform to promote their brands and engage with consumers, prompting many to find alternative platforms like YouTube and Instagram.

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Stuttgart Stock Exchange: Crypto Demand to Surge Under Trump, EU Regulations

The Stuttgart Stock Exchange predicts surging cryptocurrency demand due to a US administration perceived as crypto-friendly and new EU regulations governing crypto trading and custody, expecting user growth to reach 100-150 million by the end of the decade and a more mature market.

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Pakistan Launches First Indigenous Electro-Optical Satellite

Pakistan launched its first domestically built electro-optical satellite, PRSC-EO1, from China using a Long March-2D rocket, marking a milestone in its space program and signifying enhanced capabilities in resource management, disaster response, and urban planning; the satellite launch also highligh...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Soma Bags: Solar Backpacks Illuminate Education in Rural Tanzania

Innocent James' Soma Bags company in Tanzania sells 36,000 solar-powered backpacks annually, providing affordable light for children to read at night, replacing kerosene lamps and improving education in areas with limited electricity.

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Quality Education
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China Signals Cooperation on TikTok Solution After US Ban

Following a US ban on TikTok that went into effect on Sunday, China indicated a willingness to work with President Trump on a solution involving a 50/50 split of control between American and Chinese entities. This represents a change from China's earlier position.

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