Transnistria is facing heating cuts after a halt in piped Russian natural gas supplies to Europe via Ukraine. The gas halt follows Ukraine’s decision to not renew a gas transit contract with Russia. EU countries, like Slovakia, still rely on […]
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The US Treasury has been hacked by China-backed actors in what the agency called a “major cybersecurity incident.” Hackers accessed “certain unclassified documents” through Treasury workstations, wrote a Treasury official. The US is also probing years-long hacking from China. Microsoft
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Russian President Vladimir Putin traveled extensively this year, despite being sanctioned by the West. His meetings were mostly in Russia or Asia. The International Criminal Court issued a warrant for his arrest. But ICC member Mongolia did not arrest Putin,
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Germany’s foreign minister urged new European Union sanctions on Russia’s dark fleet. As part of a probe into a cut cable, Finland said last week it detained a ship that may be from the dark fleet. The case is being
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Taiwan has held its first tabletop war game amid rising tensions with China. The exercise simulates military escalation and involves government and civil groups. Taiwan aims to train 50,000 volunteers for emergencies amid China’s military drills. Taiwan’s Presidential Office held
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Russia’s natural gas transit deal with Ukraine is set to expire soon, which would cut billions in revenue. The deal’s possible end affects European countries relying on Russian gas via Ukraine. Russia has shifted much of its energy exports to
Russia Economy Set to Lose Another Source of Income Read More »
Russian President Vladimir Putin maintains alliances despite sanctions, keeping Russia’s economy afloat. Countries like India and Vietnam balance relations with both Russia and the West. These alliances are crucial for Russia to navigate trade restrictions and economic challenges. Russian President
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Russia’s central bank has kept the key interest rate at 21%, bucking expectations of a hike to 23%. Russia’s top central banker said she is eyeing “excessive cooling” in the economy. Russia’s high interest rates are impacting business investments and
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Databricks is raising $10 billion, boosting its valuation to $62 billion. The funding round is led by Thrive Capital and includes major investors like Andreessen Horowitz. Databricks plans to invest in AI products, acquisitions, and international expansion. Databricks is raising
Databricks Is Raising a Gigantic Funding Round Read More »
China’s retail sales grew 3% on-year in November, missing expectations and showing weak demand. The property crisis and low consumer confidence are dragging down China’s economic recovery. Stimulus measures and trade-in policies boosted appliance and car sales, but overall growth
China Keeps Encouraging People to Spend, but It’s Not Enough Read More »
