In May 2022, the Swedish band ABBA reunited to perform a concert looking exactly like they used to back in the 70s when they first rose to fame. The concert featured digital versions (called ABBA-tars) of the group created using motion capture technology. Fans were thrilled to see ABBA, saying that it felt like they had gone back in time and that the technology was outstanding.
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)’s The State of the World’s Forests (SOFO) 2022 report, in the past 30 years, the world has lost 420 million hectares of forest cover. This loss of forests affects the world in a number of ways, including the depletion of natural habitats for certain species, an increase in global warming and the emergence and spread of infectious diseases.
The internet has certainly become a vital part of our lives; it connects us, provides us with the information we require and assists businesses in remaining competitive. Nonetheless, our dependence on the web may be hazardous and expose us to cybersecurity risks. According to Astra Security, approximately 33 billion accounts will be hacked by 2023. Furthermore, cybercrime expenses are predicted to rise by 15% over the following five years, reaching US$10.5 trillion by 2025.
After a massive round of firings and failed changes to Twitter’s core functioning, Elon Musk has announced that he will step down from his position as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). His only condition for doing so? Finding someone foolish enough to take over. Since he started working as the company’s CEO, it has lost 60% of its share value and is clearly on a downward spiral.
Smartwatches have become increasingly popular over the years, and it’s no surprise why. They provide you with a convenient way to stay connected on the go, monitor your fitness activity and more. But if you’re on a budget, finding a quality smartwatch can be tricky. That’s why we have put together this list of four budget-friendly smartwatches that you should consider buying in 2023.
The job market is a competitive field. Returning to work after a long absence can be intimidating for many people, especially when their skills and experience aren’t up-to-date. Fortunately, a new trend called “returnships” has emerged to help bridge the gap for individuals looking to return to the workforce after an extended absence.
COVID-19 has taken a toll on public health globally since 2019, and pharmaceutical companies have been competing to offer new medical products to the public. Simultaneously, the pandemic has brought a global surge in black-market vaccines, posing an extreme threat to public health.
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of reaching the end of a good book. If you’re the type of person who likes to maintain a record of your reading progress, then you know that it can be a bit of a hassle to keep track of all the books you’ve read. This is where book-tracking apps come in! Book-tracking apps are excellent for measuring your reading progress and determining how much you’ve read over time.
The past few years have seen digital or virtual currencies come to the fore, thanks to the rise of cryptocurrency. Basically, digital currency is money that only exists virtually. Arguably the most popular, crypto is not the only digital currency in circulation today. There’s also central bank digital currency (CBDC), i.e. currency launched by central banks of countries, and stablecoins. As per a survey by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), over 100 countries out of its 159 members are exploring CBDCs in the near future.
Cryptocurrency can be a difficult concept to understand. Is it something fluffy out on the internet or is it an actual currency? The difference between cash currency and cryptocurrency is how the latter uses virtual coins or tokens. And the idea of cryptocurrency is that you can trade with other people who own crypto without depending on a bank. Let’s look at how to use cryptocurrency.
The Forex market is one of the fascinating markets that exist in today’s global economy. With its expanded trading hours, hundreds of different possible trading pairs and incredible liquidity, it makes for a very fast-paced and dynamic trading ground. Some currencies are traded much more than others, however, for a range of reasons including the strength and growth of the economy and the perceived safety of the currency. We look at five of the most traded pairs of currencies in the Forex market in 2022.
After a turbulent year of market crashes and bankruptcy filings from firms like FTX and BlockFi, things have not been looking great for the crypto market. Many cryptocurrencies crashed hard in the past year. For instance, on December 31, 2021, Bitcoin was worth US$46,224.39, but as of December 20, 2022, it was only trading at US$16,794.
As we head into 2023, everyone has one new year’s resolution: to get fitter and healthier. But just going to the gym isn’t going to cut it. Fitness requires systematic changes to your diet and overall lifestyle.
Everyone wants to be in the metaverse these days. From Gucci to H&M, nearly all big companies are trying to make themselves known in the virtual world. Through the metaverse, brands get an opportunity to give their customers a more immersive shopping experience— shopping from the comfort of their homes but still browsing the aisles and looking at a brand’s latest collection.
Entrepreneurs play an indelible role in our everyday lives. From the iPhone you might be using to read this article to the numerous apps on your phone—everything is a product of innovation and a stroke of entrepreneurial genius.
Postura is a mock startup created as part of the Jumpstart STEM Entrepreneur program. The project aims to create smart athleisure wear to provide instant posture feedback while the wearer is exercising. The team hopes to continue developing Postura and is seeking investors and further mentorship to create a working physical prototype.
