Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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With Black Friday approaching – European survey shows that consumers are buying less than before the pandemic to promote a more sustainable lifestyle

A majority of European consumers are increasingly aware of sustainability aspects when shopping – creating new challenges for businesses. Close to half of Europe’s parents say that their interest in sustainability motivates them to limit their spending, and 42 per cent of Gen Z would not feel guilty about paying unethical firms later than agreed.

Palm oil industry unprepared for climate change, finds ZSL study

Analysis by international conservation charity ZSL finds that 93% of palm oil producers have not assessed climate risk, despite the industry contributing significantly to the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. 

Ideas from social media influence more than half of younger investors

''The collision between social media and financial markets has been one of the most dramatic trends emerging from the pandemic and it shows little sign of easing.  It appears that swiping up through posts to get ideas about investing has become a favourite pastime among many younger investors

Will Microsoft’s AI-powered “Group Transcribe” push out human transcription services?

The US transcription market will reach almost 33 billion by 2027, as users worldwide increasingly consume international multilingual content. Professional transcription and native translation matter — and these are skills possessed by humans, not AI, say industry experts.

India tech investment outpaces China

The value of tech growth finance increases by 287% as Indian startups dominance continues. Nayan Gala, co-founder startup investment bank, JPIN Venture Catalyst (JPIN) , comments on the boom of India startups and the opportunities that exist in emerging markets..

3 payments trends for emerging markets to keep eye on in 2022

With 2022 just a few months away, the payments industry in Fast-Growing and Emerging markets is already showing the first signs of potential three key trends for the next year.

Surveillance during Covid has damaged trust

Increasing use of staff surveillance by employers during the Covid-19 pandemic endangers trust in the workplace, according to a major new report by the University of St Andrews..

Bitcoin bounces near record highs amid inflation fears

It jumped by more than 7% over the last 24 hours, heading above $66,300..

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