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02.11 / 15:01
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The solar revolution takes off: Space Solar Farms could bring clean energy to earth, say UK Scientists
innovative clean energy solutions, and their dedication has yielded a remarkable breakthrough: the utilization of solar panels in outer space. This pioneering approach carries the potential to revolutionize our access to sustainable energy, marking a pivotal moment in meeting our planet's energy demands. Pioneering research conducted by the Universities of Surrey and Swansea has proven the feasibility of crafting cost-effective, lightweight solar panels designed for energy generation in space.
02.11 / 14:07
Artists
Over half of musicians concerned over audience perception of AI use: Survey
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be pervasive in global industries, the music industry has been receptive to its transformative capabilities while remaining cautious about the risks to artists.
02.11 / 14:04
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British Independent Film Awards Nominations: List, maximum nominations, gender-neutral awards
Raine Allen-Miller’s 'Rye Lane' tops the nomination list of the 2023 British Independent Film Awards (BIFA). It is followed by 'All of Us Strangers' with 14 nods and Molly Manning Walker’s 'How to Have Sex' with 13 nominations. Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping’s 'Femme' has 11 and Mahalia Belo's 'The End We Start From' has nine nominations for the BIFA.
02.11 / 13:27
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Bank of England keeps benchmark rates unchanged at 15-year high of 5.25%
BOE's forecasts was on the idea that if interest rates stay the same, inflation is expected to reach its target in early 2025. This would happen at least six months earlier than the estimate derived from market expectations of interest rate reductions starting in August. Governor Andrew Bailey agreed with his colleagues about the “restrictive" policy stance needed “for an extended period of time" to deal with the high rate of inflation in Britain.
02.11 / 13:05
02.11 / 12:53
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Bank of England meets expectations by holding rates at 5.25%
The central bank's move to hold had been widely expected by markets.
02.11 / 12:53
Sustainability
US
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schroders
American Century Investments launches sustainable value strategy
The fund will be managed by global value equity chief investment officer Kevin Toney, senior portfolio manager Michael Liss and portfolio manager David Byrns.
02.11 / 12:42
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Property and pensions – will your rental income be enough in retirement?
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02.11 / 12:37
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Who is Peregrine Pearson, Sophie Turner’s rumored new beau?
Sophie Turner seems to have turned the page in her life and moved on from her ex-husband Joe Jonas. The actress was recently seen locking lips with British aristocrat Peregrine Pearson during her recent trip to Paris. According to media reports, Pearson and Turner were also together at the Stade de France, where Turner co-presented the Rugby World Cup trophy. The 'Game of Throne' alum's rumored romance comes a few months after her separation from singer-husband Joe Jonas. “After four wonderful years of marriage we have mutually decided to amicably end our marriage.
02.11 / 12:17
02.11 / 11:59
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Cyberattacks on healthcare sector rising, 60% of organisations hit in a year: report
healthcare sector is fast emerging as the prime target of cybercriminals. Not just the AIIMS hospital or the Indian Council of Medical Research, but nearly 60% of healthcare organisations in India have suffered a cyberattack in the past 12 months, according to a new study by Sophos, shared exclusively with ET. Of these, cybercriminals were able to successfully encrypt data in nearly 75% of ransomware attacks. This is the highest rate of encryption in the past three years and a significant increase from the 61% data encryptions carried out last year, the UK-based cybersecurity firm said.
02.11 / 11:55
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Equities gain as Fed signals potential end to rate hiking
Stocks rallied as investors reacted to the possible peak of the Federal Reserve’s historic tightening campaign and processed the latest major company earnings.Rates-sensitive real estate stocks led the advance in Europe’s Stoxx 600 index, which is set for its longest winning streak since July. US equity futures pointed to an extension of Wednesday’s gains on Wall Street as Asian stocks headed for their biggest gain in almost four months.Novo Nordisk A/S rose after reporting that third-quarter sales surged amid the frenzy for its blockbuster obesity and diabetes drugs.
02.11 / 11:05
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World Nuclear Exhibition in France' Paris to take place this month; Know why it is important for India
PRNewswire. The event will take place in Paris in association with GIFEN, the French Nuclear Industry Association. It will witness over 650 exhibitors and around 20,000 participants from over 76 countries, reported PRNewswire.
02.11 / 11:01
Digital
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Fintech giant Revolut appoints new UK boss amid struggles to get banking license
European fintech firm Revolut on Thursday said it appointed former Barclays executive Francesca Carlesi as its new U.K. CEO.
02.11 / 10:57
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Morgan Stanley IM opens up American Resilience equity fund to UK investors
The fund will seek to invest exclusively in robust, well managed, reasonably priced businesses that can sustain their high returns on operating capital over the long term.
02.11 / 10:57
Sustainability
US
funds
schroders
American Century Investments launches sustainable value fund
The fund will be managed by global value equity chief investment officer Kevin Toney, senior portfolio manager Michael Liss and portfolio manager David Byrns.
02.11 / 10:29
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UK’s National Crime Agency Seeks to Set Up Specialized Team to Combat Cryptocurrency Scams and Fraud
The United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) is taking a proactive stance against the rising threat of cryptocurrency scams and fraud.
02.11 / 10:19
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Swiss wholesale CBDC pilot kicks off in alliance with central, commercial banks
The Swiss National Bank (SNB), six commercial banks and the SIX Swiss Exchange will work together to pilot the issuance of wholesale central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the nation, officially known as the Swiss franc wCBDC.
02.11 / 09:41
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UK to invest 300M pounds in 2 AI supercomputers, Harris presses for AI safety
The United Kingdom announced on Nov. 1 after the conclusion of the first day of its global “AI Safety Summit” that it will increase funding for two artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputers to 300 million pounds ($363.57 million).
02.11 / 09:05
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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak defends inviting Elon Musk to AI summit
Elon Musk. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX is expected to attend the entire summit before his discussion with Sunak, which is set to be live-streamed, to contemplate the advancements and dangers of AI technology. Sunak, in an interview with POLITICO, has defended his choice to involve Musk, given the latter's long-standing emphasis on the need for AI regulation.
02.11 / 08:15
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UK seeks six crypto investigators to beef up National Crime Agency
Reacting to the rising attempts by bad actors to dupe crypto investors, the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) plans to form a specialized cryptocurrency and digital assets team to counter the issue.
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