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Electric chopsticks could help cut salt intake without making food bland, Japan researchers say
The researchers claim that the chopsticks make food taste up to 1.5 times saltier - Copyright KirinElectric chopsticks that make food taste…
The Ukraine war is hurting Europe’s pallet supply, and Russia’s army may be feeling the squeeze too
Ukraine, Russia and Belarus were key to Europe’s supply of wooden pallets. The war and sanctions upended the market. - Copyright CanvaThe…
What are 3D-printed ‘ghost guns’ and are they a threat in Europe too?
A 3D-printed gun called the Liberator is seen at Defense Distributed, Aug. 1, 2018, in Austin, Texas, USA. - Copyright AP Photo/Eric GayUS…
Elon Musk’s life story: the highs and lows of the Tesla and SpaceX boss
Elon Musk gestures as he speaks during a press conference at SpaceX's Starbase facility near Boca Chica Village in South Texas, 2022 - …
From Ronin to Mt.Gox: These are crypto’s biggest hacks and heists since Bitcoin was created in…
Ronin is the latest target of cyberheists in which $615 million in crypto was stolen. - Copyright CanvaHackers stole cryptocurrency worth…
Twitter shares spike 25% after Tesla boss Elon Musk becomes biggest shareholder with 9% stake
Tesla CEO Elon Musk took a 9.2 per cent stake in Twitter. - Copyright Susan Walsh/Associated PressTesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased a large…
Crypto adoption in Europe lags behind most of the world — but this EU country is the most…
2021 was a breakthrough year for cryptocurrency adoption but Europe is lagging behind. - Copyright CanvaEurope is lagging behind the global…
Russia bans Instagram and Facebook as court declares Meta an ‘extremist organisation’
Russia launched a criminal case against its owner Meta earlier this month as Moscow fired back at the tech giant. - Copyright CanvaInstagram…
Four-day week: Which countries have embraced it and how’s it going so far?
The concept of the four-day week is being slowly embraced in an increasing number of countries. - Copyright CanvaConversations around the…
Ukraine officially legalises Bitcoin and other cryptos after Zelenskyy signs new law
President Zelenskyy signed the country's new crypto legislation into law on March 16, formally legalising Bitcoin and other coins. - Copyright …
Europe’s ‘carbon border tax’ could hurt climate negotiations, according to China…
The European Union's proposed "carbon border tax" on imports could introduce uncertain and harmful factors to otherwise friendly cooperation in climate talks, an adviser to China's negotiating team at a United Nations conference said on…
Facebook issues first correction notice at Singapore’s request
Facebook issued its first correction notice on a user's post at the request of the Singapore government on Saturday, according to the notice seen by Reuters.The government said on Friday that it ordered Facebook to publish a correction on a…
Writing a great business story: how smarter finance from Europe is boosting small firms
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The European Commission Business Planet heads to Berlin to see how one innovative book publisher has accelerated its growth thanks to…
Web Summit 2019: This is what the house of 2025 could look like
Copyright Web Summit The way we sleep, eat and retreat from the world around us is poised for significant transformation, David Eun, Samsung's Chief Innovation Officer, told this week at Web Summit.Eun presented a sketch of…
Google buys Fitbit
Google will buy Fitbit for almost 2 billion euros, trying to take on Apple and Samsung in the market for fitness trackers and smart watches.First and foremost the news raised concerns over data privacy and protectionFitbit, which helped…
Toys R Us comeback features new interactive play lands, stores and Target partnership
Toys R Us has a new owner that wants to make a U.S. comeback. (Photo: Tru Kids Brands)Going on a Toys R Us AdventureLocations: Chicago at Brookfield Properties, 830 N Michigan Ave.; and Atlanta at Lenox Marketplace, 3535 Peachtree…
Mario Draghi’s final ECB meeting
Copyright ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ - ARMANDO BABANI No rate cut, no new measures and no new announcements. This ECB meeting had a different agenda, at least unofficially.Visibly in a good mood, Mario Draghi gave his final assessment on the state of the…
EYE exchange: getting the vision you need to start and run your own business
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The European Commission Business Planet looks at a unique EU funded cross-border exchange programme which gives aspiring entrepreneurs…
Are your bank deposits safe? Potential problems could be brewing
Standard FDIC insurance of $250,000 per depositor per bank is sufficient to cover potential losses for most customers. (Photo: AFP/Getty Images)FDIC deposit insurance, a key buffer that gives confidence to consumers in good times and…
Risky business: how to keep your Intellectual Property safe
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The European Commission The Business Planet team heads to Bucharest to see how one firm has been able to safeguard its intellectual…