The Africa Union's entry into the G20 group of the world's most powerful economies highlights the continent's growing influence and gives its leaders a stronger voice in global decision-making. Climate change is certainly one issue where Africa will seek to have more of a voice on global decisions.
Asian markets mostly fell Monday after a forecast-busting jobs report dampened US interest rate cut hopes, with attention now turning to the release of key inflation data this week. Bitcoin fell slightly, having hit a fresh record high above $70,000 for the first time on Friday as demand picks up and traders grow optimistic about the prospect of interest rates coming down this year.
A sensational story about the Israeli prime minister's "psychiatrist" exploded online, but it was AI-generated, originating on one of hundreds of websites researchers warn are churning out tech-enabled fiction masquerading as news.
Several hundred people demonstrated Sunday against plans by Tesla to expand its electric car factory near Berlin, citing environmental concerns. A smaller counter-protest was held Sunday in support of the Tesla factory, with participants citing economic benefits for the region.
Business and Economy
Load more
Energy
Read more
Money
Read more
Industry
Read more
Technology
Read more
Economy
Read more
