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Will Robinhood’s tokenized stocks REALLY take over the world? Pros and cons
Ever since Robinhood co-founder Vlad Tenev bounded onto the stage in Cannes two weeks ago, channeling old-time movie star David Niven in his white suit and cravat, everybody’s been talking about tokenized stocks. Vlad Tenev on Bloomberg live from...

Business News | We Negotiate Keeping National Interest in Mind, Not Under Deadlines: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that India does not negotiate under deadlines and does so from a position of strength. Goyal said the government holds discussions keeping national...

India-EFTA trade pact likely to be implemented in next couple of months: Piyush Goyal
The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA is likely to come into force in the next couple of months, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. The two sides signed the Trade and Economic...

NEUTRIK Marks 2-billionth Connector During 50th Anniversary Celebrations
Schaan, Liechtenstein – 26 June 2025. NEUTRIK recently celebrated reaching the milestone of the creation of the 2-billionth connector with a civic reception at Neutrik Group headquarters in Schaan, Liechtenstein. A guest list of 45 included...

Mercosur and Bloc with Switzerland and Norway Strike Free Trade Deal, and Chocolate Could Get Cheaper
Mercosur and EFTA (European Free Trade Association) signed a free trade agreement this Wednesday (2nd) in Buenos Aires. The deal covers a market of 290 million consumers and a GDP of about USD 4.39 trillion, and is the result of eight years of...

The burning issue of fossil-fuelled Scope 3 emissions
The oil industry and its government boosters often boast about efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions — sometimes touting expensive and largely unproven remedies such as carbon capture and storage. What they don’t say is that their already...

EU’s neighbours strike Mercosur trade deal as Brussels awaits
The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) has clinched a trade agreement with Mercosur, welcoming South American agricultural products, which remain the main stumbling block for EU ratification. After a decade of negotiations, EFTA (Iceland,...

Curiosity Cube brings hands-on science to Birmingham, inspiring the next generation of scientists
For the fourth consecutive year, the Curiosity Cube — a mobile science lab designed to make STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) learning accessible and fun — is traveling across Europe, sparking curiosity in students and showcasing...

Mercosur, European bloc announce free trade agreement
The Mercosur economic bloc has concluded negotiations on a trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which comprises Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. The announcement, marking the end of talks that began in...

Brazil takes up Mercosur presidency aiming for deeper integration
Expanding trade, promoting energy transition, developing technology, fighting organized crime, and tackling social inequalities—these are the five priorities for the next Mercosur presidency, which Brazil will hold in the second half of this year....

Your essential guide to the 2025 European Showjumping Championships in Spain
We’ve been counting down the days and, finally, the 2025 European Showjumping Championships kicks off on Wednesday 16 July at the world famous Casas Novas Equestrian Center in A Coruña, Spain. The European Championships take place every two years,...

Mercosur, EFTA seal farm-friendly free trade deal
Pact promises wider ag market access for 300 million consumers South America's Mercosur trade bloc and a group of four small European nations on Wednesday wrapped up talks on a sweeping free-trade agreement a decade in the making that will cover...

Neutrik Builds Its 2-Billionth Connector
Just in time for the company’s 50th anniversary, Neutrik has manufactured its 2-billionth connector. 2-billionth NEUTRIK connector presented to Georg Wohlwend, delegate of the Board of Directors. Schaan, Liechtenstein (July 2, 2025)— Just in time...

British holidaymakers issued three-month warning as new travel system approved
A major overhaul of border procedures has finally been approved by the European Parliament, meaning British travellers going on holiday can expect to see significant changes at the airport in just three months' time. The new Entry/Exit System, or...

South America's Mercosur, Europe's EFTA bloc seal trade deal
Mercosur, South America's largest trade bloc, on Wednesday signed a trade deal with the four-nation European Free Trade Association (EFTA). The EFTA is made up of Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland, while Mercosur comprises full...
Monaco Tops Japan As The World's 'Oldest' Nation
Much of the Western, industrialized world is worrying about falling birth rates and aging societies. While reaching 65 is still a privilege in most parts of the world, social security and welfare systems typically rely on a growing working-age...

Pro AV Newsmakers: Acquisitions, Acquisitions, and Yep... More Acquisitions
The second half of 2025 started off with major acquisition news in the Pro AV world. It came at us pretty quickly, closing out June and starting up July with early fireworks. Let's get you caught up with what you may have missed. 3G Productions...

Iran’s president orders country to suspend co-operation with UN nuclear watchdog
Breadcrumb Trail Links World Author of the article: Associated Press Jon Gambrell Published Jul 02, 2025 • 5 minute read Iran's Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, Reza Najafi, left, attends an IAEA Board of Governors...

Diversification ensures Malaysia’s economy remains resilient: Miti official
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia remains on solid footing due to its inclusive and long-term economic strategy despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raising concerns over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions to global energy...

Iran suspends cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog agency
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Feb. 10, 2025, in Tehran. (Iranian Presidency Office via AP, File) DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Iran’s president on Wednesday ordered the country to suspend its cooperation with the International Atomic...