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Lucid smashes world record for longest single-charge EV drive
New Atlas
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July 12, 2025
Let me throw two terms at you: inadequate public charging infrastructure and range anxiety. Any guesses what I'm talking about? Yup, the Achilles heel of electric vehicles. Solve these, and you're probably looking at widespread EV adoption. Lucid...
UK to pay for EU defense fund access amidst growing Russia threat, FT reports
The Kyiv Independent
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July 22, 2025
Britain will be required to pay the European Union a percentage of the value of any weapons acquired from U.K. companies through a Brussels-led defense fund. These plans, currently under development by the bloc, aim to counter the escalating...
NEUTRIK Races Into 50 Years of Innovation and Connection
Sound & Video Contractor
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July 21, 2025
CHARLOTTE, JULY 21, 2025 – Neutrik Group, a global leader in interconnect solutions including NEUTRIK®, REAN® and CONTRIK®, proudly announces the 50th anniversary of its iconic brand, NEUTRIK. The company celebrated this milestone with a dynamic...
RSF publishes new report to protect Europe’s public media
Reporters Without Borders
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This new RSF report assesses the state of public media based on a study conducted across the 27 EU member states, the United Kingdom and Switzerland. RSF gives an overview of the offensive against public media across the continent, and the report...
How discovery of 2,000-year-old tomb transformed Al Ain Museum
The National News
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Al Ain Museum is undergoing a remarkable transformation. Guided by UAE-based Dabbagh Architects' design vision and inspired by recent archaeological discoveries, the redevelopment promises an immersive visitor experience – including 'live...
Payment Automation Hacks: Best Practices to Streamline & Scale Your AP Processes
CFO Dive
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Switzerland clears path for $100 billion EFTA-India trade pact after 16 years of talks
Colombo Gazette
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July 21, 2025
The Indian government is also setting up an EFTA Desk, to facilitate smoother market entry and investment flows. Switzerland has officially ratified the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade...
Pathways to the financial regulation of virtual assets (crypto-assets) eco-systems in Ghana: ‘A case for hybrid financial regulatory approach’
Joy FM
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July 16, 2025
By Dr. Richmond Atuahene, Banking Consultant Summary Ghana’s unregulated virtual asset markets can pose significant risks to the financial sector, including increased volatility, potential for illicit activities like money laundering and fraud,...
Mercosur and EFTA finalize free trade agreement
Fresh Plaza
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July 4, 2025
Mercosur, South America's leading trade bloc, and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have finalized a trade agreement. EFTA includes Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland, while Mercosur consists of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay,...
Australians to pay $36 for EU visa-free ETIAS travel
Executive Traveller
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July 21, 2025
Australians travelling to Europe from next year will have to pay $36 for entry under the EU’s new and long-delayed European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). The fee for the digital visa-waiver program was previously to be set...
EU carbon market cuts emissions nearly in half after 20 years
The Arabian Stories
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July 16, 2025
Berlin: The European Emissions Trading System, a cornerstone of the EU’s climate policy, has proven to be a game-changer in the fight against industrial pollution. By placing a price on carbon emissions, the ETS compels high-emission...
European visa waiver: when must I apply for an Etias and how will travel from the UK work?
The Independent
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July 20, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
India-EFTA Trade Pact Set to Take Effect in Coming Months
Chemical Industry Digest
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July 7, 2025
Advertisement India-EFTA Trade Pact with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)—comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—is set to come into force in the next couple of months, informed Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush...
Export growth…Mission India!!!
Textile Value Chain
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June 27, 2025
Article by Mr. Avinash Mayekar, Managing Director, SUVIN Step out of the comfort zone and venture into the growth zone… We at Suvin are on the verge of completing 15 years of consulting services, witnessing the swing ride of our textile industry...
Spotify expands audiobook access with new flexible add-on plans
Mumbrella
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July 20, 2025
Spotify is introducing new audiobook subscription options for Premium users in several countries — including Australia — to offer more listening flexibility and grow the format’s global audience. The announcement: Spotify’s goal with audiobooks is...
Alternative investment platform iCapital lands $820m funding
Private Banker International
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July 11, 2025
Fintech firm iCapital has raised more than $820m in a financing round co-led by T. Rowe Price Associates, T. Rowe Price Investment Management, and SurgoCap Partners, boosting its valuation to over $7.5bn. The terms of the funding round were not...
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | July 13 to July 19, 2025
The Indian Express
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July 19, 2025
UPSC Weekly Quiz is a current affairs-based quiz on relevant topics from the past week, curated for the aspirants of competitive examinations. Attempt the weekly quiz every Saturday and find answers to the MCQs with explanations.🚨 Click Here to...
wefox Raises €151 Million Following Business Restructuring
Fintech News Switzerland
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July 10, 2025
Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Switzerland News once a month in your Inbox Insurtech platform wefox has secured a total of €151 million in new funding, comprising a €76 million capital raise, primarily from existing investors, and a €75...
Beyond tariffs: how Switzerland turned trade talks into climate action with Mercosur
Swissinfo
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July 18, 2025
Aerial view of the headquarters of the Mercosur trade bloc (Southern Common Market) in Montevideo, taken on November 26, 2024. Afp Or Licensors Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English...
Payment Tech: Enhancing Fan Experiences and Boosting Economy
finews.com
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July 4, 2025
From contactless payments to secure online ticketing, payment technology is playing a pivotal role in shaping major events like the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. In his guest commentary for finews.first, Santosh Ritter, Country Manager Switzerland &...