Climate Funds Face Record Outflows: A $24 Billion Warning

Global climate funds are experiencing an unprecedented crisis, with net withdrawals reaching a staggering $24 billion in 2024 so far, according to Morningstar Sustainalytics. This marks a dramatic reversal from the $40 billion in net deposits seen during the first nine months of 2023 and the peak of $151 billion…

BHP's Billions: A Chilean Copper Gamble to Tackle Global Shortages

BHP, the world's largest listed mining company, is undertaking a multi-billion-dollar investment in its Chilean copper mines to combat a looming global copper deficit. The company anticipates a significant production dip, with annual output projected to fall by approximately 300,000 tonnes to 1.6 million tonnes by…

Grow Gorgeous Hellebores: A Gardener's Guide to Decades of Blooms

Hellebores, prized for their exquisite blooms and long lifespan, are a welcome addition to any garden. These hardy perennials, often referred to as Christmas roses (*Helleborus niger*) or Lenten roses (*Helleborus x hybridus*), offer a stunning display of colour from late autumn through to early spring, providing a vibrant splash…

Hyundai Ioniq 9: 3-Row Electric SUV Unveiled

The market for mainstream electric vehicles (EVs) is expanding rapidly, but a significant gap remains: the three-row, mid-size electric SUV. Hyundai aims to fill this void with the all-new 2026 Ioniq 9, a compelling offering set to challenge its sibling, the Kia EV9. While sharing the same E-GMP platform, the…

Agentic AI: Friend or Foe to Workflow Apps?

Last month, I attended UiPath's Forward conference, an invitation following my Forbes article on AI agents. The discussions revealed compelling insights into the burgeoning field of agentic AI applications and their implications for enterprise workflows. UiPath, a prominent player in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), traditionally focused on digitising…

Christmas Cargo Chaos: 2024's Unprecedented Logistics Challenge

The global logistics industry is bracing for its annual pre-Christmas cargo surge, but 2024 presents unprecedented challenges unlike any seen before. A perfect storm of factors is combining to create significant pressure on supply chains, demanding innovative solutions from logistics providers. The surge in e-commerce, a trend accelerated by the…