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The digital age has fundamentally reshaped the retail landscape, ushering in the era of direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands. This shift goes beyond simply bypassing traditional retailers; it's about establishing profound, enduring connections with consumers. Take Nike, for instance, aiming to generate 60% of its revenue directly from customers by
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Despite the growing popularity of hybrid SUVs in Australia, Renault is yet to commit to bringing electrified versions of its Arkana and Captur models to local shores. While the French brand acknowledges the appeal of hybrid technology, the managing director of Renault Australia, Glen Sealey, states that the business case
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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has transferred 800 Ether, worth approximately £1.7 million, to a multi-signature wallet, raising eyebrows among market watchers. The transfer, initially reported by blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain, has sparked speculation about a potential larger selloff. Buterin's history of significant ETH movements has often
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The market for conductive polymer capacitors is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the increasing demand for miniaturised electronics and the rise of electric vehicles. This market is expected to reach £28.8 billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5% from 2024. What&
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The serverless security industry is poised for substantial growth, fuelled by the increasing adoption of serverless technology. This shift towards serverless computing presents a unique set of security challenges, driving the demand for dedicated solutions. A new market analysis by DataM Intelligence delves into the intricate dynamics of this emerging
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Over 100 people attended the recent South Coast Biochar Forum, where they heard how biochar is set to become a multi-billion pound industry, with a global market estimated to reach £4 billion by next year. Professor Stephen Joseph, a key speaker at the forum hosted by the Wilson Inlet
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The global Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR VR) market is set to experience rapid growth, with projections indicating it will reach a value of £170 billion by 2031, according to a new report by Verified Market Research®. This represents a significant increase from the £19 billion valuation in
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Nigeria has officially embraced the cryptocurrency industry, with its Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) granting operational approvals to several crypto operators. This move marks a significant shift in the country's stance on digital currencies, following a period of restrictions. On Thursday, the SEC announced the granting of approval-in-principle
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NYK, a leading Japanese shipping company, has showcased its commitment to decarbonisation at the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) ministerial meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia. On August 21st, Akira Kono, Representative Director and Executive Vice President of NYK, participated in a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signing ceremony alongside top management from
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Indian drone manufacturer, IdeaForge Technology, has announced that its latest unmanned aerial vehicle, the Q6 V2, has successfully obtained a Type Certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in India. This certification paves the way for the advanced drone to operate commercially in the UK, marking a significant
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South Africa is committed to a green energy transition, moving away from coal and other fossil fuels towards cleaner, renewable sources like solar and wind power. However, this shift raises significant concerns about the future of the country's 91,000 coal workers. While the renewable energy sector anticipates
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Europe is poised for an unusually warm start to September, following a summer plagued by heatwaves and drought across the continent's southeast. Temperatures are forecast to be 5°C to 8°C above the 30-year average for the start of the month, according to Atmospheric G2. Southern Germany,