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COVID-19: Victoria lockdown stretched by three weeks
September 01, 2021 06:09 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights Melbourne lockdown has been extended by another three weeks. The government is shifting its focus on fast-tracking vaccination rather than zero-COVID19 plan. The state reported 120 cases yesterday. The Victorian state gov.....
APAC markets mixed; ASX200 in red despite positive GDP numbers
September 01, 2021 04:41 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights ASX is trading in the red despite better-than-expected GDP numbers China markets are in the green. Japan is the biggest gainer in the region. Asia Pacific shares were trading mixed on Wednesday, with Australian shares in negati.....
Virgin Australia joins Qantas to push vaccination drive
September 01, 2021 03:26 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The Australian Federal Government has set the vaccination targets of 70% and 80% of the population for the age group of 16 and above. Virgin Australia joined Qantas to encourage Australians to get vaccinated offering free flights, p.....
How many jabs of vaccine are needed to protect you from COVID-19?
September 01, 2021 12:56 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaWith 221 countries and territories affected till now, the COVID-19 cases, as on date stand in excess of 218 million – sending the world economy into a wild goose chase. Even though the World Health Organization (WHO) has approved a list of v.....
10 stocks Reddit’s Wall Street Bets traders have on their radar
September 01, 2021 11:22 AM AEST| By AayushReddit’s Wall Street Bets is an online forum which is famous for retail traders who try to come together to take synchronized bets on target stocks. Earlier this year, these traders became famous for bringing down some of the hedge funds on t.....
Why Microsoft, Coca-Cola see carbon capture way out of emission muddle?
September 01, 2021 08:44 AM AEST| By Sanjeeb BaruahReducing carbon footprints has been a major focus of the Biden administration as it takes up the cudgel for fighting climate change. The zero-carbon emission target is at the heart of Biden’s climate policy that finds expression in various pr.....
Morrison Government grants AU$1.2 million to encourage the Country’s Defense exports
August 31, 2021 08:16 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The Morrison Government has announced an allocation of AU$1.2million for the Defence industry. The move is likely to encourage the export capability of six Australian businesses involved in manufacturing defence-related equipment. T.....
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Why are investors eyeing Nasdaq Listed NIU Technologies?
August 31, 2021 06:56 PM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights NIU technologies is a China-based electric two-wheeler maker and seller. The company is listed on NASDAQ. The company has reported robust earnings in its second quarter ending 30 June 2021. NASDAQ listed NIU technologies .....
China’s new regulation to reduce children’s online gaming time significantly
August 31, 2021 06:32 PM AEST| By Jasmine AnandHighlights China would be executing an online gaming restriction for the country’s young population under 18 years of age. No online gaming on weekdays, children to now access online games for only an hour on weekends and public holidays......
Who is Dr Ashley Bloomfield, the Guardian angel of NZ health?
August 31, 2021 05:50 PM AEST| By RomaHighlights Dr Ashley Bloomfield, a household name in the Kiwi healthcare is again on the forefront Fighting the COVID-19 outbreak for the second time, he advises caution. A decreasing number of cases on Tuesday is an indication that the diseas.....
Longest war in US history comes to an end as last US troops exit Afghanistan
August 31, 2021 11:53 AM AEST| By Furquan Moharkanrime accused in 9/11 terror attacks In last days of the war, the US evacuated about 120,000 people out of Afghanistan The US has ended its long-drawn-out war in the Central Asian country of Afghanistan after two decades, as it completed final e...
How a rise in TSMC chip price could affect the electronics industry?
August 31, 2021 01:24 AM AEST| By Sanjeeb BaruahHighlights Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM) might increase the prices of its microchips used in the electronics industry. Rising raw material costs and orders may have forced the chipmaker to hike prices. Smartphones, car.....
Asia Pacific markets close in green
August 30, 2021 08:35 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights Most APAC markets began the week on a positive note. Australia recorded an unprecedented surge in fresh COVID-19 cases. Investors are keeping track of Meituan results. Asia Pacific shares on Monday closed mostly in the green, w.....
COVID-19: NSW records highest ever single-day tally
August 30, 2021 05:02 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights New South Wales has reported the highest number of single day infections. Most cases in the country are locally transmitted. NSW mulls to open up pubs, cafes, and restaurants once 70% of the population is vaccinated. Aust.....
Hurricane Ida lashes Louisiana, natural gas output hit
August 30, 2021 01:13 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana, US on Sunday. Ida is one of the strongest hurricanes in 16 years. The storm has left over half a million people without power. Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana, US, on Sunday as.....
Tesla dips its toes in electricity retailing market: Five things to know
August 30, 2021 12:15 PM AEST| By AshishHighlights Having successfully ventured into the space of electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems, Elon Musk’s Tesla is eyeing the electricity retailing market in the US. Elon Musk-led Tesla plans to sell electricity directly t.....
What’s flippening? Can Ethereum outshine Bitcoin in terms of market cap?
August 30, 2021 11:52 AM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanHighlights Bitcoin is valued at US$920 billion – almost three times that of Ethereum. Bitcoin represents 41% of the total market cap of all cryptocurrencies put together The possible event of Bitcoin taking over Ethereum in market cap is.....
Amazon teams with Afterpay rival Affirm to offer BNPL services to US customers
August 29, 2021 03:38 PM AEST| By Chitranjan KumarHighlights Fintech majorAffirm has entered into a partnership with Amazon to offer flexible payment solutions. The company is currently testing its flexible payment service with select customers of Amazon. Affirm will provide Amazon customers .....
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How is cloud computing shaping the future of the healthcare industry?
August 28, 2021 12:10 AM AEST| By Tripti JoshiHighlights Cloud computing in healthcare is making a positive change in several ways, including cost reduction in health-related services. Telemedicine, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, internet of medical things are some key tre.....
Asia Pacific markets mixed; all eyes on Powell’s Jackson Hole speech
August 27, 2021 04:11 PM AEST| By Furquan MoharkanAsia-Pacific shares were trading mixed on Friday as investors remained guarded ahead of the Federal Reserve’s annual Jackson Hole symposium where Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be speaking. In Australia, the benchmark ASX200 pared early losses o...
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