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The Startup Show: A Show For The Virtual Era
November 24, 2021 04:28 PM AEDT| By Daniel Paul JohnsHighlights Theta TV is advised by Steve Chen, co-founder of YouTube and Justin Kan, co-founder of Twitch Theta TV is advised by Steve Chen, co-founder of YouTube and Justin Kan, co-founder of Twitch The interview with Randi Zuckerberg covers h.....

Rest Super unveils plan to invest in cryptocurrency
November 24, 2021 01:09 PM AEDT| By Priyanka PayalThe future is digital, and cryptocurrency, also known as virtual currency, has become a hot topic these days. As Cryptocurrencies are gaining popularity across the globe, more and more companies are showing interest in the digital currency. In the .....

Globalisation: a road of vulnerabilities & resilience, says WTO
November 24, 2021 11:52 AM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) report carries significant aspects of the current scenario of global trade. This year’s report sheds light on the values inflicted by the interconnectedness of world trade in the prese.....

Elon Musk ups ante with Yelp downgrade in JPMorgan warrant dispute
November 24, 2021 09:14 AM AEDT| By Versha JainHighlights Tesla-JPMorgan warrant trade dispute took a new turn after Elon Musk threatened the bank to give one-star rating on Yelp in a WSJ interview. The bank said it owes US$162 million from Tesla in a warrant trade case dating back to 2014......

La Nina effect: Australia to witness rainy summer for 2nd straight year
November 23, 2021 08:39 PM AEDT| By Priyanka PayalHighlights Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology has declared that a La Nina weather event is now underway. La Nina is a Spanish term which means “the girl child”. La Nina suggests a 65 % higher chance that parts of the country w.....

Laundy Hotels acquires Wollongong’s Cabbage Tree Hotel
November 23, 2021 07:11 PM AEDT| By Priyanka PayalA syndicate of hoteliers led by veteran hospitality industry supremo Arthur Laundy including Laundy’s daughter Justine and son-in-law Nick Tindall, on Monday, bought The Cabbage Tree Hotel, popularly known as The Patch. Headed by Laundy, the.....

Why is Dogecoin the flavour of the season?
November 23, 2021 04:47 PM AEDT| By Jasmine AnandHighlights Dogecoin is the most explored crypto on Google, as per reports. This is partly because of Elon Musk’s endorsement of the meme currency, plus it is cheaply priced. Apart from all the hype around DOGE, one crypto which is .....

Xbox Series X arriving today at Walmart, Black Friday deals: Details
November 23, 2021 04:40 AM AEDT| By Versha JainHighlights Walmart Inc (WMT) is launching an online restock event for Xbox Series X on Monday. The Walmart+ members will have early access to the event. The membership cost is US$12.95 per month. The online event, part of the Black Friday.....

AUKUS: Australia signs crucial Nuclear Submarine Alliance with US & UK
November 22, 2021 08:05 PM AEDT| By Priyanka PayalHighlights Australia signs a key deal in nuclear submarine alliance, AUKUS. A trilateral security pact was announced in September this year between the three countries – the US, UK, and Australia. The defence pact was signed to.....

ASIC cautions investors on Cryptocurrency trade
November 22, 2021 06:17 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairHighlights ASIC says crypto investors are at their own risk at present. The crypto phenomenon, ASIC believes, is to stay in Australia. ASIC feels regulations for the crypto universe are essential to curb risk for investors. Australi.....

Tritium unveils EV charger testing facility in Brisbane
November 22, 2021 01:34 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairHighlights Tritium Energy is hitting the news again as it has come up with a world-class EV charger testing facility. Also, the Company will be installing more than 500 DC-chargers for EVCS network. There is a rising demand of EVs across Austr.....

Can Australia lead the global race to renewable energy transition?
November 21, 2021 12:42 AM AEDT| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The climate change issues present significant opportunities for renewable energy players across Australia. Australia is believed to be emerging as a globally recognised leader in renewable energy with a strong push for adopting renew.....

How IoT is shaping our daily lives? A glance at its major applications
November 21, 2021 12:39 AM AEDT| By Mohammad ZaidWhether or not you know much about the Internet of Things (IoT) or even understand it, IoT has significantly disrupted our daily lives. Moreover, the extent of convenience, ease and insights offered by IoT devices has prompted even non-tech-savvy p.....

Disclosing the big drama behind Black Friday!
November 20, 2021 01:06 AM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights This year the Black Friday is on November 26. It’s the door to the festive season. Black Friday is significant for consumers, retailers, and economists. Finally, the startling effects of the pandemic are settling do.....

The fall of Afghanistan’s economy & the rise of humanitarian crisis
November 20, 2021 01:00 AM AEDT| By Toshiva JainHighlights Summer 2021 changed the lives of thousands of Afghans completely. Recently a report published by the United Nations disclosed that more than 20 million people in Afghanistan are facing food insecurity. Afghanistan is standing on the.....

Gina Rinehart's fortune shines, while Roy Hill makes $4.4B profit
November 19, 2021 09:07 PM AEDT| By Aditi SahaHighlights Rinehart's Roy Hill made a record $4.4 billion profit as commodity prices and exports soared. Rinehart's journey was not easy, as she was burdened by massive debt, but she eventually emerged from it. Within five years, she has .....

Australia, take a deep breath. Busiest auction week is here!
November 19, 2021 06:20 PM AEDT| By Aditi SahaHighlights The busiest auction week of the year is approaching Sydney. Over a thousand homeowners are looking forward to selling their homes. Since early October, when restrictions were loosened, auction volumes have soared by 91.1%. .....

Will Victoria come back to life with COVID-19 restrictions ease?
November 19, 2021 05:48 PM AEDT| By Sukriti NairHighlights Victoria to hit 90% double vaccination milestone for above 12 on the weekend. Wide-ranging easing of COVID-19 restrictions across Victoria. Masks no longer a regulation in most settings. Life in Victoria is likely to come.....

Does Coinbase co-founder's unveiling of US$2.5 billion funds indicate an industry boom?
November 19, 2021 04:19 PM AEDT| By Jasmine AnandCrypto fever continuous to rise among its admirers. In fact, with the current wave of investor interest, jaw-dropping fundraises in the cryptocurrency market are the in thing. Source: Copyright © 2021 Kalkine Media One such move has been .....

ASIC takes legal action against MLC Life over insurance failures
November 19, 2021 02:54 PM AEDT| By Aditi SahaMLC Limited has received a major jolt from the Australian Securities and Investment Commission, and now it must defend itself in court. ASIC has initiated legal action against MLC for alleged service and insurance policy breaches caused by inadequ.....
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