Standard Chartered has unveiled its ambitious climate strategy, committing to net zero across all financing activities by 2050 and its operations by 2025. As the first Global Systemically Important Bank (GSIB) to receive external confirmation of its net zero targets, the bank is setting a new standard for climate action in the financial sector. The […]
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A Singaporean hacker, identified as Chingwei, has been arrested in Thailand for his role in over 90 data breaches globally, according to Group-IB, a cybersecurity firm involved in the investigation. The 39-year-old man, who has been active in the cybercrime scene since 2020, used multiple aliases, including ‘Altdos’, ‘Desorden’, and ‘Ghostr’, to evade detection. Using […]
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A growing scam involving gold bars has defrauded Americans out of $126 million in 2024 alone, according to the FBI. This fraud, which uses couriers to collect gold from victims, has left many, including elderly individuals like 79-year-old Kris Owen, financially devastated. Owen, a Vietnam veteran, fell victim to the scheme after a message claiming […]
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Nvidia’s earnings for the fourth fiscal quarter have exceeded expectations, with the AI giant posting $39.3 billion in revenue—up 78% from the previous year—and $22.1 billion in net income, a 71% year-over-year increase. Analysts had anticipated $38.1 billion in revenue and $19.6 billion in net income. The results underscore Nvidia’s dominance in AI hardware, particularly […]
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The People’s Pension, one of the UK’s largest defined contribution (DC) master trusts, has significantly reduced its investments with State Street, citing climate stewardship misalignment as a key factor. This decision signals a growing divide between long-term investors and major asset managers on addressing climate change. With over £30bn in assets, The People’s Pension had […]
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A UN-backed report has raised alarm over the worsening food security crisis in Somalia, predicting that nearly 4.4 million people—23% of the country’s population—will be at risk of hunger by June. The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) assessment highlights several contributing factors, including ongoing drought, below-average rainfall, escalating food prices, and the persistent conflict. […]
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Nigeria’s National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC) has raised alarms about the growing sophistication of terrorist groups operating within the country. These groups are increasingly utilizing advanced technologies, including encrypted messaging apps, social media for recruitment, and drones to further their operations. In light of this, Nigerian authorities have initiated a review of the national counterterrorism […]
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Legal experts, human rights advocates, and judicial officers are increasingly calling for a unified criminal justice system in Nigeria to address inconsistencies in state laws that lead to sentencing disparities and prolonged trials. Currently, Nigeria’s federal system allows states to adopt different legal frameworks, with some using the Penal Code, others the Criminal Code, and […]
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A recent study published in The Lancet Public Health highlights both progress and ongoing challenges in addressing global suicide rates. While the global suicide rate has dropped by nearly 40% since 1990, suicide remains a major public health crisis, causing about 740,000 deaths annually—equivalent to one death every 43 seconds. The study, led by IHME […]
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Ghana’s defence capabilities have received a significant boost with a €50 million ($52 million) military aid package from the European Union, aimed at enhancing the country’s response to growing security threats. The assistance, provided under the European Peace Facility, includes advanced communication systems, riverine assets, and essential civil engineering tools such as foldable boats, tipper […]
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