Category: Business

The global market for virtual event platforms is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating an increase from $12.4 billion in 2024 to $30.6 billion by 2030. This rapid expansion highlights the growing demand for digital solutions in hosting large-scale virtual and hybrid events across various industries. Market Drivers and Trends Several factors are contributing […]

At times this year, it seemed that Congress was going to give up its duty to protect our rights online—particularly when the Senate passed the dangerous Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) by a large majority in July. But this legislation, which would chill protected speech and almost certainly result in privacy-invasive age verification requirements for […]

In recent years, major oil companies, such as Exxon Mobil and Shell and more recently Equinor, have signaled their intentions to scale back or exit Nigeria’s onshore oil operations. This move follows a combination of factors, including rising operational costs, environmental concerns, and shifting global priorities around energy. In response, Nigeria’s regulatory bodies have proposed […]

It’s an uncomfortable reality, but modern slavery is endemic in global supply chains. Statistics on the scale of this issue are becoming as well known as they are shocking. Estimates put the number of modern slavery victims at almost 50 million globally – including those in forced labour or living in forced marriages. Of these, […]

The German automotive sector enters 2025 at a critical juncture, grappling with a year of unprecedented challenges that threaten its future. In 2024, the industry faced significant setbacks, driven by lagging electric vehicle (EV) sales in Europe and declining demand for traditional combustion-engine vehicles in China. With economic pressures mounting and market conditions evolving rapidly, […]

The steady rise of decentralized networks this year is transforming social media.  Platforms like Mastodon, Bluesky, and Threads are still in their infancy but have already shown that when users are given options, innovation thrives and it results in better tools and protections for our rights online. By moving towards a digital landscape that can’t […]

2024 has been a challenging year for China. As its government has tackled economic problems at home, internationally it has handled the complexities of an alliance with Russia. And, while China has continued to play a significant role in the global economy, there are five possible areas that could derail its plans in 2025. 1. […]

Foxconn, the key Apple iPhone subcontractor, has completed a significant investment in India with the launch of a $230 million dormitory project at its Sriperumbudur facility in Tamil Nadu. The new complex is designed to house 18,000 workers, primarily women, in modern living accommodations. This project marks Foxconn’s first such investment in India and is […]

This year, nearly half of U.S. states passed laws imposing age verification requirements on online platforms. EFF has opposed these efforts, because they censor the internet and burden access to online speech. Though age verification mandates are often touted as “online safety” measures for kids, the laws actually do more harm than good. They undermine […]

With the implementation of new emissions regulations starting January 1, 2025, Australia is set to experience a significant shift in its automotive landscape, driven by a surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales. The country’s updated environmental policies are expected to accelerate the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles across a wide range of sectors, including […]