Electric vehicles (EVs) are now mainstream in Australia, with record sales in May driven by falling prices, improved resale values, and the oil crisis. Chinese brands dominate the market, offering models below $30,000, while infrastructure remains the primary barrier to wider adoption.
Electric vehicles are now mainstream in Australia, with record sales in May driven by falling prices, improved resale values, and the oil crisis. Chinese brands dominate the market, offering models under $30,000, while infrastructure remains the key barrier to wider adoption.
Circle raised $222 million in an ARC token presale led by a16z crypto as Q1 revenue hit $694 million and USDC circulation climbed to $77 billion.
Andreessen Horowitz served as the lead investor in the sale with a $75 million investment. Other investors include BlackRock and Apollo Funds.
Donald Trump has joined growing criticism over soaring 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices, admitting he would not personally pay $1,000 to watch the United States national team play. As resale values continue spiralling and supporters raise affordability concerns, FIFA president Gianni Infantino continues defending the tournament’s controversial pricing model.
