Despite official attendance figures suggesting a near-full stadium, thousands of empty seats were visible at a World Cup game in Miami. FIFA sources cited highway issues, but the secondary ticketing market and Miami's celebrity-focused culture may also be factors.
Indian auto sales, including cars, utility vehicles, and two-wheelers, saw strong double-digit growth in May. Passenger vehicle sales rose 27% to 438,854 units, driven by a favorable base effect, GST rate cuts, and easier financing.
Bulut tabanlı yazılım şirketi Salesforce, yapay zeka destekli müşteri hizmetleri platformu Fin'i 3,6 milyar dolara satın alacağını duyurdu. Salesforce, Fin'in teknolojisini Agentforce platformunu geliştirmek için kullanacak.
Salesforce announced on Monday its acquisition of AI customer service platform Fin for $3.6 billion. Fin, formerly Intercom, offers an AI agent for customer query resolution across multiple channels. The acquisition aims to enhance Salesforce's Agentforce platform with Fin's technology and team.
MicroStrategy acquired 1,587 Bitcoin for $100 million, funded by selling MSTR stock. The purchase occurred while BTC traded below the company's average cost basis of $75,656. MicroStrategy now holds 846,842 BTC.
Salesforce announced its acquisition of AI customer service platform Fin for approximately $3.6 billion. The deal aims to enhance Salesforce's Agentforce platform by integrating Fin's AI agent capabilities across various communication channels.
UK government plans to lower electric car sales targets from 80% to 50% by 2030 have drawn strong criticism from the charging industry and EV brands. Critics argue this move, influenced by manufacturer and union lobbying, will harm investment, jobs, and the UK's automotive future, potentially benefiting Chinese manufacturers.
The UK government is considering reducing the 2030 target for electric vehicle sales from 80% to between 50% and 70%. Car makers and unions cite cost and job concerns, while sustainability groups warn of climate goal impacts.
The UK government is reportedly considering lowering the 2030 target for electric vehicle sales from 80% to between 50%-70%. This move follows lobbying from car makers and unions concerned about costs and jobs, while sustainability groups warn it could jeopardize climate goals.
The UK government is considering reducing its 2030 target for electric vehicle (EV) sales from 80% to between 50%-70%. Car makers and unions cite cost and job concerns, while sustainability groups warn of climate goal impacts. A consultation will determine the final target.
The UK government is considering reducing the 2030 target for electric vehicle sales from 80% to between 50% and 70%. Car makers and unions cite cost and job concerns, while sustainability groups warn of climate goal impacts.
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian demonstrators protested in London against an event promoting illegal Israeli settlement properties. Police arrested 15 people amid clashes with pro-Israel counter-protesters. UK politicians and activists condemned the event, citing international law violations.
Sales of tokenized Pokémon cards have surged over 600% in a year, driven by speculative demand and "gacha" machines mimicking pack-ripping. Collector Crypt in Montana uses a secure facility to combat "rug pull" concerns, with the market for trading cards projected to reach $23.5 billion by 2030.
The UK government is reportedly planning to relax its 2030 electric vehicle sales targets, potentially lowering the mandate for pure EVs from 80% to 50% and allowing a larger share for hybrids. This move follows intense lobbying from the car industry and unions concerned about job security and manufacturing penalties.
The natural diamond industry is implementing a large-scale traceability system, including a blockchain platform called Tracr, to enhance customer trust and provenance amid competition from lab-grown diamonds and declining prices. De Beers Group is selling a 30% stake in Tracr to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA).
Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy, defended the company's recent Bitcoin sale, stating it's necessary to issue 'digital credit.' He explained that Bitcoin treasury companies must be able to sell holdings to support dividend-paying securities and Bitcoin-backed credit products, calling digital credit a "trillion-dollar opportunity."
Yiwu International Trade City is experiencing a surge in sales of Dragon Boat Festival products, with traditional items like colorful ropes and sachets becoming highly popular. This year's products feature prominent 'Guochao' (national trend) and intangible cultural heritage elements, shifting sales from seasonal to year-round.
North Korea has denounced the US approval of advanced air-to-air missile sales to South Korea, labeling them "war exports" and warning of escalating tensions on the Korean peninsula. Pyongyang criticized the move as part of a broader US strategy to increase military collusion and confrontation in the region.
Overseas online influencers are leveraging the 10th China-South Asia Expo (South China Expo) in Kunming to promote regional products and culture. Influencers from Cambodia, Bangladesh, and India are using live streaming and social media to showcase Yunnan coffee, Bangladeshi jute products, and diverse ethnic performances, attracting millions of followers and forging business partnerships.
UK independent festivals are struggling with low ticket sales, soaring costs, and competition from major players, leading to numerous cancellations. While some large corporations thrive, smaller operators face unsustainable financial pressures, prompting calls for regulatory intervention.
A 73ª edição da tradicional Festa de Santo Antônio em Barra do Garças, Mato Grosso, foi celebrada após ser reconhecida como patrimônio histórico, cultural e imaterial do estado. O evento, que atrai milhares de fiéis, inclui missas, procissões e manifestações culturais, além de simpatias populares ligadas ao santo.
North Korea's Foreign Ministry condemned the US approval of advanced air-to-air missile sales to South Korea, warning of escalating tensions. Meanwhile, India summoned the US charge d'affaires for the second time in two days to protest US attacks on commercial ships off Oman, which killed three Indian sailors.
Convenience stores near Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square experienced a significant sales boost on June 12th, coinciding with a public viewing event for the World Cup match between South Korea and Czech Republic. Sales of beer, snacks, and convenience foods saw dramatic increases, with some stores reporting up to 180 times higher beer sales. Umbrella sales also surged due to the hot weather.
Fuel cars have disappeared from China's top 10 monthly retail sales, with new energy vehicles (NEVs) dominating. While this signals a rapid shift, experts caution against overstating the demise of fuel cars, citing their continued relevance in certain markets and the long-term coexistence with NEVs.
