Around the world, entrepreneurs are making their mark in various industries, showing resilience and innovation in the face of challenges. In Belgium, Fabien Pinckaers, the founder of Odoo, a software company valued at $5. 3 billion, is focused on survival amidst competition from giants like SAP and
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for a swift overhaul of supervisory boards in the defence sector. This move comes after a major corruption scandal that has shaken the country. The scandal involves allegations of a $100-million kickback scheme, with senior energy officials and a fo
In the vast Mojave Desert, the Mountain Pass mine might look like any other barren landscape, but it holds a crucial piece of America's past and future. This mine was once the world's top supplier of rare earth elements, essential for modern tech and military tech. Back in the 1980s, it provided nea
RBC, a major bank, is in hot water. A former employee, Jennifer Caruso-Jones, has accused the bank of creating a "boys' club" atmosphere. She says this led to unfair treatment of women, including lower pay and fewer promotions. The issue came to light when Jennifer filed a lawsuit in a Manhattan co
A futuristic aircraft, the X-65, is set to take to the skies in late 2027, pushing back its initial flight date by over two years. This experimental plane, crafted by Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing subsidiary, is part of a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) initiative. Its unique fe
Dunamu, the company behind Upbit, has seen a huge jump in profits. In the third quarter, they made about $165 million. That's a lot more than last year, when they made just $40 million. This big increase shows that the company is doing much better now. What's helping Dunamu grow? A lot of things. F
Ukraine is getting a big financial helping hand to keep its energy and water systems running smoothly. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Naftogaz, Ukraine's main energy company, have just signed a deal to provide hundreds of millions of euros. This money is crucial because Russia's attacks on U
Ukraine is in hot water, and not just because of the ongoing war. The country is facing a big corruption scandal. Five people have been arrested, and two more are still on the run. They are accused of trying to control purchases at the nuclear agency Energoatom and other state-owned companies. This
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has taken a firm stand against corruption by targeting his former business partner, Timur Mindich. Zelensky imposed sanctions on Mindich, who is accused of being involved in a major corruption scandal within the country's energy sector. The scandal involves a s
Ukraine is making big moves to tackle corruption, especially in the energy sector. Recently, seven people were charged in a scheme that allegedly involved $100 million in kickbacks. This scandal has people upset, especially since Ukraine is already dealing with power outages due to Russian attacks. ...
