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BRICS Nations in ‘Intense Discussions’ to Develop Common Payment System
23.10.2024
BRICS nations are actively discussing the development of a common payment system and the use of national currencies for trade, with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirming that intense talks have been underway. Studies and research have been commissioned. Experts have emphasized that...
BRICS Unites 40 Nations at Leaders’ Summit — Russia Pushes for Global Partnerships
22.10.2024
Nearly 40 countries will participate in the BRICS Plus/Outreach session, expanding the reach of the 2024 BRICS Summit hosted by Russia. The summit will address cooperation in politics, security, and economics. A central focus will be the expansion of BRICS, potentially introducing a...
Praxis’ $525M Crypto-Native City: A Test for the Network State Model and the Future of Nations
18.10.2024
Praxis, an organization devoted to developing the first network state, has raised $525 million to finance the construction of its first city. The funding will streamline the construction of Praxis’ vision of a network state, a group of individuals with coordinated values settled in...
BRICS Bank Offers Zimbabwe Escape From IMF Debt Traps, Says Professor
17.10.2024
A Zimbabwean professor has highlighted the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB) as a crucial alternative to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), offering better financial terms to developing nations. He emphasized the NDB’s role in helping countries like Zimbabwe escape debt cycles and discussed...
BRICS Erodes US and EU Hegemony as Nations Seek Sovereignty and Equal Cooperation
15.10.2024
BRICS is undermining the hegemony of Washington and Brussels as nations increasingly seek equal dialogue and cooperation that prioritize their own interests, according to Russia’s State Duma speaker. He stressed that countries are moving away from serving the U.S. and its allies, instead...
BRICS Nations Set for 4.4% Growth in 2024-2025, Outpacing G7 Economies
11.10.2024
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has emphasized the rising influence of BRICS nations during a recent event, noting their projected economic growth of 4.4% in 2024-2025, compared to 1.7% for G7 countries. Siluanov highlighted BRICS’ growing share of global GDP, now at 36.7%, and...
BRICS Nations to Expand Use of National Currencies Through New Financial Platform
11.10.2024
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov announced new BRICS initiatives to increase the use of national currencies in trade, backed by financial infrastructure developments like a BRICS-wide platform and special clearing systems. This move aims to simplify transactions between member nations...
Russia-China Trade Grows Despite Global Challenges, Putin Highlights
2.10.2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin marked the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China by praising the solid partnership between Russia and China. He emphasized the resilience of their economic relationship and increasing trade despite international challenges. Putin also highlighted...
Bukele Highlights El Salvador’s Rebirth, Warns About Upcoming ‘New Dark Age’ at United Nations
27.9.2024
President Nayib Bukele highlighted El Salvador’s achievements since his first term, referring to the country’s economic revival and improved personal security before the United Nations General Assembly. Bukele also warned about worsening global conditions, stating that humanity...
Putin: BRICS Nations Developing Own Payment and Settlement System
27.9.2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin has revealed plans for an independent payment system in collaboration with BRICS nations to secure foreign trade transactions. This move reflects a strategic shift aimed at increasing Russia’s and BRICS’s autonomy in global trade amid broader economic...
Former Government Employees, Compliance Officers Rally for Detained Binance Executive
25.9.2024
A handful of former prosecutors and compliance professionals staged a protest in front of the United Nations General Assembly Wednesday
Argentina Rejects UN Pact for the Future as Milei Breaks With International Agenda
24.9.2024
The government of Argentina has refused to endorse the United Nations Pact for the Future, a framework that proposes solutions for “the biggest challenges of our time.” Foreign Minister Diana Mondino stated on Monday before the UN Assembly that these agendas weren’t binding and that Argentina...
Nayib Bukele meets Elon Musk at Tesla to discuss AI, future of humanity
21.9.2024
President Bukele visits Tesla to discuss the future of AI, Bitcoin, and El Salvador's emerging role in tech innovation with Elon Musk
Bhutan’s $750M revenue from Bitcoin mining sets model for developing nations
20.9.2024
Bhutan’s experience with mining Bitcoin could serve as a powerful example for other developing nations that seek to improve their economies.
Bhutan’s $750M revenue from Bitcoin mining sets model for developing nations
20.9.2024
Bhutan’s experience with mining Bitcoin could serve as a powerful example for other developing nations that seek to improve their economies.
UN Chief: Unregulated AI Threatens Democratic Systems
17.9.2024
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that unregulated artificial intelligence (AI) poses a risk to democratic systems, exacerbating disinformation and gender inequality. He urged countries to establish AI governance guidelines and promote responsible use. Guterres noted AI’s potential...
BRICS Gains Global Appeal as 34 Countries Show Interest, Putin Reveals
13.9.2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that 34 countries have shown interest in joining BRICS activities, highlighting the global appeal of the group. He detailed Russia’s role in facilitating the integration of new members, sharing updates on BRICS activities under Russia’s...
Beleaguered Libyan Central Bank Governor Flees Armed Militia
4.9.2024
Libya’s central bank governor, Sadiq al-Kabir, has fled the country due to threats and intimidation from armed militias. He claims that these actions are aimed at forcing him and other bank staff to return to work and comply with the interim Prime Minister’s attempts to replace him....
Payments in National Currencies Surge to 92% Among SCO Members
1.9.2024
Payments in national currencies among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) members have reportedly increased from 40% in 2022 to 92%, signaling a move away from reliance on the U.S. dollar. Similar to the BRICS economic bloc, the SCO, which includes Russia, China, India, and recently added Iran...
Hate speech and deepfakes threaten democracy and peace — UN secretary general
30.8.2024
The United Nations says the focus is on artificial intelligence for 2024’s “Day of Democracy.”