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Economics
Building the Shield: Private Companies on the Frontlines of Energy Sovereignty
In an era defined by volatile energy markets and escalating climate disasters, a nation's strength is no longer measured solely by its military might, but by its control over clean,…
Published on December 10, 2025
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Economics
Why inclusion is at the centre of the cashless economy debate
Within every great debate there are certain rigid facts. As the arguments on both sides evolve, it becomes clearer which points bend and which stubbornly endure. In the debate over
Published on February 7, 2022
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Science & Technology
Limiting the Spread of Microbes: The Role of Innovative Technologies such as Bioguard
When the Covid-19 pandemic first started gearing up early last year, people suddenly became very aware of what they touched and came in contact with. Everything from door handles to
Published on July 7, 2021
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Economics
Who is Metalu Plast, the French sports equipment manufacturer conquering cities and stadiums?
Metalu Plast is a sports equipment manufacturer taking its “Made in France” domestic successes to the international stage, most notably fitting stadiums during the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Published on September 14, 2020
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Business & Finance
Plastic industry sneaking into new markets: roads, banknotes or even braces
Few materials have conquered new market segments faster and more aggressively than plastic. The oil-based material, which didn’t even exist a century ago, is now found in virtually every corner…
Published on August 31, 2020
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Economics
Coronavirus fake news: the parallel pandemic
In tandem with the global coronavirus outbreak, misinformation and disinformation are wreaking havoc with efforts from authorities to provide accurate news and guidance. Not only are bad actors profiting from
Published on April 8, 2020
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Economics
“Cash is undeniably the most reliable means of payment in all circumstances.” Interview with Thomas Savare, Managing Director of Oberthur Fiduciaire
According to a September 2018 study, cybercrime will have generated 1.5 trillion dollars in 2018 and all figures are on the rise. In this context, what is the role of
Published on October 20, 2019
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World & Politics
Investments continue to flow into Cape Verde and exceed expectations of Minister of Finance Olavo Correia
Cape Verde has struck it big: after years of continuous growth, the latest economic revitalization reform is proving even more beneficial than the government had hoped. After the privatization of…
Published on August 26, 2019
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World & Politics
European defense: technological choices underlying political ones
Bundeskanzlerin Angela Merkel and President Emmanuel Macron have reinvigorated the age-old project of the United States of Europe and called for additional military integration within the European Union. So far,…
Published on June 11, 2019
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Science & Technology
Smart cities: “What the future holds is exciting!”, an interview with Carmen Munoz, CEO of French urban lighting company Citelum
Smart cities: “What the future holds is exciting!”, an interview with Carmen Munoz, CEO of French urban lighting company Citelum You have been operating internationally for a few years now,
Published on April 9, 2019
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Business & Finance
Arms Exports: Are the USA on the verge of losing leadership?
The Marshall plan had many facets. One of them was, of course, to pull Europe out of certain misery, which had already plunged the continent into chaos too many times…
Published on August 24, 2015
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World & Politics
Colombia bans aerial spray on cocaine fields
The active ingredient in the aerial spray could be carcinogenic, according to WHO report.
Published on May 16, 2015
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