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The Three Gorges Dam: A Giant Brake on Our Planet
... hydroelectric station and a point of pride for China. Its construction spanned from 1994 to 2012, requiring colossal resources and investments in energy, displacing approximately 1.3 million people, and resulting in the flooding of extensive territories. The ... ... naturally. Now, this slowdown has been contributed to by the Chinese hydropower station.
Geophysical Consequences and Long-Term Risks
What geophysical consequences could arise from such a tiny yet symbolic slow down? A shift of the Earth’s axis by a couple ...
Singles' Day in China: Impact on the Stock Market and Global Economy
... activity in China, which influences commodity markets and export-dependent companies. High sales volumes on this day signal stable demand, supporting companies tied to the export of goods and resources.
Russian investors may also consider short-term investments in major Chinese companies, anticipating that strong Singles' Day results will reflect positively on their stock prices. It is essential, however, to consider risks related to currency fluctuations and geopolitical factors that could affect trade with China.
Singles' Day in China is more than just a shopping event—it’s a significant economic indicator that can impact stock and commodity markets worldwide....
Gaming Industry and NFTs
... blockchain tokens into their products. For instance, Square Enix has stated that it intends to make NFTs a part of its games and is investing in relevant projects. Overall, there is a growing expectation in the video game industry that this technology will open ... ... fraud involving gaming NFTs? Currently, neither the industry nor lawmakers have articulated clear answers to these challenges.
Risks and Challenges for the Industry
Economic Volatility:
the value of gaming tokens is unstable and dependent on the situation ...
Tokenization of Money and Assets: New Horizons and Challenges for the Financial System
... assets to be divided into smaller, investable units accessible to individuals with varying levels of capital, democratizing investment opportunities and creating a more diversified capital market.
Cross-Border Payments and Settlements
Tokenization offers ... ... Compliance
Effective tokenization requires a comprehensive legal framework and standards governing token usage. Without these, risks of fraud and unauthorized asset usage could undermine the system. The BIS report underscores the importance of collaboration ...
Russia has restricted the export of enriched uranium to the US: what this means for both countries and possible consequences
... sources, the process of replacing supplies may not be easy.
Energy security threats. Restricting Russian exports creates the risk of a shortage of enriched uranium, which could lead to higher electricity prices and, as a result, higher costs for industrial ... ... States will need to conclude new contracts with alternative uranium suppliers, such as Kazakhstan, Canada or Australia, and also invest in the development of its own production. However, increasing supplies will take time and significant capital investment....