Oct. 31, 2025 /Mpelembe Mdia/ — A June 2025 report commissioned by Google that examines the near-term evolution of video buying within media agencies. The report argues that the function of TV/Video buying is becoming increasingly complex, driven by evolving definitions of “TV,” the rise of digital and connected TV (CTV), and marketers’ growing demands for customisation, flexibility, and performance-based outcomes. Continue reading
PntGuard™ is a new maritime security solution designed to combat Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) spoofing and jamming at sea. Developed through a collaboration between Tschudi Shipping Company, NAL Research, and SGM Technology AS, PntGuard provides vessels with authenticated, true position data even when other bridge systems are compromised by malicious electronic warfare. The source emphasises that the increasing threat of GNSS disruption poses significant risks to maritime safety and compliance, potentially leading to collisions, sanctions violations, and insurance disputes. PntGuard leverages the Iridium® low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network to deliver a highly resilient signal, offering a standalone navigational aid that instantly alerts crews to position falsification and provides the vessel’s true track in real-time. Continue reading
Electreon reaches a significant milestone in electric vehicle technology, announcing the successful launch of the world’s first highway stretch that wirelessly charges vehicles in motion near Paris, France. This achievement, part of the “Charge As You Drive” project led by VINCI Autoroutes, confirms that Electreon’s technology can provide dynamic charging at highway speeds for various vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks. Independent testing verified the system’s high-power transfer capabilities, proving it can provide twice the power needed for a fully loaded truck, positioning this as a scalable model to support France’s Electric Road System roadmap for decarbonising freight and logistics. Continue reading
The analysis, which examined over ten thousand job postings, found a surprisingly low demand for AI-ready workers, with only 11 per cent of positions mentioning AI, suggesting a potential disconnect between corporate AI ambition and practical implementation. Furthermore, the report highlights an expensive “fire-to-hire cycle” among these top companies, noting that mass layoffs are prevalent but do not appear to be primarily aimed at building a more AI-ready workforce. The source includes commentary from Orgvue’s Chief Product Officer, Jessica Modrall, who asserts that while AI will transform the workforce, many organizations are mistakenly assuming it will simply replace staff. Continue reading
The warning is based on a new white paper, “Hacienda vs. The People,” which exposes how the Spanish Tax Authority (Hacienda) allegedly uses the Impatriate tax regime, known as the “Beckham Law,” as a predatory scheme, enticing foreign talent with guaranteed favourable tax treatment only to retroactively deny the certificates and impose massive tax demands. Furthermore, Amsterdam & Partners has sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Treasury expressing concern that Hacienda’s use of Chinese state-owned Huawei servers risks compromising U.S. taxpayer data shared by the Internal Revenue Service. The report highlights that this systemic extortion is driven by an unethical bonus system that rewards tax inspectors based on revenue collection and sanctions. Continue reading
A new whitepaper from Wirex, a global stablecoin payments platform, forecasts a €1 trillion stablecoin market in Europe. The report, titled ‘Status of Digital Payments: Italy and Europe under MiCAR’, predicts that the European Union’s new MiCAR regulatory framework will propel significant growth in euro-denominated stablecoins and facilitate the rise of “agentic payments”, which are AI- and smart-contract-driven autonomous transactions. Wirex argues that MiCAR will act as a catalyst for innovation, leading to the emergence of stablecoin-native neobanks that offer programmable accounts and combine the programmability of crypto with regulated finance. Continue reading
This research indicates that employees who utilise artificial intelligence (AI) are saving an average of 7.5 hours per week, which is the equivalent of one full workday, equating to substantial productivity gains. A critical finding is that two-thirds of employees (68%) have not received AI training, leaving potential efficiency unrealised. The study emphasises that training, not generational cohort, is the key determinant of AI success, noting that trained Gen X employees outperform untrained Gen Z employees in AI benefits.Continue reading
Global Action to End Smoking has completed and gifted the Global Action Agricultural Transformation Centre to the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) in Malawi. This state-of-the-art facility is intended to support the transition of smallholder farmers away from tobacco cultivation towards more economically and environmentally sustainable crops like soybeans and groundnuts. As Malawi’s economy heavily relies on tobacco, the initiative acknowledges that reducing tobacco demand necessitates supporting farmers through agricultural transformation to avoid negative economic consequences. Continue reading
Oct. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Zulu is a Zambian lawyer and politician with a significant background in both law and public service.
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