EconomyChina's market is crucial for Swedish agriculture to grow and develop, according to Lantmännen.
Economy
Record layoffs as AI takes over jobs in the US
EconomyThe US technology and warehouse sectors are experiencing record job losses linked to AI adoption.
Meta earns billions from fraudulent ads
EconomyTen percent of Meta's revenue came from fraudulent ads in 2024.
Historically weak economy for small businesses in Sweden
EconomyProfitability is falling and six out of ten are worried about the future.
China pauses export ban on critical raw materials after summit meeting
EconomyThe US is lowering tariffs in exchange for Chinese measures against fentanyl and energy purchases.
German companies pressured by Chinese demands for trade secrets
EconomyChina's demands for corporate data create concern within German economy and industry.
Cartoon of the week
Climate alarmist Al Gore takes over struggling Stegra
EconomyQuestioned Swedish steel project in jeopardy - notorious Al Gore's Just Climate becomes new main owner.
China surpasses US as Germany’s largest trading partner
Economy"There is no question that U.S. tariff and trade policy is an important reason for the decline in sales", states the German Foreign Trade Association (BGA).
Matrix 8 Pro with GrapheneOS delivers top-class security, privacy and performance
TechWorld-class hardware – acclaimed for its display, camera, and performance – meets the world’s most secure mobile OS. The best of both worlds.
The risk became too great: Swedish companies abandon low-cost countries
EconomyGeopolitical uncertainty and increasing protectionism are reshaping corporate strategies for international expansion.
AI boom strengthens the Swedish krona
EconomyThe Swedish krona is the strongest European currency against the weak dollar so far this year.
From trade war to industrial warfare – the battle for rare earth metals
EconomyRare earth elements are found in everything from your phone to fighter jets – now control over them has become the new geopolitical battleground.
Bitcoin reaches new record – surpasses $125,000 in value
EconomyThe cryptocurrency rose to a new record of $125,689 on Sunday, driven by a broader risk rally and concerns surrounding the US government shutdown.
Gold prices at record levels
EconomyExperts warn of volatility and risk of sudden price drops.
China plans fully AI-controlled economy by 2035
EconomyAI technology is expected to reach a 90 percent adoption rate by 2030 and practically become a new type of infrastructure in China.
Chinese EVs outsell Tesla
EconomyTesla's sales have decreased by 36 percent in Europe.
Arms industry surges on stock market after Trump’s statements
EconomyPresident's statements about shooting down Russian aircraft and continuing to deliver weapons to Europe cause military industry stock prices to rise sharply.
FUTO – the obvious choice for privacy-friendly voice and text input on mobile devices
TechDitch Google's input apps and keep what you type and speak private on your phone.
Putin’s advisor: The US is conspiring with crypto and gold
EconomyThe gigantic national debt of 35 trillion dollars is set to decrease dramatically through calculated market manipulation, according to Anton Kobyakov.
Trump threatens new tariffs in retaliation for “discriminatory” tech taxes
Economy"Digital taxes and digital market regulations are all designed to harm, or discriminate against American technology", the president states.
Swedes to cover Ukraine’s budget deficit
EconomyThe Swedish government repeats the message that it "will stand behind Ukraine through thick and thin for as long as needed".
Swedish postal service halts US deliveries amid regulatory uncertainty
EconomyPostNord, Bring and DHL halt package deliveries to USA after months of waiting for information on new customs rules – Swedish small businesses hit hard.
Record high unemployment among university graduates in Sweden
EconomyMore highly educated Swedes are becoming trapped in long-term unemployment.
Halted nuclear power sends Swedish electricity prices soaring
EconomyHouseholds pay the price when three of six nuclear reactors stand idle.
Bitcoin hits new record – market value surpasses Google
EconomyThe cryptocurrency reached a historic peak of over $124,000 during Wednesday evening, making bitcoin the fifth largest asset in the world.
Nvidia and AMD to pay 15 percent of China revenues to US
EconomyMajor chip manufacturers have entered into an unusual agreement with the Trump administration to secure export licenses for the Chinese market.
Organic Maps – the map app that doesn’t map you
TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
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