Former NBA star and Chicago native Derrick Rose opened a one-day pop-up flower shop called "Rose's Flower Shop" on Jan. 2, 2025, at 350 N. State St. in downtown Chicago. The opening of the shop attracted thousands of fans who created a line stretching over several blocks. Many of them…

Equity markets are once again facing high volatility, which can be challenging for novice investors to understand and make decisions. The VIX index, often referred to as the "fear index", gained 9% during yesterday's session, confirming the nervousness in the market. How to react to this situation and what should…

Like this year, Apple plans to introduce a number of new products next year. It's already clear that, in addition to the expected 17 iPhones, we're going to see some other interesting electronics. Based on the available information and leaks, what exactly can we expect? New iPhone SE (4th generation)…

During December, there was a significant increase in bitcoin purchases by investors with accumulation wallets, who increased their purchases by 82.6%, adding more than 225,000 BTC to their portfolios. Despite rising demand and a reduction in available supply, the market remains nervous due to the correction and declining liquidity. This…

According to Jan Antos, Chief Technology Officer of Trask, a company focused on robotics, digitalization and artificial intelligence, we are looking at another year full of significant milestones in this area. Antoš says that Czechs have a good understanding of digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to be…

Home Alone has become one of the most iconic Christmas films, winning the hearts of audiences around the world year after year. The first and second episodes are two of the most popular stalwarts of television screens, but even though many people know them almost by heart, there are still…

Apple Inc., the global technology giant, faced an unusual challenge in 2010. It planned to build a new data center in Maiden, North Carolina, a key facility for its cloud services and data infrastructure. To complete the project, however, it needed to acquire land owned by Donnie and Kathy Fulbright.…

CATL, the world leader in electric vehicle batteries, has announced a revolutionary project that is set to dramatically improve the electric vehicle experience. Instead of waiting for a long time to recharge a battery, it will be possible to swap a dead battery for a fully charged one in just…

Two companies that could see significant growth potential in 2025 are Sirius XM and Symbotic. While they may have escaped more investor attention so far, both offer interesting opportunities in different market segments. Equity indices such as the Nasdaq Composite, S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average have recently reached…

Quantum computers have long been touted by the scientific community as a technology that could fundamentally change current computing. These computers, whose performance far exceeds the capabilities of today's devices, have seen a breakthrough with Google's new Willow quantum chip. In a test, this chip was able to solve an…

Healthy Meals, the second largest player in the ready-to-eat boxed meals market, plans to significantly expand its production and sales. It specialises in healthy and dietary food, which has gained popularity especially among residents of larger cities. The company has the ambition to become the market leader in the Czech…

At the end of November, Northvolt, a Swedish company specialising in batteries for electric vehicles, filed for protection from creditors in the United States. The move is intended to help the company overcome its financial difficulties and enable it to restructure. However, this situation could have a negative impact on…

Cashless payments are growing in popularity in the Czech Republic, with approximately 80% of the population preferring them. However, ATMs for cash withdrawals still hold their ground. However, many are unaware of the potential pitfalls associated with withdrawing money, particularly the fees that may be charged. ATM withdrawals may not…

In China's Hunan province, geologists have discovered an extraordinarily large gold deposit containing more than 1 000 tonnes of the precious metal. The discovery could have a major impact on the global gold market, as estimates suggest that the value of these reserves exceeds USD 87 billion. The discovery, reported…

Romania's Constitutional Court is due to decide after the weekend whether to annul the results of the first round of the presidential election. One of the unsuccessful candidates has filed a complaint, which has already led to an order for a recount. Meanwhile, nationalist politician Calin Georgescu and Elena Lasconi,…

Investors usually purchase shares with the expectation that their value will grow along with the company's growth and profitability. However, shares can also bring other benefits. As companies mature and stabilize their business, they often pay out a portion of their profits to shareholders through dividends. The most attractive companies…

The Friend virtual pendant, due to be launched in 2025, was designed to offer users a new level of interaction with artificial intelligence, according to its creators. The device, which is intended to act as an "AI friend", promises pleasant conversations, emotional support and even helpful advice. However, Friend has…

Rising costs for businesses: higher premiums from 2025 and changes to the system From next year, entrepreneurs will face a significant increase in compulsory levies. The biggest increases will be in social insurance, which covers pensions, and in health insurance. Self-employed people using the flat-rate tax will also face a…