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How one of the biggest ever IT outages hit businesses globally

Companies, banks and airlines worldwide have been hit by a major IT outage which caused massive disruption to a wide range of services. Here's a look at the businesses and sectors that have been impacted.

Business

How iFLYTEK is hoping to transform cross-border communication using AI

Vincent Zhan, Vice President of Consumer Business Group, iFLYTEK, spoke to Euronews’ Angela Barnes at GSMA MWC in Shanghai about its real-time translation advancements and smart use of virtual assistants.

Business

Whale Cloud reveals plan to revolutionise digital landscape with AI

George Zhao, Deputy CMO of Whale Cloud International, spoke to Euronews’ Angela Barnes at GSMA MWC in Shanghai about recent company advancements and recruiting European talent.

Business

HONOR CEO reveals phones to reduce eye strain and detect AI deepfakes

HONOR was among the global tech companies that gathered in Shanghai in China last week for GSMA Mobile World Congress (MWC) to showcase its latest mobile offerings. Euronews spoke to the group's CEO George Zhao at the event to hear more about its focus on AI.

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AI, future of 5G and challenges ahead dominate at GSMA MWC Shanghai

GSMA MWC Shanghai 2024 concluded with the show‘s largest ever international participation, welcoming nearly 40,000 attendees from a record 124 countries and territories for three days of innovation showcasing and collaboration.

Business

AI and the future of 5G in focus at GSMA MWC Shanghai

GSMA MWC Shanghai 2024 has returned this week with a focus on AI, the future of 5G and driving industry collaboration.

The Big Question

Smile! Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach discusses the future of payments

In this episode of The Big Question, Mastercard CEO, Michael Miebach, shares his view on the future of payments and whether Europe is prepared for AI cyber threats.

Economy

Eurozone economy growth thanks to increased household spending

In the first quarter of 2024, the eurozone economy grew by 0.3% compared with the previous quarter, according to the third estimate published by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.

Business

Capital Markets Union: What direction after the European elections?

A plan to unlock funding for Europe’s growth has been high on the political agenda for years although delivering a single financial market for capital across the continent is no easy task that will continue to challenge the next leadership.

Business

IBM announces plans to create 800 new high-tech jobs across Ireland

IBM has announced plans to create 800 new AI jobs across Ireland over the next three years as big tech companies continue to invest in the country.

Business

EasyJet share price sinks 6% as airline announces CEO will step down

Shares in budget airline EasyJet fell 6% on Thursday morning after it announced that its CEO will be stepping down.

Business

Rolls-Royce gets Poland's backing to build its nuclear power plants

The Polish government is supporting a plan from Rolls-Royce to build nuclear power plants in the country.

Business

European companies in China struggling to make money as growth slows

European companies in China are finding it harder to make money as growth slows and overcapacity pressures increase, according to a new survey by the EU Chamber of Commerce in China.

Business

Spanish government rejects BBVA bid to win over Sabadell shareholders

The Spanish government has rejected an offer by Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. (BBVA) to Banco Sabadell SA shareholders, sparking renewed discussions on banking consolidation within Europe.

Economy

Turkey inflation hits almost 70% in April dampening any rate cut hopes

Turkey’s inflation accelerated to 69.8% annually for the month of April, according to latest data from the Turkish Statistical Institute.

Business

Here's the two European countries with no female listed company CEOs

Two countries within the European Union have no females leading any listed company.

Business

France's Casino supermarket chain to cut 3,200 jobs following takeover

France's Casino supermarket chain is to cut between 1,300 and 3,200 jobs following its recent takeover by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky.

Markets

French lender BNP Paribas beats profit estimates as expenses decline

French lender BNP Paribas beats profit estimates for the first quarter (Q1) as expenses fell.

Markets

FTSE hits new record as Associated British Foods posts strong results

London's FTSE 100 hit an all-time high on Tuesday as traders digested latest economic data and positive corporate earnings from Primark owner Associated British Foods.

Markets

Gold and oil prices rise following reports of Israel strike on Iran

Oil prices rose on Friday morning with both Brent and US crude trading higher after Israel reportedly carried out a military attack on Iran.

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