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BRICS Millionaire Population To Surge By 85% Over Next Decade, Challenging G7 Dominance: Analyst
The BRICS nations are set to witness a significant surge in their millionaire population over the next decade, potentially challenging the dominance of the G7 countries.
'Not An Afrikaner:' Elon Musk Sets Record Straight On South African Heritage, With An Interesting Link To 'LOTR' Author JRR Tolkien
Musk asserted his roots are of British/English descent, drawing a parallel with "Lord Of The Rings" author J.R.R. Tolkien, who was also born in South Africa.
South Africa's Financial Regulator To Discuss 36 Crypto Licenses On Dec. 12
South Africa's crypto space is expected to transform for the better since there will be a lesser number of unbacked crypto assets in the upcoming year through licensing crypto companies.
BRICS Alliance Explores Expansion Amid Shifting World Order: Investors Eye These 5 ETFs
Several nations are on the radar for BRICS membership, with Argentina, Egypt, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Iran at the forefront.
After China's G7 Challenge, BRICS Bank Eyes Cutting Dollar Reliance With South African, Brazilian Currency Loans
The NDB emphasized that this initiative seeks to mitigate exchange rate risks and the impact of U.S. interest rate fluctuations.
Xi Jinping's China Urges BRICS For All-Out Economic War Against G7 Nations
China wants to expand BRICS' membership so that the group has a similar share of global GDP as the G7, report says.
BRICS Emerges As New Global Powerhouse, US Dollar Faces Uncertain Future
The BRICS alliance, an association of the five major emerging economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is witnessing an increasing number of nations showing interest in joining its ranks.
'No Option' But To Arrest Vladimir Putin If The Russian President Attends BRICS Summit: Report
South Africa would have “no option” but to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin, a senior government official said, if he attends the BRICS economic bloc in August in person.
BRICS Currency Rising? 19 Countries Desperate To Join The Powerhouse Group
As the BRICS coalition of nations prepares for its upcoming annual summit in South Africa, 19 countries have shown interest in becoming members of the group.
South Africa Gives Green Light To Microsoft-Activision Blizzard Merger
Microsoft Corp.'s (NASDAQ: MSFT) bid to acquire Activision Blizzard Inc (NASDAQ: ATVI) has taken a significant step forward as the Competition Commission of South Africa (CCSA) has given its ap
New World Currency? Here Are 3 Reasons Why The US Dollar Isn't Going Away, Despite BRICS Ambitions
The prospect of a new world currency has been gaining traction, with the BRICS alliance exploring the idea of an innovative currency. The group of nations plans to share proposals at a forthcoming summit in South Africa, which has led to discussions on the potential impact on the U.S.
Hold Onto Your Wallets — A New World Currency Could Be In The Making, Courtesy Of BRICS Nations
The BRICS alliance is exploring the creation of an innovative currency, with plans to share proposals on its establishment at the forthcoming summit in South Africa, according to Alexander Babakov, deputy chai
YouTube Star MrBeast Gifts Shoes To Thousands Of Children In Need In Latest Video
A YouTube star known for handing out large sums of money and high-value prizes to unsuspecting subscribers has been using his platform for more charitable acts over the last year or so. In his latest video, he found a way to put shoes on the feet of thousands of children in need.
Can Cannabis Wean Chronic Pain Patients Off Opioids? South African Clinical Trial Aims To Find Out
South Africa is looking for 300 participants to take part in a first-ever cannabis trial that will examine the plant’s potential as an effective alternative treatment for chronic pain among patients currently using opioids. Results of this year-long study being undertaken by the Cannabis Research Institute of South Africa (CRI) are
South Africa Looks To Regulate Crypto As A Financial Asset: What You Need To Know
The South African Reserve Bank announced plans to initiate cryptocurrency regulations in 2023 in order to classify and treat digital currencies as financial assets.
Science Wednesday: Creating Prosthetics With 3D Printing; Who Is Killing South Africa's Great White Sharks?
This week in Benzinga’s Science Wednesday, we visit with a 3D printing company involved in the manufacturing of prosthetics for the U.S. health care industry, and we consider environmental concerns involving great white sharks off the South African coast and at-risk species in southern Georgia.
US Watchdog Charges South African Bitcoin Club With $1.7B Fraud
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Vladimir Putin Says Trade With China, India, Brazil And South Africa Has Jumped 38% Amid Western Sanctions
Russia on Wednesday said its trade with China, India, Brazil, and South Africa jumped over 38% in the first three months of the year, despite the "politically motivated sanctions" from the West.
Chinese Demand For Exotic Cures Has Donkey Population Plunging In South Africa
The rising demand in China for a gelatin called "ejiao," obtained from donkeys, has pushed South Africa's humbler creature population to plunge.
NY Times Questions How Elon Musk Was Shaped By Childhood In Apartheid South Africa: What You Need To Know
The New York Times (NYSE: NYT) took aim at Elon Musk Thursday morning with an article speculating on how his formative years in apartheid-era South Africa might frame his ability to run Twitter
Could South Africa's 'Savage Beauty' Be Netflix's Next International Hit? How Important Is Growth In Africa For Streamer?
After hitting a massive number of domestic subscribers, Netflix Inc (NASDAQ: NFLX) has turned its attention to growing its international audience.
South African Cannabis Firm Cilo Cybin To List On JSE As It Launches First Range Of CBD Products
South Africa has emerged as another burgeoning cannabis market, even though marijuana use remains taboo among a vast majority of the country’s population. Still, an increasing number of consumers are becoming more open to the idea of cannabis use.
Analysis: 5 Major Economies Whose Leaders Refuse To Condemn Putin's Invasion Of Ukraine
In the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, U.S.