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China asks Western leaders to meet with Xi Jinping in November, Bloomberg

China asks Western leaders to meet with Xi Jinping in November, Bloomberg

This meeting will follow a Communist Party of China meeting in the fall, at which Xi Jinping is likely to win support for a third five-year term. Wang, president of Beijing's Center for China and Globalization, said that a stable relationship between the countries would bring "net

"Planet of the Apes," or how the launch of the meta-universe by Otherside went

"Planet of the Apes," or how the launch of the meta-universe by Otherside went

The long-awaited launch of the metaverse was attended by 4,500 users, and Otherdeed's NFT project sales exceeded $1 billion. The demonstration of the Otherside Metaverse project, connected with the Bored Ape Yacht Club of Yuga Labs, was successful. The project proved to be competitive, and the company

Unicredit Bank will increase fees for cross-border SWIFT-transfers from July 29 - Frank RG

Unicredit Bank will increase fees for cross-border SWIFT-transfers from July 29 - Frank RG

The fee for cross-border transfers, including transfers through the SWIFT system, will be 3%: minimum - $60, maximum - $300. For transfers within the credit institution's system, a 2% commission will be charged, with a minimum of $60 and a maximum of $250.

Hyundai has released a "copy" of the Tesla - Reuters

Hyundai has released a "copy" of the Tesla - Reuters

* Hyundai Motor Co. on Thursday unveiled its first electric sedan, the Ioniq 6. The South Korean automaker expects the electric car to help it capture a larger share of the EV market, including poaching Tesla customers.

Inflation in Argentina hits 30-year high - Bloomberg

Inflation in Argentina hits 30-year high - Bloomberg

Consumer prices in Argentina rose in June at the fastest pace in more than three decades. The deterioration was expected after the resignation of the economy minister this month. Prices rose 5.3% in June compared to May, slightly less than analysts' forecast of 5.4%. On an annualized

The government exempted six machine-building companies from the excise tax on liquid steel

The government exempted six machine-building companies from the excise tax on liquid steel

The Ministry of Finance is not yet ready to cancel the excise tax for the entire industry, despite the drop in steel output amid sanctions and a stronger ruble. However, experts believe that the profitability of steel companies remains relatively high even in the current environment.

Rating of countries, where in the past six months, wealthy Russians often bought real estate led Turkey

Rating of countries, where in the past six months, wealthy Russians often bought real estate led Turkey

The second line in the ranking is the United Arab Emirates with a share of 17%, according to Forbes. The third most popular country was Thailand with a share of 16%. This destination is chosen by wealthy Russians who are interested not only in a residence permit, but also the

VK will let communities monetize live broadcasts, - RB

VK will let communities monetize live broadcasts, - RB

Users' viewing of advertisements before the live broadcast lasting up to 30 seconds will generate revenue for communities, the social network said. The new format will be available on the platform "VK Video" in broadcasts on the desktop and in the mobile version.

There is no need to vaccinate against smallpox now, - Rospotrebnadzor expert

There is no need to vaccinate against smallpox now, - Rospotrebnadzor expert

The most important thing is to observe precautionary measures, said Natalia Pshenichnaya, Deputy Director for Clinical and Analytical Work of the Central Research Institute of Epidemiology of Rospotrebnadzor. There is a risk of importation of new cases of monkeypox in Russia, taking into account that this is the period of

Any restrictions on Russian oil prices should include refined products - IEA Executive Director Birol

Any restrictions on Russian oil prices should include refined products - IEA Executive Director Birol

The IEA is working on a plan to coordinate a response to critical supply disruptions. Birol hopes that the G7 plan to impose price caps on Russian oil will gain support from several countries.