Wikipedia has signed contracts with Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, Perplexity, and Mistral AI to provide data for AI. The Wikimedia Foundation is monetizing its content for AI developers, ensuring access to its knowledge base.
US stock indices resumed growth on January 15 after a two-day decline. This happened thanks to a positive report from TSMC and lower oil prices.
Pinterest introduced Palette 2026, a selection of five colors that will shape visual trends next year. The palette is based on user search behavior and service analytics.
Asset sustainability integrates energy efficiency and waste reduction into operations to lower risks and improve cost efficiency. This approach aligns with ESG requirements and strengthens competitive advantage.
Over 70% of women face the problem of choosing the wrong eyeshadow. Choosing an eyeshadow palette is an investment in beauty and confidence.
The violation of state sovereignty and norms of international law, initiated by the annexation of Crimea in 2014, is becoming a dangerous global trend. International institutions, particularly the UN, are losing their ability to effectively prevent conflicts.
Goldman Sachs forecasts a gradual decline in oil prices in 2026 due to rising supply. The bank expects prices to reach lows of $54/$50 per barrel for Brent/WTI in Q4.
A 2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri supercar with 441 km on the odometer has been sold for $700,000. This confirms its status as a valuable collectible asset due to the uncertain future of V12 engines.
Google is expanding Gemini's functionality, allowing users to purchase products from Walmart, Shopify, and other retailers directly within the chat. This feature, introduced on January 11, enables instant payment for purchases without navigating to third-party websites.
Asian tech giants started 2026 with a strong surge, outperforming American competitors in the field of artificial intelligence. The region's key technology index rose by 6%, three times more than the Nasdaq 100.
Nvidia and Tesla have different approaches to autonomous driving: Nvidia introduced the open Alpamayo model with explainable AI capabilities, while Tesla uses a closed end-to-end system. Mercedes-Benz plans to integrate Alpamayo into its vehicles by the end of 2026.
Peridot, a cocktail bar, has opened on the 38th floor of The Henderson skyscraper in Hong Kong. The establishment stands out with its "neon-green" interior and unique cocktails.
For the first time, K-pop artists and projects have received nominations in the "Big Four" Grammy categories. Rosé and Bruno Mars are nominated for "Record of the Year" and "Song of the Year," and the group Katseye for "Best New Artist."
Apple Inc. shares fell for the eighth consecutive session on January 9, approaching their longest losing streak since 1991. Investors are concerned about the company's lagging position in the AI race and rising component costs.
Google's parent company, Alphabet, has surpassed Apple in market value for the first time in seven years, reaching $3. 88 trillion. This was due to Google's investments in AI and a decline in Apple's stock.
In 2025, the State Employment Service provided jobs for over 315,000 people, and a total of 640,000 Ukrainians used its services. During the year, 192,000 vacancies were posted, 63.3% of which were filled.
A 53-year-old Italian, who expressed pro-Russian views and justified Russia's aggression, was not allowed into Ukraine. He was banned from entering the country for three years after an incident on a bus where he called Ukraine a "bad country."
The story of Rocco, an Italian who declared his love for Putin on a bus to Ukraine, has gained widespread attention. Daria Melnychenko's post about the incident garnered over a million views, sparking a strong reaction and a wave of memes on social media.
Nvidia is launching a new Vera Rubin computing platform in early 2026. It will include six chips that will form one AI supercomputer and will provide five times more computing resources for AI training than Blackwell.
AMD announced new Ryzen AI 400 Series and Ryzen 7 9850X3D processors at CES 2026, expanding its AI PC lineup. The new chips offer improved multitasking and content creation speed, as well as updated Redstone ray tracing technology.
The joint venture Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) presented a new Afeela electric vehicle prototype at CES in Las Vegas. The production model Afeela 1 will begin to be delivered to customers in California at the end of 2026, with sales expanding to Arizona in 2027.
Asian stock markets opened higher, with the MSCI index for global equities reaching an all-time high. This happened amid the capture of Nicolás Maduro by US forces and rising oil prices and PDVSA default bonds.
Kia's global sales in 2025 increased by two percent, reaching 3. 13 million units, but the company did not meet its target. The most popular models were the Sportage, Seltos, and Sorento, and the company plans to sell 3.35 million vehicles by the end of this year.
Gold and silver prices surged on January 5 after the detention of Nicolas Maduro by US forces. Gold surpassed $4370 per ounce, and silver reached $73.32, linked to the escalating geopolitical situation.
K-pop group BTS will return to the stage as a full group on March 20, 2026. This will happen after an almost four-year hiatus, during which all members completed their military service.
The finale of "Stranger Things" grossed over $25 million, and possibly even $30 million, in cash from cinemas for screenings on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Of this amount, $15 million was earned by the No. 1 cinema chain, AMC Theaters, from an attendance of 753,000 people.
In December, new Tesla car registrations fell by two-thirds in France and Sweden. At the same time, sales in Norway increased by 89%, setting a new annual record.
The abbreviation "6-7" topped Lake Superior State University's 50th annual "List of Banished Words. " This viral word, popular among Generation Z, has been deemed meaningless and should be removed from the lexicon.
Bloomberg presented a review of the 11 most anticipated hotel properties scheduled to open in 2026. The list includes private island resorts and renovated historic palaces in major metropolises.
Uzhhorod has become the most expensive city in Ukraine in terms of the average cost of apartment rental, surpassing Kyiv and Lviv. The average rental price in Uzhhorod is 21,300 hryvnias per month, which is 12% more.
