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Samsung Electronics has announced the mass production of its latest one-terabit quad-level cell (QLC) 9th-generation vertical NAND (V-NAND), marking another milestone in its leadership of the advanced memory technology market. This development follows the production of its triple-level cell (TLC) 9th-generation V-NAND earlier this year, solidifying the company’s position in high-capacity, high-performance NAND flash technology. The new QLC V-NAND represents a significant leap in technological innovation, combining several breakthroughs that are expected to meet the growing demands of AI-driven applications. SungHoi Hur, Executive Vice President and Head of Flash Product & Technology at Samsung, described the mass production as a…

Goldpac has teamed up with Käfer to offer an innovative and interactive photocard issuance experience at this year’s Seamless Europe conference. Located at booth B36, visitors will be immersed in a neon arcade-themed environment that combines gamification with card issuance. Attendees will have the opportunity to create and receive an eco-friendly photocard crafted from repurposed coffee grounds. This unique card not only serves as a memorable souvenir but also offers a practical benefit: a discount on coffee at Käfer outlets within the venue. This initiative is designed to enhance the visitor experience by providing both a tangible reward and a…

Panini’s Premier League Adrenalyn XL™ Official Trading Card Game returns for the 2024/25 football season, boasting a full re-design that promises to be bigger, better, and more exhilarating than ever before. With fresh card categories, new materials, and more autographs, the collection has quickly become a must-have for collectors and football enthusiasts alike. This year’s edition features 18 all-new special card categories, including exciting additions such as Model Pros, Breakthroughs, Hypersonic, Relentless, and the ultra-rare Invincible cards. These categories are designed to capture the best moments and talents the Premier League has to offer, giving fans more ways to celebrate…

A new report by Juniper Research, a leading authority on fintech markets, predicts that the number of cards issued via modern card platforms will nearly double from 748 million in 2024 to 1.4 billion by 2029. This sharp increase is attributed to the growing adoption of API-driven platforms that allow for instant issuance of payment cards, a significant shift that traditional banks must embrace to keep pace with the agility of digital-only competitors. The report, titled Global Modern Card Issuing Platforms Market 2024-2029, highlights the need for established financial institutions to adapt swiftly to these platforms, enabling them to respond…

The salvage operation for the MV Sounion, a Greek-owned oil tanker burning in the Red Sea, has been called off due to unsafe conditions, according to the European Union’s naval mission in the region. The tanker, which was hit by projectiles fired by Yemen’s Houthi movement on 21 August, continues to burn on its deck nearly two weeks after the attack. The MV Sounion, carrying approximately one million barrels of crude oil, was abandoned by its crew after the assault, which included explosives being detonated onboard. This has raised concerns about a potential environmental catastrophe if the situation worsens. Despite…

The UK government has recently unveiled a substantial £22 billion financial shortfall in the nation’s public finances, a figure it claims to have inherited from the previous Conservative administration. This revelation has led to significant budgetary cuts and heightened economic scrutiny. The £22 billion deficit was disclosed in a Treasury audit published at the end of July, shortly after Labour took office. The audit highlighted several areas of overspend, including public sector wage increases, unplanned expenses related to the asylum system, and military aid to Ukraine. The figure has been used by ministers to justify a reduction in winter fuel…

China has initiated a formal investigation into Canadian canola imports, heightening trade tensions between the two nations. This move, which could potentially lead to new tariffs on a vital Canadian export, follows Canada’s recent decision to impose new border taxes on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel, and aluminium. The investigation into Canadian canola comes just a week after Canada announced tariffs on various Chinese goods. Beijing has also announced its intention to challenge these tariffs at the World Trade Organization (WTO), labelling them as “discriminatory” and “unilateral”. The Canadian Minister of Agriculture expressed significant concern over China’s decision, stating that the…

A staggering $279 billion was wiped off Nvidia’s value following a massive sell-off in the US stock market. Nvidia, a leader in artificial intelligence technology, saw its shares plummet by 9.5%, pulling down the index of 30 leading US semiconductor companies by a sharp 7.8%. This drop came on the back of disappointing manufacturing data and economic uncertainty. The sell-off came just days after Nvidia revealed its quarterly results, which, despite showing a doubling in sales, failed to meet investor expectations. Tuesday’s trading marked one of the most significant declines since early August, with all three major Wall Street indices…

Volkswagen’s electric vehicle brand, Cupra, is facing a critical threat from proposed European Union tariffs on imports from China. The 21.3% tariff, introduced as part of the EU’s strategy to protect its car industry, could severely undermine the Cupra brand, which is a subsidiary of Volkswagen. According to Wayne Griffiths, CEO of both Seat and Cupra, the proposed tariffs could result in significant financial losses for the company, potentially wiping out its all-electric models. Cupra’s all-electric SUV, the Tavascan, designed in Spain but manufactured in China, is priced at around €52,000 (£43,800). Griffiths has stressed that increasing the price of…

Tombola, the Sunderland-based online gambling company, has achieved remarkable financial success for the year 2023. In its latest filing with Companies House, the firm disclosed a record revenue of £201.6 million, alongside a pre-tax profit of £50.7 million. This marks a significant improvement compared to previous reporting periods, showcasing the company’s rapid growth. Previously, Tombola adjusted its financial year to align with that of its parent company, Flutter Entertainment. This led to an eight-month reporting period ending in 2022, during which Tombola generated £117.4 million in revenue and posted a pre-tax profit of £25 million. By comparison, the full 12-month…