Bell tops Canadian telecom ranking, climbs to 15th globally
Bell Canada has ranked as the most valuable telecom brand in Canada in 2026, according to the latest Brand Finance Telecoms 150 and Global 500 reports. The Montreal-based carrier climbed from 20th globally last year to 15th, overtaking domestic rivals in a tightly contested market. The milestone reflects a broader reshuffling among Canada’s largest telecom […]
Cuba’s blackout crisis accelerates China-backed solar push
Cuba is facing widespread and prolonged blackouts as fuel shortages linked to U.S. pressure disrupt its electricity supply. At the same time, the country is undergoing one of the fastest solar expansions globally, driven by surging imports of Chinese panels and investment in new solar parks. The energy crisis has exposed the fragility of Cuba’s […]
Tech layoffs surge again in 2026
Global tech layoffs have surged again in 2026, with more than 100,000 jobs already cut by early May. Roughly 81,700 of those cuts occurred in the first quarter alone, the highest quarterly total since early 2023. This was followed by another 20,000 layoffs in the opening weeks of the second quarter, according to data compiled […]
Majority of Americans say AI is moving too fast, poll finds
Most Americans are concerned about how artificial intelligence will affect the economy and jobs, according to a new Economist/YouGov poll. A majority of 71 per cent say the pace of AI development is moving too fast, reflecting unease about how quickly the technology is advancing. The survey shows that pessimism outweighs optimism when it comes […]