Graphene is the new wonder material transforming the energy sector

Since its discovery in 2004, graphene has promised to become the world’s next wonder material. For the energy sector, it could unlock new possibilities for power generation, storage and infrastructure

Cleaning up crypto’s dirty legacy

Bitcoin mining may have created a new class of crypto millionaires, but the industry’s vast energy usage and carbon footprint is having a detrimental effect on the planet

The unexpected environmental drawbacks of concentrated solar power plants

The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System is a huge facility that produces power for thousands of homes. Unfortunately, there have also been some unintended negative consequences

Neo Lithium is mining success in South America’s lithium triangle

Embarking on a new mining project can be an exciting and fruitful enterprise, but understanding and limiting the risk factors requires careful planning

China dispatches government officials to Alibaba and other private companies

Government officials are being assigned to some of China’s largest corporations as the state moves to exert greater control over the private sector and maintain its dominance over entrepreneurs

Start-up WeWork postpones IPO amid valuation concerns

The American real estate company has had to withdraw its IPO in an embarrassing U-turn

Argentina’s Kaszek Ventures raises $600m in boost to Latin American start-ups

As Latin America’s start-up scene ignites, Kaszek Ventures hopes to fan the flames by utilising the improved infrastructure the region has enjoyed in recent years

Apple set for new sales in India as foreign direct investment rules are relaxed

Apple and other tech giants will begin selling their products online in the Indian market, thanks to changes to the country’s foreign direct investment rules and a reform of its manufacturing restrictions

Why the Airbus A380 failed to take off

When it was first announced in 2005, the Airbus A380 was supposed to represent the future of flying. Now, after just 12 years in service, the aircraft is being discontinued as the industry moves towards a no-frills approach

The attention economy commodifies human engagement, but it’s difficult to monetise

Instead of cash, many modern consumers are using their attention to show brands appreciation and loyalty. However, it’s an immaterial metric that is difficult to monetise

China plans to breed stink bug army to fight crop infestations

As the fall armyworm, a crop-devouring caterpillar, spreads across China’s farmlands, the country’s scientists plan to use an army of stink bugs to battle the pests

Medical research is conducted in developing countries to avoid ethics legislation

‘Ethics dumping’ is a nefarious practice that perpetuates the inequality between developed and emerging economies in the scientific and medical research sectors. The EU is now taking steps to stamp it out for good