Most Western companies and investment funds will have cut their ties with Russia in the last few years, but events there do have a bearing on the rest of the world so it is important to consider how events may unfold in the immediate future.  

The global mining and steel industry is entering a transformative decade—driven by decarbonization imperatives, automation technologies, and geopolitical realignments. According to BIS Research, the industry was valued at $875.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $1.45 trillion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 4.63%. From digital twin-powered mines to hydrogen-fueled furnaces, the future of metals and minerals is becoming smarter, cleaner, and more strategic. 

 Since the 1990s, the Mexican economy has been transformed from a closed introverted system relying on oil exports to an open export orientated powerhouse. Mexico is now by far the largest exporter of manufactures in Latin America and has the export profile of an advanced country. This is not to say that Mexico does not resemble its Latin American neighbors in many other ways such as large scale inequality and violence.

From morning commutes to cross-country freight movement, transportation systems are the arteries of modern society. But with urban populations surging and traffic congestion worsening, traditional infrastructure can no longer keep up. That’s where Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) come in—quietly but powerfully reshaping the future of how we move. 

In the age of instant answers from powerful AI, a pressing question has emerged in boardrooms and strategy sessions: Do we still need to invest in traditional market research reports?

What if cars didn’t have to end their lives at a junkyard? What if, instead of being scrapped, they were reborn—again and again? This is no longer a futuristic ideal, but a fast-evolving reality.

When we think of game-changing tech, our minds jump to AI, quantum computing, or maybe EVs. But one critical enabler often flies under the radar: data center cooling.

Imagine a battery that can adapt in real-time—changing its configuration based on performance needs, wear and tear, or energy demands. That’s no longer science fiction.

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its relentless march into every corner of industry, a quieter revolution is reshaping the foundations of computing—deep inside the world’s data centers.

As homeowners continue to blur the boundaries between indoor comfort and outdoor living, 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for backyard design. Today’s outdoor spaces are more cohesive, functional, and design-forward than ever.