IonQ (NYSE: IONQ), the world’s leading quantum company, through its subsidiary ID Quantique (IDQ), today announced the deployment of Slovakia’s first national quantum communication network. Developed in partnership with the Institute of Physics, Slovak Academy of Sciences (IPSAS), the new system features a resilient hybrid architecture designed to strengthen the country’s cybersecurity infrastructure and support Europe’s quantum digital programs. The Slovak Quantum Communication Infrastructure...
Mastercard has grown its acceptance network across Africa by 45 per cent in 2025 – a major milestone that brings millions more consumers and small businesses into the continent’s fast-expanding digital economy. This accelerated progress underscores the strong advancement of digital payments, technology, and innovation in Africa—a transformation that traditionally would have taken several years to accomplish. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.busines...
Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY), together with its subsidiaries (‘the Group’), today reported record results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025/26, with overall group revenue reaching an all-time high of US$20.5 billion, up 15% year-on-year. Adjusted net income[1] grew 25% year-on-year to US$512 million, and adjusted net income margin expanded to 2.5%, driven by higher revenues. Together, these reflect the strength of the Group’s operational performance as they exclude the...
News organisations gather in Paris to collaborate on securing media provenance
It has never been more important to safeguard authentic news media, say the organisers.
Ant Group today announced major upgrades to its AI health app AQ, with a new Chinese name “Ant A-Fu.” The character “Fu” conveys good wishes and well-being, reflecting the app’s goal to promote better health and quality of life. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251215203213/en/Ant Group’s AI health app AQ features three core capabilities: health Q&A, AI health companion, and integrated health services. The upgraded ...
Copeland and Daikin, two global leaders in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions, today announced the expansion of their existing joint venture into Europe. Through this cooperation, the companies will introduce advanced inverter swing rotary compressors, power electronics and controls designed specifically for European residential heat pumps. This collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to accelerate the energy transition, with heat pumps recognized by industr...