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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices

TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform

With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience

Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New

CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution

Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends

Brazil Solar Mega-Project Studies Bitcoin Mining Plan

TLDR Engie received full commercial approval for the Assu Sol solar complex in Brazil on February 13, 2026. The project has a peak capacity of 895 MWp and includes 16 plants with over 1.5 million panels. Brazil has faced recurring curtailment since 2023 due to grid bottlenecks and excess renewable generation. Engie is studying Bitcoin

Brazil Backs a R$1.08M Bitcoin Orchestra That Turns Live BTC Prices Into Real-Time Music

Key Takeaways: Brazil approved a R$1.08 million ($197,000) tax-incentivized project that converts live Bitcoin price data into orchestral music. A custom algorithm will translate Bitcoin price movements and volatility into melody, rhythm, and tempo during a live performance in Brasília. The initiative highlights how crypto market data can power cultural experiences, not just financial products.

Kalshi Eyes Brazil Expansion, Testing the Line Between Betting and Finance

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Brazil weighs visa-free travel for Chinese nationals to capture booming outbound market

Brazil is preparing to waive visa requirements for Chinese citizens travelling for tourism and business, local media reported on Wednesday citing government sources, in a move that would mark a significant shift in policy and deepen ties with its largest trading partner. According to local newspaper Valor Economico, the decision reflects a growing view within

From Kuwait to Brazil: Inside the network behind real-time robotic surgery

phonlamaiphoto - stock.adobe.com Zain Omantel International and Zain Kuwait deliver ultra-low latency network enabling live telesurgery between Kuwait and Brazil, highlighting the role of advanced connectivity in digital healthcare transformation By Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly Published: 18 Dec 2025 10:15 Zain Omantel International (ZOI), working alongside Zain Kuwait and a consortium of healthcare and

Brazil Women Secure DLS Victory Over Nigeria at Kwibuka T20I

Brazil Women clinched a narrow 5-run win over Nigeria Women via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method in a rain-affected match at the Kwibuka Women’s T20 tournament on Wednesday at the Gahanga International Cricket Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 93 set by Nigeria, Brazil were 59 for 4 when rain halted play. With no possibility of

Brazil vs. Venezuela 2025 Copa América Femenina Highlights | FOX Soccer

Soccer Check out the highlights from the CONMEBOL Copa América Femenina group stage match between Brazil vs. Venezuela. 23 HOURS AGO・Copa América Femenina・12:07 ...

Brazil breaks out in a rash over life-like doll craze

By Carlos Fabal with Lucía LacurciaAFP·28 May, 2025 07:12 PM4 mins to readBrazilian YouTuber Gabi Matos holds a reborn baby doll as she is...

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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices

TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform

With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience

Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New

CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution

Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends

God of War Laufey Launches February 16, 2027, New Kratos-Led God of War Game Announced

by William D'Angelo , posted 1 day ago / 3,853 Views Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer  Santa Monica Studio during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con announced God of War Laufey will launch for the PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027. Santa Monica Studio head of creative Cory Barlog also announced the next Kratos-led God

Marvel’s Wolverine Gets Story Trailer

by William D'Angelo , posted 2 days ago / 2,411 Views P ublisher  Sony Interactive Entertainment  and developer  Insomniac Games have released the story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine. View the trailer below: Read details on the game below: An all-new take on the iconic character, based on Marvel comics. From Insomniac Games, the developers of