Categoria: Science and Technology
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Social network X closes its offices in Brazil
By its own decision, social network X—formerly known as Twitter—closed its offices in Brazil on Saturday (Aug. 17). Despite the move, the social network’s service should remain available to Brazilians. In a statement, the network refuses to block profiles and accounts following a Federal Police inquiry regarding the obstruction of probes into criminal organization and…
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Building an App Can Help You Grow Your Business. Here’s How to Do It
In today’s world, apps are crucial for business growth and customer experience. They enable shopping, appointment setting and customer service interactions. In fact, around three-quarters of U.S. adults say they buy things online using a smartphone, according to Pew Research, which means if you don’t have an app for your business, you’re leaving money on…
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Brazil Has 1,942 Cities At Risk Of Environmental Disaster
As climate change caused by human action on the environment intensifies, environmental and climatic disasters have increased worldwide, as is the case in Rio Grande do Sul state, in South Brazil. The Brazilian government has identified 1,942 cities susceptible to disasters associated with landslides and flooding—nearly 35 percent of all of the country’s municipalities. “The…
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United States Announces Additional Humanitarian Support For Flood-Affected Areas Of Brazil
The United States, through USAID, intends to provide $800,000 in humanitarian assistance to meet the immediate needs of those affected by devastating floods in Brazil’s southern Rio Grande do Sul state. This brings the total USAID humanitarian assistance in response to the recent floods in Brazil to $1 million. Widespread flooding and landslides resulting from…
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AI Leaders Collaborate for Brazil’s Climate Resilience
AI/R, a global leading technology company specializing in Data, AI, and Gen AI services, has announced a plan to dedicate resources on pro-bono programs for the next several years, aimed at harnessing the power of AI, data analytics. The program is a joint effort with global tech partners as AWS, and Brazilian leading IT services…
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Brazil Surpasses 2 Million Homes With Solar Energy
A recent study by the Brazilian Photovoltaic Solar Energy Association (ABSOLAR) reveals that Brazil has achieved a significant milestone, with over 2 million homes now equipped with solar energy systems. This achievement represents a remarkable investment totaling more than 70.3 billion reais since 2012. According to ABSOLAR’s findings, the solar rooftops installed on residences contribute…
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Earth Day 2024: A Global Call to Action for Sustainability
This Sunday, April 22nd is Earth Day. Nations around the globe are joining hands in a concerted effort to address pressing environmental challenges and promote sustainability. As the world grapples with climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, Earth Day serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for collective action to safeguard the planet for…
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Earth Day: Um Apelo Global À Ações Pela Sustentabilidade
Este domingo, 22 de abril, é Earth Day (Dia da Terra). Nações de todo o mundo unem esforços para enfrentar os desafios ambientais prementes e promover a sustentabilidade. Enquanto o mundo enfrenta as alterações climáticas, perda de biodiversidade e poluição, o Earth Day serve como um lembrete da necessidade urgente de uma ação coletiva para…
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Quem é a pessoa mais rica do mundo?
Pelo segundo ano consecutivo, o magnata dos bens de luxo Bernard Arnault é a pessoa mais rica do mundo, ocupando o primeiro lugar na lista dos bilionários do mundo da revista Forbes. Ele está 22 bilhões de dólares mais rico do que em 2023, graças a mais um ano recorde de ganhos para o seu…
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Energea: Providing Clean Energy To One Of The World’s Most Beloved Destinations in Brazil
Energea announces the completion of 12 new projects in its Community Solar in Brazil portfolio. These latest additions mark a significant milestone in Energea’s mission to provide sustainable and efficient energy solutions across Brazil. Energea is a global leader in renewable energy solutions, focusing on managing solar energy assets. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Energea strives to make renewable…