Why are there so many Russians in crypto?
Russian programmers have an outsize presence in the world of virtual assets. In particular, they are deeply involved in markets for initial coin offerings (ICOs), which allow firms to raise money in exchange for digital tokens.
Which global cities have the strongest connections to China?
China’s ‘next generation’ businesses greatly enhancing their links with the rest of the world and, while the high order business centers like New York and Tokyo will continue to be locations of choice by virtue of size and strength, we can see a shift towards large consumer markets in Southeast and South Asia.
How China acquires ‘the crown jewels’ of U.S. technology
The U.S. fails to adequately police foreign deals for next-generation software that powers the military and American economic strength.
The Amazing Psychology of Japanese Train Stations
Tokyo is home to the world’s busiest train stations, with the capital’s rail operators handling a combined 13 billion passenger trips annually. Ridership of that volume requires a deft blend of engineering, planning, and psychology. Rail stations, whether in Japan or elsewhere, are also great places to see “nudge theory” at work. the theory posits that gentle nudges can subtly influence people towards decisions in their own (or society’s) best interests.
Which Programming Languages Use the Least Electricity?
Although the most energy efficient language in each benchmark is almost always the fastest one, the fact is that there is no language which is consistently better than the others, the researchers conclude. The situation on which a language is going to be used is a core aspect to determine if that language is the most energy-efficient option.