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Facebook parent Meta says remote positions will help it win talent across Europe as it builds its metaverse. It could also put pressure on other companies fighting for valuable tech workers.
Continued uncertainty and income inequality are two reasons why world economic growth looks set to slow in 2022. Last year's output increases are not enough to keep the pace, according to a report from the World Bank.
The central Asian country is the world's biggest uranium exporter and is among the top oil and coal producers. The resource-rich state has seen some of the biggest public protests in years, unnerving energy markets.
India's stock broker platform Zerodha has secured many new clients during the pandemic. What's behind the surge? DW talks its co-founder, Nikhil Kamath.
Lützerath, in western Germany, is set to disappear for the sake of brown coal mining. All 90 residents have been relocated. Only one, Eckhardt Heukamp, vows to stay.
France's overseas territory Reunion Island is aiming to produce all of its energy through renewables by the end of 2028. Though activists agree on the target, they disagree on the methods.
A consortium plans to transform the French overseas territory Reunion Island into one of the world's digital hubs. That could help bring down local unemployment.
Coworking spaces aren't only for cutting-edge startups. More and more companies are mulling over the future of work. Since the pandemic, mobile offices and hybrid models have become a greater part of the equation.
After the resignation of Jens Weidmann as the head of the biggest central bank in the eurozone, Joachim Nagel is now the man at the helm of the Bundesbank. Will he change its traditionally hawkish monetary policy?
As economies around the world rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, the two main superpowers are racing ahead. DW gives a snapshot of who benefits most from record-high global GDP worth $94 trillion.
Governments and fossil fuel companies have long peddled the idea that natural gas is the "bridge" to a clean energy future. But can gas actually be green?
Despite the raging omicron COVID-19 variant, the battered aviation industry is cautiously optimistic about the new year, which could be marked by a host of firsts and lasts for the sector.
Shares in the iPhone maker have been on a tear over the past two years as consumers grab its devices to keep in touch during the coronavirus pandemic. Apple's tech peers Microsoft, Alphabet and Amazon are not far behind.
Former Polish President Lech Walesa says he has gone broke due to COVID-19. But the leader of Poland's Solidarity movement has been sailing close to the wind financially for some time.
A year after Britain's new trade pact with the EU was sealed, UK exports to the bloc have plunged. With unfinished business around fisheries, Northern Ireland and financial services, what's next for Brexit?
A decade in the making, the RCEP pact takes effect January 1, easing trade among Southeast Asian and Asia-Pacific nations. Economic giants China, Japan and South Korea are set to benefit the most.
The global economic recovery is being held back by the ongoing COVID pandemic. However, the mutating coronavirus is just one of the main risks which could dampen investor spirits in the coming year.
Germany is pumping Russian gas back into Poland as Gazprom cuts supply to the EU. As Russia plays its hybrid war games with an increasingly divided EU, the new front appears to be the Yamal-Europe gas pipeline.
The outage came after a major electricity pylon belonging to Kenya Power fell over.
German reinsurance giant Munich Re has said that the climate crisis is behind the bulk of the costs.
The surge in the cost of living by 3.1% in 2021 was largely driven by rising energy prices, supply chain bottlenecks and the end of a temporary VAT cut.
The French government is fining the tech giants millions over data that tracks users' activity. They've given the companies three months to comply or face further fines.
Tensions between China and Lithuania soared after Taiwan was allowed to open a de facto embassy in Vilnius. Now, Taiwan wants to help offset the financial cost that comes with angering Beijing.
Nearly one-quarter of high-speed trains did not reach their destination on time in 2021. Long delays and canceled trains have become routine across Germany.
Google and owner Alphabet will come under increased scrutiny for anti-competitive behavior, the German competition regulator says. The authority last year gained new powers to supervise large internet companies.
A Washington-based Muslim group accused Tesla of "supporting genocide" against Uyghurs, with a Republican senator also piling on pressure over Tesla's Xinjiang showroom.
AT&T and Verizon have agreed to hold off on their 5G rollout amid concerns of problems for aircraft. The move marks a change of heart a day after they rejected the government request.
The iPhone maker reached the record level before dropping slightly later in the day. Though the value high was short-lived, it was another sign of investor confidence in the tech firm.
The fallen Silicon Valley star now faces maximum sentences of up to 80 years in prison for defrauding private investors. She was convicted on four out of 11 counts.
The company currently has been struggling to meet payments on hundreds of billions in outstanding debt. Evergrande only said in a short statement that the suspension was pending the announcement of "inside information."
The electric carmaker sold 936,000 vehicles last year, up 87% from its 2020 sales. The company's autopilot system is currently being probed over safety concerns.
The number of women on the executive boards of German companies has hit a record high. This kind of change doesn't happen on its own, says DW's Kristie Pladson.
Economy and Climate Minister Robert Habeck has delivered sharp criticism of the country’s record on climate change. Reductions in carbon emissions will have to "treble" to meet the country's climate goals.
Each week, Ghana receives 15 million items of used clothing sent from the West. But 40% of the products are discarded due to poor quality. They end up at landfills and in bodies of water, polluting entire ecosystems.
Paris hopes to use its six months at the head of the Council of the EU to tackle the bloc's "economic, educational, migration and military challenges." French President Macron will do it while facing an election at home.
The Africa Cup of Nations competition is days away, and the fever is already gripping Cameroonians, especially businesses. They have their eyes on a revival and boost in revenue.
The EU Commission's proposal to classify nuclear power and natural gas plants as "green" investments has sparked debate in Germany's new coalition government. Conflict is also brewing between EU states.
Bangladesh is one of the countries most vulnerable to climate catastrophes. But, there are several initiatives to help local communities, particularly women, overcome the effects of climate-related problems.
The president of Guinea-Bissau has negotiated an oil deal with his counterpart from Senegal — without parliamentary approval. Umaro Sissoco Embalo is now facing a ministerial uprising supported by civil society.
Green Party Agriculture Minister Cem Özdemir wants to see more organic and less convenience food in Germany. He says food should no longer be sold at bargain prices. But this could place a greater burden on poor people.
The country proudly celebrates the success of Indian origin champions abroad — from sports to the tech industry. But critics say it only highlights a wider problem of brain drain.
DW's new video series offers deep dives into the most relevant cross-border business stories of today, guiding you through trade conflicts, supply chain challenges, global labor issues and the battle for tech dominance.
Although the pandemic isn't over, visitors say they have a lot of confidence in the safety measures put in place.
France's only zinc plant has to fight for its survival and may even have to shut down soon.
Kazakhstan's position as a key transit country for goods and source of raw materials makes it a geopolitical flashpoint.
Planning is underway for 800 wind turbines to provide energy for hydrogen production off Heligoland.
Many big-name musicians are selling the rights to their music as their revenues fall due to the pandemic.
Ashay Bhave's sneakers made of waste plastic are a runaway success as the sustainability race heats up,
Reports from around the globe
World Bank sees rising risks to global recovery - Fed's Powell says inflation may force faster taper
The world's largest consumer electronics show has returned to Las Vegas, despite record numbers of coronavirus cases in the US. Tech companies have had plenty of time to come up with new ideas.
Telecom operators in the US have been asked to delay the rollout of 5G technology for a second time. The aviation industry has expressed concern about possible issues with planes.
If 2021 was the year the world ran out of everything, prospects are unlikely to change much for most of next year. So, sit back and relax on your couch and continue to perfect the art of waiting.
Leaders of the US, Canada, and Mexico met after a five-year gap. While they emphasized cooperation, tensions were raised about the auto industry, Biden's "Buy American" policies and a Mexican energy bill.
The COVID-19 pandemic has slashed car demand and disrupted the industry's supply chains. That's especially bad news for the likes of the Czech Republic and Slovakia, whose economies are highly dependent on the sector.
A firm in Poland plans to resurrect an old jewel in the domestic automotive industry — with an electric car version of the Syrena, Polish communism's iconic set of wheels. But some believe its road ahead could be bumpy.
Moritz Körner, a European lawmaker with Germany's neoliberal Free Democrats, has said the pair have saved "millions of lives." The euro bank note is set to be redesigned over the coming years.
The Euro is turning 20 - Sweden's Arctic battery factory starts production – The global energy market 2021
The central banks of the US, the UK and the eurozone have all provided statements recently on how they will react to inflation risks. While the problem they face seem similar, policy measures will differ.
