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A growing number of leading economists are warning that the U.S. economy could be headed for a recession, with uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s tariff policies emerging as a key driver of market volatility and business hesitation. A new Wall Street Journal survey of 64 economists, conducted in early April, found that the probability of a U.S. recession within the next 12 months had risen to 45%. While still lower than previous peak forecasts during earlier economic scares, the spike in concerns coincides with the latest wave of tariff announcements by the Trump administration—particularly a reciprocal tariff plan announced and…

In a remarkable leap for artificial intelligence — and for marine science — Google has announced the development of DolphinGemma, an advanced AI model designed to learn and mimic the complex vocalizations of dolphins. The announcement, shared via an official Google blog post, marks a major step forward in the quest for interspecies communication. Unveiled fittingly on National Dolphin Day, DolphinGemma reflects the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and decades of field research. Developed in collaboration with Georgia Tech and the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP), the AI model represents a pioneering attempt to understand dolphin communication patterns deeply enough to…

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – April 28, 2025 — President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered a powerful keynote address at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) following the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate in Islamic Leadership and Madani Development, urging the Muslim world to reclaim its legacy of scientific excellence and intellectual leadership. In a lecture titled “Intellectual Renaissance: Unveiling the Scientific and Modern Development of Islamic Civilisation,” President Muizzu reflected on the Islamic Golden Age, when scholars and scientists from the Muslim world led the global pursuit of knowledge. He paid tribute to that era’s achievements and called for a revival…

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The Government of Maldives has unveiled over 50 key infrastructure and development projects for foreign investment during the Maldives–Malaysia Business Forum 2025, held in Kuala Lumpur as part of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s ongoing official visit to Malaysia. The forum, which attracted a significant number of Malaysian investors and business leaders, showcased investment opportunities across 52 major projects. These opportunities span a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure development, healthcare, higher education, sports, airport expansion, tourism, fisheries and marine industries, energy, creative economy, banking and finance, and ICT. Notably, several projects outlined in President Dr Muizzu’s…

Bank of Maldives (BML) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources to enhance financial access for fishermen across the Maldives. The agreement was signed today by the Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ahmed Shiyam, and BML’s CEO and Managing Director, Mohamed Shareef. Under the new partnership, fishermen registered on the National Fishermen’s Register will be eligible for a range of credit facilities, including personal financing, credit cards, and home loans tailored to their income patterns. Notably, eligible fishermen can now access personal financing up to MVR 300,000 without the need for…

Kuala Lumpur – His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu delivered a keynote address today at the Maldives–Malaysia Business Forum 2025, urging Malaysian businesses to explore the growing investment opportunities in the Maldives as the country accelerates its journey toward becoming a fully developed nation by 2040. In his address, President Muizzu reaffirmed his Administration’s steadfast commitment to the pledges made to the Maldivian people. “The priorities we pledged to the people from the very beginning are of utmost importance to me — to improve the quality of life, strengthen our institutions, and unlock the full potential of our islands,” he…

Putrajaya – His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives and His Excellency Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, held official talks today at Putra Perdana in Putrajaya as part of President Muizzu’s ongoing official visit to Malaysia. The discussions, led by President Muizzu and Prime Minister Anwar, focused on enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors and reaffirming the strong ties between the two nations. President Muizzu expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and generous hospitality extended by the Malaysian government and emphasised the importance of maintaining positive momentum in bilateral relations to foster mutual growth and a lasting…

Kuala Lumpur – His Excellency President Dr Mohamed Muizzu of the Maldives witnessed the signing and exchange of several key agreements, memoranda of understanding (MoUs), and exchanges of notes (EoNs) between the Government of the Republic of Maldives and the Government of Malaysia, aimed at deepening cooperation across a range of sectors. One of the major highlights was the signing of an MoU on Cooperation in Sports, inked by His Excellency Dr Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, and Her Excellency Puan Hannah Yeoh, Malaysia’s Minister of Youth and Sports. The agreement seeks to strengthen collaboration between…

As we observe World Intellectual Property Day on April 26, 2025, it is an opportune time for businesses, especially SMEs in the Maldives, to reflect on the crucial role intellectual property plays in safeguarding innovation, creativity, and economic growth. This global celebration, organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), serves as a reminder of the importance of IP protection in today’s interconnected world. On this day, we acknowledge the efforts to strengthen IP systems worldwide, including the Maldives’ growing commitment to providing robust IP services through its Intellectual Property Unit under the Ministry of Economic Development. By marking this…

CoinDesk is set to host Consensus 2025 from May 14 to May 16, 2025, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Canada. This premier event will bring together over 15,000 attendees from more than 100 countries, including industry leaders, innovators, and investors, to explore the latest advancements in blockchain, Web3, and artificial intelligence (AI). What to Expect at Consensus 2025 Diverse Content Tracks Consensus 2025 will feature 6 stages, 6 summits, and over 200 sessions covering a wide range of topics such as: DeFi (Decentralized Finance) Tokenization & Real-World Assets (RWAs) Stablecoins & Payments Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy &…