Global Trends 2 June 2025

Inside Cyprus’s Digital Lifeline: Internet Access on the Island and Beyond the Clouds

Cablenet’s HFC network covers about 80% of Cyprus premises, while FTTP now reaches 77% of homes. Cyprus achieved 100% 5G coverage in populated areas by end-2022, with Cyta claiming nationwide 5G. Starlink launched in 2023, offering over 100 Mbps speeds. Government funding and vouchers support fiber rollout, aiming for universal 100 Mbps access by 2025.

9 June 2025

Global Trends·LSE:VOD

Global Drone Market Outlook (2025–2030)

The global drone market reached $73 billion in 2024, with forecasts ranging from $163 billion to $260.5 billion by 2030. DJI holds 70–80% of the consumer drone market, while military drones are projected to grow from $36–37 billion in 2024 to up to $90 billion by 2030. Delivery drones could exceed $10 billion by 2030. Asia-Pacific leads growth, with China supplying over 70% of civilian drones.

2 June 2025

Drones·Global Trends·NASDAQ:ESLT·NYSE:NOC·Technology

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ASX Set to Dip as Middle East Tensions Boost Oil Prices; Premier Investments Reports Lower H1 Earnings
March 19, 2026, 9:22 PM EDT. Australian shares are expected to decline on Friday amid volatile energy markets triggered by Middle East strikes that briefly pushed Brent crude to $119 a barrel. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each dropped 0.3%, while the Dow fell 0.4% overnight. Investors are also focused on Australia's upcoming consumer price index report. Premier Investments (ASX:PMV) posted fiscal first-half earnings of AU$0.6351 per share on AU$460.3 million revenue, down from AU$0.7307 earnings on AU$465.2 million a year earlier. Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX:FLT) acquired UK agency Fresh Approach, expanding its FCM meetings-and-events operations. The ASX benchmark closed down 1.7% at 8,497.80 on Thursday.