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Norway’s successful EV strategy should go worldwide

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2 years ago

February 18, 2024

In the race towards electric vehicle adoption, Norway emerges as the undisputed champion, boasting the highest adoption rate globally.

While the U.S. grapples with accelerating its transition to electric mobility, Norway offers a blueprint for success.

According to the Norwegian Road Federation, a staggering 82% of new car sales in Norway in 2023 were electric vehicles, a stark contrast to the 7.6% figure recorded in the U.S. during the same period, as estimated by Kelley Blue Book.

Even in China, the world’s largest auto market, EVs accounted for only 24% of new car sales in 2023, according to the China Passenger Car Association.

New cars

Ragnhild Syrstad, the state secretary of the Norwegian Ministry of Climate and Environment, articulates Norway’s ambitious vision: “Our goal is that all new cars by 2025 will be zero-emission vehicles. We think we’re going to reach that goal.”

Norway’s journey towards an EV utopia began in the 1990s when the government initiated incentives for EV purchases, including free parking, access to bus lanes, toll exemptions, and crucially, zero taxes on zero-emission vehicles.

Australia should follow Norway’s lead on EVs

However, it was the arrival of models from Tesla and other manufacturers approximately a decade ago that ignited widespread consumer interest.

Transport infrastructure

Not stopping at personal vehicles, Norway’s capital, Oslo, is electrifying its entire transportation infrastructure, from ferries and buses to semi-trucks and construction equipment.

Gas pumps and parking meters are being replaced by EV chargers, painting a picture of a futuristic electric ecosystem.

The country’s abundance of hydropower has facilitated this transition, ensuring a reliable and sustainable energy source to power EVs.

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Apple set to unveil budget iPhone 17e, new iPads and low-cost MacBook

Apple’s Tim Cook announces major product reveals this week, highlighting budget iPhone 17e, new iPads, and low-cost MacBook.

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3 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple’s Tim Cook announces major product reveals this week, highlighting budget iPhone 17e, new iPads, and low-cost MacBook.

Apple Inc. CEO Tim Cook has confirmed a major week of product announcements kicking off Monday morning, building momentum toward a global “Apple Experience” event across New York, London and Shanghai. The tech giant is expected to spread its reveals across three days, fuelling speculation about its biggest refresh cycle yet.

Leading the buzz is the rumoured budget-friendly iPhone 17e, signalling Apple’s push to capture more price-conscious consumers without sacrificing performance. Two new iPads powered by advanced chips are also tipped to headline the lineup, pointing to stronger AI capabilities and faster processing speeds.

Rounding out the expected reveals is a low-cost 12.9-inch MacBook that’s already generating serious interest, alongside updated MacBook Pro models and a refreshed Mac Studio. It’s shaping up to be one of Apple’s most significant multi-product launches in recent years.

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Nvidia posts record revenue as AI fears shake investors

Nvidia’s £68.1 billion revenue, up 73%, raises investor concerns about AI’s impact and tech customers’ financial health.

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3 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nvidia’s £68.1 billion revenue, up 73%, raises investor concerns about AI’s impact and tech customers’ financial health.

Nvidia posted strong quarterly earnings, but Wall Street remained unimpressed, causing shares to fall 5%. Analysts point to investor concerns over AI dominance and a stalled $100 billion deal with OpenAI.

Experts discuss what factors in the earnings report failed to meet market expectations, including revenue projections and details around the Vera Rubin chip architecture. Competition from alternative chipmakers and scrutiny of hyperscaler cash flows are also shaping investor sentiment.

Despite recent setbacks, analysts remain cautiously bullish on Nvidia, highlighting long-term AI potential and the company’s dominant position in the chip market.

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Meta launches lawsuits over alleged scam advertising operations

Meta targets scam advertising networks in Brazil, China, and Vietnam, intensifying its crackdown on scams across its platforms.

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3 days ago

February 27, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Meta targets scam advertising networks in Brazil, China, and Vietnam, intensifying its crackdown on scams across its platforms.

Social media giant Meta has launched aggressive legal action targeting alleged scam operations using its platforms. The company has filed lawsuits against four advertising networks based in Brazil, China and Vietnam.

Meta has also issued cease and desist letters to eight marketing consultants accused of helping clients bypass the platform’s enforcement systems. The move signals a tougher stance on organised scam activity operating at scale.

While no criminal charges have been laid, Meta says it is doubling down on efforts to protect users and restore trust across its platforms as scam activity continues to rise globally.

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