Renewable technologies in the 2024 Financial Market: from solar panels to green hydrogen

The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources has been accelerated by the urgent need to combat climate change and the increasing economic viability of renewable technologies. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

The future of Carbon Trading: How the carbon market is evolving

The carbon market, a key tool in the fight against climate change, is undergoing significant evolution, from growing voluntary participation to a possible future where carbon credits are traded on stock exchanges. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Payments. ECB defends cash: ‘We will protect those who prefer to pay this way’

While many countries and regions around the world are moving away from cash to more and more innovative payment methods, the EU seems to be doubling down on cash. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

What is the future of Data Privacy?

In an age of extensive customer tracking, deeply personalized digital experiences, and endless cookies, data privacy and ethical data practices have become hot button topics. – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek

Big Tech’s EPS disappoints investors and reverberates across markets

On a turbulent day on Wall Street, Big Tech giants experienced a significant setback as their Earnings Per Share (EPS) reports disappointed investors, causing a domino effect that sent shockwaves through various market sectors. – Written by Seref Dogan Erbek

The era of space conquest: a new frontier in exploration

In recent years, humanity has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in space exploration. Here, I share my thoughts on what we can expect from this new era of space conquest. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

The fear of global public debt: a looming economic crisis in Europe

The specter of global public debt has become an ever-present concern haunting economies across Europe. But with recent unprecedented rises in public debt burdens, there’s growing concern that the region’s finances are precariously poised. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

When can an investment be considered sustainable?

Given the risk of directing scarce resources towards “greenwashed” projects, it has become important to lay down rules for what projects can be considered green and how to verify their sustainability credentials. – Written by Seref Dogan Doğan

Why greenwashing worries institutions

Greenwashing is a growing concern among consumers, investors and public institutions alike. In my opinion, it is a misleading and dangerous trend that undermines the progress towards a more sustainable economy. – Written by Seref Dogan Doğan

Strikes in the transport sector all over the world. Risks in the production supply chain are growing

Transportation is the single most critical element to functioning supply chains. However, the growing transport sector strikes globally pose a risk to the unfettered movement of goods around the world. – Written by Seref Dogan Doğan