WAO ART #217

The global 3D camera market is expected to reach $9.1 bln by 2028, with a CAGR of 20.3% from 2023 to 2028. The construction industry is one sector driving the adoption of 3D cameras, as they can capture high-resolution images and generate precise 3D models of construction sites, improving safety.

Brazil's Finance Minister, has stated that Brazil could potentially drill for oil in the environmentally sensitive Equatorial Margin offshore area if state oil company Petrobras takes necessary environmental precautions. Earlier this year, environmental protection agency refused to grant approval.

Ripple (XRP) is on the verge of achieving a major milestone as the team prepares to integrate two important features with the upcoming XRPL upgrade. The features include an automated market maker (AMM) and a clawback feature. The total accounts on XRPL are about to reach 5 million.

Europe has managed to avoid a major energy crisis over the past year through reduced gas demand and alternative energy sources such as liquified natural gas (LNG). However, there are still risks of gas shortages this winter due to severe weather, shifts in global LNG supply and demand.

A cleaner in Singapore who had Covid-19 deliberately coughed at two colleagues as a "joke" during a surge in cases. The 64-year-old man was sentenced to two weeks in jail after pleading guilty to an offence under the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Act.

Chevron's Australian LNG plant has resumed full production despite ongoing strikes by union members. The plant experienced a fault last week but was able to continue producing LNG at 80% of usual rates and loading vessels. Chevron has been using non-unionized workers to operate its projects.

The government of Congo-Brazzaville has denied claims of a coup attempt against President Denis Nguesso, who has been in power for 39 years. The allegations surfaced on social media, suggesting a military effort to remove the 79-year-old leader. The Information Minister dismissed the rumors.