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A virtual power plant is intelligent software that connects multiple generators, energy storage and consumers into one optimized ecosystem. A virtual power plant can support a photovoltaic farm in several ways. For example, they can mediate in the sale of energy from the farm, so the participation of large companies can bring an increase in interest, which has a lot of benefits for both parties. In this article: Advancements in obesity and Alzheimer’s care Airlines problems Scaling up the use of virtual power plants Why is retail investment lagging behind on the old continent Advancements in obesity and Alzheimer’s care We live in times where development is quite fast. The technology of our life has made our life easier, especially communication. With the development of technology, our lifestyle has changed to a more sedentary one, which leads to overweight and even obesity. Being overweight, depending on how many calories you consume, can progress to obesity. Nowadays, the problem of overweight affects many societies mainly due to: a sedentary lifestyle, lack of regular physical activity and an incorrect, unbalanced diet. Moreover, a change in our diet, in which we consume more sugars than our grandparents did, increases the risk of Alzheimer's. These two diseases can affect anyone, which is why the development of the medical sector in this direction is important. Advancements in obesity and Alzheimer’s care present new opportunities for the healthcare sector in 2023. J.P. Morgan’s Chris Schott shares why at #JPMHC23. — J.P. Morgan (@jpmorgan) January 11, 2023   Read next: The New Disney Drama: Disney Is Opposing Activist-Investor Nelson Peltz| FXMAG.COM Airlines problems Airlines in the United States have recently faced many problems. Due to unfavorable climatic conditions during the Christmas period, many flights were delayed or cancelled. There are also problems from the technical side. Systems have been failing recently, and transport companies are doing what they can to restore full efficiency. BREAKING: Widespread U.S. flight delays expected after critical FAA system goes down; agency currently working on getting it back online pic.twitter.com/DVQAw4nsTE — CNBC Now (@CNBCnow) January 11, 2023 Scaling up the use of virtual power plants Companies including GM, Ford, Google and solar producers said on Tuesday they would work together to set standards for increasing the use of virtual power plants (VPPs). Energy transition nonprofit RMI will host the initiative, the Virtual Power Plant Partnership (VP3). VPPs are poised for a surge in the United States, where the Inflation Reduction Act of 2021. created or extended tax incentives for electric cars, electric water heaters, solar panels and other devices whose production and consumption can be coordinated to seamlessly load the grid. RMI estimates VPPs could reduce US peak demand by 60 gigawatts by 2030 VPPs have already improved network reliability in countries such as Germany and Australia, and in some US states. During last August's extreme heatwave, wholesale market operator California Independent System Operator avoided power outages by calling in all available resources, including VPP, to send electricity. Google Nest Smart Thermostats have contributed to reducing the load. WATCH: Companies including GM, Ford and Google said they would work together to establish standards for scaling up the use of virtual power plants, which are systems meant for easing loads on electricity grids when supply is short https://t.co/WPvixNGfyA pic.twitter.com/3Fs2rut5kz — Reuters Business (@ReutersBiz) January 12, 2023 Why is retail investment lagging behind on the old continent? Although the share of retail investors in Europe has doubled since 2020, it remains low. By comparison, the retail business still accounts for just 5-7 percent of total trading volume in Europe, compared to over 25 percent in the US and over 60 percent in China. So why is retail investment lagging behind on the old continent and is it possible to change this situation?   How do "free" trading platforms get paid? https://t.co/u1wiWxww1K (via @CNBCi) pic.twitter.com/0qoa9C9ZF8 — CNBC (@CNBC) January 12, 2023

Interest in air travel has increased over the last few years. Along with this, increased security was put on to avoid unwanted disasters. In America, the Federal Aviation Administration is responsible for safety. The FAA are taking action against United Airlines and they want to steal it. The FAA wants to fine United Airlines Aviation safety regulators want to fine United Airlines Holdings Inc. over $1.1 million for allegedly flying a Boeing 777 without carrying out some of the required fire detection system checks. The Federal Aviation Administration says United removed the 777 fire warning system check from its pre-flight checklists in 2018. A spokesperson for United released a statement saying the pre-flight checklist was changed in 2018 "to account for redundant built-in checks performed automatically by the 777" and that the FAA reviewed and approved the change at that time. An FAA aviation safety inspector determined that an inspection of the fire warning system was not being conducted on April 19, 2021. The FAA alleged that United knowingly operated six aircraft without performing the required inspections during a three-and-a-half hour after the problem was discovered. United said it immediately updated its procedures in 2021 after being informed by the FAA that United's maintenance program requires pilots to conduct pre-flight inspections. United Airlines has 30 days to respond to the FAA after receiving an enforcement letter from the agency. Read next: Adani Group Company's Crisis Is Gaining Momentum, Finland Is The Happiest Country| FXMAG.COM United Airlines maintenance error The FAA said United failed to inspect parts of the wings of about twenty Boeing 777s, leading to the cancellation of flights last September. United discovered that it had failed to perform required panel inspections on the leading edge of the wings of 25 jets and had to take them out of service. As a result, around 18 flights were removed, mostly long-haul international travel. United discovered the problem during an audit and reported it to the FAA. The omitted checks are to examine the area of the wing where the slats extend during takeoff and landing to generate lift. The wing panel inspection that United missed was not related to engine problems and was not part of the plane's return to service, but rather a routine maintenance activity, the FAA said. Some of the planes that missed inspections were still parked and had not yet returned to flying. This incident did not result in the imposition of a fine. Increased security The shift in safety in the United States began after a series of aviation tragedies that culminated in the 1996 summit. Accidents in 1994 involving widely used USAir-operated Boeing and McDonnell Douglas jets, as well as two smaller turboprops, claimed a total of 252 lives life. Regulators and industry representatives recognized that changes were necessary. So executives set to work developing new tactics to counter emerging threats long before they escalated into headline tragedies. Eventually, mechanics and air traffic controllers adopted similar self-reporting programs. Today's travelers are benefiting from another decade of improved US carrier safety, with the fatality rate down to one in 120 million departures. United Airlines share price United Airlines shares rose from 37.21 to 52.50 in the new year, then fell to 50.92. The last time UAL shares saw such a level was at the beginning of May last year. Source: wsj.com, finance.yahoo.com

Summer is almost here and it seems, despite inflation, travelling may become more popular again as almost all COVID-19-related restrictions are removed and crude oil prices seems to be quite low compared to those one month ago. FXMAG.COM: Inflation seems to be slowly and gradually decreasing. Crude oil price is significantly lower than previous summer, would you expect airlines to increase their revenue in the second half of 2023? Alex Kuptsikevich (FxPro): The fall in crude oil prices and the removal of almost all travel restrictions can support passenger traffic and bring it back to pre-pandemic levels. Apart from the lifting of limitations, it is worth mentioning the desire of some people to compensate for sitting at home in previous years. According to FlightRadar24 statistics, the number of flights is already 18% higher than in 2019 for the same period and 15% higher than in 2022 According to FlightRadar24 statistics, the number of flights is already 18% higher than in 2019 for the same period and 15% higher than in 2022. This is good news in terms of potential revenue for airlines. The bad news is that many airlines were bailed out or got support lines from their governments during the pandemic, and now is the time to pay those debts. So it's worth choosing airlines very carefully as they may be forced to give up too much of their profits. Read next: Bitcoin and Ether's buying opportunities on market dips| FXMAG.COM

EasyJet's recent financial performance has been on an improving trend over recent quarters. Last year annual revenue increased by 296% to £5.77bn, in the year ending September 2022, with an expectation that this could push up to a record £8bn by fiscal year end. The improvement was driven by a number of factors, including the relaxation of pandemic-related travel restrictions, strong growth in the easyJet holidays business, and a step change in the airline's ancillary offering, not to mention higher ticket prices.   Ancillary revenue, which includes things like checked bags and seat assignments, saw a big increase, rising to just shy of £2bn, and is forecast to increase to £2.47bn in the current fiscal year. easyJet holidays, the airline's travel business, also saw strong growth, with customer numbers increasing by 200% year-on-year. This was driven by the pent-up demand for travel following the pandemic, as well as easyJet's focus on offering competitive prices and a wide range of destinations. Read next: BoE Andrew Bailey disagreed with suggested Bank's responsibility for elevated inflation| FXMAG.COM Today's H1 numbers have seen the airline report revenues in line with forecasts at £2.69bn, and a pre-tax loss of £411m, while costs were confirmed at £3.1bn. Airline ancillary revenue saw an improvement, rising 67% to £767m, with total revenue per seat rising 40% to £66.4m, although costs per seat were also higher at £77.6m, a rise of 19%. The airline's load factor was 87.5% over the half year, up from 77.3% a year ago with an expectation that this would move into the 90% during H2. Its H2 guidance of 56m seats, a rise of 9%, was left unchanged with Q4 capacity expected to come in at around pre-pandemic levels of 94%. The growing holidays operation continues to improve and expand, with customer numbers increasing to 0.6m during H1, a 0.4m increase on the same period last year. Revenues in this part of the business also improved, rising to £173m, with an expectation that the business will see an annual profit in excess of £80m. In the first half of this year the business generated a profit of £10m.   EasyJet said it will also be expanding its holiday package market, with Switzerland being added this summer with a view to starting in early 2024. As a result of this strong financial performance, easyJet appears well-positioned to deliver a full year profit in 2023. The airline is confident that it can continue to grow its business in the coming years, as demand for air travel remains strong. Overall, easyJet's recent financial performance has been strong. The airline is well-positioned to deliver a full year profit in 2023, but there are some risks that could impact its future performance.

The global tourism industry has faced unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and companies in the sector have suffered significant losses. However, as the world recovers and travel restrictions finally come to an end, the industry is now poised for a resurgence. A successful summer season on the horizon brings new hope to the afflicted industry. As travel resumes, equity prices in the tourism and travel sector are expected to show positive momentum. The market reaction to the reopening of borders and the resumption of international travel is likely to be reflected in the share prices of companies in the industry.   While the industry is on track to recover, it is important to note that reaching pre-pandemic levels may not happen immediately for all companies. The losses incurred during the pandemic have had a significant impact on the financial position of many tourism enterprises. Some companies are still striving to recover losses and restore financial stability, but here’s a look at the prospects for individual sectors of the tourism industry:   Airlines: Companies such as Lufthansa and other major airlines have been hit hard by the pandemic. As demand for travel increases, airline shares are expected to rise. However, the recovery of airline inventories will depend on various factors, including vaccination rates, travel regulations and consumer confidence in air travel.   Online booking platforms: Platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com are likely are likely to benefit from the resurgence of the travel industry. As travelers start planning their trips, the demand for online booking services is expected to increase. Hence, these platforms may see their stock prices rise as they gain momentum.    Hotels: The hospitality sector has faced major challenges during the pandemic. As travel resumes, hotels are expected to reopen. However, the pace of recovery may vary depending on factors such as location, travel restrictions and the ability to meet changing consumer preferences, such as an increased focus on hygiene.    In terms of the impact of inflation on the travel industry, rising prices have the potential to affect both the market and share prices. Higher prices may lead to higher spending on travel-related services, which may affect consumer behavior and demand. Companies operating in the travel industry will need to carefully manage their pricing strategy to balance profitability and affordability for customers.   When it comes to investment opportunities, it is extremely important to do a thorough research and consider various factors before making an investment decision. While the share prices of some travel companies may have risen significantly, there may still be room for growth. Further development of stock prices in the near future will depend on factors such as the pace of the global recovery, travel trends, company performance and market dynamics against the backdrop of Fed policy.