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Trump vs Biden: Sunflower Showdown! Whose Voice Boosts Plant Growth?

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CALGARY, AB, May 2, 2023 /CNW/ – Felix Smart, a leading innovator in smart home gardening technology, has just revealed the results of an unprecedented experiment: The Trump vs. Biden Plant Growth Test. This engaging, groundbreaking study aimed to discover which US president’s voice, if any, would have an impact on the growth of sunflower plants.

 

The study was conducted over a 30-day period in three identical grow tents, each containing a sunflower seed planted in identical soil and maintained under the same conditions. Felix Smart utilized their state-of-the-art KAI smart controller to monitor and record various parameters, including pH, soil moisture, soil EC, soil temperature, light PAR, air temperature and humidity.

Two of the grow tents featured speakers playing the most recent State of the Union addresses by former US president, Donald Trump, and current president, Joe Biden, while the third tent served as a control group with no auditory stimulation. All tents were carefully monitored, with a time-lapse camera capturing the plants’ growth throughout the experiment.

The results of the study, as documented in the time-lapse footage, have been nothing short of astonishing. It turns out that both presidential voices had a noticeable impact on the sunflower plants’ growth. However, the extent of the impact differed. What was fascinating is that while the Trump plant grew taller, the Biden and control tent leaves were noticeably larger. Felix Smart will be releasing all the data from its test on its website in the coming weeks, providing an in-depth look at the intriguing findings.

CEO Tom Lam shared his perspective on the experiment, saying, “We created this test not for political reasons but to see if auditory stimulation from these polarizing politicians really could affect a living organism. We know from previous experiments that positive words vs negative words can have an impact on plant growth. The question for us was who had a more positive message and would this be reflected in the plant growth.”

Felix Smart’s innovative experiment has not only created buzz in the gardening community, but it has also sparked a lively discussion on the potential impact of auditory stimulation on plant growth in general. This groundbreaking study marks a new frontier in understanding how the environment and external stimuli can affect the growth and health of plants.

About Felix Smart:

Felix Smart is a Calgary-based company specializing in advanced smart home gardening solutions. Combining cutting-edge technology with user-friendly interfaces, Felix Smart products empower individuals to grow their own plants and produce in a convenient and efficient manner. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Felix Smart continues to revolutionize the home gardening experience.

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Industry leaders to join forces to scale hydrogen mobility

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For the first time in Europe, Germany is bringing together the full ecosystem needed to scale the deployment of hydrogen trucks by 2030, combining supportive policy frameworks, a strong OEM offering and an integrated hydrogen supply chain and infrastructure.Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, Toyota Motor Corporation, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility, MB Energy, and more companies accelerate the commercialization of hydrogen-powered mobility and build the ecosystem needed to scale it along the whole value chain, with vehicles, infrastructure and supply. The activities include the deployment of hydrogen refueling stations along key strategic corridors in Europe, in synchronization with the hydrogen-powered truck fleets as well as a competitive hydrogen price. This will enable customers to operate hydrogen-powered vehicles with a competitive total cost of ownership. Full details will be unveiled at a CEO-led press event during IAA Transportation in Hanover on 15 September.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Leading companies from the transport, energy and industrial sectors, together with German policymakers, are collaborating to establish a benchmark for a fully integrated hydrogen mobility ecosystem for heavy-duty transport. They reflect a shared ambition to scale hydrogen with a focus on customer-oriented refueling infrastructure and competitively priced hydrogen fuel.

Delivering a comprehensive hydrogen ecosystem that complements battery-electric solutions requires coordinated development across the entire value chain with focus on commercializing competitive vehicles, deploying strategically located refueling infrastructure aligned with customer needs, and ensuring reliable access to hydrogen at viable price levels. Together, these elements can create the conditions for a competitive total cost of ownership and position hydrogen as a practical, scalable solution for zero-emission transport.

Further details will be announced on September 15 at IAA Transportation 2026.

Volvo Group, Daimler Truck, Toyota Motor Corporation, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility, MB Energy

September 3, 2026

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The Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport and infrastructure solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity. Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. The Volvo Group is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, employs almost 100,000 people and serves customers in almost 180 markets. In 2025, net sales amounted to SEK 479 billion (EUR 43 billion). Volvo shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm.

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CFD Broker Mitrade EU Introduces Excess-of-Loss Insurance Protection for Its Clients

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LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CFD broker Mitrade has arranged additional insolvency insurance for eligible clients onboarded under its CySEC licence. The initiative reflects a broader focus on strengthening client confidence and investor protection.

This excess-of-loss policy supplements protections CySEC already mandates. CySEC-authorised investment firms are required to segregate client funds and contribute to the Investor Compensation Fund. Beyond those statutory safeguards, Mitrade EU Limited’s discretionary insurance coverage has been arranged through Lloyd’s of London and funded by Mitrade. It is automatically available to eligible clients without an opt-in requirement or additional client charge.

Should Mitrade EU Limited become insolvent, the policy may cover eligible claims, subject to its terms, conditions and exclusions, up to a maximum aggregate amount of €1 million across all claims combined. It does not cover trading losses or losses caused by market movements.

“Regulation sets the baseline; we decide how much further to go for clients,” said Timur Konsky, CEO of Mitrade EU. “That is why we put additional insurance in place with Lloyd’s of London. Our approach is to identify where clients can be protected and take steps to reduce those risks. Transparency and safety should not be marketing language; they should be demonstrated through the safeguards a broker chooses to put in place. We want our clients to judge us by our actions, and this policy is another concrete example of that commitment.”

Mitrade EU’s excess-of-loss insurance cover takes effect from 1 September 2026.

About Mitrade 

Mitrade is a CFD trading platform operating in eligible EEA markets through Mitrade EU Limited, a CySEC-authorised investment firm (CIF438/23). Other legally separate entities within the international group are independently authorised and regulated in their respective jurisdictions by ASIC (AFSL398528), CIMA (SIB1612446), FSCA (FSP54842), FSC (GB20025791), and CMA (20200000397). 

Globally, the brand connects 7M+ traders to 1,000+ CFDs on indices, forex, commodities, shares, ETFs and more. The platform is designed to provide fast execution, flexible leverage on a per-position basis, competitive spreads and an intuitive interface accessible across multiple devices. 

Risk Warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. 

Visit https://www.mitrade.eu for more information.

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Aurra Markets Receives ‘Most Transparent Broker’ Award in Mumbai

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Aurra Markets wins the ‘Most Transparent Broker’ award at Money Expo Mumbai 2026. Read about our MT5 infrastructure and Aurra Wallet.

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aurra Markets Wins ‘Most Transparent Broker’ Award at Money Expo Mumbai

Aurra Markets, a multi-asset CFD broker, received the ‘Most Transparent Broker’ award at Money Expo Mumbai 2026. Participating as a Diamond Sponsor at the Jio World Convention Centre, the brokerage presented its institutional-grade trading infrastructure and partnership models to the Indian financial community.

Direct Market Access and Tier-1 Liquidity

Receiving this award reflects the company’s focus on maintaining secure trading conditions. In active financial markets, reliability is a primary requirement for retail and institutional traders. By integrating direct Tier-1 liquidity and holding fully segregated client funds, Aurra Markets provides a stable environment for trading forex, precious metals, and indices. The team demonstrated its MetaTrader 5 (MT5) framework at Booth 33, highlighting the 12ms execution speed that supports algorithmic and day traders.

Efficient Funding via the Aurra Wallet

The exhibition also served as a platform to detail the company’s advanced funding infrastructure. Clients can manage their capital using the Aurra Wallet. This unified system bridges fiat and digital assets, allowing traders to handle deposits and withdrawals efficiently. Integrating this technology reduces banking delays and provides rapid market access.

Expanding Operations in the Indian Market

“We are honored to receive the Most Transparent Broker award in Mumbai,” a senior spokesperson for Aurra Markets stated. “This recognition validates our infrastructural investments designed to lower trading costs and maintain security. Engaging with affiliates and traders in India confirms the demand for high-performance trading solutions. We provide market participants with the stability needed to trade macroeconomic shifts.”

About Aurra Markets

Aurra Global Markets Limited is authorized and regulated by the Mauritius Financial Services Commission (FSC) under License No. GB25204837. Aurra Markets provides a global community of traders with the direct infrastructure and technical resources needed to operate in dynamic financial markets. For more information, visit www.aurra.markets.

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