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Progresus Invest Holding cofounders Lukáš Foral and Lukáš Zrůst give the scoop on why wooden buildings are the future.Progresus Invest Holding is an international investment group…

The ultra-luxurious home in Marbella won a major design prize presented by King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen LetiziaThe award was handed over to Italian-British entrepreneur Joe Ricotta, who built the…

There is no shortage of photos of Monaco, especially with a plenteous parade of influencers capturing their pouts in front of glistening yachts or the iconic Casino with their iPhones.“These days, most…

In an Exclusive Interview, Minister of State Pierre Dartout Talks Tax Treaties, Digital Economy and The Competitive Business of The Sovereign Cloud to Attract Investors to Monaco.The call came out of…

Ferrari’s first Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc had his watch stolen when posing for a “group photo” in Viareggio, Italy, on Monday.According to the Italian daily Corriere della Sera, Leclerc was with…

The Casino de Monte-Carlo has picked up two awards by a jury of 60 gaming industry professionals at the Global Gaming Awards and the Casino Awards during ICE London.For this fifth edition, the…

With its strong commitment to linking pop culture with art, science and education, Monaco-based Shibuya Productions invited “a real-life superhero” to the red carpet in Cannes for the preview of…

The Monaco Méditerranée Foundation (MMF) conference series is back with guest speaker Jean-David Levitte, former French Ambassador to the UN in New York then in Washington.On Thursday, June 9, the Insitute…

Grace Influential launched its Positive Impact Award on Thursday in the lead up to the 2022 Monaco Grand Prix weekend.The annual accolade will be given to a Formula One team that displays the most positive…

It was May 2019 when a 21-year-old Charles Leclerc got behind the wheel of his Formula One Ferrari to race his Monaco Grand Prix.He was not only the youngest driver to compete for Ferrari since Ricardo…

As publicists, we have the honor of working with outstanding clients who are at the highest levels of their fields. Many such professionals hail from Europe and have gifted us with insider wisdom that…

The French national statistics agency, INSEE, has reported inflation in May hit 5.8%, up from 5.4% in April.For the year May 2021 to May 2022, inflation in France surged to a 37-year high at 5.2%.Food…

“The numbers are very good,” Société des Bains de Mer (SBM) CEO Jean-Luc Biamonti told the media on Tuesday, May 31. “After losses, we are announcing profits.”Operating profit was reported at €35 million…

On Thursday, the Monegasque Association of Financial Activities (AMAF), in partnership with the Interministerial Delegation in charge of Digital Transition, organized a breakfast at the Novotel. With…

On Wednesday, the National Council passed bill No. 1057, with a majority of 13 out of 16 votes, in favour of the decommissioning of Esplanade des Pêcheurs.The plot of land publicly owned by the State…

Named “Best Bank In Monaco 2022” for the sixth consecutive year by Global Finance magazine, CFM Indosuez Wealth Management celebrated its 100th anniversary in the presence of Prince Albert at the Oceanographic…

Elias Murr, president of the Interpol Foundation, will be in Monaco to discuss “My life in service for the fight against terrorism” as part of the Monaco Méditerranée Foundation (MMF) conference series.…

Global crypto markets are facing their moment of truth these days as the broad-based slump in digital assets has intensified yet again in recent weeks. At its peak in mid-November last year, the asset…

Entrepreneur and politician Alexandra Sasha’s ambition to tackle sustainability in the fashion world emanates from her ancestral roots, specifically her biochemist grandparents who specialized in fur…

From October 3, the Community of the French Riviera (CARF) is launching a vast project to modernize the drinking water and sanitation networks in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. This will widely impact traffic…

France’s Regional Health Agency confirmed on Tuesday that drinking water in Antibes is contaminated with lead. It stated on its website, “Lead always has toxic effects on the body, even at low doses,…

UBS Monaco, the UBS Optimus Foundation and the Prince Albert Foundation (FPA2) have joined forces to create climate action in the Pelagos region.An invitation-only event was held Thursday, September 29,…

He has created two of the world’s biggest blockbuster children’s series. Now Paw Patrol creator, Keith Chapman has designs on a female cow. And with blockchain guru Martin Aram, the two Monaco residents…

How Monaco resident Alexander Vik is banking on merging the traditional, digital ans crypto worlds. A one-step CeFi and DeFi shop in the palm of your hand.When Alexander Vik tells me that people divorce…

When you want fresh fish, go to the place that serves fish fresh.I thoroughly take pleasure in the art of eating in good company and tend to be more gob smacked by juicy conversation than by pure flavor…

Following 22 years of ownership, the Morris family announced today it was “nostalgic” at the sale of Riviera Radio SAM, the only English-speaking radio station on the French Riviera, broadcasting from…

Seventy is the new 60. Wait, 60 is the new 40. But now 40 is the new 30. And then with the FaceTune app you can erase ten years. So is 70 the new 20? Forget the old chestnut: “It’s what’s inside that…

The CEO of Ryder Cup France 2018 U.S. Partners Club, Susan Feaster has done more than just revive golf in Monaco. The former D.C. lobbyist is an ace when it comes to connecting business leaders.The CEO…

He brought the Cadillac and slot machines to the Soviet Union and cofounded Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods to sell juice in Russia. The company was eventually bought out by PepsiCo making David Yakobachvili a billionaire.…

It is official. The “Your Monaco” mobile application, created as part of the Extended Monaco program, was launched on December 5 by minister of state Pierre Dartout.Aimed primarily at residents, commuters…

Opera Gallery stands out on the international art market scene with a rich and diverse selection of works in Modern and Contemporary Art.Opera Gallery is set to participate in numerousart fairs in 2023…

The 85.5-meter vessel, Sunrays, has just been awarded for the PALACE@sea recognition given by an independent commission that consists of eight highly qualified individuals. Each commission member’s…

Monaco and the environment go hand-in-hand so it was no surprise that Prince Albert and Princess Caroline were both present for a symposium on “Employment of young people and women in the Mediterranean…

2023: In which room do you want to be? And are you ready to change rooms for fitness, success and business growth? How can you manage a healthy organization to stay not only fit, but also agile in…

Marie Antoinette, the period drama produced by France’s Canal+ and the BBC and filmed at the Palaces of Versailles and Fontainebleau, follows the iconic queen, played in the series by Russian-born German…

What to expect from Charles Leclerc as he takes the wheel for his second Monaco Grand Prix.Growing up in Monaco, Charles Leclerc often shares his earliest Formula One memory about playing cars with a…

Sculptor Anthony James shines light in Opera Gallery’s online viewing room.In troubled times, art always was a gateway—a path towards solace, contemplation, evasion or even enlightenment. As we enter…

The mandate of Mr Jean-Luc Biamonti ended at the end of the Board of Directors meeting held today .Mr. Stéphane Valeri, director, succeeds him as of today, as President, appointed by the Board of Directors.A…

Monaco Art Gallery is pleased to announce Phillipe Pastor new representation by Rani Vanouska T. Modely.The work of world renown artist Philippe Pastor has been exhibited in Europe, Africa, Asia…

Crypto is all about community and in 2021 the community spoke loud and clear about its concerns regarding negative environmental impacts, sustainability, the corruption in government and governmental…

“The industry never stops. You wake up and the phone is already buzzing. It’s addicting. I love the intensity. I love the general environment of it. It’s fun. People are smart and brilliant.”   …

Admit it. You’ve seen the movie. Sure, blame it on your kids, but you walked away really believing you could train a dragon. Now you’ll have the chance to prove yourself right—while earning passive income…

Few know more about global real estate trends than Sophie Chick.THE AVERAGE PRICE per square meter in Monaco, according to Savills, increased by 18% last year while the number of new build sales also…

Jerome Solamito is part of a new generation of Monegasques who believes in the commodity market. And he is betting big on coffee.Back in 2018, Monegasque Jerome Solamito, along with a few friends,…

A Global Witness report has shined light on some of France’s biggest lenders bankrolling businesses linked to deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon, as well as in the Congo Basin and Papua New Guinea.This…

Set up in Monaco in 2009, the Service d'Information et de Contrôle sur les Circuits Financiers (SICCFIN) is a central national authority specialized in combating money laundering, terrorist financing…

Nico Rosberg takes his new Xtreme Racing team off the charts as electric SUVs compete in remote ecosystems around the world for Extreme E motorsport championship.It has been four years since Nico Rosberg…

Motor racing is a lifelong passion of mine. Coming from a country that has produced many racecar drivers, some iconic, I guess this passion developed naturally.I can recall as early as my teens,…

With all the hype about Monaco’s new fi ber optic launch, I’ve been reminiscent of my offi ce back in Miami some 20 years ago. I had just installed the then leading technology in data connectivity—the…

Opera Gallery Monaco presents its Masters Show featuring a curated selection of over 50 artworks by leading Modern, Post-War and Contemporary artists.Under the continuous High Patronage of Prince Albert,…

Committed to always offering brand new experiences to the public, Opera Gallery presented its latest immersive exhibition “Basquiat, Haring, Scharf” at its Hong Kong venue from April 1 to May 14, 2022.…

Just two days shy of St. Valentine’s Day 2022 I watched my mentor & friend boxing legend Evander Holyfield wed Shevon Harris in an intimate black-tie affair held at the Guitar Hotel in the Seminole…

The Stocks Trading AI data platform has strategically built insider components that can assist in automatic trading and choose a program with its customized technical indicators that work closely with…

Public relations is an industry that makes many people think of glossy magazines, busy publicists in sleek workwear carrying recorders with pencils behind their ears, and perhaps a schmoozy cocktail or…

Family office investment groups, or family offices, are one of the most effective ways to broaden and safeguard a person’s investment portfolio. Family office members spend time analyzing their group's…

For Alina Dyachenko, life should be all about balance, and that is why she has it as a primordial asset in both of her inspiring ventures. The CEO and Founder of Chic Icon magazine and DAKINI…

Moscow’s history and culture has long attracted Monegasques, both for business and pleasure. Today the Russian capital has earned its spot on the worldwide gastronomical map, with trendy restaurants headed…

For 60 years the restaurant in the heavens of the Hotel 29 de Paris has maintained legendary status.For 60 years, Le Grill has been powerfully perched on the eighth floor of the Hotel de…

Lifestyle investments are now worth the same as a collection of diversified assets.  The value of memories, new discoveries and authentic experiences—environmental, cultural, philanthropic and educational—are…

Long flowing hair, exquisite earrings, and an elegant floral blouse greet me with a huge smile and a just-threw-this-on, tousled appearance that only super models can get away with. Veronica Bocelli,…

How one luxury resort in Chamonix has been seducing the global elite for 170 years.It is said that the art of the holiday resort—l’art de la villégiature—was invented at the start of the 20th century…

Admit it. You’ve seen the movie. Sure, blame it on your kids, but you walked away really believing you could train a dragon. Now you’ll have the chance to prove yourself right—while earning passive income…

Last October 12, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in Monaco hosted an internal event featuring three women who are helping to shape the landscape In the Principality. Isabelle Costa (Advisor to Prince Albert’s…

“There is a catch-up phenomenon,” said Jean-Luc Biamonti, CEO of Société des Bains de Mer (SBM).  May last year he announced the “numbers are very good” for Monaco’s largest private employer. “After…

The most powerful, driver-focused interpretation of the benchmark convertible Grand Tourer is hand built with the signature carbon-neutral luxury Bentley is known for.The new GT Speed is the ultimate…

I remember as a young child, when visiting my maternal grandparents, that I found my grandfather very strange. He would suddenly spring up from his chair at night wanting to go shop for grocery. My mother…

Q then presents 007 with a new Aston Martin DB5, kitted out with gadgets galore, including rotating license plates.The iconic car went on to appear in eight Bond films as the British car manufacturer…

The Princely WorldMonaco Voice  is  delighted to invite you to attend a major Monaco events, to be held at Burj Al Arab, the global icon of Arabian luxury. A high-level cultural and social event,…

 I first learned my craft on Wall Street in the 1980s, a very different time characterized by the bravado of Gordon Gekko’s “Greed is Good” speech. During that period, I was taught that all negotiations…

The first Forbes Monaco Power Women’s Summit took place December 1 at the Hotel Hermitage. A hundred invited guests gathered in the exquisite Belle Époque salon to listen to keynote speaker Lady Cherie…

As we usher in a near year, resolutions and renewed commitments, our daily lives, and the technologies we use are also seeing the light of new possibilities.When we review how we arrived here, we have…

IntroductionMany charitable people have the practice of tithing,1 i.e., donating a tenth of their profits to charity. This article will briefly explore the historical origins of this practice, its biblical…

An inside look at the making of Dustin Plantholt. Get to know the Man, The Count of Monte Crypto, and what he learned through it all.Like many entrepreneurs, Dustin Plantholt, known to many as The Count…

What can we expect from markets in this new year !As we bid farewell to 2022, January launches with a bit of an uptick for the markets. These winds of positive change are driven by fresh starts and the…

Not to be confused with others by the same name, The Clayton Thomas, is the founder of ROOT Wellness, a company making products that tackle some of our biggest health challenges: a toxic…

Motor Racing is one of my passions. I could never have imagined that I would one day become business partners with Emerson Fittipaldi, who held the record as the youngest Formula One World Champion…

In 1970, David Green and his wife borrowed $600 to make miniature picture frames out of their garage. Two years later their small home-based arts and crafts business was making enough money for them to…

We have entered a new era of luxury. The gigayacht. A recent ranking by Bloomberg of countries with the most superyachts within two miles of their coastlines between April 15 and April 18 2019 revealed…

One day at my office in Miami, my friend Helio Castroneves called me out of the blue and told me to come downstairs. After an initial hesitation, as I was up to my neck in work, I went outside to…

Trading has been around since ingenious hunter gatherers decided to work smarter rather than harder, and like most practices, it has evolved over time. With progress comes scale, and though countless…

Although it’s been in his family for generations, you’ve probably never heard the name Joe Foster. It might surprise you to learn that he’s built a multi-billion-dollar global company,…

Prices in the metaverse are soaring and it’s not because of global inflation. Ownership and rarity are two new concepts in the internet world that are generating billions of dollars in transactions.…

From December 5 to 9, the Principality of Monaco took part in Rome, in its capacity observer, to the work of the 171st session of the Council of the United Nationsfor Food and Agriculture (FAO).This…

The work of the “Ilot Pasteur” operation, which required the closure of the uphill direction of the avenue de Fontvieille since September 12, have experienced an acceleration during…

An emblematic work of the Principality's historical and religious heritage, the Gonfalon des White Penitents, has just been permanently installed in the Chapel of Mercy. The state of conservation…

A new meeting was held this Friday morning under the chairmanship of the Minister of State, in the presence in particular of the Government Counselor-Minister of Finance and Economy, the…

The “Les Carabiniers du Prince” exhibition took place this weekend at the Monaco Monte- Carl. Twelve photographs dating from 1890 to 2022 are presented, in chronological order, until…

On Wednesday, December 14th, the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary: 10 years of action that have seen the fulfilment of many educational projects, events and…

Rising majestically above the azure waters of the Mediterranean sea and the captivating Principality of Monaco, Tour Odéon takes luxurious living to dazzling new heights. The collective vision…

The Dubai-based trading company Genesis is not only asking the question, but providing the answer.   Who doesn’t remember Bruno Mars singing “I wanna be a billionaire so f***ing bad”…

 Monaco Government announces the tariff shield and the measures taken to control energy consumption. This Wednesday, November 16, the Minister of State, Pierre Dartout and Celine Caron-Dagioni,…

For the sixteenth consecutive year, Santa Claus opens his secretariat at Monaco Post Office from Monday 21st of November 2022. The entire team has begun its work, which will last until Friday, December…

On the side-lines of the World Cup in Qatar, while the world is facing unprecedented geopolitical tensions, significant stakeholders in peace-through-sport will meet at the Peace and Sport…

Monaco's only university is Université de Monaco, the International University of Monaco, founded in 1986, a non-profit private institution of higher education. Officially recognized by the…

History The history of the Monaco Red Cross is intricately linked to the Prince’s Family. Created on 3rd March 1948 by Prince Louis II, the Monaco Red Cross was recognised in the same year by the…

Despite the fact that the territory of Monaco is just 2 square kilometers, local brands and industries are successfully building their business not only in the principality, but also abroad.   …

The national flag of the Principality of Monaco has two equal horizontal bands, of red (top) and white (bottom), both of which have been the heraldic colours of the House…

The Princess Grace Rose Garden was originally created in 1984 as a memorial to the wife of Prince Rainier III, Grace Kelly. You will find a memorial statue of Princess Grace in the rose garden surrounded…

While filming a documentary on the resettlement of Ukrainian refugees in the United States, one of the most famous ladies in food takes a break to speak to Forbes Monaco Editor Dustin Plantholt, The Count…

Marina De Golle is a fashion brand that is inspired by art, modern architecture, clean, bold lines, and retro aesthetics. Story of the brand Marina De Golle started her business in 2008.In a few years a…

SPORTEL MONACO is an annual event, linked to the world of sport, business and media.The legendary event will be back from 24 to 26 October 2022 at the Grimaldi Forum Monaco. SPORTEL became one…

Roni Horn is an American visual artist and writer. To create her unique works Roni uses different techniques and genres: drawing, photography, installation, sculpture and literature. She crafts…

9th Ladies Rally of Vintage Cars is a charity event organized by Child Care Monaco. This bright event brings together women of different nationalities, coming from the art and business worlds for a fascinating…

September is a very special time for the inhabitants of the Port Hercule in Monaco. It's the time when the most fancy yachts arrive in the port, when every day you can hear DJ sets from parties and…

Despite the fact that the territory of Monaco is just 2 square kilometers, local brands and industries are successfully building their business not only in the principality, but also abroad.   …

The new round of the Belgian Grand Prix race was a tough test for Charles Leclerc and the Ferrari team. On Sunday 28 August, after a long break, the drivers were back on the start line on the Circuit…

In the twenties of the last century Antony Noghès (founder of the Automobile Club de Monaco) decided to realize an ambitious project: create an automotive racetrack in the principality. The idea…

Many famous tennis players have set their residency in Monaco. The reason for this is not only the perfect Mediterranean weather, comfortable tennis court in the Monte Carlo Country Club, active social…

Marc Kappel, a fashion designer of Dutch origin, presents a fashion brand for successful men. The brand's philosophy is a stylish design with functionality. Comfort multiplied by premium quality materials…

Monaco's small surface area of just 2.2 square kilometers creates a unique microclimate in the Principality. Narrow streets, cozy villas, viewpoints with stunning views of the Mediterranean coast. Even…

Despite the fact that the territory of Monaco is just 2 square kilometers, local brands and industries are successfully building their business not only in the Principality, but also abroad. What is the…

Monaco is famous for the events: Monaco Grand Prix, Monte-Carlo Gala for Planetary Health, Red Cross Gala, International Circus Festival and Monaco Yacht Show. The calendar starts in early spring, when…

The Cars Сollection of HSH the Prince of Monaco is a unique museum. Last month the famous exhibition was closed to the public and finally moved to the modern venue in the heart of Monaco.   …

Statistics say that the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco is the most visited museum of marine science in all Europe and also the oldest one. Every year the museum exceeds 700,000 visitors! Here you will…

During the last years the Principality of Monaco has become the second home for many famous people. Celebrities, artists, athletes and legendary drivers. Check our guide to know whom you can meet on the…

Despite the fact that the territory of Monaco is just 2 square kilometers, local brands and industries are successfully building their business not only in the principality, but also abroad.   …

Monaco is a myth – a myth that is very much alive. It was Grace Kelly who created a unique alliance between Hollywood and high nobility, when she married Prince Rainier III. Together they turned…

Another round of the Formula 1 race turned out to be a disappointing loss for the Monegasque driver. This time during the race in Hungary the driver from the Principality of Monaco Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)…