Here are the August 2022 events:Everything that changes for you in August: your flight can be canceled, cryptocurrency platforms start including new fees and you will enjoy a national holiday.
August is a month in which several novelties are expected in different fields, such as tourism, technology, motor or sport.
Despite the fact that a good part of the population is on vacation, changes do not stop occurring in August, hence it is worth being attentive.
You should be careful if you are going to travel by plane, because some airlines are canceling flights. You also have to be attentive if you invest in cryptocurrencies: the platforms are going to start charging a new fee. And if you are a sports lover, surely you have this month marked on the calendar, since the football league begins.
Everything that changes for you in August is detailed below.
August 2022 events
- Be careful if you travel by plane: there will be flight cancellations
It is possible that you already have a trip planned for the month of August and that you are going to go by plane.
In this case, keep an eye out: cancellations are expected on several airlines, due to strikes and lack of staff.
Airlines have canceled 25,378 flights worldwide for August. Of this amount, 60% belong to Europe, and the number can be increased.
The most serious problems are being experienced at the airports of cities such as London and Amsterdam, so be careful if you travel to one of these cities.
Spain is not being one of the most affected countries, but airlines such as Ryanair, British Airways or easyJet have canceled numerous flights in July, and the same is expected in August. This may affect your travel in Europe if you have chosen these airlines.
Remember that if your flight is canceled you are entitled to a refund of the ticket and compensation of up to 600 euros, depending on the distance of the trip.
August 2022 events crypto world
- Inactivity fees on cryptocurrency platforms begin
Cryptocurrency platforms are looking for new sources of income in the face of the crisis, and this implies a higher expense for the user.
The Bitstamp platform will apply, from next August 1, 2022, an inactivity fee to its customers.
This is a fee of 10 euros per month that will be applied only to inactive customers.
If in the 12 months preceding August 1, 2022, the client has traded, deposited, withdrawn or invested in assets with Bitstamp Earn, he will not be affected by the inactivity fee.
If you are registered on this platform and you have not used it for a year, you better unsubscribe as soon as possible.
August 2022 events auto world
- Xiaomi presents its electric car
Xiaomi is jumping on the electric car bandwagon: in August it will present its first prototype, although the exact date is unknown so far.
The Chinese company has made an investment of 10,000 million dollars (9,700 million euros) to enter this market.
The first models in production will not arrive until 2024, at which time 150,000 units will be produced annually.
August 2022 events vr
- You can ask for help to carry out projects in the metaverse
The Government is going to allocate 3.8 million euros in this item to innovative projects in the audiovisual field or video games that use such technologies.
The aid is aimed at self-employed professionals and companies working on experimental development and process innovation projects through technologies associated with the metaverse and Web3.
The application must be made between August 4 and 31, 2022, through the specific form published at the electronic headquarters of the State Secretariat for Telecommunications and Digital Infrastructures of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation.
It will be necessary to attach the project report, milestone plan, schedule, agreements concluded with third parties and economic report.
The deadline for accepting the application is 5 working days.
August 2022 events smartphones
- OnePlus presents its second flagship of 2022
OnePlus will present its new high-end smartphone on August 3. This is the OnePlus 10T, which will be launched on the market with the new version of its operating system customization layer, OxygenOS 13.
This operating system is going to offer a fast and smooth user experience. It will also have a new design and improved security.
Another of the novelties is that it will be compatible for the first time with Spotify, while the rest of the improvements will focus on video games, connectivity and customization
-It's time to rest: there is a national holiday in August
The month of August is traditionally the month of the holidays, and this becomes even better when there are holidays involved.
August 15 is a national holiday, and it also falls on a Monday, so you can take the opportunity to make a bridge.
This date is perfect for a weekend getaway, either to a rural setting or to the coast. Of course, you should keep in mind that almost everyone will use that bridge to travel, so it's better to avoid certain destinations that can end up getting crowded.
August 2022 events football
- Do you like football? LaLiga starts
Football lovers are looking forward to the arrival of the month of August; it is the time when LaLiga returns.
The first day will be played between August 12 and 15. The advance is due to the Qatar World Cup, which is held in November and December, at which time the domestic championship will stop.
This year you will be able to watch all the matches on Movistar Plus +, since Telefónica reached an agreement with the Dazn platform.
In principle, Movistar Plus + will be the only option to follow all the first and second division matches.
- The month of August 2022 is loaded with numerous novelties in different areas.
- Beware of flight cancellations if you are going to travel, pay attention to the electric car that Xiaomi will present and do not miss the start of the football league if you are a lover of this sport.
