Reading Time : 2 minutesWall Street’s leading investors are predicting gold could soar to $5000 as economic uncertainty, rising debt, and geopolitical tensions strengthen its appeal. With central banks expanding reserves and investor confidence in fiat currencies waning, gold is regaining strategic importance. Optimists see structural demand ahead, while skeptics warn of overreliance on extreme scenarios.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina has entered the UN’s Global Innovation Index top 10 for the first time, pushing Germany out of the ranking. While Switzerland, Sweden, and the US hold the lead, China’s surge in patents and R&D spending signals a major shift in global innovation power. Meanwhile, global research growth has slowed to its weakest pace in years.
Reading Time : 2 minutesHong Kong is positioning itself as China’s crypto testing ground, rolling out new rules for stablecoin issuance. But strict licensing requirements and high compliance costs have cooled early enthusiasm. While the city hopes to rival global hubs, its cautious approach risks slowing momentum, leaving Hong Kong balancing ambition and restraint under Beijing’s watchful eye.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTaiwanese companies demonstrated robust growth in August 2025, with significant revenue gains driven by AI and technology demand. Tong Yang, IoT Smart, and Inventec led the surge, benefiting from rising orders, cloud service adoption, and AI server needs. This momentum highlights Taiwan’s vital role in the global tech ecosystem, underscoring its resilience and innovation strength.
Reading Time : 2 minutesQualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon stated Intel’s chipmaking technology isn’t ready to meet Qualcomm’s efficiency and performance standards. While the company sticks with TSMC and Samsung, Amon said Intel could still become a partner if it improves. For now, Qualcomm prioritizes proven suppliers to keep its Snapdragon platforms ahead in the semiconductor race.
Reading Time : 2 minutesSalesforce cut 4,000 jobs as AI took over half of its customer service tasks, and investors applauded. Revenue beat expectations at $10.24 billion, signaling a new era where automation fuels profits. But the rise of AI-driven layoffs highlights the growing tension between efficiency for businesses and job security for workers.
Reading Time : 2 minutesNvidia is preparing a new AI chip, the B30A, tailored for China with enhanced performance and features. Despite regulatory hurdles and domestic competition, Chinese firms eagerly anticipate the chip’s arrival as Nvidia aims to maintain its significant market presence amid geopolitical challenges.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe Taiwan stock market showed strong growth in the second half of 2025, driven by major technology stocks like TSMC and MediaTek. Global economic improvements and expected U.S. interest rate cuts further supported the market. The AI industry remains a key growth driver. However, investors should stay cautious as short-term volatility and profit-taking pressures persist.
Reading Time : 2 minutesApple faces a major shake-up as India and China impose 100% tariffs on iPhones. With rising competition from local brands and shrinking market share, the tech giant is under pressure to rethink its strategies to maintain relevance and investor confidence in two of its most important markets.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTesla’s European sales continue to plummet, falling for the eighth month in a row as competition from BYD and other Chinese automakers intensifies. Stagnant models, political backlash, and collapsing resale values are pushing Tesla to the edge, while BYD rapidly gains market share across key European markets.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina commits $1.4 billion and fast-tracks a development bank to expand the SCO’s economic influence amid global tensions. The summit also saw progress on China-India relations, signaling growing diplomatic and economic cooperation in Eurasia’s powerful new bloc. This marks a shift toward multilateralism and a challenge to Western-led global orders.
Reading Time : 2 minutesEthereum saw a surge of whale accumulation in August, with large investors purchasing a combined 1.44 million ETH. In the final three
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe US dollar faces its sharpest monthly decline in over a year amid rising expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in September. This dollar weakness has propelled gold to a July high, supported by dovish Fed signals and soft labor data. Political tensions over Fed independence add to market volatility as investors await key inflation data.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is highly anticipated as it signals the strength of AI’s growth and highlights supply chain ripples. While growth is expected despite geopolitical challenges, the uncertain Chinese market looms large. The results will provide key insights into AI’s momentum and global tech sector health, influencing investor strategies worldwide.
Reading Time : 2 minutesFrench markets fell sharply as Prime Minister Bayrou’s government faces collapse over controversial austerity measures. Banks lost billions, bonds came under pressure, and European markets also declined, highlighting the economic and political uncertainty in France.
