Reading Time : 2 minutes Foreign investors are pulling away from U.S. assets as volatility, inflation fears, and trade uncertainty erode trust in the American economy. Confidence is slipping fast, and markets are feeling it.
Reading Time : 2 minutes As AI evolves, the value of liberal arts is resurging. Tech companies are turning to history, literature, and philosophy graduates to add empathy, ethics, and nuance to AI systems. This human-centric perspective ensures technology doesn’t lose sight of the values that define us. The future of AI might just be more about people than machines.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Fearing price hikes from new tariffs, many Americans are upgrading their iPhones sooner than planned. With costs of manufacturing in China skyrocketing, Apple may soon pass these increases on to consumers, prompting a retail panic.
Reading Time : 2 minutesBelgium is bracing for economic turbulence as new U.S. tariffs threaten to slash its export revenue and shave billions off its GDP. With key sectors like chemicals and machinery at risk, officials warn of serious repercussions. The EU is rallying for a coordinated response while the ECB signals concern over inflation and growth. It’s a tense moment for Belgian trade and political stability.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAmazon’s Project Kuiper aims to launch over 3,200 satellites to deliver global high-speed internet, competing with SpaceX’s Starlink.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s stock volatility reveals deeper concerns about how fast AI is actually being adopted. As export fears and new tariffs loom, investors grow impatient with the slow real-world payoff from cutting-edge AI tech.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The impending 25% tariffs on imported vehicles are causing a surge in car sales as consumers rush to buy before prices rise significantly.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina, Japan, and South Korea have agreed to join forces against U.S. tariffs, marking a significant shift in regional trade dynamics.
Reading Time : 2 minutes ASML dominates the semiconductor industry with its EUV lithography technology, making it the sole enabler of cutting-edge computer chips. Despite massive investments, China has failed to replicate its success, leaving ASML at the center of the global tech landscape. This Dutch powerhouse controls the future of AI, defense systems, and the ongoing US-China tech rivalry.
Reading Time : 2 minutes U.S. scientists face uncertainty as funding cuts threaten research careers. Many are considering relocation to countries like France, where stable support and new opportunities exist. With 75% of researchers thinking about leaving, the U.S. risks losing its scientific edge. How will this shift affect global innovation?
Reading Time : 2 minutes A sharp decline in economic optimism among small business owners has been recorded, with confidence dropping by 10 percentage points. Rising uncertainty, inflation worries, and labor quality issues contribute to the decline. Many entrepreneurs now hesitate to expand, fearing financial instability. The latest survey shows the lowest optimism levels since the early pandemic.
Reading Time : 2 minutes A leaked Signal chat exposed US officials’ harsh criticism of European allies, sparking diplomatic tensions and raising questions about security protocols.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Retail media networks saw impressive growth in 2024, with Amazon leading at $56.2 billion in ad revenue. Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Criteo also reported significant gains. Despite these successes, retailers remain cautious about economic uncertainties that could impact future growth.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina leads in industrial robotics, surpassing Allemagne and Japan in robot density. Domestic manufacturers now control nearly half of the market, but reliance on foreign semiconductors poses risks. The workforce is adapting to automation, yet concerns remain about job displacement. While China dominates deployment, its technological dependence makes long-term competitiveness uncertain.
Reading Time : 2 minutesWealthy Americans are moving large sums abroad due to political and economic fears, favoring Switzerland and other offshore destinations.
