Nvidia’s AI Storm : Chips, Markets, and Delayed Dreams

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.

Small Business Optimism Drops Amid Economic Concerns

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.

The Growth of Retail Media Networks in 2024

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.

TSMC Proposes Intel Foundry JV with Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom

Reading Time : 2 minutesTSMC has proposed a joint venture with Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom to manage Intel’s foundry division, aiming to revitalize U.S. semiconductor manufacturing. The deal could reshape Intel’s future but faces challenges in integration and regulatory approval. If successful, it may strengthen domestic chip production while redefining industry dynamics among major global players.

Mixue: The Ice Cream Giant Outpacing McDonald’s and Starbucks

Reading Time : 3 minutesMixue Ice Cream and Tea, with 45,000 stores, tops McDonald’s and Starbucks. Founded in China, it raised $444 million in a 2025 IPO, with shares up 40%. Its mascot, Snow King, and 83-cent treats drive its appeal amid economic woes, doubling locations in two years.

Microsoft’s Majorana 1 Chip and a New State of Matter

Reading Time : 2 minutesMicrosoft introduces Majorana 1, a quantum chip using a new state of matter, topological superconductors. With the potential to support 1 million qubits, this innovation could reshape quantum computing. Scientists remain cautious, awaiting independent verification of this bold leap.

BYD Offers Smart Driving Tech for Free, Challenging Tesla

Reading Time : 2 minutesBYD’s bold move to offer its “God’s Eye” smart driving system for free shakes up the EV market, challenging Tesla’s $8,800 tech. As competition intensifies, the future of affordable autonomous driving looks more dynamic than ever.