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Reading Time : 2 minutesSilver has surged past sixty dollars an ounce for the first time, driven by a supply squeeze, strong industrial demand, and expectations of lower interest rates. Investors are turning to the metal both as a safe haven and as a play on technology growth, pushing prices far beyond this year’s earlier highs and reshaping the precious-metals landscape.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe U.S. has decided to let Nvidia sell its H200 AI chips to selected customers in China, reopening part of a market that was blocked by earlier export controls. Washington will take a share of the revenue, while China gains access to hardware it struggled to replace. The move reshapes commercial, political, and technological dynamics across the Pacific.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAsian borrowers are increasingly turning to euro-denominated debt as funding costs improve and reliance on the U.S. dollar feels riskier. Companies and governments across the region issued record levels of euro bonds this year, reflecting both economic strategy and geopolitical caution. The shift marks a gradual move toward more balanced, multipolar financing options on global markets.
Reading Time : 3 minutesGlobal trade and capital flows soared before 2008, driven by liberalization and technology. Since then, geopolitical tensions, the financial crash, and the pandemic have triggered “slowbalisation”. Cross-border investment and trade are shrinking relative to GDP, marking a reversal of integration.
Reading Time : 3 minutesVietnam has signed more than forty million dollars’ worth of 5G contracts with Huawei and ZTE, signalling a shift toward Chinese suppliers after tensions with the United States. The deals mark a strategic recalibration that raises concerns among Western partners while Vietnam accelerates its nationwide 5G rollout and experiments with flexible, open-architecture networks.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe ECB is warning eurozone banks to brace for a wave of unusual and persistent risks driven by geopolitics, climate events, shifting trade dynamics and rapid technological change. While banks remain well-capitalized, vulnerabilities linked to dollar funding and market volatility could trigger pressure. The ECB urges stronger buffers and tighter risk controls to withstand potential shocks.
Reading Time : 2 minutesSiemens CEO Roland Busch will headline CES 2026, unveiling a bold vision for “industrial tech for the AI era.” He’ll spotlight how Siemens plans to scale AI through digital twins, automation, and real‑world deployment—transforming traditional industries and reinforcing its role as a pioneer in connected, intelligent systems.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGoogle DeepMind has brought in Boston Dynamics’ former CTO Aaron Saunders to push its robotics ambitions far beyond software. His arrival signals a shift toward building real-world machines powered by Gemini, DeepMind’s multimodal AI. The company wants to create a unified platform for robots, blending advanced reasoning with durable hardware to move robotics into its next global breakthrough phase.
Reading Time : 2 minutesFoxconn is joining forces with OpenAI to develop and manufacture advanced AI data-center hardware in the United States. The partnership focuses on building racks, power systems, and networking components in several U.S. facilities, giving OpenAI early access to new designs. The move strengthens the domestic AI supply chain while marking a major shift in Foxconn’s long-term strategy.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTaipei and Shin Kong Life finally reached a deal to end the rights contracts on the Beitou–Shilin Technology Park sites, clearing the way for NVIDIA to build its new Taipei base. With the investment plan already approved and negotiations nearly wrapped, the city expects signing to finish next week and construction to begin next summer.
Reading Time : 2 minutesQuantum computing is pushing digital security toward a turning point. Algorithms that protect today’s communications could be broken once quantum machines reach enough power, creating risks for governments, companies, and anyone storing sensitive data. While the threat isn’t immediate, experts warn that preparation must start now, with new quantum-resistant standards already in development.
Reading Time : 2 minutesEconomic data for Q3 2025 reveals that the Eurozone expanded by a cautious 0.2 percent, reflecting a mild but uncertain improvement. The wider EU did slightly better, while major economies like Germany and Italy showed no growth. France performed more strongly, keeping the region above zero. The outlook remains delicate and heavily dependent on selective domestic contributions.
Reading Time : 2 minutesCitigroup’s CEO Jane Fraser reports rapid growth in China, driven by increased demand for cross-border corporate banking services. While Citi retreats from consumer banking, it doubles down on institutional clients across Asia. Analysts stay cautious, but the bank presents China as a renewed opportunity in a shifting global landscape, where digital and distributed finance continue to reshape strategy.
Reading Time : 2 minutesCentral banks are gradually diversifying their reserves away from the U.S. dollar, turning to smaller G10 and emerging market currencies while boosting gold holdings. The shift is slow but steady, reflecting growing geopolitical caution and a search for stability in a multipolar financial world where the dollar’s long-standing supremacy is being quietly challenged.
Reading Time : 2 minutesMicrosoft has launched a new AI organization that will begin its work in medical diagnostics. The group, led by experienced AI executives, aims to create the infrastructure needed for future superintelligent systems while first proving value in healthcare. By focusing on diagnostic support, Microsoft can test advanced models in a controlled and impactful environment before expanding to broader applications.
