Reading Time : 2 minutes Superman’s latest film leads the summer box office, crossing $406 million globally. With steady momentum, it surpasses earlier franchise records. However, Marvel’s Fantastic Four, set to release soon, could change the competition. The summer box office remains strong, up 16% from last year, reflecting renewed cinema enthusiasm after years of sluggish growth.
Reading Time : 2 minutesChina grew 5.2% in Q2 2025, beating forecasts despite tariffs and a weak property sector. Strong exports and manufacturing drove growth, but domestic consumption and real estate remain soft. The government stays on track for 5% annual growth but risks loom with tariffs and weak demand.
Reading Time : 2 minutesThe crypto market just smashed the $4 trillion mark, driven by U.S. regulatory clarity and massive institutional investment. With Bitcoin ETFs booming and stablecoins gaining legitimacy, digital assets are firmly stepping into mainstream finance.
Reading Time : 2 minutesStarting October 2025, the US imposes a $250 Visa Integrity Fee on non-immigrant visas to curb overstays. Travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries are exempt, but others face higher costs for tourism, study, or work.
Reading Time : 3 minutesThe EU is likely to shelve its digital tax due to US resistance and implementation challenges. The focus shifts to the OECD’s global tax reform, aiming for fairer rules for tech giants. This pragmatic move avoids trade disputes but delays immediate action, leaving debates on innovation and tax fairness unresolved as international cooperation takes center stage
Reading Time : 2 minutesBroadcom launches its Tomahawk Ultra networking chip to rival Nvidia’s NVLink, offering four times more connectivity within a single rack. Built on open-standards Ethernet and a 5nm process, it’s already shipping and aims to reshape AI compute infrastructures.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The Pentagon just awarded $200 million contracts to OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, and Elon Musk’s xAI. The goal is to integrate advanced AI into defense and government operations. This move underscores the US military’s determination to stay ahead in the AI race, particularly against China. The initiative also introduces Musk’s “Grok for Government” AI tools.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Google confirmed the long-speculated merger of ChromeOS and Android. The two systems will unify into a single platform, streamlining development and enhancing user experience across devices. This integration is gradual but marks a significant shift in Google’s strategy, directly positioning it against Apple’s seamless ecosystem of macOS and iPadOS while maintaining compatibility with existing hardware.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Manus AI is relocating its headquarters from China to Singapore, closing its entire team in Wuhan and Beijing. The shift responds to rising US-China tensions and aims to secure vital Nvidia chips. New offices in the US and Japan reflect Manus’s global ambitions, while its presence in China vanishes, including wiped social media accounts and blocked website access.
Reading Time : 2 minutesIntel’s new CEO Lip-Bu Tan delivers unprecedented honesty about the company’s fall from grace, admitting Intel is no longer among the top 10 semiconductor companies and has missed the AI revolution entirely, marking a dramatic transformation for the former industry leader.
Reading Time : 2 minutesNVIDIA became the first company to hit a $4 trillion market cap on December 4, 2024, surpassing Apple and Microsoft. Fueled by its H100 and Blackwell chips, NVIDIA’s stock soared over 200% in 2024, driven by the AI boom. This milestone highlights NVIDIA’s dominance in AI infrastructure and its pivotal role in shaping the future of technology.
Reading Time : 2 minutesApple is reportedly eyeing the US broadcasting rights for Formula 1, seeking to capitalize on the sport’s soaring popularity and its own successful F1 movie. With ESPN’s contract expiring, this move could significantly boost Apple TV+’s live sports offerings, attracting a massive new subscriber base as the bidding war for the lucrative rights intensifies.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has rejoined Goldman Sachs as a senior advisor, marking his return to high finance. The position focuses on global economics, geopolitics, and mentoring. Sunak’s salary will be donated to charity, and restrictions are in place to prevent conflicts of interest. He continues to serve as an MP during this new role.
Reading Time : 3 minutesShein, the fast-fashion giant, has filed for a Hong Kong IPO to pressure UK regulators delaying its London listing. Facing hurdles over human rights disclosures, the Singapore-based company aims to leverage Hong Kong’s flexible regulations. This strategic move could reshape Shein’s global financial strategy and influence other firms eyeing international markets.
Reading Time : 2 minutesPresident Trump claims a deal to transfer TikTok’s U.S. operations to American ownership is near, with talks possibly starting soon. Despite China’s vague response, the deal aligns with U.S. laws limiting ByteDance’s stake. Tensions from recent tariffs and extended deadlines highlight the ongoing U.S.-China trade disputes affecting TikTok’s future.
