Reading Time : 2 minutes Once a towering symbol of stalled ambition, Tianjin’s 597-meter Goldin Finance 117—nicknamed “The Walking Stick”—is finally back under construction after nearly a decade of abandonment. With a new team and fresh plans, the skyscraper might still claim its place in the skyline by 2027.
Reading Time : 2 minutes OpenAI’s ChatGPT is evolving into a virtual shopping assistant. From browsing to buying, new features like Operator and Shopify integration promise a frictionless retail experience—right from the chat window.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Companies are pivoting from chasing pure growth to seeking profitability. CFOs now focus on capital efficiency, sustainable metrics, and cash flow instead of rapid expansion. This new strategy reflects changing economic conditions and investor expectations, leading businesses to value long-term health over short-term wins. A more mature, measured approach to success is finally in motion.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Elon Musk’s energy faded as Tesla’s profits nosedived 71%. The EV giant struggles with shrinking margins and growing competition. Musk’s unusually somber tone raised eyebrows and questions about Tesla’s future direction and market position.
Reading Time : 2 minutesCATL just shook up the EV world with three new battery techs. Their latest breakthroughs include a 5-minute charge lithium pack, a sodium-ion battery ready for mass production, and a dual-chemistry system offering up to 1,500 km range. These innovations could change how we drive, charge, and power electric vehicles across industries.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Oita Airport is now Hello Kitty central. The rebrand adds a Sanrio splash to Kyushu tourism during World Expo 2025, with themed interiors and exclusive goodies for fans.
Reading Time : 2 minutesDespite rising tariffs in 2025, e-commerce continues to surge as businesses adapt by diversifying suppliers and optimizing fulfillment. Consumers value online convenience and accelerate purchases ahead of price hikes. Temporary tariff suspensions and data-driven strategies help retailers manage costs, proving that innovation and agility enable e-commerce to thrive even amid challenging trade policies and increased import costs.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Nvidia’s $12B Chinese market lifeline has snapped after the U.S. blocked H20 chip exports, prompting a major loss and stock drop.
Reading Time : 2 minutesTumblr’s revival is driven by Gen Z’s creativity and Millennials’ nostalgia, though challenges remain in sustaining growth amidst competition.
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 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 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 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 minutesH&M introduces AI-generated digital twins in its new campaign, transforming fashion marketing by streamlining content production while maintaining ethical standards.
