US Rich Hide Cash Abroad
Reading Time : 2 minutesWealthy Americans are moving large sums abroad due to political and economic fears, favoring Switzerland and other offshore destinations.
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Thailand’s $28B Mega Canal Project: A Bold Vision or a Dream?
Reading Time : 2 minutesThailand’s $28 billion mega canal project remains an ambitious but uncertain vision. Originally planned to bypass the Strait of Malacca, the idea has given way to a landbridge project, offering a more practical solution for trade. While the canal concept isn’t entirely abandoned, Thailand’s current focus is on developing an efficient overland transport corridor.
Trump vs. John Deere : The Tariff Controversy
Reading Time : 3 minutesTrump recently threatened a 200% tariff on John Deere products over plans to shift production to Mexico. Farmers showed support, but critics like Mark Cuban called it harmful. Experts warned of trade deal violations. As of now, Deere hasn’t changed course, and the tariffs remain unimplemented.
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.
Pokémon GO’s Future
Reading Time : 2 minutesPokémon GO’s future under Scopely sparks player concerns about monetization despite continuity in its development team and existing partnerships.
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.
AI Art Auction Dilemma
Reading Time : 2 minutesChristie’s AI art auction saw mixed results amid controversy over copyright concerns. Despite this, Refik Anadol’s work excelled, highlighting growing interest in AI-generated art. The auction raised complex questions about the future of AI art.
Trump’s $5M Gold Card : A New Path to U.S. Residency
Reading Time : 3 minutesTrump’s $5M “gold card” offers U.S. residency to rich foreigners, skipping EB-5’s job rules. Set for March 2025, it aims to cut the deficit, but will millionaires bite when Italy’s deal is $260k? With 277,000 global tycoons eligible, it’s a bold bid for cash and talent.
Microsoft Dragon Copilot Unveiled
Reading Time : 2 minutesMicrosoft introduces Dragon Copilot, an AI assistant streamlining healthcare workflows by automating tasks and improving patient care.
DeepSeek’s AI Margin
Reading Time : 2 minutesDeepSeek claims a theoretical 545% profit margin, sparking debate on AI profitability and efficiency.
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.
Google Launches AI Co-Scientist to Transform Research
Reading Time : 2 minutesGoogle’s AI co-scientist, part of the Gemini 2.0 platform, promises to transform scientific research by generating hypotheses and expediting discoveries. Early results show significant potential, but ethical concerns and limitations must be addressed through a Trusted Tester Program aimed at responsible exploration.
K-Pop Stocks Surge in February
Reading Time : 2 minutesK-pop stocks are soaring in February, with Hybe leading gains due to BTS’s military discharge. The industry’s global appeal and live events revenue post-COVID are key drivers.
Musk’s Bold Move : $97B Bid for OpenAI Control
Reading Time : 2 minutesTech mogul Elon Musk, leading a consortium, has made a stunning $97.4 billion bid to seize control of OpenAI, the AI powerhouse behind ChatGPT. This move follows escalating legal battles and accusations that OpenAI has strayed from its original mission.