Zuckerberg’s Big Pivot: Why Meta is Ditching the Metaverse Dream for the AI Gold Rush
Meta is pivoting hard, slashing its metaverse budget to go all-in on the AI gold rush. Discover why and what it means for the future of tech.
Digital Borders and Deception: Why Taiwan’s Ban on RedNote Signals a New Era of Financial Risk
Taiwan’s ban on the Chinese app RedNote over fraud reveals the growing risks at the intersection of social media, fintech, and geopolitical tensions.
Giants Under Pressure: Are Singapore’s Sovereign Wealth Funds Losing Their Edge?
Singapore’s investment giants, Temasek and GIC, face scrutiny after recent returns lag global peers. Is this a temporary blip or a sign of a deeper issue?
Beyond the Handshake: Decoding the Trump-Brokered Peace Deal and Its Billion-Dollar Mineral Prize
A historic peace deal between Rwanda and DRC, brokered by Trump, trades mineral access for an end to 30 years of conflict, reshaping global markets.
The £100 Million Extra Hour: How a World Cup Final Could Supercharge the UK Economy
A UK plan to extend pub hours for the World Cup offers a fascinating look into event-driven economics, impacting finance, investing, and fintech sectors.
Redrawing the Lines of Profit: How the Supreme Court’s Texas Map Ruling Impacts the Economy and Your Investments
A Supreme Court ruling on a Texas electoral map has major implications for the economy, stock market, and sectors from banking to fintech. Here’s why.
The Billion-Dollar Threat: Why Social Media Must Be Held Liable for Financial Scams
Social media is a breeding ground for financial scams, costing consumers billions. It’s time to shift the burden from victims to platforms through robust EU regulation.
The Great Contradiction: Is the US the World’s Financial Cop and Its Biggest Tax Haven?
The US champions global financial transparency while operating as one of the world’s top secrecy jurisdictions. This post explores this great contradiction.
Beyond the Tech Giants: Is Web3 the Answer to AI’s Centralization Problem?
Big Tech’s AI dominance poses risks. Web3 and blockchain offer a decentralized alternative, promising a more open, competitive, and user-owned digital economy.
The £2.3 Billion Question: Is the UK’s Biggest Tech Subsidy a Genius Investment or a Giveaway to the Rich?
The UK’s EIS & VCT schemes cost taxpayers £2.3bn annually. Is this a vital engine for innovation or a poorly monitored subsidy for the wealthy?
Australia’s $3.5 Trillion Pension Paradox: Why the System’s Biggest Success is Also its Hidden Flaw
Australia’s famed superannuation system is a marvel of wealth accumulation. But a critical flaw in its design leaves retirees facing a perilous future.
The Fintech Paradox: High-Interest Payouts Amid a Funding Crisis. Is This Joined-Up Thinking?
How can fintechs offer high savings rates while facing a funding crisis? We dissect the paradox of their business model in today’s tough economic climate.