South Africa’s removal from the FATF grey list marks a critical turning point for the country’s economic future. Business leaders argue this reprieve must be leveraged to embed integrity into the economy’s operating system. The private sector’s role in rebuilding institutional trust will determine w
Ukraine’s largest mobile operator Kyivstar has partnered with Starlink to launch direct satellite connectivity to regular smartphones. The service attracted 300,000 signups in 24 hours as Russia’s attacks have destroyed nearly 70% of Ukraine’s power generation capacity. This represents a critical li
Michael Burry, famous for predicting the 2008 housing crisis, is now betting over $1 billion against Nvidia and the AI boom. His new Substack newsletter already has 90,000 subscribers as he warns of an AI bubble. Nvidia has responded with a seven-page memo defending its accounting practices.
In a surprising pricing shift, Apple’s newest MacBook Pro with M5 chip is now cheaper than last year’s M4 model. The 512GB M5 configuration dropped to $1,399 from $1,599, while the M4 version remains at full price. This creates an unusual scenario where the latest generation costs less than its pred
A newly merged company with gaming and mobile hardware roots wants to build $5 billion worth of AI data centers in emerging markets. The ambitious plan raises immediate questions about expertise and execution. Details won’t emerge until 2026 at the earliest.
Wevo has introduced a breakthrough adhesive that combines thermal management with structural bonding capabilities. The material addresses key challenges in electric vehicle battery design by eliminating the need for separate thermal interface materials and mechanical fasteners.
Congressional leaders are demanding testimony from Anthropic’s CEO about a sophisticated Chinese cyberattack that used the company’s Claude AI to autonomously target major institutions. The attack reportedly succeeded against several targets with minimal human involvement, marking a dangerous escala
Warner Bros. Discovery is officially exploring a sale with three major bidders in the mix. Paramount Skydance appears to be the frontrunner despite potential antitrust concerns. The deal could reshape streaming, studios, and cable news ownership.
The US is experiencing a semiconductor manufacturing boom, capturing nearly 90% of global chip investments in 2025 alone. TSMC and Samsung are leading the charge with massive Arizona and Texas facilities while facing pressure from Trump administration tariff threats.
Xbox Cloud Gaming usage has increased dramatically according to new Microsoft data. Game Pass members are streaming 45% more hours compared to last year, with console users showing particularly strong growth. The service recently launched its 1.0 version and expanded to India’s massive gaming market
