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Adoption of new technologies raises cybersecurity need
New technologies are being adopted widely to boost economic gains and services, but they are also expanding cyber risks
InternationalTighter lending fuels risk of harder economic landing
Bank lending standards have become stricter after the demise of SVB and Credit Suisse and this will impact real activity
InternationalTemporary weakness obscures long-term lithium growth
Lithium prices have fallen sharply this year, triggered by China’s EV subsidies ending
InternationalGlobal spyware industry will expand despite scrutiny
The surveillance-for-hire industry faces unprecedented scrutiny from governments, the media and civil society
InternationalGlobal cocaine trade will evolve rapidly
The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on the cocaine trade, which is a hotbed of development and innovation
InternationalMarket turbulence and rising rates weigh on EU banking
Despite high prudential ratios and advantages over their US counterparts, EU banks are not immune to a confidence crisis
InternationalUS corporate distress will rise as retail sales slow
The retail sector is starting to suffer as consumer spending slows and cost-cutting becomes more crucial for retailers
United StatesGenerative AI carries serious online risks
The popularity of ChatGPT worldwide has created much hype about the potential of AI to be used for good and harm
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