INT

  • Oct 20, 2023
  • 2 min read

Social media's Gaza war challenges intensify in the EU

The EU is holding social media firms accountable under its Digital Services Act

International
  • Oct 20, 2023
  • 2 min read

Another Fed hike remains likelier than a cut near term

Fed Chair Powell highlighted progress on inflation and noted bond market moves are helping tighten financial conditions

United States
  • Oct 19, 2023
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IPCC-style AI safety body would face old challenges

Senior technology leaders have proposed an international AI safety body that is modelled on the IPCC

International
  • Oct 19, 2023
  • 2 min read

EU and Japanese trade patterns find a new normal

The euro-area's current account surplus is rising and US demand is supporting Japanese exports

International
  • Oct 18, 2023
  • 7 min read

International diamond market will evolve further

Laboratory-grown diamonds have changed the diamond market, opening the door for new producers and traders

International
  • Oct 18, 2023
  • 2 min read

China local government and property pressures may rise

GDP grew by 4.9% in July-September and retail sales rose but the real estate downturn is pressuring local governments

International
  • Oct 18, 2023
  • 2 min read

Geopolitical risks to 'small tech' are rising

A group of top national security agencies yesterday warned of growing geopolitical risk to smaller technology labs

International
  • Oct 18, 2023
  • 2 min read

Higher rates for longer will fuel corporate distress

Firms need to repay or roll over some USD5.5tn of corporate debt obligations in 2024, with interest rates still high

International