Europe
Tech advances should eventually spark a platinum rally
Technological breakthroughs will eventually lift demand for platinum, raising prices amid frequent supply disruptions
InternationalBrazil-France alliance may boost Amazon efforts
The presidents of Brazil and France have signed two documents promising action on environmental issues
BrazilGlobal AI regulations will diverge
Most policymakers agree that AI needs regulating, but key AI players are taking highly divergent approaches
InternationalEnd of post-1945 economic order bodes ill for growth
The global liberal order is atrophying as underlying political preferences and wealth distribution move out of synch
InternationalShipping is vulnerable to more severe disruption ahead
Some of the world’s key maritime energy and trade arteries are vulnerable
InternationalGender-based rifts spotlight social media role
The online circulation of misogynistic content, especially among young men, is rising
InternationalImmigration row will test UK-Irish relations
Asylum policy is fuelling diplomatic tensions between the United Kingdom and Ireland
IrelandCatalan election could test Spanish stability
Catalonia, whose pro-independence parties support Spain's minority government, will hold elections next month
Spain
