Vladimir Putin’s recent diplomatic address signals a profound shift: the window for a simple Ukraine ceasefire has closed. Russia is now linking peace directly to a total renegotiation of the European security architecture and a rollback of NATO’s eastern presence.
CES has exposed strategic gaps in Apple's ecosystem, from AI integration to the demand for 'digital detox' devices. With the Google Gemini partnership looming, can the tech giant update its roadmap to maintain dominance ahead of its 50th anniversary?
The White House targets PJM Interconnection with a plan to force Big Tech to fund $15 billion in new power plants via 15-year contracts. As AI energy demands surge, this move aims to shift infrastructure costs directly to hyperscalers while the FTC tightens antitrust oversight.
Barclays projects the humanoid robot market to hit $200 billion by 2035. Fueled by a 30-fold drop in production costs and AI advancements, the sector is rapidly transitioning from research labs to active industrial deployment.
Trump’s proposed interest rate caps are forcing banks to overhaul the $1.2 trillion credit card market. Facing revenue constraints, institutions are accelerating AI deployment in 2025 to dismantle operational silos and restructure the future of unsecured credit.
FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson has put Silicon Valley on notice regarding "acquihires." The agency is investigating talent-focused acquisitions, particularly in AI, to ensure they aren't structured to bypass federal antitrust review under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.
Generative AI enables "vibe-coding" for disposable micro-apps, changing personal computing. Also: Google finally allows renaming primary Gmail addresses, and Xreal files a patent suit against Viture.
Big tech news: Google now allows users to change their primary Gmail address while keeping old emails as aliases. Simultaneously, the US and Taiwan finalized a massive $500B semiconductor trade deal, and Netflix commits to theatrical windows for its Warner Bros acquisition.
At Founder University Tokyo, Jason Calacanis and veteran angel investor Thomas McInerney dissect what separates elite technical founders. They explore the necessity of deep domain expertise, the dangers of marketing-speak, and navigating the AI boom to build resilient companies.
Nicolas Maduro's extraction signals a massive shift in U.S. policy. Brian Winter breaks down the "Donroe Doctrine"—a revival of the Roosevelt Corollary prioritizing spheres of influence over diplomacy, reshaping democracy and trade rules across the Western Hemisphere.
After being barred from entering the UK, Eva Vlaardingerbroek joins Tucker Carlson to discuss political retaliation. She argues her visa revocation, citing "public good," signals a dangerous shift against dissent and democratic liberties across the West.
Is Bitcoin really "digital gold"? Vinny Lingham analyzes why liquidity issues and central bank preferences for physical bullion are keeping crypto from becoming a true global reserve asset. Discover the structural hurdles Bitcoin faces in overtaking gold.
AI strategy is shifting from IT labs to the C-suite. New data reveals 72% of CEOs now lead AI decision-making. With $124M in planned spending, leaders view adoption as existential, maintaining robust investments even in a recession to drive faster ROI.
Most investors focus on supply, but VanEck's Eric Fine views gold through currency debasement. A recent analysis asks: If the dollar loses reserve status, what is gold's true value? The data-backed answer reveals specific price targets that far exceed current market valuations.
Microsoft has launched a "community-first" plan to stop AI data centers from driving up your electricity bill. Developed with the Trump administration, the initiative promises that Microsoft will pay higher rates so locals don't have to, alongside water and job commitments.
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