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Big Tech companies are accelerating artificial intelligence investment at an unprecedented pace. They plan to spend over 700 billion dollars in 2026, roughly 590 billion euros, a 75 percent increase from 2025. Several firms released earnings reports and outlined their 2026 spending plans. Analysts confirmed these projections and highlighted their strategic significance. Wall Street is focused on the combined capital expenditure figure. More than 700 billion dollars will flow into AI infrastructure this year, surpassing Sweden’s nominal GDP for 2025, according to IMF estimates. Global chip sales are projected to reach one trillion dollars for the first time this year.…
Clashing Views on Europe’s Role The Munich Security Conference showcased contrasting perspectives on the West’s future. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Europe to join the U.S. in safeguarding a shared civilisation, warning that the West risks decline if it ignores poorly designed policies on climate and migration. Rubio described America as a “child of Europe” whose fate is intertwined with the continent. In response, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected the idea that Europe needs saving, saying a so-called “woke, decadent” Europe is not facing civilisational collapse. Ursula von der Leyen said Rubio’s remarks reassured her about…
Daily GLP-1 tablets are reshaping the race for the obesity market.Analysts say easier treatment could push the sector toward a $200bn value.Patients are switching from injections because pills are simpler and cheaper. Novo Nordisk launched the first oral Wegovy in the US and demand surged immediately.Many users report steady appetite control without weekly shots.The tablets also remove the need for refrigeration and needles. Rising global obesity and limited public coverage are driving private demand.Health economists believe pills may prove more cost-effective for governments.However, they currently produce less weight loss than injections. Competition is intensifying.Eli Lilly plans to release its own…
Health agencies warn that measles continue to pose a serious threat in Europe, despite a decline in cases in 2025 compared with the previous year’s record. Experts urge urgent measures to address vaccine hesitancy and prevent new outbreaks across the continent. Measles often fade from public attention, yet the virus continues to spread in multiple European countries. Europe reported 127,350 measles cases in 2024, the highest total since 1997. Cases fell in 2025, but infections still doubled compared with 2023, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Sabrina Bacci, head of the ECDC programme on vaccine-preventable diseases…
Driver criticism overshadowed Formula One’s second pre-season test in Bahrain.Max Verstappen attacked the new regulations and called the cars “anti-racing”.He said complex energy management makes them “not fun to drive”.He again hinted he could leave the sport if he stops enjoying it. Lewis Hamilton voiced similar concerns.He said the systems are so complicated that fans will struggle to understand them.He added that drivers now need extensive technical knowledge to operate the cars. The new rules introduce engines with nearly equal electric and combustion power.They also bring new chassis, tyres and fully sustainable fuel.Testing times remained inconclusive because teams focused on…
Europe Must Have a Strong Seat at the Table Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it is a “big mistake” that European leaders are largely absent from U.S.-led negotiations aimed at ending the war with Russia. He stressed that a lasting peace must address the security needs of all of Europe, not just Kyiv and Washington. Zelenskyy noted that upcoming trilateral talks with Russia and the United States have seen little progress toward a ceasefire. He expressed frustration that the parties often seem to be “talking about completely different things” and criticized the focus on…
Aluminium prices fell on Friday, while zinc, nickel, and lead also declined. Investors reacted to reports that US President Donald Trump may reduce tariffs on imported metals. Markets factored in the potential policy shift ahead of November’s midterm elections. The three-month aluminium contract on the London Metal Exchange dropped more than 2.5% to $2,965.75 per tonne by midday. On the Shanghai Futures Exchange, the most active aluminium contract fell 1.76% to 23,195 yuan per tonne. Industrial Metals Slide Alongside Aluminium Zinc traded at $3,316.50 per tonne, down $51.95 or 1.54%. Nickel fell $257 to $16,993.38 per tonne, a decline of…
A new NIH-funded study suggests that cognitive training activities could delay the onset of dementia. Researchers found that regularly engaging the brain through targeted exercises may help preserve memory and thinking skills over the years. Dementia affects millions of older adults worldwide, causing gradual memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with daily tasks. While no cure exists, interventions like cognitive training may slow the progression of symptoms. The study involved participants performing brain-stimulating exercises such as memory challenges, problem-solving tasks, and attention-focused activities. Over time, individuals who engaged consistently showed slower cognitive decline compared to those who did not. Researchers emphasized…
US inflation fell to 2.4% in January after last year’s tariff-driven price swings. Prices rose 0.2% from December, while core inflation increased 0.3%. Economists had expected a slight decline to around 2.5%. Inflation fluctuated sharply last year. It dropped to 2.3% in April, then climbed to 3% by September. It eased to 2.7% by November and December. The White House credited its economic agenda for the decline. Officials said tariffs caused no lasting price spikes. They argued stable inflation could support future interest rate cuts. Investors now watch the Federal Reserve for signals on rates. The Fed paused cuts in…
The United Nations has established a 40-member international scientific panel to examine the risks and impacts of artificial intelligence (AI), despite opposition from the United States. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called the panel a “foundational step toward global scientific understanding of AI,” emphasizing the need for independent guidance as AI technology develops rapidly. Global Support and Structure The UN General Assembly approved the panel with a vote of 117-2, with the U.S. and Paraguay opposing, and Tunisia and Ukraine abstaining. Nations including Russia, China, and European allies supported the initiative. Members were chosen from over 2,600 candidates through a rigorous…
