G7 nations unite to launch critical minerals production alliance to reduce Western reliance on China for technology

G7 nations unite to launch critical minerals production alliance to reduce Western reliance on China for technology

The group’s new measures include long-term supply contracts and price stabilization to mitigate risks  The Group of Seven (G7) nations have announced plans to launch a new Critical Minerals Production Alliance aimed at countering China’s overwhelming dominance in the global supply chain for critical minerals, which are essential for advanced technologies, clean energy, and national…

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US stocks bounce back as Trump softens China trade tone | News

US stocks bounce back as Trump softens China trade tone | News

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The Fashion AI Startups to Watch

The Fashion AI Startups to Watch

Fashion is going all in on AI. As the technology alters how products are made, marketed and sold, there are a growing number of AI-powered startups looking to bring the industry up to speed. In September, The Business of Fashion compiled a list of 18 that are already working with major brands, or are close…

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Donald Trump, the shakedown president – POLITICO

Donald Trump, the shakedown president – POLITICO

Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Aside from the steep monetary value, these shakedowns have also made media companies more adverse to reporting criticism of the president and his administration’s actions. Next came universities: Long the foundation of America’s scientific and technological supremacy, Trump cut off federal research funding for major universities in order to force them to…

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Nvidia, Leading AI Stock Highlight 5 Investment Opportunities

Nvidia, Leading AI Stock Highlight 5 Investment Opportunities

Nvidia: The Leading AI Stock Nvidia is often referred to as the “de facto AI infrastructure company.” This title highlights its significant role in the booming artificial intelligence sector. Investors are keen to explore stock opportunities related to AI technology. Five Investment Opportunities This weekend, several companies are drawing attention from stock watchers. Here are…

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Jeff Bezos agrees with OpenAI’s Sam Altman: We’re in an AI bubble. But Amazon's founder says the benefits will be ‘gigantic’

Jeff Bezos agrees with OpenAI’s Sam Altman: We’re in an AI bubble. But Amazon’s founder says the benefits will be ‘gigantic’

Jeff Bezos joined Sam Altman in admitting the existence of an AI bubble—but Amazon’s founder sees upside. Recently, many AI-related companies have seen voracious optimism and spikes in valuations. In August, the OpenAI CEO told reporters the AI market was in a bubble. When bubbles happen, “smart people get overexcited about a kernel of truth,” Altman…

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Japan's Nikkei gains 1.46 percent as Asian shares post weekly gains on AI optimism 

Japan’s Nikkei gains 1.46 percent as Asian shares post weekly gains on AI optimism 

The Asian stock market was on track for strong weekly gains on Friday, supported by growing expectations of near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts, which helped offset concerns over a U.S. government shutdown. Despite its impact, including the suspension of scientific research, financial oversight and delays in key economic releases such as Friday’s jobs report, investors…

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UK government launches £1m regional tech programme

UK government launches £1m regional tech programme

The UK government has launched its £1 million Regional Tech Booster programme to support 14 projects across the country. The investment will provide businesses and entrepreneurs with targeted training, expert guidance, help to build networks, and support to scale their operations from within their communities. The government said a series of investment events will also…

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Warren Buffett retires from Berkshire Hathaway in 100 days—and Apple could be on the chopping block

Warren Buffett retires from Berkshire Hathaway in 100 days—and Apple could be on the chopping block

Warren Buffett is slated to step down as Berkshire Hathaway’s CEO at year-end—100 days from Sept. 23—setting the stage for successor Greg Abel and Berkshire’s investment lieutenants to potentially keep trimming Apple and rebalance an equity portfolio that’s already been shifting, according to new analysis and prior Fortune reporting. The 100‑day clock Buffett told shareholders…

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