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Semiconductors & AINvidia’s ‘Rubin’ Architecture: The Annual Cadence Shift
Jensen Huang officially introduces the Vera Rubin platform at CES 2026, forcing a yearly release cycle that challenges the global silicon industry.
Market MilestonesIndia Becomes the World’s 4th Largest Economy
With a GDP of $4.18 trillion, India surpasses Japan. We analyze the drivers of this historic ascent and the path to 3rd place by 2030.
Leadership TransitionsThe Post-Buffett Era: Greg Abel Takes the Helm at Berkshire
As Warren Buffett transitions to Chairman, we examine Berkshire Hathaway’s $1 trillion strategy for 2026 and beyond.
M&A StrategyMeta Acquires Manus: The $2B Bet on General AI Agents
Meta secures the Singapore-based agentic AI startup to power the next generation of autonomous commerce tools for billions of users.
Industrial TransformationA³&Co.®: Redefining Decarbonisation in Heavy Industry
How the cement and heavy-industrial sectors are achieving 50% CO₂ reduction through thermal efficiency and digital plant optimization.
Digital AssetsStablecoins in Corporate Treasury: The 2026 Breakthrough
Lloyds Banking Group and others move digital wallets into mainstream banking, allowing UK businesses to settle international trade via tokenized deposits.
Venture CapitalThe Series B Bridge: Navigating the 2026 Liquidity Crunch
As GPs seek exits, secondary activity accelerates. How founders are structuring “alpha” to secure capital-light growth models.
Banking TrendsAgentic Money: When Your Liquidity Optimizes Itself
Accenture’s 2026 banking outlook highlights the rise of smart contracts that execute payments and hedge currency risk autonomously.
Emerging MarketsSaudi Vision 2030: Reshaping Middle Eastern VC Rails
With 39 unicorns and counting, the Kingdom’s roadmap is creating a new localized trade ecosystem decoupling from Western volatility.
Regulatory OutlookThe FCA’s New Enforcement Era: Transparency vs. Privacy
A landmark court ruling allows the FCA to name companies under investigation earlier—what this means for business reputation management.
