AI & Economics
The Great Realignment: Meta and Microsoft Cut 23,000 Jobs to Fuel AI Ambitions
A new seismic shift hits Silicon Valley as tech giants pivot capital from human resources to massive AI infrastructure investments.
DEF 2026: Business in a Rapidly Shifting Global Economy – Prospects and Risks
At the 2026 Delphi Economic Forum, market leaders analyze how AI, energy costs, and geopolitical instability are redefining the global business landscape.
Energy: Europe on a Tightrope – The Search for New Measures Amidst Price Surges
European leaders are urgently seeking solutions as the 2026 energy crisis threatens the continent's industrial base and social cohesion.
Amazon-Backed X-Energy Climbs 31% After $1.02 Billion US IPO: The Nuclear Renaissance of AI
X-Energy Inc. shares surged in their Wall Street debut, highlighting investor appetite for clean energy solutions capable of powering the ongoing Artificial Intelligence revolution.
AI Stock Watchlist: The Key Players to Monitor in April 2026
As the AI market matures, focus shifts from raw infrastructure to applications and energy efficiency. We analyze the Wall Street leaders for April 2026.
AI Data Centers: The Energy Alliance of Batteries and Natural Gas Reshaping the Map
The explosive energy demand from AI is driving tech giants toward an unexpected return to fossil fuels, paired with advanced battery storage solutions.
ESEE: Energy as the 'Battering Ram' of Inflation – Why Cost Reduction is the Only Path Forward
The March 2026 ESEE report sounds the alarm: Energy price hikes are threatening consumer spending and the viability of small and medium-sized enterprises.
How Many Questions Can the World Afford to Ask AI? The Hidden Economic and Environmental Toll
A deep dive into the energy and economic price of every AI query, based on new research from the University of Chicago Booth.
Coding in the Shadow of the Machine: Why Developers are Spending 20 Hours a Week Relearning Their Craft
Artificial Intelligence is not just changing how code is written; it is redefining the role of the developer, demanding a relentless pace of continuous upskilling.
Sallas at Delphi: The $100 Oil Ghost and the Threat of Stagflation
Michalis Sallas warns at the Delphi Economic Forum about the devastating impact of high oil prices on the global and Greek economies.
The AI Agent Paradox: 85% of Enterprises Pilot, but Only 5% Trust Enough to Ship
Despite the AI agent fever, a massive trust gap keeps 80% of enterprises stuck in pilot purgatory, according to Cisco leadership at RSA 2026.
European AI Market: The Path to Record Investments by 2029 and the Dominance of Generative AI
Europe is transforming into a global AI hub, with investments expected to skyrocket by 2029, driven by the urgent need for enterprise efficiency and innovation.