AI & Economics
“We Created a Monster”: The Great AI Retreat as Corporate Costs Spiral Out of Control
The era of reckless AI spending is ending. Corporations are scaling back as operational costs threaten their bottom lines and the promised ROI remains elusive.
PDMA: Treasury Bill Auction and the Architecture of Greek Debt in 2026
On June 24, the PDMA will auction 6-month Treasury bills worth €400 million, offering a haven for savers amidst a shifting interest rate landscape.
AI and the Death of Diversification: Why the Tech Monopoly is Distorting Global Markets
The AI boom has concentrated wealth in a handful of companies, making diversified portfolios look underpowered while escalating systemic risks for global investors.
EXCLUSIVE: Abu Dhabi's MGX weighs multi-billion deal for data center operator DayOne
In a move reshaping the global AI infrastructure landscape, Abu Dhabi's MGX is in advanced talks to acquire data center operator DayOne.
ARK Invest's 2026 Strategy: Doubling Down on Tesla and the Great Pivot to Generative AI
Cathie Wood reshuffles ARK's portfolio, boosting stakes in Tesla and AI while distancing from legacy tech stocks like Roku in a high-stakes 2026 market.
Who Will Foot Europe's Bill: Greece's Stakes in the New EU Budget Negotiations
The battle for the EU's new €2 trillion budget begins, with Greece fighting for defense, migration, and cohesion funds amidst a landscape of fiscal tightening and shifting priorities.
AI Threatens to Inflate iPhone Prices: Tim Cook’s Warning and the New Chip Economy
The AI explosion is creating a 'perfect storm' in the supply chain, with Tim Cook warning of inevitable price hikes for upcoming iPhones due to surging component costs.
AI's Moment of Truth: CEOs Demand Proof of ROI Amid Mounting Investment Costs
The era of 'blank checks' for AI is ending as corporate leaders demand tangible financial results and measurable ROI over speculative promises.
Asia’s AI Counteroffensive: Global Investors Chase Hardware Champions to Break the Silicon Valley Monopoly
From Seoul to Tokyo, a new generation of AI hardware and software firms is attracting billions, challenging the dominance of Nvidia and Silicon Valley in the global tech race.
The Invisible Threat: Why Remote Workers Face Higher Layoff Risks Than AI Replacement
New data reveals that 'proximity bias' remains a stronger threat than automation, as remote workers face higher layoff rates and deteriorating mental health.
The Rise of Chinese AI Models: Economic Reality Squeezes Western Enterprise
Soaring costs of Western AI models are driving enterprises toward cheaper Chinese alternatives, shifting the geopolitical balance of the tech industry.
Accenture CEO’s Reality Check: The Long Road to AI ROI and the Market’s Harsh Reaction
Julie Sweet warns that AI adoption is a marathon, not a sprint, as Accenture's stock faces pressure from impatient markets demanding immediate returns.