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Meta Scales Back Its AI Talent Hiring Spree
After an intense period of aggressive recruitment and heavy spending to build its TBD Superintelligence Lab, Meta is now shifting gears. Instead of sustaining a costly race against rivals like OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic, the company under Mark Zuckerberg’s leadership is adopting a more measured, long-term strategy.
Gold Prices Surge After Fed Minutes — Markets Await Powell’s Remarks
On Wednesday global gold prices jumped sharply following the release of the Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes. However, by Thursday morning in Asian trading, prices showed signs of a slight pullback, reflecting investor caution ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the Jackson Hole Symposium
Pop Mart and the Labubu Effect: Explosive Profits, But Is the Future Sustainable?
In August 2025, Pop Mart - the “king of collectible toys” in China unexpectedly became the center of attention on the stock market. The company’s share price hit an intraday record high, reflecting investor enthusiasm after first-half profits surged nearly fourfold year-on-year.
Coolcations: When Quiet, Off-Peak Travel Becomes the New Choice for Global Tourists
Coolcations - tranquil holidays taken during cooler periods or outside traditional high seasons. This trend not only reflects a change in leisure demand but is also tied to broader factors such as climate change, mental health concerns, and the desire for more personalized experiences.
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U.S. Capital and the New Wave in European Football: When Club Valuations Soar
European football is entering an unprecedented era, not only on the pitch but also in economic terms. Club valuations have skyrocketed, pushing giants such as Real Madrid, Manchester United, and PSG into the multi-billion-dollar range.
Asian Data Centers Confront the AI Challenge: When Energy and Water Become the “New Gold”
AI consumes massive amounts of electricity and water to sustain its computational workloads. Data centers the “brains” powering AI are now grappling with soaring operational costs, creating significant environmental, economic, and policy challenges for Asian countries.
Labubu by Pop Mart: When Toys Become China’s Global Soft Power Tool
Labubu - the iconic toy character created by Pop Mart. The global popularity of Labubu not only illustrates a commercial success story but also reveals Beijing’s new approach to building soft power through consumer culture.