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48 Critical Hours: Macron’s Choice of Prime Minister  and the Fate of France’s Economy

48 Critical Hours: Macron’s Choice of Prime Minister and the Fate of France’s Economy

Only 48 hours remain for French President Emmanuel Macron to select a new prime minister a decision that is not merely political theater but one that could shape the trajectory of France’s economy and ripple across the entire eurozone. With no outright majority in the National Assembly, a tightening budget backdrop, and public trust under strain, this choice will determine whether Macron restores stability or pushes French politics deeper into crisis.

By Source: AFP/TTXVN••Worldwide
The Fed at a Crossroads: Will There Be Two More Rate Cuts in 2025?

The Fed at a Crossroads: Will There Be Two More Rate Cuts in 2025?

The minutes from the Federal Reserve’s September 2025 meeting have quickly become the center of attention across global financial markets. After maintaining a tight monetary stance for over a year, the Fed has finally pivoted cutting rates by 25 basis points, bringing the federal funds target range down to 4.00–4.25%.

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Big Tech Pauses Data Center Investments in India: When Trade Turbulence Hits the Digital Infrastructure Boom

Big Tech Pauses Data Center Investments in India: When Trade Turbulence Hits the Digital Infrastructure Boom

Behind this move lies a deeper story: the undercurrent of a quiet trade conflict between Washington and New Delhi, where data once a mere digital commodity has now become a strategic weapon in the global technology race. From Hypergrowth to a Sudden Stall

By Ebila AI••Worldwide
Mega AI Deals Unlock Private Equity Exits — But Fuel Fears of a Bubble

Mega AI Deals Unlock Private Equity Exits — But Fuel Fears of a Bubble

In recent years, AI has become the hottest sector in venture capital. According to Reuters, funding for AI startups has surged, with many firms reaching lofty valuations despite modest revenues. PitchBook reported that the total post-money valuation of AI startups climbed to $2.30 trillion from about $1.69 trillion in 2024, surpassing prior hype cycles by a wide margin.

By Ebila AI••Worldwide
U.S. Government Shutdown Begins on October 1, 2025: Causes, Impacts, and What to Watch Next

U.S. Government Shutdown Begins on October 1, 2025: Causes, Impacts, and What to Watch Next

On October 1, 2025, the U.S. federal government officially entered a partial shutdown after Congress failed to reach a budget agreement before the fiscal deadline. While government shutdowns are not new to Washington, this episode comes at a particularly sensitive moment for the global economy, raising concerns both domestically and internationally. What triggered this impasse, what are its immediate consequences, and what should we expect in the days ahead?

By A sign reading “Due to the federal government shutdown, all national parks are closed” hangs on a fence in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington state - USA on October 1, 2013 - Photo: AP••Worldwide
When the U.S. Government Shuts Down: Why the Fed Is the One Caught in the Middle

When the U.S. Government Shuts Down: Why the Fed Is the One Caught in the Middle

The U.S. has experienced multiple government shutdowns in history moments when Congress fails to pass a budget, forcing federal agencies to halt many services. Civil servants are furloughed without pay, public services are disrupted, and the economy suffers short-term shocks.

By U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks during a press conference, following the issuance of the Federal Open Market Committee’s statement on interest rate policy, in Washington, D.C., U.S., Sept. 17, 2025. Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters••Worldwide
Sony Financial Group soars 36–40% on its first trading day: Why is the Asian market excited?

Sony Financial Group soars 36–40% on its first trading day: Why is the Asian market excited?

Sony Financial Group officially began trading on September 29, 2025, after being spun off from Sony Group; the listing date had been confirmed earlier by both FTSE Russell and Sony. The stock opened about 37% above its reference price of ¥150 and at one point surged nearly 40% during its debut session in Tokyo.

By Ebila AI••Worldwide
Stay Away from the Murdochs”: The Ellison Family and the Power Shift in American Media

Stay Away from the Murdochs”: The Ellison Family and the Power Shift in American Media

For more than half a century, the Murdoch name has been synonymous with media power. From News Corp and The Wall Street Journal to Fox News, Rupert Murdoch’s empire shaped political discourse across the U.S. and the U.K., particularly among conservative audiences.

By James Murdoch (right) with his brother Lachlan Murdoch (left) and father Rupert Murdoch at a wedding party for Mr. Rupert Murdoch's fourth wife in 2016. Photo: AFP••Worldwide
Trump Urges Microsoft to Dismiss Lisa Monaco: A Power Struggle Between the White House, Big Tech, and National Security

Trump Urges Microsoft to Dismiss Lisa Monaco: A Power Struggle Between the White House, Big Tech, and National Security

On September 26, 2025 (U.S. time), President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social demanding that Microsoft “immediately” terminate Lisa Monaco, recently appointed President of Global Affairs. Trump argued that Microsoft’s large-scale government contracts make Monaco’s position problematic given her role as Deputy Attorney General under President Biden, framing it as a potential national security risk.

By Lisa Monaco, President Joe Biden's choice for deputy U.S. attorney general. Credit: Diego M. Radzinschi / ALM••Worldwide
Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the $850 Billion Gamble: When Infrastructure Becomes AI’s New Battlefield

Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the $850 Billion Gamble: When Infrastructure Becomes AI’s New Battlefield

This is set to become the first in a chain of facilities worth an estimated $850 billion that OpenAI and its partners are planning.

By Ebila AI••Worldwide
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