China Reports Weakest GDP Growth Since 2022 Amid Slowing Domestic Demand
China’s economy expanded by 4.3% in the second quarter, marking its slowest growth pace since late 2022 as weak consumer demand and external pressures dampen momentum.
Latest news
Markets & Macro
AI & Tech Regulation
Australia Launches Office of AI to Lead National Standards and Secure Tech Growth
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a dedicated Office of AI to establish national AI standards and promote investment without compromising copyright protections.
Defense & Security
Trump Signals Readiness to Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites Amid Suspected Activity
Former US President Donald Trump warned that any nuclear-related activity at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain site would prompt immediate American military response, citing enhanced surveillance capabilities.
Crypto & Fintech
UK Regulates Buy Now Pay Later Lenders with Stricter Checks from 2026
Starting in 2026, UK Buy Now Pay Later lenders face FCA oversight, introducing stronger consumer protections and tighter affordability checks that may impact checkout approvals.
Energy & Climate
Affordable Electric SUV in China Costs Just Over $14,000 and Under a Cent Per Mile to Drive
A new electric SUV in China can be purchased for about $14,000, with home charging expenses amounting to less than one cent per mile, showcasing a highly economical EV ownership model.
Defense & Security
Federal Judge Rejects DOJ’s Demand for Unredacted Voter Data in West Virginia
A federal court dismissed the Department of Justice’s request for sensitive voter information from West Virginia, ruling the demand lacked legal justification and factual support.
Defense & Security
US Freezes Over $130 Million in Iran-Linked Cryptocurrency Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
The US Treasury ordered the freeze of more than $130 million in crypto assets connected to Iran’s Central Bank as military tensions escalate in the region.
Energy & Climate
China's Oil Demand Shift Could Shape Future Global Price Trends
China's declining crude imports and refinery activity signal a demand slowdown that may influence whether oil prices rally sustainably despite Middle East tensions.
Markets & Macro
US Stocks Rebound as June Inflation Slows, Led by Energy Price Drop
Inflation eased to 3.5% in June, driven by a significant fall in energy costs, lifting U.S. stock markets and pushing Treasury yields lower despite persistent price pressures in other sectors.
Big Tech
Canva’s cofounder on why employees choose their own AI tools instead of mandated ones
Canva allows employees to select their preferred AI tools and dedicates time for experimentation, rejecting mandatory tool usage to foster innovation and comfort.