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Ro Khanna’s Wealth Tax Embrace Triggers Silicon Valley Revolt

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Leah Rosenfeld

Corporate & Industry Trends

Trump Signals Breakthrough Momentum in Ukraine Peace Talks After Zelenskyy Meeting

Corporate & Industry Trends

U.S. Carries Out Precision Strike Against Islamic State Cells in Northern Nigeria

Economy

Kim Jong Un Showcases Naval Expansion and Missile Power in Rare Dual Military Display

Personal Finance

Powerball Prize Climbs to $1.7 Billion Ahead of Christmas Eve Drawing

No jackpot winner in latest draw sets up one of the biggest holiday lottery moments in U.S. history

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Michael and Susan Dell Commit Record $6.25 Billion to Jumpstart Investment Accounts for 25 Million American Children

Historic philanthropic pledge aims to expand access to long-term savings and early wealth building through newly launched Trump accounts

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

What the UK Autumn Budget Could Mean for Your Money

A Closer Look at Possible Tax Changes and Economic Pressures

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Economy

Ro Khanna’s Wealth Tax Embrace Triggers Silicon Valley Revolt

As California labor groups push a billionaire tax to fund health care, the tech industry turns on one of its longtime allies

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Europe Faces a Defining Choice Between AI Leadership and Climate Commitments

Fund managers warn energy constraints and regulatory pressure could force Europe to rebalance sustainability goals as the global AI race accelerates

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

America’s Economy Is Growing Fast but Many Households Feel Left Behind

Strong GDP numbers clash with rising costs job anxiety and a widening gap between winners and losers

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Investing

Gold and Silver Break Records as Investors Return to Hard Assets

Precious metals rally sharply as fiscal risks and portfolio rebalancing revive demand for safe havens

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Crypto Investors Seek Safety Through Diversification

Market participants explore ETFs, altcoins, and classic portfolio strategies to reduce volatility risk

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Jimmy Lai Convicted Under Hong Kong Security Law as Political Space Narrows Further

Court ruling against the media tycoon underscores Beijing’s tightening grip and raises fresh questions over judicial independence and investor confidence in Asia’s financial hub

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

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European Defense Shares Retreat as Ukraine Peace Momentum Rattles Markets

Renewed diplomatic progress sparks pullback in military stocks even as analysts warn Europe’s defense spending boom is far from over

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Nvidia Finalizes $5 Billion Intel Investment as Strategic Chip Alliance Takes Shape

AI leader completes a long planned equity deal providing Intel with capital support after years of heavy spending and strategic setbacks

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Zepto Moves Toward $1.2 Billion IPO as India’s Quick Commerce Race Intensifies

The 10 minute delivery startup files confidentially amid fierce competition rising losses and growing warnings of a sectorwide bubble

Contributor:

Junia Wells

SoftBank Bets Big on AI Infrastructure With $4 Billion DigitalBridge Acquisition

Masayoshi Son deepens his artificial intelligence strategy by securing global data center assets critical to next-generation computing

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Trump Signals Readiness for Force Against Iran While Urging Renewed Nuclear Talks

Standing alongside Netanyahu, the former president warns of swift military action if Tehran rebuilds its missile or nuclear capabilities, even as diplomacy remains on the table

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Ro Khanna’s Wealth Tax Embrace Triggers Silicon Valley Revolt

As California labor groups push a billionaire tax to fund health care, the tech industry turns on one of its longtime allies

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Meta Deepens Its AI Push With Manus Deal as Automation Becomes Central to Its Platform Strategy

The acquisition of fast-growing AI agent firm Manus underscores Meta’s race to lock in talent, technology, and enterprise automation capabilities

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

China Moves Ahead of Silicon Valley in the Race to Put Humanoid Robots to Work

As Elon Musk pitches a future filled with humanoids, Chinese manufacturers are scaling production faster, backed by state strategy and industrial muscle

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Novo Nordisk’s Weight Loss Bet Tests Investor Patience as Science Plays the Long Game

GLP-1 drugs continue to unlock new medical promise, but mounting competition, falling shares, and looming patents are straining market confidence

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

China’s EV Market Heads Into a High Stakes Shakeout in 2026

Slowing growth at home, relentless price wars, and aggressive overseas expansion are turning China’s electric vehicle boom into a fight for survival

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Cala Health — The Startup Pioneering Wearable Bioelectronic Medicine

How a U.S.-based healthtech startup is transforming treatment for chronic diseases with wearable neuromodulation devices

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

China Imposes Tariffs Up to 42.7% on EU Dairy in Trade Dispute

Beijing cites harm to domestic industry as EU brands including Roquefort and other cheeses face steep duties

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Value Remains the Menu King as Restaurants Navigate Consumer Spending Pressures

Fast food and casual dining chains double down on deals to attract budget-conscious diners amid economic uncertainty

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Winter Storm Forces More Flight Cancellations as U.S. Travel Disruptions Begin to Ease

Airlines cut thousands of flights during peak holiday travel while waiving fees to help stranded passengers rebook

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Gmail Users May Soon Be Able to Change Their Email Address Without Losing Data

Google quietly tests a long-awaited update that lets users switch Gmail addresses while keeping their account intact

Contributor:

Junia Wells

UK’s AI Infrastructure Reality Check After One Year

Bold ambitions met early momentum, but power constraints and grid delays still threaten Britain’s AI superpower goals

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Europe Faces a Defining Choice Between AI Leadership and Climate Commitments

Fund managers warn energy constraints and regulatory pressure could force Europe to rebalance sustainability goals as the global AI race accelerates

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Amazon Shelves Drone Delivery Expansion in Italy After Strategic Review

E commerce giant cites regulatory and business constraints despite successful test flights and progress with aviation authorities

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump’s “Battleship Revival” Collides With Modern Naval Warfare

Experts warn the proposed Trump class warship clashes with decades of U.S. Navy strategy, rising costs, and the realities of missile age combat

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

China Escalates Military Pressure With Large-Scale Drills Around Taiwan

Beijing deploys joint forces in “Justice Mission 2025” exercises as Taiwan mobilizes defenses and warns against threats to democracy

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump Signals Breakthrough Momentum in Ukraine Peace Talks After Zelenskyy Meeting

U.S. president says negotiations are nearing a deal, but territorial disputes and security guarantees remain critical hurdles

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Asia-Pacific Stocks End 2025 on an Uneven Note as Investors Turn Cautious

Regional markets diverge in the final trading week of the year while silver briefly hits record highs and U.S. equities consolidate near peaks

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Coupang Unveils $1.17 Billion Compensation Plan After Massive User Data Breach

South Korea’s largest online retailer extends vouchers to 34 million current and former users as leadership apologizes and regulators intensify scrutiny

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

CureVac — Pioneering mRNA-Based Vaccines and Therapeutics

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Calder Monroe

EU Digital Chief Slams U.S. Visa Ban Over Alleged Censorship

Brussels condemns action against Thierry Breton and anti-disinformation campaigners as a threat to European digital sovereignty

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

U.S. Carries Out Precision Strike Against Islamic State Cells in Northern Nigeria

Operation conducted at Nigeria’s request highlights deepening security cooperation amid rising militant violence

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Asian Markets Push Higher in Thin Holiday Trade as Gold and Silver Set New Records

Muted equity moves contrast with a powerful rally in precious metals amid inflation signals and global policy uncertainty

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Nvidia Strikes $20 Billion Groq Asset Deal in Its Biggest Bet Yet on AI Inference

Landmark transaction brings Groq’s low-latency chip technology and top engineering talent into Nvidia’s ecosystem while reshaping the competitive AI hardware landscape

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

DOJ Finds Over One Million Additional Epstein-Related Records, Delaying Full Disclosure

Missed legal deadline triggers bipartisan backlash, audit demands, and threats of contempt as review stretches into the new year

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Travel in 2026 Will Be Defined by Meaning Not Miles

From off-peak escapes to AI-driven hotels, the industry is reshaping how and why people travel

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Tariffs and Supply Chain Strains Drive Leather Prices Higher Across Retail

From boots to luxury handbags, rising tariffs, freight costs, and cattle shortages are pushing leather prices up, with relief unlikely before 2027

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Palantir Is Too Expensive for Wall Street but Retail Investors Keep Buying

As analysts hesitate over valuation, everyday investors pour billions into Palantir, betting its AI driven future will mirror past market legends

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Waymo Halts San Francisco Robotaxis as Holiday Storms Trigger Flood Warnings

Alphabet’s autonomous ride service pauses operations again as severe weather highlights growing challenges around safety, infrastructure, and regulation

Contributor:

Junia Wells

The Deal Buffett Says He Should Never Have Made

Why Warren Buffett has repeatedly called buying Berkshire Hathaway his most expensive mistake despite turning it into a trillion dollar empire

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Why Human Judgment Still Anchors AI Driven Investing

A veteran asset manager explains how algorithmic funds deliver results only when humans design, train, and discipline the machines behind every decision

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Warby Parker: Redefining the Way We Buy Glasses

How a small startup turned eyewear shopping into an affordable, stylish, and socially conscious experience

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

US Moves to Ban New Foreign Drones Targeting Chinese Tech Giant DJI

FCC adds DJI and other foreign manufacturers to restricted list citing national security risks

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

America’s Economy Is Growing Fast but Many Households Feel Left Behind

Strong GDP numbers clash with rising costs job anxiety and a widening gap between winners and losers

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Powerball Prize Climbs to $1.7 Billion Ahead of Christmas Eve Drawing

No jackpot winner in latest draw sets up one of the biggest holiday lottery moments in U.S. history

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

BP Sells Majority Stake in Castrol in $6 Billion Deal as Strategic Reset Accelerates

Landmark transaction values Castrol at over $10 billion and signals BP’s renewed focus on core oil and gas operations

Contributor:

Junia Wells

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