Arthur Sterling
Senior Editor, Global Markets
With a career spanning London, New York, and Hong Kong, Arthur Sterling has been a leading voice in economic journalism for three decades. Before joining New Economy Review, he was a senior columnist at The Financial Times and chief European correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, where he reported on the formation of the Euro and the 2008 financial crisis. Arthur holds a Master's in Economics from the London School of Economics and is the author of 'The Sovereign Debt Cycle.' His work is known for its historical perspective, rigorous analysis, and unflinching look at the interplay between central banks and governments.
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Founders Fund backs Shinkei Systems' humane fish harvesting
A refrigerator-sized robot named Poseidon is now mounting on commercial fishing boats, instantly locating fish brains to ensure a humane, 'ceremony grade' kill.
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

Experts warn AI chatbots exploit user trust and privacy
Major AI companies routinely store user conversations, including sensitive details about sexuality and gender identity, often by default, according to GO Magazine .
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

EU Probes Microsoft, Amazon Cloud Services Under New Antitrust Law
Despite not meeting the Digital Markets Act's automatic thresholds, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure are reportedly facing classification as "gatekeepers" by the European Commission.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read

Apple Overhauls Siri to Compete with ChatGPT AI
While Apple's new Siri AI promises to operate applications and analyze an iPhone's screen, its most advanced voice dictation and customizable voice features will only be available on the latest iPhone
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read

Ant Group tests AI overhaul for its billion-user Alipay app
Ant Group is internally testing an AI-powered version of its Alipay app, codenamed 'A Bao,' designed to complete everyday tasks like booking rides and ordering coffee.
Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read

UK announces high-risk social media ban for under-16s this week
This week, the United Kingdom is set to ban children under 16 from accessing 'high-risk' social media apps and those under 18 from using romantic AI chatbots, a move that could reshape how millions of
Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery $111 Billion Merger Approved
The Justice Department has approved a staggering $111 billion merger of Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros.
Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read

Apple Executives Discuss AI Strategy Amid Internal Struggles
In early 2025, a secret, high-stakes meeting of Apple executives prompted an unprecedented internal reckoning, forcing CEO Tim Cook to personally intervene in the company's struggling AI roadmap, acco
Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Trump AI policy adviser Krishnan exits White House post
White House AI adviser Sriram Krishnan is leaving his post at the end of June 2026, just as President Trump considers the US government acquiring stakes in private AI firms.
Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Iconoclast Dinner Experience amplifies cultural impact through global education support
On June 6, 2026, Carnegie Hall will host the Iconoclast Dinner Experience, an event honoring eight culinary and spirits professionals while funding international students at Spelman College, according
Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read

TSMC CEO C.C. Wei warns AI chip supply may fall short
TSMC staff will receive an average bonus payout increase exceeding 30% this year.
Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read

MediaTek taps TSMC, Intel packaging for AI chip growth
MediaTek, a company primarily known for powering smartphones, has doubled its 2026 forecast for AI data center revenue to an astonishing $2 billion, according to GuruFocus .
Jun 1, 2026 · 2 min read

Danish fund excludes SpaceX: governance, valuation concerns
Weeks before its anticipated public offering, Danish pension fund AkademikerPension added Elon Musk's SpaceX to an exclusion list, citing concerns over its corporate governance and valuation.
May 30, 2026 · 3 min read

Prosus Asks EU to Halt Forced Sale of Delivery Hero Stake
Uber offered €33 per share for Delivery Hero, yet Prosus was compelled to sell its stake to Uber at just €20 a share under a European Union mandate.
May 25, 2026 · 2 min read

New Kitchen Gadgets Make Adulting Easier in 2026
For less than the cost of a takeout meal, a new wave of kitchen gadgets automates tedious chores, proving that making "adulting" easier doesn't have to be expensive.
May 24, 2026 · 2 min read

Apple Watch health features need reboot for future growth
Despite its current technical prowess, a user recently reported contact dermatitis from their Apple Watch Ultra 2, an issue they had not encountered with previous models, highlighting a surprising chi
May 24, 2026 · 3 min read

DeepSeek AI offers permanent 75% discount on V4-Pro model
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has permanently slashed the price of its flagship V4-Pro AI model by 75 percent, making advanced AI capabilities dramatically more accessible.
May 23, 2026 · 3 min read

AI advancements drive Meta layoffs, impacting 8,000 employees
Meta Platforms is reducing its workforce by approximately 8,000 employees and plans to close 6,000 open job roles, according to The New York Times .
May 20, 2026 · 3 min read

King's Speech Unveils Starmer Government's 2026 Agenda
King Charles III's speech unveiled a legislative program of over 35 bills, including the abolition of NHS England, a digital ID system, and measures to make it harder for migrants to gain settled stat
May 13, 2026 · 4 min read