New Economy Review

Nolan Begay

Columnist

Nolan Begay is a columnist for the New Economy Review, where he explores alternative economic models and the future of sustainable enterprise. Before turning to journalism, he spent over a decade as a strategist in the impact investing sector, working with community development financial institutions (CDFIs) to channel capital into underserved regions. His work challenges conventional metrics of growth, advocating for models that prioritize ecological balance and community resilience. Nolan's perspective is shaped by his hands-on experience in building businesses that are both profitable and regenerative.

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Impact InvestingSustainable Business ModelsCommunity Economic DevelopmentCircular Economy

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Sustainable Finance
The Future of Work

Latest Articles

Professionals in coding, law, and analysis fields collaborating with advanced AI interfaces, showcasing the transformation of work.
The Future of Work

AI is transforming roles for coders, lawyers, and analysts.

JPMorgan Chase's AI-powered Contract Intelligence (COiN) platform now reviews 12,000 commercial credit agreements in seconds.

Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic London cityscape with AI circuits and the Quantum Leap Technologies logo, representing a £100 billion valuation and UK's first tech giant.
The Future of Work

Quantum Leap Technologies Hits £100 Billion Valuation, UK's First

Just five years after its 2018 inception, Quantum Leap Technologies, a London-based AI firm, achieved a staggering £100 billion valuation.

Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read

SpaceX Starship rocket launching into a starry sky above a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing a historic IPO and unprecedented investor demand.
The Future of Work

SpaceX raises $75 billion ahead of historic IPO debut

Retail investors alone submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, dwarfing the $75 billion the company actually raised, according to Bloomberg .

Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read

Grindr app icon glowing in a futuristic cityscape with holographic LGBTQ+ figures, symbolizing its transformation into a cultural hub.
The Future of Work

Grindr CEO plans to transform app into gay culture hub

Grindr is testing an 'Edge' subscription tier that costs AUD$109.

Jun 11, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic cityscape with AI network lines and investors analyzing holographic stock market data, representing the booming AI IPO market.
The Future of Work

Late-stage investors fuel AI firm growth, shaping 2026 IPO market

AI startup Anthropic confidentially filed for an initial public offering, immediately intensifying a race among its competitors to go public, according to Northeastern Global News .

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

Indian flag superimposed on a satellite dish overlooking a city, symbolizing national security concerns impacting Starlink's launch.
The Future of Work

India Halts Starlink Launch Amid Security Concerns

Indian security agencies are scrutinizing Elon Musk's Starlink over its reported use in the recent conflict involving Iran, leading to a freeze on its commercial operations in the country, according t

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

Tokyo Stock Exchange with financial charts symbolizing Japan Inc.'s corporate governance reforms and market advancements.
The Future of Work

Japan Inc. advances corporate governance reforms

Activist investors have made a record number of proposals to Japanese firms for shareholders to vote on at annual general meetings, signaling a profound shift in corporate accountability, according to

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

Klarna app interface on a smartphone showcasing new FDIC-insured savings accounts for US users, symbolizing financial innovation and accessibility.
The Future of Work

Klarna to launch US savings accounts for everyday users

Klarna, the 'buy now, pay later' giant, is set to launch FDIC-insured savings accounts in the US.

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

A symbolic representation of banks selling off broadband loans at a discount to distressed debt funds, signifying a shift in the financial landscape.
The Future of Work

Banks Sell Broadband Loans as Firm's Land Grab Falters

Major banks are offloading loans to UK broadband providers at a discount to distressed debt funds.

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

Seoul cityscape at night with digital data streams and a subtle NVIDIA GPU integration, representing AI advancements amidst economic pressures.
Sustainable Finance

Jensen Huang visits Seoul as Korean stocks face pressure

South Korea's KOSPI index tripped circuit breakers on Monday, plunging 7.

Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang looking determined amidst a chaotic digital stock market, symbolizing a buying opportunity during a tech selloff.
The Future of Work

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Sees Buying Opportunity in Tech Stock Selloff

Nvidia's stock market value soared from $1 trillion to $2 trillion in just eight months this past year, according to Bloomberg .

Jun 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Donald Trump contemplating a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing potential government stakes in AI companies for public equity.
The Future of Work

Trump eyes US government stakes in AI labs

Donald Trump has supported a proposal for AI companies like OpenAI to give Americans an equity stake, according to the Financial Times .

Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read

Digital cityscape symbolizing the S&P 500 index, highlighting the inclusion of Marvell Technology and Flex Ltd. amidst a backdrop of technological advancement and market growth.
The Future of Work

Marvell Technology and Flex Join S&P 500 Index

Marvell Technology, with first-quarter revenue surging 28% to $2.

Jun 6, 2026 · 2 min read

A vast, modern data center complex representing Louisiana's significant investment in AI and technology infrastructure.
The Future of Work

Louisiana's $35B tech influx, including Meta's $10B, drives transformation

In a striking economic pivot, Meta alone is investing $10 billion in an AI-optimized data center in northeast Louisiana, part of a staggering $35 billion tech influx reshaping the state.

Jun 6, 2026 · 2 min read

Mexican flag under storm clouds with a wilting green sprout symbolizing declining sustainable finance amidst economic challenges.
Sustainable Finance

Mexico's Sustainable Debt Issuance Falls Amid Economic Headwinds

In 2023, Mexico's sustainable bond issuance plummeted by 40% compared to the previous year, a stark reversal in its commitment to green finance, according to Bloomberg .

Jun 5, 2026 · 3 min read

SpaceX Starship rocket launching from a Japanese launchpad with Tokyo skyline in the distance, symbolizing global investment in space technology.
The Future of Work

SpaceX aims for $2.5 billion in Japanese share sale

SpaceX is now seeking to raise a staggering $2.

Jun 5, 2026 · 2 min read

Dries Lagerberg appointed Chief Sustainability Officer at Rabobank, with the role commencing in June 2026, signifying a long-term strategic commitment.
Sustainable Finance

Rabobank Names Dries Lagerberg CSO, Role Active 2026

Rabobank announced Dries Lagerberg as its new Chief Sustainability Officer, but the role won't become active until June 1, 2026—more than two years from now.

Jun 3, 2026 · 2 min read

A futuristic server farm with glowing circuits and a holographic projection showing exponential AI data growth, symbolizing SK Hynix's memory capacity expansion.
The Future of Work

SK Hynix plans to double memory capacity for AI demand

SK Hynix has already sold out its entire memory production for 2026, according to Techzine Global .

Jun 2, 2026 · 2 min read

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang presenting the new Arm-based RTX Spark Superchip, designed for Windows PCs with integrated AI capabilities.
The Future of Work

Nvidia CEO Unveils New Chip for Windows Laptops and Desktops

At Computex 2026, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the RTX Spark Superchip, an Arm-based processor boasting up to 20 CPU cores and a Blackwell GPU with 6,144 CUDA cores.

Jun 1, 2026 · 3 min read

A South Korean tech worker celebrating a significant AI bonus, surrounded by futuristic technology and symbols of corporate success.
The Future of Work

South Korean tech workers get AI bonuses amid profit surge

A memory chip worker at Samsung, earning a base salary of approximately $53,400, is now expected to receive a bonus of about $416,000, mostly paid in stock, after a recent profit-sharing deal, accordi

May 30, 2026 · 3 min read