Asian bond markets continued to draw international investments for the fifth consecutive month in September, though the inflows showed signs of slowing amid concerns about the U.S. Federal Reserve’s future rate-cut decisions and caution surrounding upcoming U.S. elections. Sustained Inflows… Read More ›
Economy & Finance
FTC Enforces ‘Click To Cancel’ Rule: Simplifying Subscription Cancellations Amid Rising Consumer Complaints
In a move aimed at protecting consumers from misleading subscription practices, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has adopted a final rule requiring businesses to make subscription and membership cancellations as simple as the sign-up process. This “click to cancel”… Read More ›
Electric Vehicle Sales Surge Amid Global Competition: Insights From Rho Motion
Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles experienced a remarkable surge of 30.5% year-on-year in September, signaling a robust recovery in the electric vehicle (EV) market. According to market research firm Rho Motion, the trend was largely driven… Read More ›
AI Compliance Challenges: A Closer Look At European Regulations And Industry Responses
Recent assessments indicate that many prominent artificial intelligence (AI) models may not meet the stringent requirements set forth by upcoming European Union (EU) regulations, particularly regarding cybersecurity resilience and the potential for discriminatory outputs. This raises significant concerns about the… Read More ›
AI Funding Surges: A Global Race For Generative AI Dominance
Venture capital funding for artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud companies in the U.S., Europe, and Israel is on the rise, signaling a significant shift after three years of decline. By the end of 2024, investments in these sectors are projected… Read More ›
Resurgence Of IPOs In Europe Signals Positive Trends For The Wider Dealmaking Landscape
The initial public offering (IPO) market in Europe is showing signs of recovery following a summer lull, signaling potentially positive implications for the broader deal-making industry. Several high-profile companies are moving forward with their IPO plans, despite some setbacks, suggesting… Read More ›
Slowing Exports Signal Deeper Economic Challenges For China
China’s exports are expected to have grown at their slowest pace in five months in September, a development that carries significant implications for the country’s economy. This anticipated slowdown suggests that manufacturers are no longer prioritizing orders in anticipation of… Read More ›
Global Ripple Effects: China’s Slowing Growth And Its Impact On The World Economy
The global economy is bracing for the wider implications of China’s slowing economic growth, as the World Bank projects a further decline in China’s growth rate in 2025. Despite recent stimulus measures providing a temporary lift, the World Bank forecasts… Read More ›
EU-China Trade War Escalates: Brandy Tariffs Signal Heightened Tensions
The ongoing trade conflict between the European Union (EU) and China took a sharp turn this week, with China imposing temporary anti-dumping measures on EU brandy imports, targeting popular French brands such as Hennessy and Rémy Martin. The move comes… Read More ›
The Battle For Accountability: Banks Vs. Tech Giants In The UK Fraud Landscape
Tensions are escalating between banking institutions and technology companies over who should shoulder the responsibility for compensating victims of fraud in the United Kingdom. As of October 7, banks are mandated to compensate victims of authorized push payment (APP) fraud,… Read More ›