SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — November 9, 2025 — Asian equities surged on Monday as investors returned to risk assets following last week’s AI-driven selloff. South Korea’s Kospi Index led the region’s recovery with a 3.02% gain, driven by sharp advances in banking and insurance stocks. Asian Markets Rebound After Tech-Fueled Losses Across the Asia-Pacific region,
WASHINGTON, D.C. — November 9, 2025 — The United States Senate has passed a bipartisan agreement to end the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown, which had paralyzed federal services for 40 days and left more than 1.4 million employees without pay. The measure marks the first concrete step toward reopening the government and restoring essential operations.
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA — November 9, 2025 — Apple is reportedly working on a new generation of satellite-based features that will extend iPhone functionality far beyond emergency communications. The enhancements will allow users to navigate maps, share photos, and connect via 5G satellites without depending on Wi-Fi or cellular networks. Apple Plans to Broaden Satellite Connectivity
Tech Giants Accumulate Record Debt to Accelerate Global AI Expansion NEW YORK — November 9, 2025 — Leading technology firms including Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon are taking on record-breaking levels of debt to fund their expanding artificial intelligence infrastructure. Analysts warn the growing leverage could pose new risks to both the tech and financial
WUZHEN, CHINA — November 8, 2025 — Artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful ally for global agriculture, enabling farmers to make more informed and efficient decisions. During the 2025 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit, World Bank expert Parmesh Shah emphasized how AI-driven solutions can enhance productivity and sustainability in rural economies worldwide. AI Tools
WASHINGTON — November 8, 2025 — The ongoing U.S. government shutdown is beginning to cause widespread economic and operational disruptions, with federal aviation cuts and delayed public benefits rippling across the country. Officials and economists warn the effects are “far worse than expected,” as consumer confidence falls to a three-year low. FAA Orders Nationwide Flight
WASHINGTON — November 8, 2025 — The United States government shutdown has entered its 36th day, marking the longest in modern history. The ongoing budget standoff between Republican and Democratic lawmakers has left roughly 1.4 million federal employees without pay and suspended numerous public services. Record-Breaking Shutdown Strains the Federal Workforce Since October 1, when
NEW YORK — November 8, 2025 — As political gridlock threatens a prolonged U.S. government shutdown, investors are closely watching the unusual correlation between Bitcoin and the Nasdaq Composite Index. The two assets, once seen as financial opposites, are now moving in tandem amid rising uncertainty and shifting global sentiment. Market Tension Builds Ahead of
SAN FRANCISCO — November 6, 2025 — Sam Altman, Chief Executive Officer of OpenAI, has dismissed the idea of government bailouts or federal guarantees for artificial-intelligence companies. His comments came after OpenAI’s Chief Financial Officer Sarah Friar suggested the U.S. government might one day support large-scale AI infrastructure funding. Altman Clarifies OpenAI’s Stance on Government
LONDON — November 6, 2025 — As artificial intelligence dominates global headlines, scientists and technologists are turning their attention toward a new frontier — quantum technology. Experts believe the field could transform industries even more profoundly than AI, unlocking computing power once considered impossible. Quantum Technology Gains Renewed Global Attention While artificial intelligence has captured