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Palantir Technologies is once again making headlines as its stock surged following a strong earnings report and an optimistic outlook for the year ahead. The company, known for its AI-driven data analytics solutions, has been riding the wave of increased demand for artificial intelligence in both commercial and government sectors.CEO Alex Karp emphasized Palantir’s growing […]

Bitcoin Falls Below $100K as Trump’s Tariffs Fuel Market Uncertainty Financial markets are experiencing heightened volatility as renewed trade tensions between major economies spark uncertainty. The recent imposition of tariffs by the U.S. on key trading partners, including China, Canada, and Mexico, has led to market-wide reactions, affecting stocks, commodities, and digital assets. Impact of

DeepSeek: The Open-Source AI Disruptor That’s Changing the Game DeepSeek-R1—the AI model developed by a little-known Chinese company, DeepSeek—has ignited discussions across the AI industry. Built at a fraction of the cost of OpenAI’s models, DeepSeek-R1 is reshaping the AI landscape. While the initial reaction framed this as part of the ongoing U.S.-China AI rivalry,

Singapore’s financial markets remain a hub of activity and innovation, with key developments shaping its investment landscape. The Singapore Exchange (SGX) continues to explore new areas of growth, with its chief executive, Loh Boon Chye, highlighting plans to build partnerships with other bourses to create more investment opportunities. As chairman of the World Federation of

Stargate: The $500 Billion AI Project Shaping the Future President Donald Trump’s recent announcement of Stargate, a $500 billion AI infrastructure initiative, is poised to make waves across industries, including fintech. Backed by major players like SoftBank, Oracle, and OpenAI, Stargate aims to position the United States as a leader in AI innovation while challenging

Market Reactions to Trump’s Tariff Announcement President Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs on Chinese goods, as well as higher duties on Mexico and Canada, has reignited global trade policy discussions. The proposed 10% tariff on China and 25% on North American neighbors are part of a broader strategy targeting illicit fentanyl trafficking and border

How Trump’s Meme Coin Frenzy is Shaping the Crypto Market The launch of Trump’s $TRUMP cryptocurrency has taken the crypto world by storm, achieving a market cap of over $10 billion within days of its release. Paired with Melania Trump’s $MELANIA coin, the rollout has brought unprecedented attention to meme coins and the political intersection

Singapore Dollar Set to Face Continued Pressure Amid Policy Expectations The Singapore dollar (SGD) is nearing a two-year low against the US dollar (USD) as market sentiment reflects growing expectations of a shift in monetary policy by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This potential policy change comes amid broader global economic challenges, including persistent

Changi Airport’s Remarkable Recovery In 2024, Singapore’s Changi Airport reclaimed its position as a global aviation hub, ranking as the fourth-busiest international airport by seat capacity. With 41.5 million international seats—up 15% from 2023—the airport’s resurgence highlights the resilience of the travel industry post-pandemic. While this is a remarkable recovery, the numbers still fall short

How the “External Revenue Service” Could Shape Forex Markets The announcement of the proposed External Revenue Service (ERS) by President-elect Donald Trump has sparked significant debate across industries, including financial markets. Positioned as a new agency to collect tariffs and revenues from foreign imports, this initiative could reshape global trade dynamics and introduce notable volatility