China’s Third Plenum is a highly anticipated policy meeting that holds significant weight in shaping the country’s economic policies. In the past, Third Plenums have led to transformative periods for China, as seen in 1978 under the leadership of Deng Xiaoping. During that year’s Third Plenum, China made a bold move to open its doors
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Renowned investor Bill Gross has expressed concerns about the behavior of Tesla in the market, likening it to a speculative play favored by retail investors. Gross highlighted the sagging fundamentals of Tesla coupled with its unprecedented price action, indicating a similarity to meme stocks. He views this trend as a concerning sign of the times,
Athletic Brewing Company, a leading nonalcoholic brewer, has recently secured an additional $50 million in equity financing in a round led by General Atlantic. This funding is expected to further support the company’s growth and expansion plans. In fact, Athletic CEO and founder Bill Shufelt expressed optimism that General Atlantic would make even larger investments
Thailand’s automotive landscape is shifting, with electric vehicles (EVs) taking the lead as the future of transportation. Chinese automaker BYD has recognized the potential of this market and is making strategic moves to solidify its position in Thailand. BYD’s decision to acquire a 20% stake in Rever Automotive, its local distributor, showcases its commitment to
In a recent exclusive interview with CNBC, George Zhao, the CEO of Chinese smartphone company Honor, highlighted the critical importance of protecting user data in the development and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies. Zhao emphasized that while AI has the potential to significantly transform various aspects of our lives, this potential can only be realized
Europe is at risk of losing ground to the U.S. and China in the field of artificial intelligence, according to Prince Constantijn of the Netherlands. While European Union regulators have been focusing on regulating AI technologies through laws like the EU AI Act, Constantijn believes that this approach may limit Europe’s potential to become a
Germany’s Economy Minister, Robert Habeck, recently visited China to discuss the proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese goods. Contrary to popular belief, Habeck emphasized that these tariffs are not a form of punishment. This visit marks the first by a senior European official since the EU suggested imposing significant duties on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs)
Recently, Chinese authorities unveiled a new policy aimed at supporting the venture capital sector in the country. This move has raised hopes for faster approvals of initial public offerings (IPOs) in the near future. The Chinese venture capital ecosystem, which was once thriving, has experienced a significant slowdown over the past three years due to
Despite facing opposition from large institutional investors, Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package was approved by shareholders. This overwhelming show of support from retail investors solidifies Musk’s leadership within the company and reaffirms their confidence in his vision for Tesla’s future. The annual meeting highlighted Tesla’s recent achievements and plans for autonomous vehicles,
In a world where corporate expenses can often be abused or mismanaged by employees, CleverCards has stepped in to revolutionize the way companies control and monitor their financial transactions. By utilizing a digital platform linked to configurable expense cards, CleverCards provides businesses with the tools they need to ensure that their corporate payment cards are
In recent years, the financial technology industry has experienced a significant shift towards a more sustainable and grounded approach. As highlighted by industry executives and investors at the Money20/20 event in Amsterdam, there seems to be a consensus that the sector has reached a “bottom.” The days of reckless venture capital investments in startups with
In a bold move to shake up the private equity investing industry, CEO Kelly Rodriques from the alternative trading platform Forge Global is on a mission to revolutionize the way investors access unicorns. Partnering with Accuidity, Rodriques introduced the Forge Accuidity Private Market Index, a groundbreaking financial innovation aimed at broadening the participation of investors