The race to power AI data centers is reshaping America’s electric grid
AI data centers are driving unprecedented demand for electricity and putting pressure on America’s power grid to modernize its equipment. Google says its planned 780MW data center in Pine Island, Minnesota, could offer a model for powering the AI boom….
Women may be at greater risk of AI job losses. Telephone switch operators and PCs show why
The history of technological progress suggests that as AI spreads, the employment impact will hit women more than men.
French unrest compounds debt crisis fears. Paris-listed stocks, bonds and the euro fall
“It looks like either the bond markets riot, or the people riot, or both,” one analyst told CNBC.
Terrorism squad probes vehicle attack that critically injured Australian lawmaker
Australian lawmaker Helen Haines was in a critical condition on Monday after being deliberately struck by a car outside her office.
Treasury yields move higher as investors assess U.S. inflation backdrop
Treasury yields rose as investors weigh the domestic inflation and interest rate backdrop against broader geopolitical developments.
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi rejects criticism around weak yen and high interest rates
The prime minister denied that her policies were responsible for the yen’s weakness or rising JGB yields.
‘Where there’s smoke there’s fire’: Why BTIG is sounding the alarm on tech
Investors should use a potential rebound in semiconductor stocks to reduce exposure ahead of a decline that could stretch into 2027, according to BTIG.
Putin reportedly proposes three-way summit with Trump and Xi on Ukraine war — without Zelenskyy
The report comes amid mounting tensions between Ukraine and the United States, its largest military backer.
Indonesian stocks plunge to six-year low as MSCI downgrade fears mount
Indonesia’s benchmark stock index plunged to its lowest level in six years.
China’s third-quarter economic growth quickens to 4.5% as exports surge, beating estimates
China’s economic growth accelerated in the third quarter, as foreign demand for the country’s technological goods largely offset sluggish consumer demand.
