Economy

Internal Russian government document reveals the country's ambitious 2030 tech self-sufficiency targets are unrealistic as sanctions drive deeper dependence on Chinese suppliers.

Life extension technologies are becoming exclusive to the wealthy, raising profound questions about inequality and the commodification of human longevity.

Thailand's feline market surpasses canine sector at $11.8 billion, earning government recognition as key economic driver amid 30% drop in Chinese tourism.

US refinery workers threaten nationwide strike as union negotiations intensify. Energy prices and fuel supply chains hang in the balance amid labor disputes.

Singapore Institute of Technology transforms its campus into a living laboratory for energy and robotics, partnering with Hitachi and Hyundai to bridge the academia-industry gap.

An analysis of China's systematic approach to winning the AI race and its early successes, examining implications for global tech competition and innovation.

One year into Trump's second term, his economic pressure tactics are forcing ASEAN to abandon its strategic ambiguity and choose sides in the great power competition.

While cigarettes kill 3.1 million people annually, Southeast Asian governments ban less harmful vaping products while collecting taxes from traditional tobacco sales.

Ford reportedly held discussions with Chinese tech giant Xiaomi about electric vehicle partnership. As traditional automakers struggle with EV transition, could tech companies hold the key to survival?

Waymo seeks $16 billion at $110 billion valuation, signaling massive expansion of autonomous ride-hailing. What does this mean for the auto industry?

Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest point since the 2025 tariff announcement, raising questions about cryptocurrency's role as a safe haven asset amid policy uncertainty.

Financial Times launches aggressive pricing strategy amid intensifying competition in digital media subscriptions. What this means for content quality and consumer choice.