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Beyond Concrete: How Megabridges Are Rewriting Global Power and Trade
TechEN
Beyond Concrete: How Megabridges Are Rewriting Global Power and Trade

An analysis of the world's longest bridges, revealing how these engineering marvels are strategic assets shaping global trade, tech, and geopolitical dominance.

The ISAC Paradox: K-Pop's 'Dating Square' or a High-Stakes Corporate Arena?
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The ISAC Paradox: K-Pop's 'Dating Square' or a High-Stakes Corporate Arena?

SHINee's Minho and BIGBANG's Daesung reveal the two faces of the Idol Star Athletics Championships, exposing a deeper industry paradox.

The End of the Black Slab: Why Your Phone's Color is the New Spec War
TechEN
The End of the Black Slab: Why Your Phone's Color is the New Spec War

The return of colorful phones isn't a fad. It's a strategic shift from specs to style, signaling a new battle for profit and market share in tech.

Japan's 30-Year Economic Slumber is Over: Why the BOJ's Rate Hike Changes Everything
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Japan's 30-Year Economic Slumber is Over: Why the BOJ's Rate Hike Changes Everything

The Bank of Japan's first major rate hike in 30 years marks a pivotal shift for the global economy. PRISM analyzes the impact on capital flows and supply chains.

Intel's $100B Gamble: The World's Most Advanced Foundry Is Open—And Empty
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Intel's $100B Gamble: The World's Most Advanced Foundry Is Open—And Empty

Intel's advanced 18A chip fab is running, but with no major customers, its $100B foundry dream faces a crisis of trust. Can US industrial policy succeed?

Russia's Human API: How One Photographer Pierces the Digital Iron Curtain
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Russia's Human API: How One Photographer Pierces the Digital Iron Curtain

As Russia retreats behind a digital curtain, one photographer's work provides a rare, human API into its complex reality. This is a new form of cultural intelligence.

OpenAI's $830B Valuation Isn't Just a Number—It's a Geopolitical Power Play
TechEN
OpenAI's $830B Valuation Isn't Just a Number—It's a Geopolitical Power Play

OpenAI's rumored $100B funding at an $830B valuation isn't just about capital. It signals a shift to AI as a geopolitical infrastructure race. Read our analysis.

Ji Sung's 'The Judge Returns': More Than a K-Drama, It's a Content Strategy Masterclass
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Ji Sung's 'The Judge Returns': More Than a K-Drama, It's a Content Strategy Masterclass

Analysis of 'The Judge Returns' starring Ji Sung. Discover why this K-drama is a masterclass in content strategy, IP monetization, and streaming war tactics.

The Scapegoat Strategy: How Global Leaders Weaponize Division for Power
PoliticsEN
The Scapegoat Strategy: How Global Leaders Weaponize Division for Power

From Ukraine to Venezuela, leaders are increasingly using scapegoating to justify conflict and deflect blame. A PRISM analysis of the growing global risk.

Putin's Price Tag: How Moscow is Framing the Ukraine Endgame for Trump and the West
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Putin's Price Tag: How Moscow is Framing the Ukraine Endgame for Trump and the West

Putin's latest speech isn't just rhetoric; it's a strategic move to frame the Ukraine endgame. We analyze the geopolitical and financial implications.

US Freezes Diversity Visa: A Political Gambit with Global Consequences for Talent
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US Freezes Diversity Visa: A Political Gambit with Global Consequences for Talent

The US suspends the green card lottery after a tragic shooting. This analysis explores the geopolitical impact, consequences for global talent, and the rise of immigration tech.

Europe's Two-Year Bet on Ukraine: Why a Loan, Not Seizure, is the Real Story
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Europe's Two-Year Bet on Ukraine: Why a Loan, Not Seizure, is the Real Story

The EU's new loan for Ukraine is more than aid; it's a strategic pivot on global finance, defense, and dependency on the US. Here's why it matters.