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Seoul's $101B Gambit: Korea Goes All-In on AI and Chip Sovereignty
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Seoul's $101B Gambit: Korea Goes All-In on AI and Chip Sovereignty

South Korea launches a $101.5B Public Growth Fund targeting AI and semiconductors. PRISM analyzes this strategic move in the global tech sovereignty race.

SHINee’s Key and the Impossible Performance of Grief
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SHINee’s Key and the Impossible Performance of Grief

SHINee Key's tribute to Jonghyun sparked backlash, revealing a dangerous new era of parasocial policing and the weaponization of celebrity grief.

The Adherence Gap: Healthcare's $500 Billion Problem Hiding in Plain Sight
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The Adherence Gap: Healthcare's $500 Billion Problem Hiding in Plain Sight

Analysis of frontline medical advice reveals a $500B 'adherence gap' in healthcare. Learn why your daily habits are a systemic risk and a huge tech opportunity.

Regime Change: Trump's New Crypto Chiefs Signal a US Policy Pivot from Containment to Competition
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Regime Change: Trump's New Crypto Chiefs Signal a US Policy Pivot from Containment to Competition

The confirmation of new crypto-friendly chiefs at the CFTC and FDIC signals a major US policy shift. Our analysis breaks down the market impact and what it means for investors.

The Flatpack Satellite Revolution: Why Space Force's 'DiskSat' Launch Matters
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The Flatpack Satellite Revolution: Why Space Force's 'DiskSat' Launch Matters

The US Space Force and NASA just launched DiskSats, a radical new flat satellite design. PRISM analyzes how this could upend launch economics and the space industry.

The Dovish Hike: Why a Weaker Yen After BOJ's Rate Rise Is Bullish for Bitcoin
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The Dovish Hike: Why a Weaker Yen After BOJ's Rate Rise Is Bullish for Bitcoin

The Bank of Japan's rate hike paradoxically weakened the yen, signaling global liquidity remains intact. Discover why this matters for risk assets like Bitcoin.

The Roast Economy: Why AI's Failure to 'Burn' Is a Billion-Dollar Problem
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The Roast Economy: Why AI's Failure to 'Burn' Is a Billion-Dollar Problem

Online roasting isn't just memes. It's a complex social signal that reveals the current limits of AI and points to the future of authentic digital engagement.

The Algorithm Is the New Kingmaker: Why Data-Driven Awards Are Redefining K-Drama Success
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The Algorithm Is the New Kingmaker: Why Data-Driven Awards Are Redefining K-Drama Success

The 2025 FUNdex Awards signal a seismic shift. Discover how data, not industry politics, is now defining success and reshaping the future of Korean dramas.

China's Diplomatic Gambit, Its Netizens' Digital War: The Unseen Front in the Sino-Indian Rivalry
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China's Diplomatic Gambit, Its Netizens' Digital War: The Unseen Front in the Sino-Indian Rivalry

Beijing's attempt to mend ties with India is being sabotaged by its own social media, where online nationalism threatens geopolitical stability. An analysis.

The TikTok Deal Is Done: Welcome to the Era of the 'Digital Iron Curtain'
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The TikTok Deal Is Done: Welcome to the Era of the 'Digital Iron Curtain'

The landmark TikTok sale to an Oracle-led JV isn't just a deal; it's a new global blueprint for data nationalism. PRISM analyzes the geopolitical fallout.

BOJ's Rate Hike Wasn't a Threat. It Was a Green Light for Crypto.
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BOJ's Rate Hike Wasn't a Threat. It Was a Green Light for Crypto.

The Bank of Japan's historic rate hike removed a key global risk, signaling to investors that the path is clear for a new liquidity-driven rally in crypto and tech.

Skimpflation Nation: Why Your $20 Sandwich Looks So Sad
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Skimpflation Nation: Why Your $20 Sandwich Looks So Sad

Viral 'sad food' photos are more than a meme. They're a sign of 'skimpflation,' an experience recession driven by tech and economic pressure. Here's why it matters.