The Satellite Surge
Satellite internet is redrawing the global connectivity map. With Star link reaching 5 million users and gaining ground in underserved regions.
Why global capital is betting on clean energy
In 2024, global investment in energy transition tech hit $2.1 trillion, with clean energy leading at $270.1B. Capital is shifting from software to infrastructure, betting on the systems that will power tomorrow’s digital economy.
Robotaxis gain momentum but public skepticism still lingers
Robotaxis are rolling out globally, but adoption depends on trust. In China, consumers are embracing autonomous rides. In the U.S., safety concerns and skepticism are slowing momentum. The gap reveals how local attitudes shape the future of mobility.
Remittance money is reshaping global economies faster than foreign aid
In 2023, a quiet but profound shift redefined how capital fuels global development: migrant remittances reached $822 billion, nearly three times the value of foreign aid ($288 billion). This signals a significant recalibration of financial influence. More than a trillion dollars now moves annually from individuals working abroad to families
Asia’s startup surge: why the next silicon valley might be in the east
In the global race for startup supremacy, the Bay Area still leads, but Asia is closing in fast. San Francisco’s Bay Area remains the world’s top startup ecosystem with an index score of 853. But beneath that dominance lies a deeper shift: the rise of Asia as a
Music industry reaches new heights for consumers as digital innovation grows
The global music industry is composing one of its most powerful comeback stories. In 2023, recorded music revenues surged by 4.8%, reaching an all-time high of $29.6 billion, according to IFPI. But this isn't just a story about the business of music, it’s a sharp
From soda to sustainability: how beverage giants are reinventing growth
In an era defined by shifting consumer values and economic uncertainty, global beverage leaders are reimagining what it means to quench thirst. It's no longer just about distribution power or catchy advertising, today's winning formula blends premium experiences, sustainability, and agile supply chains. And the stakes
US consumer sentiment hits multi-year lows
American consumer sentiment has plummeted to its lowest point in more than two years, with the University of Michigan’s Consumer Expectations Index falling to a stark 60 points. This drop of 18% from the previous point is more than just a temporary dip. It signals something deeper: a rising
Consumers are shaping the markets and global capital is listening
Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index is up 19.3% this year. Germany’s DAX is close behind at 18.1%. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 barely inches forward with a 1.6% gain. These aren’t just market moves. They’re signals; clear ones about where global capital
How India’s consumers are driving a ₹22 trillion logistics revolution
It’s not just trucks and warehouses anymore, India’s ₹22 trillion logistics sector is being re-engineered by rising consumer expectations. From two-day deliveries in small towns to real-time tracking for bulk shipments, the real disruptor in India’s supply chain isn't technology alone, it’s the empowered
How private markets are redefining capital in America
For decades, the U.S. financial system was shaped by public markets and regulated banks. But a seismic shift has taken place. Over the past twenty years, U.S. debt and equity markets have ballooned by 185%, dramatically outpacing global GDP growth of 88%. This reflects a profound turn toward
The $4.3 trillion digital services driving the global economy
Just a decade ago, digital services were seen as a bonus, an add-on to traditional trade. Today, they’ve become the backbone of the global economy In 2023 alone, digitally delivered services surged to $4.3 trillion, accounting for 13.8% of all global trade. And it’s one that