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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewInfrastructure Funds Account for 77 Percent of New Climate Capital Raised, Report Finds
A recent report from Sightline Climate reveals that infrastructure funds now capture 77 percent of new climate capital. This shift is driven by rising power demand from the AI boom and the need for grid upgrades amid ageing infrastructure. Global forecasts project $5.8 trillion i…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTens of Thousands Protest at Samsung Chip Facility Over Worker Profit-Sharing Demands
Tens of thousands of people assembled outside Samsung's main chip hub to call for employees to receive a larger portion of profits. The demand focused on gains from the AI boom. The event highlights ongoing discussions about profit distribution at the company.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFed Study: AI Products 23% of U.S. Imports in 2025, Up 73% From 2023
A Federal Reserve study reveals AI-related products made up nearly a quarter of U.S. imports last year, fueling a record trade deficit despite President Trump's tariffs. Imports of such goods surged 73% since 2023, offsetting slower growth elsewhere. Exemptions shielded much of t…
theedgemarkets.comViTrox Cofounder Rejoins Malaysia's Richest Ranks Amid AI Chip Demand Growth
A cofounder of Malaysian company ViTrox has rejoined the ranks of Malaysia's richest people, driven by increased demand for chip inspection equipment during the AI boom. ViTrox specializes in semiconductor chip inspection technology, and its value has risen due to this trend. For…