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JPMorgan strategists highlight that AI investment opportunities extend beyond tech giants to capital-intensive sectors like semiconductors and infrastructure. The firm forecasts nearly 10% total return for the S&P 500 and identifies European bank stocks as attractive due to improving fundamentals.
Read MoreFormer President Trump stated that inflation, which he attributes to Democratic policies, has dropped significantly and pledged to push it lower. This comment adds to the ongoing economic debate ahead of the election.
Read MoreSoftBank's Masayoshi Son predicts that by 2040, there will be 100 trillion AI agents and 1 billion humanoid robots, making AI the largest industry in history. He forecasts AI will contribute 20% of global GDP, fundamentally shifting society to an agent-centric model and requiring massive investments in data centers and energy.
Read MoreApple is partnering with Baidu to develop AI-powered search capabilities and an enhanced Siri for iPhone users in China. The collaboration, hinted at in recent code discoveries, aligns with Apple's regulatory clearance for generative AI services in the market.
Read MoreA Meta executive indicates AI token costs for top engineers could soon match their salaries, prompting potential usage caps. The company is shifting from encouraging usage to managing ROI, having removed internal leaderboards to curb inefficient spending.
Read MoreOn-chain analysis reveals an anonymous address holding $24M each in 20x leveraged ETH long and BTC short positions. With $4.07M unrealized loss on ETH and $216K profit on BTC, the net unrealized loss stands at $3.85M, showcasing the extreme risks of high-leverage trading during market volatility.
Read MoreAustralia will establish a national AI Office to coordinate standards and oversight. New rules will mandate data centers to be net energy producers with strict water limits, addressing AI's soaring energy demands. Legislation is expected early next year.
Read MoreSpaceX shares closed at $136.08 after three consecutive days of decline, just $1 above its $135 IPO price. The stock has fallen approximately 33% from its post-listing peak, raising concerns about near-term performance and investor sentiment.
Read MoreThe White House is considering additional executive actions targeting open-source AI models, building on a recent voluntary review framework. Officials emphasize protecting the U.S. open-source ecosystem amid growing competition, with industry proposals fueling speculation about new regulations.
Read MoreZhongji Xuchuang, a leading AI optical module maker, is close to securing Chinese regulatory approval for its Hong Kong IPO, which could raise around $7 billion. This would position it as one of the largest listings in Hong Kong in recent years, highlighting strong investor interest in AI infrastructure.
Read MoreBeijing's cyberspace authority reported one new generative AI service has completed filing as of July 15, bringing the total to 257. This reflects the city's ongoing efforts to standardize AI industry management, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance for sustainable sector growth.
Read MoreAs of July 15, Shanghai has approved two new generative AI services for public use, including Apple Intelligence and Nubia Doubao's mobile model. This brings the city's total approved AI services to 171, reflecting a maturing regulatory landscape and a more diverse competitive market.
Read MoreIsrael lifted restrictions on U.S. military refueling aircraft at Ben Gurion Airport on July 15 after American pressure. The decision reverses a prior ban by Israel's transport minister, driven by escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and the need for rapid regional response. Civilian airport operations had raised concerns.
Read MoreAlibaba's U.S.-listed shares rose 3.5% in pre-market trading on July 15. The surge followed reports that its large AI model "Qianwen" may integrate its AI capabilities into Apple's ecosystem, sparking investor optimism about potential synergies and growth prospects.
Read MoreApple's on-device generative AI model for iPhones in China has completed regulatory filing, accelerating its launch. The filing confirms Alibaba as the local partner for the service, marking a key step in Apple's AI rollout within the Chinese market.
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