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22 JUNE

Tech Polycrisis - AI's Advance Meets Global Caution

This week, the tech industry faced a "polycrisis." Unchecked AI ambition, with massive investments and new products, clashed with growing caution. Geopolitical tensions are fracturing the global tech landscape, venture capital is sharply divided, and sophisticated cyberattacks are targeting entire industries, reflecting a deeply contradictory and uncertain environment.

22 June

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21 min
4 JUNE

Australia's Living Libraries - Unpacking the Ancient Power of Aboriginal Art

Aboriginal art, the world's oldest continuous living art tradition, is a vital storytelling medium. It conveys Dreamtime narratives, ancestral connections to Country, and cultural laws through diverse regional styles. Contemporary artists evolve these traditions, addressing modern issues while preserving this rich heritage, emphasizing ethical practices and cultural integrity.

4 June

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25 min
5 JULY

Global Markets - A Tale of Two Economies

Global markets diverged as US stocks hit record highs, fueled by strong jobs data and a tax bill. In contrast, European and Asian markets fell, weighed down by anxiety over the looming July 9 US tariff deadline, creating a split between American optimism and global trade policy uncertainty.

5 July

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40 min
18 MAY

AI Tsunami, Cyber Storm, and Chip Wars - Navigating the Week's Wild IT Ride (16th May 2025)

The IT industry saw AI dominate deals and research, with Microsoft's efficient LLM and Google's AlphaEvolve making headlines. Cybersecurity challenges mounted with significant breaches and AI-driven threats. Tech stocks rallied on positive trade news, while cloud and semiconductor sectors surged to support AI's growth. Global AI regulation discussions continued.

18 May

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28 min
18 JULY

Global Markets - US Peaks, Asia Diverges

This week's global markets saw divergent fortunes. The US hit new records driven by strong economic data and "soft landing" hopes. While Europe posted modest gains, Asia-Pacific showed stark contrasts: Australia surged, China and Hong Kong advanced, but Japan was muted, and India declined due to domestic factors. This highlights local narratives increasingly trumping a unified global trend.

18 July

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15 min
28 JUNE

Global Markets Rally - Tensions Ease, Rate Cuts Loom

Global markets rallied strongly as a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, along with positive trade news, eased investor fears. This risk-on shift occurred despite weak economic data from the US and China, with the rally fueled by strong expectations of future central bank interest rate cuts.

28 June

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23 min
11 MAY

AI Everywhere, Cyber Threats Evolving, and the Cloud Race : Tech's Wild Ride to May-2025

This week in IT (ending May 9, 2025): AI innovation surged, impacting jobs and tools. Cybersecurity threats persisted with significant breaches. Cloud competition intensified, driven by AI demand. Global tech regulations evolved, affecting digital equity, semiconductors, and online privacy. Key companies announced strategic shifts in streaming and telecom.

11 May

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5 min
9 AUG

Global Tug of War - How Bad News Became Good News in a Tariff Struck Market

Global markets (week ending August 8, 2025) were pulled between US tariff fears and rate cut hopes. Weak US jobs data solidified expectations for Federal Reserve easing, sparking a "bad news is good news" rally in US tech. However, India slid down due to new tariffs, showcasing divergent global impacts.

9 Aug

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43 min
11 JULY

Global Markets Retreat - Tariffs Resurface, Bitcoin Soars

The second week of July 2025 delivered a "tale of two halves" for global financial markets. After initial record highs, U.S. tariff announcements caused a sharp reversal, snapping Wall Street's winning streak. European markets also stumbled. Regional responses varied, with China rallying on stimulus, India's IT sector slumping, and Bitcoin surging amidst volatility.

11 July

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27 min
18 JUNE

Paubha Paintings - Nepal's Sacred Artistic Heritage

Paubha is a sacred art from Nepal's Newar community, depicting Hindu and Buddhist deities for meditation. The meticulous, ritualistic creation process distinguishes it from Tibetan Thangkas. Today, this ancient tradition faces modern challenges while experiencing a global revival, blending tradition with innovation.

18 June

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25 min

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Tech Polycrisis - AI's Advance Meets Global Caution

Australia's Living Libraries - Unpacking the Ancient Power of Aboriginal Art

Global Markets - A Tale of Two Economies

AI Tsunami, Cyber Storm, and Chip Wars - Navigating the Week's Wild IT Ride (16th May 2025)

Global Markets - US Peaks, Asia Diverges

Global Markets Rally - Tensions Ease, Rate Cuts Loom

AI Everywhere, Cyber Threats Evolving, and the Cloud Race : Tech's Wild Ride to May-2025

Global Tug of War - How Bad News Became Good News in a Tariff Struck Market

Global Markets Retreat - Tariffs Resurface, Bitcoin Soars

Paubha Paintings - Nepal's Sacred Artistic Heritage

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