Posts by Liam Redmond
HSBC launches UAE asset management business to tap into wealth influx
The bank has focused its growth efforts on regions such as Asia and the Middle East [DUBAI] HSBC is opening an asset management business in the UAE and launching 10 onshore funds, it said on Monday (Jan 12), as the bank deepens its investment in the region and taps into an influx of wealth into…
Read MoreEurope and China’s feud over chips is reaching a breaking point
Since a Dutch court intervened in Nijmegen-based Nexperia’s ownership in October, the stand-off has threatened to disrupt car production in Europe and around the world [BEIJING] An effort by Europe to stand up to China and retain local technology is approaching a breaking point. In a fight over a critical link in the global supply…
Read MoreReturns generated by GIC, Temasek ‘reasonable and within expectations’: Jeffrey Siow
Temasek operates mainly as a ‘bottom-up investor’, while GIC’s mandate is to preserve the international purchasing power of its assets under management [SINGAPORE] The returns generated by Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC and state-owned investment company Temasek are “reasonable and within expectations” given their respective mandates and risk profiles, said Senior Minister of State for…
Read MoreUS to host meeting on rare earths as China-Japan spat simmers
The discussions are expected to also include officials from Australia, South Korea, India, Mexico and the European Union THE US will host a gathering of Group of Seven ministers to discuss rare earths this week, underscoring the shared push to develop alternative supplies in an industry dominated by China. Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne will…
Read MoreElon Musk’s Grok bot restricts sexual image generation after global outcry
Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot on Thursday started restricting the ability for non-paying users to create deepfake, sexualized images after global pushback from users and governments. Late last month, some users began tagging Grok on Musk’s social media platform X with prompts such as “put her in a bikini” to generate nonconsensual images of real people…
Read MoreNew VR documentary puts you in the devastation of the L.A. fires — and might help you heal
A snapshot of fire-ravaged Altadena is laid out before me, hovering like a diorama. My eyes zero in on a red door, its frame one of the few surviving remnants of a home. I pull it closer to me, and in moments I see a fraction of the house as it once was — now…
Read MoreStart Young, Pivot Fast, Build Relentlessly Now
I’m Erik Huberman, and my stance is simple: momentum beats perfection. Careers are not straight lines. They are a series of quick moves, tough pivots, and compounding lessons. That’s the only way I’ve ever built anything that lasted. The story people don’t see is the messy middle. It’s the year you make almost nothing. It’s…
Read MoreEssential Questions to Ask Before Signing an Internet Contract
When choosing an internet provider, it is rarely as simple as comparing prices. Many people forget to read the fine print or ask important questions. You should understand the terms and conditions before signing any internet contract. It is always better to ask the right questions to avoid unexpected expenses or disruptions later on. A…
Read MoreHoliday shoppers spent a record amount online, searching out deals amid economic anxiety
Consumers splurged this last holiday season, enticed by good deals even as they worried about growth and inflation. Online shoppers spent a record $257.8 billion during the holiday season as they snagged major discounts on electronics, sporting goods and appliances, Adobe data show. The San José company, which analyzes online transactions on its Adobe Analytics…
Read MoreEarly Movers Win The AI Discovery Game
Search is shifting under our feet. A new discovery system is forming, and it looks a lot like the early days of SEO. My take is simple: those who act now on GEO and AI optimization will win outsized results. This moment rewards speed, learning, and a bias for action. Wait, and you’ll be stuck…
Read MoreAre Premarital Assets Protected in Divorce?
If you’re thinking about filing for divorce, you might also be thinking about how your assets will be divided. For those who brought assets into the marriage with them, it’s an even more critical point. Known as premarital assets, most are protected in a divorce, but it’s not always cut-and-dry. Knowing what is protected and…
Read More5 Steps to a Luxury Laundry Routine That Feels Like Self-Care, Featuring the Fine-Fragrance Detergent People Call Their “Sunday Reset”
From fragrance-forward detergent to intentional timing, small changes can turn laundry day into a restorative ritual many now call a “Sunday Reset.” Laundry has long been treated as a task to rush through, wedged between errands and obligations. But as self-care expands beyond skincare and fitness, more people are rethinking how everyday routines fit into…
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