Geopolitics
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City Week 2026: Discussion on shifting sands of geopolitical developments
Experts touched upon a wide range of topics, from structural shifts in US politics, to capital flows, US-China competition, and the future geopolitical landscape.
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The impacts of the Iran war reach North Africa
The Iran war is creating a mixed economic picture for North Africa, with each nation’s position as a winner or loser largely dictated by its specific reliance on energy imports or investment channels.
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“AI is now the engine of economic power and hard power” says UK tech sec Liz Kendall
Minister makes ambitious pitch for UK’s place in an AI world, but finding a balance between US and EU stances still the biggest challenge.
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Backed into a corner: Why pressure on Iran is expanding its options
The conflict in the Gulf is more than a security event; it is a live stress test of risk management. Ben Todd offers six steps for organizations operating in the region.
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Risk of disorderly corrections mounting, says ESMA
Global climate policy is fragmented, cyber risks are increasing, and the rise of stablecoins means spillover risk of a crypto correction, per a report by the agency.
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Geopolitics and geoeconomics cited as greatest risks by World Economic Forum
AI anxiety soars, while environmental risks declined in ranking in the short term (but loom large in the long term).
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FSB warns on gaps and inconsistencies in global crypto regulation
The warning comes at a time of increased debate in jurisdictions around the world about how to regulate crypto.
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Hong Kong: a comeback with Chinese characteristics
After a stagnant few years, the territory’s financial sector is regaining its global standing with a push from Beijing.