COMEX gold futures posted their ninth consecutive quarterly record high in early Q4 2025, and rose to a high of $4,398 in October before pulling back to just over $3,900 per ounce later that month. In early December, the price was back above $4,230,...
The global copper market has witnessed a notable downturn in recent months, with prices of the essential industrial metal experiencing significant pressure. This decline, observed across major exchanges like the London Metal Exchange (LME) and Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE), is primarily attributed to a confluence of factors: a strengthening U.
Caterpillar is a top leader in data center power with strong air permits, according to BofA Securities analyst Michael Feniger, who reiterates a Buy rating and $650 price target.
For much of the past year, whispers in financial circles questioned gold's (XAU) ability to attract significant buying interest, even as expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve began to solidify. Analysts pondered why the traditional safe-haven asset seemed to struggle, particularly given the anticipated shift towards lower interest rates. However,
The global oil market is experiencing a delicate balance of forces as OPEC+ recently concluded a pivotal meeting, opting to maintain its current oil production levels for the first quarter of 2026. This decision, finalized around December 1, 2025, has sent ripples through the market, sparking an initial, albeit modest,
In a critical move to stabilize the nation's agricultural sector, the U.S. government is preparing to roll out a series of "bridge payments" to farmers. These payments, anticipated to be around $12 billion, are designed to provide immediate financial relief, bridging the gap until more comprehensive, long-term aid and
The digital backbone of modern society is under constant siege, a reality starkly illuminated by recent events such as Baker University's prolonged systems outage. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) permeates every facet of technology infrastructure, from critical national services to educational institutions, the demands for robust cybersecurity and unyielding system resilience have never been more urgent. [...]
One area that is important for determining if the consumer economy is close to a turn is spending on big ticket items - vehicles and other durable consumer goods.
The landscape of mobile photography has been irrevocably transformed by the relentless march of Artificial Intelligence, and the recent global launch of the Vivo X300 Pro in October 2025, followed by its India debut on December 2, 2025, stands as a pivotal moment in this evolution. This flagship smartphone, co-engineered with ZEISS, isn't merely equipped [...]
The relentless march of artificial intelligence continues to redefine the technological landscape, extending its profound influence far beyond software algorithms to permeate the very fabric of corporate performance and stock market valuations. In an era where AI is no longer a futuristic concept but a present-day imperative, companies that strategically embed AI into their operations [...]
AI-driven shopping is reshaping Black Friday, boosting online sales and positioning tech-focused ETFs to benefit from the rise of algorithm-powered retail.
The landscape of artificial intelligence is experiencing an unprecedented acceleration of innovation and competition as late 2025 draws to a close. At the heart of this technological arms race are two titans: OpenAI's ChatGPT series and Google's (NASDAQ: GOOGL) formidable Gemini 3. Recent developments, including Google's aggressive launch of Gemini 3 and OpenAI's reported internal [...]
Vanguard Group Inc., the world’s second largest asset manager, began allowing cryptocurrency ETFs on its brokerage platform starting December 2, 2025, reversing years of staunch opposition to digital assets and granting over 50 million clients access to Bitcoin
The artificial intelligence landscape is grappling with a sophisticated new threat: "syntax hacking." This advanced adversarial technique is effectively bypassing the carefully constructed safety measures of large language models (LLMs), triggering alarm across the AI community and sparking urgent calls for a fundamental re-evaluation of AI security. As AI models become increasingly integrated into critical [...]
The landscape of artificial intelligence is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by an unprecedented surge in specialized AI chips and groundbreaking server technologies. These advancements are not merely incremental improvements; they represent a fundamental reshaping of how AI is developed, deployed, and scaled, from massive cloud data centers to the furthest reaches of edge computing. [...]
The cryptocurrency world, often a tempestuous sea of innovation and speculation, witnessed a dramatic event on December 2, 2025, as American Bitcoin Corp. (Nasdaq: ABTC), a prominent Bitcoin mining firm with strong ties to the Trump family, saw its stock plummet by over 51% in intraday trading. This precipitous decline, which erased nearly half of [...]
Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) has unveiled a groundbreaking class of AI agents, dubbed "frontier agents," capable of operating autonomously for extended periods—even days—without constant human intervention. Announced at the Amazon Web Services (AWS) re:Invent conference on December 2, 2025, this development marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence, signaling a significant shift from [...]
March NY world sugar #11 (SBH26 ) on Tuesday closed up +0.22 (+1.49%), and March London ICE white sugar #5 (SWH26 ) closed up +8.30 (+1.97%). Sugar prices rose on Tuesday amid bullish news from the European Union. European sugar producers are expect...
As the gaming world eagerly anticipates the December 4, 2025, launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 1, the updates promise an unprecedented influx of new content, maps, and gameplay refinements. Yet, beneath the surface of new tactical opportunities and expanded universes, a significant technological undercurrent is stirring controversy: the confirmed, [...]
March ICE NY cocoa (CCH26 ) today on Tuesday closed down -101 (-1.82%), and March ICE London cocoa #7 (CAH26 ) closed down -57 (-1.39%). Cocoa prices retreated on Tuesday, as favorable weather forecasts in West Africa are expected to improve yields a...
Abu Dhabi, UAE – December 2, 2025 – In a landmark agreement poised to reshape the landscape of global artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure, the Republic of Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) formally cemented a comprehensive AI partnership on November 18, 2025. This strategic alliance, underpinned by an ambitious $20.5 billion 'Stargate Infra [...]
Darden's third annual DC Tech Connect event, convened on October 24, 2025, by the Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology, gathered a distinguished assembly of students, alumni, and industry leaders. The event, held at Darden's Sands Family Grounds in the DC Metro area, served as a crucial forum for immersing MBA candidates in the [...]
A groundbreaking convergence of artificial intelligence and medical imaging is poised to revolutionize prenatal care, dramatically improving the detection of congenital heart defects (CHDs). This significant breakthrough promises earlier diagnoses, more timely interventions, and ultimately, enhanced outcomes for countless newborns affected by these common birth abnormalities. The integration of AI into routine prenatal ultrasounds is [...]
In a significant stride towards digital inclusion and sustainable urban mobility, CityServe, in partnership with Grand Canyon University (GCU) CityServe, is making headlines today, December 2, 2025, with its impactful initiatives to dismantle tech and transportation barriers. Through the strategic distribution of refurbished laptops and e-bikes, CityServe is empowering communities, fostering digital literacy, and providing [...]
In late 2024, Baker University faced a digital catastrophe, experiencing a significant systems outage that crippled its operations for months. Triggered by "suspicious activity" detected on December 24, 2024, the incident led to an immediate and comprehensive shutdown of the university's network, impacting everything from student portals and email to campus Wi-Fi and the learning [...]
March arabica coffee (KCH26 ) on Tuesday closed down -6.25 (-1.65%), and January ICE robusta coffee (RMF26 ) closed down -121 (-2.71%). Coffee prices fell sharply on Tuesday, with robusta posting a 1-week low. The outlook for abundant coffee supplie...
Springfield, IL – December 2, 2025 – In a landmark move poised to reshape the landscape of artificial intelligence in healthcare, Illinois has become the first U.S. state to enact comprehensive legislation specifically regulating the use of AI in mental health therapy services. The Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act, also known as [...]
The smartphone photography landscape has been irrevocably altered with the recent unveiling of the Vivo X300 Pro. Launched in China on October 17, 2025, and making its debut in India on December 2, 2025, this flagship device is not merely an incremental upgrade but a bold statement in mobile imaging. Co-engineered with ZEISS, the X300 [...]
The convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI), often termed "Quantum AI," is rapidly emerging as the pivotal advancement poised to unlock unprecedented potentials for AI. This synergy is increasingly viewed as the "missing key" for AI's future, promising to overcome fundamental computational limitations currently faced by classical computing paradigms. While classical AI has [...]
The upcoming India's Defence Symposium 2.0, slated to unfold at IIT Bombay from December 22 to 24, 2025, is poised to be a landmark event in the nation's strategic discourse. Bringing together India's most distinguished military minds, the symposium will delve into the critical nexus of national security, modern warfare, and the transformative power of [...]
Pittsburgh, PA – December 2, 2025 – Coherent Corp. (NASDAQ: COHR), a global leader in materials, networking, and lasers, has witnessed an extraordinary year, with its stock price surging by an impressive 62% year-to-date. This remarkable ascent, bringing the company near its 52-week highs, is largely attributed to its pivotal role in the burgeoning artificial [...]
As artificial intelligence rapidly integrates into the foundational aspects of modern life, from determining housing eligibility to influencing job prospects and healthcare access, the imperative to ensure these powerful systems uphold fundamental civil rights has become paramount. In a significant legislative move, the proposed Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2024 (S.5152), introduced in the [...]
Amazon Web Services (AWS) (NASDAQ: AMZN) has announced a significant expansion of its collaboration with Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), revealing plans to integrate key Nvidia AI technology into future generations of its artificial intelligence computing chips and roll out an array of new, powerful servers. Unveiled at AWS's annual re:Invent conference in Las Vegas on Tuesday, [...]
BYD reports strong sales in November, including record exports. While this could be bad for Tesla, the EV giant also has strong China figures in November.
Boeing stock inches higher on CFO Jay Malave’s bullish remarks at a UBS conference. One analyst sees BA shares doubling from here by the end of this decade.
