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• The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) warns that the current global race to build AI infrastructure could trigger a severe market disruption. • The BIS suggests that the AI investment surge is mirroring previous technological booms that were fueled by excessive debt and eventually ended in financial busts. • This warning highlights the risk of a "boom-to-bust" cycle if the massive capital expenditures on AI hardware and data centers fail to generate expected economic returns.

• European startups raised $24 billion in the second quarter of 2026, marking the strongest quarterly performance in four years. • This funding surge represents an approximate 33% increase compared to the previous quarter. • The growth is primarily driven by the United Kingdom and the expansion of artificial intelligence giants.

• The AI infrastructure security market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.1% through 2030, driven by an increase in sophisticated cyber threats. • Growth is centered on the development of automated threat detection, enhanced real-time monitoring, and the expansion of security frameworks for AI systems. • Global tariffs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific are currently increasing the cost of imported security hardware and advanced tools.

• Boeing stock rose 3.17% to reach $233.27 following news of the company's expansion of 737 MAX production. • The growth is driven by the establishment of a fourth assembly line for the 737 MAX aircraft to meet demand. • This expansion signals strong operational momentum, which has triggered increased buying interest from investors.

• Samsung Electronics forecasts a massive 19-fold increase in operating profit for the second quarter of 2026. • The projected earnings are expected to surpass the company's combined total profits from the previous three years. • This surge is driven by an intense global chip crunch fueled by skyrocketing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) technology.

• Campaigners have accused GB News co-owner Sir Paul Marshall of "cashing in on climate chaos" following a significant increase in his fossil fuel investments. • The analysis reveals that Marshall's portfolio includes various oil and gasfield services companies, as well as exploration and production firms. • Critics argue that the news channel's frequent attacks on climate action are designed to protect and advance Marshall's specific financial interests.

Exclusive: Campaigners argue news channel’s attacks on climate action ‘work in financial interests’ of Sir Paul MarshallThe hedge fund run by the co-owner of GB News almost tripled its investments in fossil fuel companies in the first quarter of 2026 to $2.8bn (£2.1bn), the Guardian can reveal.Critics have accused Sir Paul Marshall of “cashing in on climate chaos” and have claimed the news channel, which frequently attacks climate science and action, was “working in its owner’s financial interests”. Continue reading...