Global markets face inflation pressures from rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions while Apple debuts its first foldable smartphone.

Global energy markets are under pressure as oil prices climb above $100 per barrel, fueling inflation fears and complicating midterm election strategies in the United States.

Apple has officially launched its first foldable device, the $1,999 'iPhone Duo', alongside updates to its smartphone and wearable lineup as it competes for dominance in the AI-driven tech market.

U.S. Treasury bond markets reacted negatively to new government borrowing plans, with 10-year yields climbing to their highest levels since 2023.

The U.S. has escalated its trade war with Canada by announcing new bans on imports including alcohol and motorcycles, drawing criticism from Republican lawmakers.

Saudi Arabia's oil exports have plummeted to a 13-year low as regional shipping routes are increasingly disrupted by ongoing conflict.

Chinese tech giants, including Alibaba and JD.com, are aggressively expanding their AI and robotics integration to automate logistics and office productivity despite high development costs.

Hunter Biden's newly launched meme cryptocurrency, '$LAPTOP', saw its value crash by 95% shortly after release, highlighting continued volatility in the speculative asset market.

OpenAI and other major AI firms face mounting scrutiny from regulators and researchers regarding safety guardrails, labor practices, and the ethical implications of their rapidly evolving models.