insights INSIGHT Trump Shapes Global Uncertainty ios_share
Tom Standage says Trump-driven uncertainty shaped 2025 and remains a major global force.
He predicts continued muted economic effects from tariffs but ongoing debate about future impact.
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insights INSIGHT China Engineers Around Export Controls ios_share
Tom Standage highlights Chinese engineers circumvening US export controls with creative engineering.
He cites a Chinese AI firm training a capable model cheaply by tweaking less powerful chips.
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insights INSIGHT Delayed Economic Reckonings Likely In 2026 ios_share
Standage admits The Economist underestimated courts constraining Trump and missed some geopolitical shocks.
He warns a bond-market crisis and AI valuation correction are likely in 2026 instead.
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