Marketplace All-in-One Alibaba, cloud growth, and the AI frenzy
Nov 26, 2025
Discover how Alibaba's cloud computing revenue surged by 34%, fueled by booming AI product sales. In energy news, Iran's new policy aims to slash gas subsidies, putting more pressure on consumers. Meanwhile, India is racing to secure Russian oil amid looming U.S. deadlines. International medical students are increasingly flocking to Bulgaria for affordable education, despite warnings of a looming healthcare workforce drain. Plus, a quirky story about a German parking inspector embroiled in a million-euro embezzlement case wraps up the discussion.
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Alibaba's AI Pivot Fuels Profits
- Alibaba is shifting from e-commerce to a high-margin AI and cloud business driving profitability.
- The company plans $58 billion in AI investment over three years, signaling deeper focus on AI systems.
India Rushed To Stock Up On Russian Oil
- India's refiners rushed to boost Russian oil imports ahead of a U.S. deadline, lifting November volumes by about 30%.
- That made India the world's largest buyer of discounted seaborne Russian crude in November.
Iran Cuts Fuel Subsidies For Heavy Users
- Iran is sharply reducing fuel subsidies by charging heavy users more for petrol to curb cheap domestic prices.
- Motorists using over 43 gallons a month will now pay extra per gallon, cutting subsidy burdens.