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08/05/2026

Ben Thompson looks at the business and money driving the 2026 men's FIFA World Cup.

Water has been a flashpoint in the Middle East and worldwide demand is outstripping supply

AI has faced little regulation so far, but major rules arrive across Europe from August.

How much of a threat are data centres facing? AI infrastructure is growing rapidly.

Could threats to oil supply through the Strait of Hormuz advance the shift to renewables?

The cost of fertiliser stuck in transit has soared due to the war in Iran.

How badly is the Iran war affecting the global economy?

Ben Thompson looks at the impact of the Iran War's technology on worldwide business.

Can China's economy become less reliant on selling goods to the rest of the world?

How is changing business model managed in the age of Artificial Intelligence?