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Moonshot MAGAX: How an AI-Driven Platform is Revolutionizing the Meme Economy
In today’s digital landscape, viral content has the power to drive trends and culture. However, the creators and amplifiers behind these explosive movements are rarely compensated for their work. Moonshot MAGAX is here to fundamentally change this...

Two fault lines in the global economy
You never know what might come along and blindside you. To that end, today’s Fat Tail Daily will look at a potential weak point for the global economy… Yesterday we chatted about how European banks are hitting new highs. That’s a sign of strength...

Mahama’s economy is only looking good on paper, not in pocke...
The National Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has claimed that Ghanaians are not feeling the impact of the seemingly improved economy under President John Mahama. According to him, despite the economy...

Scott Perry shares views on economy and honors Coast Guard service
Circular economy, game changer for Ghana’s unemployment situation – Mr Gyenin
By Emmanuel Gamson Takoradi, Aug. 05, GNA – Mr Eric Gyenin, the Country Coordinator for the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), a non-governmental organisation (NGO), says Ghana’s transition from a linear to circular...

24-Hour Economy: Central Regional Minister directs MMDAs to designate local economic zones
By Prince Acquah Cape Coast, Aug 5, GNA – Mr Ekow Panyin Okyere Eduamoah, the Central Regional minister, has directed Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the region to take immediate and practical steps to reposition...

How refugees strengthen the U.S. economy
Refugees and asylees boost the US economy through work, taxes, and entrepreneurship, generating $123.8B in net fiscal benefits (2005-2019) while strengthening communities. In this article: - Refugees work and pay taxes - How you can help - Donate...

Nobel economists urge Bhutan to preserve tradition, rethink growth
Bhutan’s unique development philosophy, which prioritises well-being, environmental protection, and cultural preservation, was a central topic for two of the world’s most influential development economists, Nobel Laureates Professor Abhijit...

POLL: Should Starmer and Reeves resign as they leave UK economy on the brink?
The UK is on the brink of a fiscal crisis as Rachel Reeves has left a £40 billion gaping hole in public finances. A leading economic think tank is now warning that the Chancellor must resort to “moderate but sustained” tax rises to help repair...
Labor’s international student backflip a ‘farce’, economist claims
MacroBusiness Chief Economist Leith Van Onselen has claimed the Albanese government’s backflip on international students will add to the already “massive” number of migrants seeking permanent residency, favourable labour laws and work rights. The...

Elizabeth Warren Says Trump Firing BLS Chief 'Dangerous' For The Economy: 'If The Facts Don't Fit His Story, He'll Try To Erase Them'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Tuesday called President Donald Trump's decision to fire the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics "dangerous," warning the move risks undermining faith in the government's jobs numbers after a weak July report....

Central banks are created to wage war, top economist tells Tucker Carlson
(LifeSiteNews) — World-renowned economist Richard Werner recently told Tucker Carlson that funding wars is a major purpose of central banks, including the Bank of England and the U.S. Federal Reserve. “Central banking and warfare are very closely...

How everyone benefits from the UAE's non-oil economy
For many people, midway through the year is a good time to take stock, review progress and plan for the future. The same is true for countries and economies, making this week’s news that Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade in the first half of this...

GVSU economist weighs in on Steelcase sale
“It’s, on some levels, a very big deal, alright? So, there’s the business aspect, there’s the community aspect.” Dr. Paul Isely is Associate Dean of the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University. The economics professor says...

U.S. stocks slip following the latest discouraging signal on the economy
NEW YORK — U.S. stock indexes slipped on Tuesday following the latest discouraging signal on the U.S. economy. The S&P 500 fell 0.5 per cent, coming off a whipsaw stretch where it went from its worst day since May to its best since May. The Dow...

US on 'Precipice of Recession,' Warns Leading Economist
A leading economist believes that recent reports on the health of the U.S. economy point to an impending downturn. "The economy is on the precipice of recession. That's the clear takeaway from last week's economic data dump," Moody's Chief...
Economic Watch: Healthcare tourism unleashes momentum for China's silver economy
This photo taken on Aug. 4, 2025 shows the "Integrated Development of Healthcare Tourism and the Silver Economy" forum during the 2025 Entrepreneurs Sun Island Annual Conference in Harbin, capital city of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province....
Xinhua Commentary: Resilience of Chinese economy anchors global stability
BEIJING, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Amid escalating global uncertainties fueled by rising unilateralism, protectionism and geopolitical tensions, China's commitment to stable policymaking and consistent long-term planning stands as a vital asset for the...

Algeria leads Africa’s growth momentum with $270Billion Economy
ISLAMABAD – Algeria is cementing its position as one of Africa’s leading economies with strategic reforms, rich natural resources, and growing foreign investment driving its ascent. With Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of around $270 billion in 2024,...

If the AI Bubble Pops, It Could Now Take the Entire Economy With It
AI companies are pouring so much money into AI, experts are starting to warn that it may be propping up the entire US economy. As investor Paul Kedrosky told the Wall Street Journal, spending on AI infrastructure has already eclipsed spending on...