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French PM vows to address debt despite student protests
07 October 2026French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has tried to calm both student protesters and jittery bond markets. In an address to the nation, Lecornu stressed that the education ministry had not seen any... -
Three years after October 7 attacks, Israel's economy shows its strength
07 October 2026After shrinking briefly in the aftermath of the October 7, 2023 attacks, Israel's GDP is predicted to grow by 4 percent this year. The country's tech sector – specifically its defence startups – has... -
How much does France spend on education?
06 October 2026Protests have been gripping France, with students demanding better learning conditions and more equal opportunities. The education ministry is among the few ministries that have been granted an... -
US payroll data shows young workers' jobs most affected by artificial intelligence
06 October 2026In August, US employment in roles most exposed to AI for people aged between 22 and 25 shrank by 4.4 percent year-on-year. This means there's been a contraction every single month since October... -
Euro falls to 17-month low against dollar on French debt concerns
05 October 2026The euro has stumbled to a 17-month low against the US dollar on concerns about France's ability to bring its public finances in order. The currency has dropped nearly 7 percent from its peak in... -
Trump names Jay Clayton as AI czar to lead 'Super Intelligence Force'
05 October 2026US President Donald Trump has named his National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton as America's "Super Intelligence" czar, as fears over AI grow. Also, oil markets react to Houthi attacks as well as... -
Why I quit the movement shaping AI
04 October 2026Artificial intelligence insiders are quitting their jobs, saying the technology could mean the end of humanity. Pope Leo, on his recent visit to France, warned of a "paradise of machines". And The... -
Can AI play a role in reducing inequality?
02 October 2026In the debate about how best to regulate artificial intelligence, what about its role in development and aid? Warnings about the potential for exacerbating inequality are rife – but the World Bank... -
France unveils cost-cutting budget amid protests
02 October 2026The French government is seeking €54 billion in savings in its 2027 budget proposal, as it faces pressure over its ballooning public debt. But it's likely to face opposition, especially on proposals... -
Trump says he doesn't want to work with China on AI safety
29 September 2026US President Donald Trump discussed AI development with dozens of tech bosses at the White House on Tuesday. Ahead of his "super intelligence" luncheon, Trump launched a new AI-powered website for...