Author: Sam Allcock

Not only did Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor become the Chief Executive, but she also became a part of history when she took the oath of office on July 1, 2017. Lam broke a symbolic ceiling in one of Asia’s most complicated political arenas as the first female leader of Hong Kong. Her ascent from modest beginnings to the highest position in the area was a tale of bureaucratic genius and unwavering ambition. She was raised in the working-class Wan Chai district. Lam’s legacy, however, is not at all linear. Her term, which started with pledges to “heal the social divide,”…

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (FPH) maintains a level of stability that feels surprisingly grounded in an era when global stocks move like quicksilver, shifting at the slightest tremor. The New Zealand-based medical technology company, which is well-known throughout the world for its sleep apnea and respiratory solutions, has been gaining interest from investors, particularly in the run-up to its May 2025 financial reports. F&P’s share price increased by 0.45% at the end of trading, closing at NZD 33.55. This was a small change, but it made a big impact. This increase indicates something deeper for a company that prioritizes long-term…

Tetr College of Business stands out as a pioneer in an era where conventional business education frequently falls short of practical application, providing a hands-on, international learning environment. The innovative curriculum of Tetr, which was founded by Wharton School alumnus Pratham Mittal, spans seven countries and allows students to build real businesses while immersing themselves in various markets and cultures. ​ Tetr’s students interact directly with the business world, in contrast to traditional programs that are limited to lecture halls. The college’s “learn by doing” approach guarantees that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also seasoned entrepreneurs prepared to take…

In recent days, semiconductor strategy has surged to the forefront of national conversation — and former President Donald J. Trump has once again placed himself at the epicenter. With Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announcing a staggering $100 billion expansion in the United States, the investment signals more than economic stimulus — it’s an assertive move to reclaim AI and chip manufacturing dominance. Trump, standing beside TSMC CEO C.C. Wei, heralded the announcement as a historic economic revival and a “tremendous move by the most powerful company in the world.” By integrating AI-driven foresight with hard infrastructure commitments, Trump’s administration…

Few announcements in the high-stakes technology sector have the same wide-ranging impact as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s most recent commitment: a $100 billion expansion into the U.S. semiconductor market. This audacious move signifies more than just a financial infusion; it marks a seismic shift in the location and mode of powering the global AI future. By incorporating two state-of-the-art packaging facilities and three state-of-the-art fabrication plants into Arizona’s desert sprawl, TSMC is successfully securing America’s comeback as a semiconductor superpower. The Taiwanese chip giant, which is essential to the goals of NVIDIA, Apple, AMD, and the larger AI ecosystem, has…

Financial markets have been subtly getting ready for Nvidia’s fiscal Q4 2025 earnings for the past few weeks. This financial statement, which does more than just report results—it also lays out the company’s plans for the future of artificial intelligence. Nvidia announced record quarterly revenue of $39.3 billion on April 22. This is not only an impressive jump, but it also serves as an economic symbol of how deeply AI is permeating contemporary industry. Nvidia’s full-year revenue increased by 114% to $130.5 billion, indicating that its trajectory is no longer merely speculative. The company is evolving from a chip supplier…

Digital banks, rising interest rates, and the quiet comeback of the frugal saver have all contributed to the transformation of UK saving habits over the last ten years. However, HMRC’s interest in your savings increases as well. On the surface, the HMRC savings tax regulations for 2025 might appear simple, but they’ve become more complex, especially for individuals making more than modest interest. The Personal Savings Allowance (PSA), which is £1,000 for basic rate taxpayers and £500 for higher rate payers, is a benefit that most savers take advantage of. No tax is owed and no deductions will be made…

H Con Res 14 may seem like just another budget document when viewed against the usual backdrop of Washington’s budget disputes. Beneath its technical jargon, however, is a possible change that might have an impact on service workers’ paychecks across the country. Some are interpreting the resolution as a de facto “tax on tips” because it permits broad cuts to social safety nets and creates the framework for extending the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Despite never specifically mentioning gratuities, the resolution, which was approved by the House on April 10, 2025, might put tip-dependent workers under more financial…

Few names have generated as much interest—and discussion—as CoreWeave in recent months. This GPU-focused cloud startup has become a force to be reckoned with in tech-finance circles as the explosion of artificial intelligence changes the way we build, analyze, and even think. Many see CoreWeave’s impending IPO, which is valued at an eye-opening $2.7 billion, as a representation of the rapidly developing field of artificial intelligence. But is CoreWeave just the newest gimmick in an algorithm-driven pan, or is it a wise investment? By renting out powerful GPUs that are necessary for AI model training, CoreWeave addresses a particular and…

Town halls across the United States have recently changed from quiet civic gatherings to intense battlegrounds where voters are vocally opposing Republican economic policies. A remarkably similar story was presented during Congressman Mike Flood’s most recent visit to Columbus, Nebraska. What started out as a standard policy update became a night filled with intense questions, unfiltered annoyance, and the loud three-word chant, “Tax the rich!” Flood’s town hall, which was held in the auditorium of Columbus High School, was intended to explain a Republican push for a balanced budget that calls for cutting social safety nets like Social Security and…