Maybe Apple is Right
AI is becoming more capable. But that doesn’t guarantee returns for those building ever-taller towers. New research points to a future where intelligence runs locally — and Apple could be well placed.
The Black Box Problem
The Black Box Problem
The AI labs have asked to be slowed down. Critics call it regulatory capture. The truth is somewhere in between. A black box forming inside the newest models is why this matters now.
‘Something Has Gone Completely Wrong’ Pt. 2
‘Something Has Gone Completely Wrong’ Pt. 2
Part two of Charlie’s exploration of privacy and security in the AI era. This time, OpenAI is in the crosshairs.
‘Something has Gone Completely Wrong’ Pt.1
‘Something has Gone Completely Wrong’ Pt.1
In this two-part article, Charlie explores the implications of privacy and security in the AI era and a central company controlling that future.
Beijing Puts Away the Bazooka
Beijing Puts Away the Bazooka
Expectations of a stimulus bazooka from China have again been pushed back. But their latest plan does point to a list of metals that should be in your portfolio.
They Robbed the Bank and Only Took the Pens
They Robbed the Bank and Only Took the Pens
In July, OpenAI’s AI agents broke out of their containment and collectively ran a nation-state-scale attack on another company. Here’s what the first autonomous AI organisation means for the cybersecurity trade.
The Yellow BRIC Road Pt.2
The Yellow BRIC Road Pt.2
Part 2 in my look at why BRICS looks to be embracing gold as its reserve of choice.
The Yellow BRIC Road Pt.1
The Yellow BRIC Road Pt.1
Two decades of BRICS doom-mongering delivered nothing. But the trading bloc now spans four continents, half the world’s population and 30 more nations want in. This two-part series looks at the upcoming meeting and what it could mean for ASX investors.
Let Her Rip
Let Her Rip
Two years ago, Trump’s economic whisperer co-wrote a paper accusing party politics of running stimulus into an election. This week, Treasury reached for the exact tool he described. The same paper warns what’s next.
Going Winchester
Going Winchester
The new era of drone warfare is playing havoc with the West’s ability to defend itself. Now we’re running out of ammo.
