From Bloomberg. Prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket are booming. The platforms let users effectively wager on everything, from the mundane (Federal Reserve rate cuts and gasoline prices) to the more tectonic (confirmation aliens exist or the return of Jesus Christ). They’ve seen massive growth during President Donald Trump’s second term, as the administration…

From Bloomberg. As a sputtering Hungarian economy and mounting scandals fuel the rise of his first credible challenger in years, Viktor Orbán’s 16-year grip on power faces a high-stakes reckoning in the April 12 general election. Get the latest news from Bloomberg about Europe, the Middle East and Africa every morning and evening in your…

From Bloomberg. As a sputtering Hungarian economy and mounting scandals fuel the rise of his first credible challenger in years, Viktor Orbán’s 16-year grip on power faces a high-stakes reckoning in the April 12 general election. Get the latest news from Bloomberg about Europe, the Middle East and Africa every morning and evening in your…

From Bloomberg. Downtown Atlanta was once the center of the city’s cultural and economic life, but decades of decline left much of it underused. Now, a $5 billion redevelopment project known as Centennial Yards aims to transform a 50 acre site called the Gulch into a new hub for housing, entertainment, and business. With the…

From Bloomberg. Downtown Atlanta was once the center of the city’s cultural and economic life, but decades of decline left much of it underused. Now, a $5 billion redevelopment project known as Centennial Yards aims to transform a 50 acre site called the Gulch into a new hub for housing, entertainment, and business. With the…

From Bloomberg. Traditional allies see the US under Donald Trump as an unreliable partner. Now they’re looking to hedge their bets by way of China, just as Xi Jinping positions his nation as the “adult in the room.” Get more news on China and the Asia-Pacific region in your mailbox every day with the Bloomberg…

From Bloomberg. Dubai has long been considered a safe haven in an often unstable region. But the US-Israel war with Iran, and the Islamic Republic’s unprecedented strikes against American allies across the Middle East, has put that model to the test. Get the latest news from Bloomberg about Europe, the Middle East and Africa every…

From Bloomberg. Layoffs, consolidation, streaming losses, artificial intelligence and the rise of the creator economy are reshaping Hollywood, raising questions about whether the industry is just hitting a rough patch or in terminal decline. #hollywood #film #tv ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited access to Bloomberg.com for just $1.99 your first month: https://www.bloomberg.com/subscriptions?in_source=YoutubeOriginals…

From Bloomberg. Who was Ali Shamkhani? Ali Shamkhani was a longtime Iranian military and political leader. He served as a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and led Iran’s Defense Council. One of the most influential figures in Iran’s security establishment, he was in a position to help his son, who went on to…

From Bloomberg. Bloomberg’s Ben Bartenstein reveals how money flowed between companies run by Hossein Shamkhani, the son of Ali Shamkhani, who was a top adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. Bartenstein uncovers the hidden financial networks behind Hossein Shamkhani’s oil trading empire. Watch the full story ——– Like this video? Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Bloomberg?sub_confirmation=1 Get unlimited…

From Bloomberg. US giants like Open AI, Microsoft and Google are pouring billions of dollars into developing artificial intelligence technology in India. But can the world’s most populous nation create its own sovereign AI champion? 0:00 Introduction 1:51 AI race 2:58 Digital infrastructure 4:48 Data diversity 5:41 Growing middle class 6:33 Engineering talent 8:14 Lack…

From Bloomberg. With the FIFA World Cup around the corner, soccer is once again taking center stage on the global sports scene. In the US, the game is gaining new momentum, especially among younger generations, fueled in large part by technology and digital engagement. Roger Bennett, founder & CEO of Men in Blazers, speaks with…

From Bloomberg. Ali Shamkhani was a close adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei. He led Iran’s top security body for a decade, making him one of the longest serving officials in the role. His son, Hossein Shamkhani, became an oil magnate, and his Dubai-based firm has been accused of generating billions of dollars through…

From Bloomberg. How did the soft-spoken son of a key adviser to the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei become a major player in international energy markets? Bloomberg Investigates goes inside the Iranian shadow fleet, uncovering a sprawling, multibillion-dollar empire dealing in oil and weapons. Watch the full story #iran ——– Like this video? Subscribe:…

From Bloomberg. How did the soft-spoken son of a key adviser to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei become a major player in international energy markets? Bloomberg Investigates goes inside the Iranian shadow fleet, uncovering a sprawling, multibillion-dollar empire dealing in oil and weapons. From Dubai to Russia, this investigation follows the trail of money that…

From Bloomberg. The Pentagon is pushing to develop a domestic supply of antimony, a metal critical to making ammunition that’s often found alongside gold. That could be a bonanza for billionaire hedge fund manager and Donald Trump supporter John Paulson, whose company owns a key Idaho mine. Read more about Paulson and the Stibnite gold…

From Bloomberg. The Supreme Court’s ruling that Donald Trump illegally used an emergency law to launch his global trade war last April has thrown US trade policy into further turmoil. As the president scrambles to chart a new path, we look at what a year of threats, tariffs, retreats and deals both concrete and nebulous…

From Bloomberg. Ji Chaoqun was a promising young engineer from Beijing heading to the US to study. Then China’s Ministry of State Security came calling with bags of cash, the promise of glory and an offer that would change his life forever. Student, Mormon, gamer, spy – who was Ji Chaoqun, and how did he…

From Bloomberg. Donald Trump’s threat to annex Greenland has intensified doubts about the integrity of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and more darkly whether the president’s stated desire for the territory, controlled by fellow-NATO member Denmark, might encourage more Russian aggression. Bloomberg Originals steps back to take a closer look at Trump’s public justifications for…

From Bloomberg. In 2015, Ji Chaoqun was directed by Xu Yanjun, a senior official in China’s Ministry of State Security, to collect biographical information on individuals who could be recruited as Chinese spies. Targets included Chinese nationals working as engineers and scientists in the United States. Watch the full story ——– Like this video? Subscribe:…

From Bloomberg. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is expected to step down before completing her eight-year term in October 2027, according to the Financial Times. Last year, Lagarde told Francine Lacqua that she initially believed the role was a five-year term, but French President Emmanuel Macron told her it was eight. Watch the full…