At Davos, War Is on the Agenda, but the Focus Is on A.I. and Elections
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At Davos, War Is on the Agenda, but the Focus Is on A.I. and Elections

The leaders and executives gathering at the World Economic Forum are obsessed with elections and artificial intelligence, not Ukraine or Gaza.
Red Sea Shipping Halt Is Latest Risk to Global Economy
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Red Sea Shipping Halt Is Latest Risk to Global Economy

Next year could see increasing volatility as persistent military conflicts and economic uncertainty influence voting in national elections across the globe.
U.S. to Clamp Down on Financial Firms That Help Russia Buy Military Supplies
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U.S. to Clamp Down on Financial Firms That Help Russia Buy Military Supplies

President Biden will sign an executive order granting the Treasury Department broader powers to curb the flow of weapons components.