Robotics Leap Forward: Felix Shang and Unitree Impress
Sensational progress from Felix Shang and @UnitreeRobotics in robotics. The rapid improvements in the space are truly mind blowing, well done all 👏👏 https://t.co/uFiAc0haNJ
Conflicting Sanctions Force Companies to Choose Legal Paths
Increasingly complex sanctions obligations will be a headache for global corporations. China is now directing companies to oppose US sanctions relating to Iran. Essentially the competing frameworks will drive companies to make choice, or form separate vehicles to try and...
Embrace Humility: Accept Some Things Remain Ununderstood
TGIF We all need John to remind us of our stupidity level. Burst that ego, swallow that pride, dismiss hubris, embrace humility and accept there will always be things you are too stupid to understand properly. For me the list...
SWIFT Trades Surge; SIPS, Alternatives Rise Fast in Asia
SWIFT $ trades hit a high at 51%. But SIPS and alternatives are growing quickly from a very low base. Global trade risk is evolving at an exponential pace and risk managers need to be alert to the consequences both...
Currency Weaponization Forces Risk Managers to Rethink Sanctions
Weaponization of currency. As the global order becomes increasingly fragmented more countries will look to protect their interests from the failing US hegemony. This is increasingly important for global risk managers who need to address how their operations map against...
US Inefficiency Drives Costs, Delays, Unsustainable China Ban
US pays 10x $$$ and has 10x delays for lots of products now they restrict imports from China. Self destruct button? GDP so high because of their massive inefficiencies and middlemen costs. Nothing to do with functional capitalism. This is...
US Brand Boycotts Surge in MENA: Risk Managers Alerted
A movement to boycott well known US brands is growing across West Asia and North Africa. This viral video seems to come from Egypt as far I tell from the Arabic form used. Increasingly important for all brands and fmcg...
Directors' Strategy Insights Shared at ISCA Masterclass
The role of the director and strategy. I had a lot fun at the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) as part of the Plenary Masterclass for Directors program. Thanks for the chance to meet and interact with a wide...
Human‑Robot Hybrids Outpace Solo Humans or Machines
TGIF Human+Robot beats human or robot alone. From domestic duties to chess to warfare, the augmented human seems to be the way to go at this stage of development, have a great weekend ahead with or without your augmented friend...
China, Russia Offer Discounted Gas, Bypass USD, Challenge Qatar
China and Russia building new natural gas pipelines to replace Nordstream. Asian countries being courted to buy natural gas at 40% discount to market rates. Won’t be priced in USD. Permanent shift from Qatar which will take years and billions...
Risk Managers Must Lead Geopolitical Decision Support Now
Fareed echos almost all the sentiment in the Global South, from what I’ve been reading. Very strange and unpredictable times for risk managers. Geopolitical decision making by the C-Suite need to be closely supported with genuine relevant risk related facts...
Irish Protester Confronts US Military Airport Refueling
Irish protestor takes matters into his to his own hands regarding the US military using civilian airports to refuel https://t.co/150IXSDBW0
China's Tech Surge Outpaces West, Threatening Portfolios
Jason Huang explains how China is likely outpacing the West in tech generally. Well worth watching the full Lex Fridman podcast for the deeper insights whether you are a risk management student, or just a personal investor. This stuff is...
Taipei Masterclass Empowers Next‑Gen Risk Takers
Taipei Taiwan was a wonderful @PARIMAorg Masterclass event once again last week. Tremendous deep dive sessions by Aon, Marsh, WTW and Zurich followed by another tremendous Next Gen Risk Takers play off where I was delighted to mentor one of...
Iran Conflict Sparks 2026 Global Food Price Surge
Iran war impacting farmers in Iowa. This is an example of how food prices will escalate globally in the rest of 2026. This plays out badly for farmers in Iowa making a loss. But it’s an even greater tragedy for...