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A Harvard Kennedy School economist, Ricardo Hausmann, is facing criticism after it emerged that his Financial Times op-ed criticizing President Trump’s tariffs was largely AI-generated; the FT added a disclaimer noting AI was used to condense a longer draft, highlighting concerns about AI's role in scholarly writing and drawing sharp reactions from readers who called the piece “slop.”
Bob Iger, in a Financial Times profile, says Disney and Apple discussed a merger that he believed could have been transformational, but the talks went nowhere because Apple showed little interest; he even notes the idea might have aligned more if Steve Jobs were still at Apple.
Crispin Odey has dropped his £79m libel claim against the Financial Times, admitting the paper would likely win its public-interest defence over decades of sexual misconduct allegations; the FT had indicated about 15 women were willing to testify. The decision comes after the FT disclosed evidence it planned to rely on and a three-week Upper Tribunal hearing over Odey’s FCA ban, during which he admitted to sexually assaulting a former employee in 2005. Odey now faces substantial legal costs as the case ends.
The U.S. Treasury formally demanded the Financial Times retract a March story about Scott Bessent’s alleged push for tighter Federal Reserve oversight modeled on the Bank of England, disputing several claims and the headline. The Treasury says the statements are false, while the FT stands by its reporting and included Treasury responses. The episode, coming amid Trump-era pressure on the Fed and market sensitivity to the central bank’s independence, highlights ongoing tensions over monetary policy and oversight.
The article discusses the emergence of agentic AI and its potential impact on quantitative research, highlighting the transformative role of advanced AI technologies in the field, alongside promoting digital journalism subscriptions from the Financial Times.
Fund managers are preparing for a potential downturn or 'reckoning' in the US technology sector, highlighting concerns about the sector's future stability and investment risks.
The article discusses the potential bursting of a financial bubble, highlighting the risks and implications for investors and the economy, as analyzed by Financial Times experts.
The article explores how a Soros-inspired theory can provide insights into the rapid growth and investment opportunities in the AI industry, emphasizing the importance of understanding market dynamics and speculative behaviors.
The article discusses the importance of AI answering three key questions and promotes various subscription plans for the Financial Times, emphasizing the value of digital access and expert analysis.
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that China has achieved its 2025 economic growth target, highlighting the country's progress in its economic development plans.
The article discusses the ongoing upheaval caused by artificial intelligence, highlighting its persistent impact on industries and the importance of staying informed through trusted sources like the Financial Times, which offers various subscription plans for digital access.
The article promotes various subscription plans for the Financial Times, offering digital access to quality journalism with different features and pricing options, including trial offers and discounts for annual payments.
The article discusses how Donald Trump's economic policies have contributed to a widening economic divide, creating a K-shaped recovery where different sectors and groups experience divergent outcomes, highlighting increasing inequality.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is focusing on implementing economic reforms to boost the country's growth, as highlighted by the Financial Times.
The article promotes various subscription plans for the Financial Times, highlighting options for digital and print access, with discounts for annual payments, and emphasizing the value of their journalism. It encourages readers to subscribe for complete access to quality financial news and analysis.