Ukraine accuses Hungary, Slovakia of blackmail in energy row
Ukraine accuses Hungary and Slovakia of blackmail over threats to cut energy supplies unless Russian oil flows resume. The dispute centers on the Druzhba pipeline.
Why this matters: This escalates regional energy security tensions, potentially disrupting supply chains and increasing costs for European businesses.
MARA Buys 64% of Exaion, Deepening Move Into AI Infrastructure
MARA Holdings has acquired a 64% stake in French computing infrastructure operator Exaion. The deal was first agreed upon in August 2025.
Why this matters: This acquisition expands MARA's capabilities in AI infrastructure, reflecting strategic investment in high-growth technology sectors.
Japan GDP Grows 0.1% In Q4
Japan's GDP grew 0.1% quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, according to preliminary data from the Cabinet Office.
Why this matters: The marginal growth indicates continued economic stability but weak expansion momentum.
Hi Claude … I wasn’t expecting you
Anthropic launched Claude Cowork, a desktop application that makes its Claude Code tool accessible to non-technical users. The platform is available for MacOS and Windows.
Why this matters: This expands the potential user base for AI-assisted productivity tools beyond developers.
Indian Scrapyards Welcome Growing Number Of Dark Fleet Tankers
Indian scrapyards are receiving an increasing number of tankers from the 'dark fleet' of aging vessels. This reflects the ongoing phase-out of older ships from global shipping.
Why this matters: This indicates continued turnover in the global shipping fleet as older vessels reach end-of-life.