Daily Growth Insights

Some of the most expensive servers today are not single rack units but massive computing systems — including supercomputers and enterprise AI server clusters — costing tens to hundreds of millions of dollars. Discover the top costliest server infrastructures and what makes them so valuable.

A strong magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck western Japan’s Shimane and Tottori prefectures in early January 2026, producing widespread shaking, multiple aftershocks and precautionary transport disruptions — but no major damage or tsunami threat.

The Philippines is facing one of its most significant political scandals in recent history, as allegations of corruption tied to flood control infrastructure projects involve lawmakers, former legislators, and public uproar. This crisis has sparked protests, legal action, and deep public distrust in government.

As Australia enters 2026, a range of cultural and civic issues — from population debates and social cohesion to legislative reforms and demographic shifts — are driving public discourse and policy priorities.

Human remains were discovered in Longwood, Victoria, amid one of the state’s worst bushfires of the season, marking the first confirmed fatality as blazes continue to destroy land, structures, and livelihoods.

Fanatics is expanding its global sports collectibles and digital trading platform business, with a new senior finance leadership role in New York highlighting the company’s push toward scale, analytics, and operational maturity.

As global growth recalibrates in 2026, several countries are emerging as key economic players. From trade realignments to currency resilience, these markets are shaping the next phase of global economic momentum.

Markets in 2026 are being shaped by a complex mix of monetary policy shifts, inflation pressures, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. Analysts warn that currencies, equities, and capital flows may face heightened volatility as these forces collide.

As 2026 approaches, geopolitical economic risks are taking on a more structural form. From mounting pressures in AI financing to national strategies aimed at tech dominance, these trends are emerging as key forces shaping corporate strategy and global investment decisions.

Corruption investigations linked to the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics have placed sponsorship bids and public infrastructure projects under scrutiny, raising renewed concerns about transparency and governance in large-scale international sporting events.

Swiss police have confirmed that all 116 people injured in a devastating New Year’s Eve bar fire at the resort town of Crans-Montana have now been identified, as authorities begin repatriating the bodies of foreign victims.