DARK SECRETS: 17 - The Real Truth

PM Modi’s Indonesia Visit Just Changed India’s Defence Game

India’s relationship with Indonesia has entered a new chapter, and this time, it is not just about diplomacy. It is about defence, technology, trade, education, and strategic influence across the Indo-Pacific. The biggest headline is Indonesia’s decision to acquire India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, one of the fastest and most…

MyLifeXP · Jul 8

Apple and Broadcom Forge a Decade-Long Silicon Fortress

Apple and Broadcom extended their chip and wireless component partnership through 2031, covering Apple's Baltra AI server chips, sending Broadcom shares up roughly 6% and securing a stable revenue base.

MarketBeat · Jul 7

3 Quiet AI Revenue Accelerators With Sales Growth Outpacing Peers

Fabrinet, MACOM, and Credo posted strong AI-driven revenue growth and earn solid analyst Buy ratings, positioning them as overlooked plays within the semiconductor supply chain.

MarketBeat · Jul 7

India's Semicon 2.0: Government expands incentives for semiconductor ecosystem beyond fabrication

India is finalizing Semicon 2.0, expanding incentives beyond chip fabrication. This new phase will support the entire semiconductor value chain. It will also strengthen incentives for chip design startups and material suppliers. Building a domestic supply chain is central to India's semiconductor strategy. This initiative aims to reduce import dependence…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

Global Market: Euro zone inflation risks persist despite oil price retreat, ECB's Schnabel warns

ECB Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel said the euro zone economy has not returned to pre-war conditions despite lower oil prices, citing persistent core inflation, energy market risks and supply chain pressures. Her remarks suggest policymakers remain cautious on inflation, while another ECB official struck a more optimistic tone on…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

Modi-Prabowo talks: Indonesia to import Indian Astra missiles, EVMs and expand BrahMos inventory

India and Indonesia will expand defense and critical mineral cooperation. Indonesia will induct Indian Astra missiles and expand BrahMos inventory. India will invest in Indonesian steel, nickel, and rare earth magnet manufacturing. Both nations are working on joint development of Sabang port. This collaboration strengthens supply chain security and maritime…

The Economic Times · Jul 7

The Future of Allied Defense Relies on Regional Manufacturing for Unmanned Aerial Systems

Designing next-generation technology is only half the battle. Today, the ultimate strategic advantage in Western drone strategy lies in manufacturing new innovations securely and at scale.

International Business Times · Jul 6

NY Fed says supply chain pressures eased in June

Global supply chain pressures eased in June, with the New York Fed index falling to 1.25 as Middle East disruptions showed signs of easing. Improved transit through the Strait of Hormuz and softer oil prices are expected to moderate inflation, though logistics bottlenecks and supplier delays continue to signal residual…

The Economic Times · Jul 6

Mideast war continues to constrain industry

Thailand's automotive industry and supply chain may continue to feel the strain of conflicts in the Middle East despite peace negotiations, says Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand) Co, a subsidiary of Chinese state-owned electric vehicle (EV) maker Chery Automobile.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5

US Navy is flight-testing 3D printed fighter jet parts that cut repair times in half — forward-deployed 3D printers generate composite parts, flight testing to begin on operational F/A-18 Super Hornets

The US Navy is experimenting with 3D-printed patches for composite parts, allowing forward bases to repair F/A-18 Super Hornets without waiting for replacement parts coming from the tail end of a logistics supply chain thousands of miles long.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 5