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FORGE and Critical Minerals: How Washington Realigned Supply Chains in 2026
In February 2026, the U.S. launched FORGE, a 54-nation critical minerals bloc with $30B in funding and price floors to counter China's rare earth dominance. Learn how Project Vault and bilateral deals reshape global supply chains.
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CBDC Fragmentation: mBridge vs Project Agorá Split Global Payments
China's mBridge CBDC platform has processed $55.5B in cross-border payments, 95% in digital yuan, while the BIS launches Western-aligned Project Agorá. This article analyzes how competing CBDC infrastructures are splitting...
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54-Nation Counterstroke: How FORGE and Project Vault Rewrite Critical Mineral Supply Chains
At the Feb 4, 2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial, 54 nations launched FORGE and Project Vault—a $10B reserve—to counter China's 90% rare earth processing dominance. With $30B+ mobilized, this marks the West's most ambitious...
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Critical Minerals Race: 2026 Supply Chain Realignments Reshape Global Power
In 2026, critical mineral export controls and new alliances are reshaping global power. China tightens rare earth restrictions while the U.S. launches FORGE. Learn how lithium, cobalt, and copper supply chains are being realigned.
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AI Data Centers Reshape Global Energy Markets in 2026
AI data centers are projected to consume 1,000 TWh globally in 2026, doubling by 2030. This surge strains grids, drives gas and nuclear buildout, and reshapes geopolitical competition for clean energy. Learn how nations are...
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Europe's €800 Billion Rearmament: Reshaping NATO's Defense Landscape
Europe's defense spending is set to reach €800 billion annually by 2030, doubling from 2019 levels. The EU's €150B SAFE loans, Germany's €108B budget, and a defense-tech VC boom signal a structural shift. Can Europe overcome...