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We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#144, September 30, 2025).

America consistently outperforms Europe in economic growth, attributed to a strong work ethic, with Americans working an average of 1,811 hours per year, 15% more than the EU average.

Mila, the Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute, is hosting an international conference focused on the intersection of human rights and artificial intelligence (AI).

The Quebec Mila Institute of Artificial Intelligence is hosting an international conference on human rights and artificial intelligence.

The world economy is experiencing a polycrisis due to concerns about inflation, conflicts, and financial system stability.

The US and EU are facing challenges as President Joe Biden implements new protectionist measures, including the pending return of tariffs on aluminum and steel.

The article discusses the potential end of the inflation nightmare, citing recent data from the OECD and the US and UK.

Rich countries have finally met their promise to provide $100bn a year of climate finance to poorer nations, easing tensions ahead of COP28.

The investment boom in artificial intelligence is expected to decline as economists predict a transformation in the global economy.