Ben Carter
Columnist
As a columnist for the New Economy Review, Ben Carter provides critical commentary on the intersection of technology, finance, and the future of work. He specializes in translating complex developments in decentralized finance, Web3, and platform economics into clear, accessible insights for a general audience. By asking uncomfortable questions and offering contrarian takes, his columns challenge conventional wisdom and explore how these emerging digital forces reshape work, culture, and power. Readers can expect a sharp, skeptical, and direct approach to the chaotic frontiers of the new economy.
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AI automation: 90% of white-collar jobs could be automated now
A former McKinsey consultant estimates a shocking 90% of all white-collar roles could be automated today with the right AI agent harness, according to AIMultiple .
Jul 30, 2026 · 5 min read
Australia Strengthens Social Media Ban Enforcement for Under 16s
Australia is doubling the maximum penalty for social media companies that breach its ban for children under 16 to an unprecedented $99 million, according to The Guardian .
Jun 28, 2026 · 4 min read
iPad and Xbox Prices Rise Amid Memory Chip Shortage
The MacBook Air 512GB just saw its price jump from $1,099 to $1,299, a $200 increase overnight, according to CBS News .
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Prime Day 1: US shoppers spent $8.3B across all retailers
Only 13 percent of discounted products on Amazon actually hit a new low price during the recent Prime Day sales event, according to Visualping's analysis.
Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read
Anthropic Accuses Alibaba of Illicitly Accessing Its AI Models
Between April 22 and June 5, 2026, an alleged extraction campaign hit Anthropic's Claude AI.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Kioxia plans to offer US depositary shares in 2027
Kioxia Holdings Corp.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Alibaba stock plunges to 16-month low after AI accusations
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read
Masayoshi Son dismisses space data center concept
SoftBank Group Corp. founder Masayoshi Son recently declared the AI race will be won by computing power on Earth, not in space. He dismissed orbital data centers as having 'little merit', according to
Jun 23, 2026 · 2 min read
Brazil fake government mobile alert hack sends false warnings
Millions of Brazilians woke up on Saturday, June 20, to an emergency alert on their phones.
Jun 21, 2026 · 2 min read
Jio Platforms Files IPO Papers to Cut Debt
Jio Platforms, India's digital behemoth, is about to launch an IPO aiming for nearly $4 billion.
Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Trump: Anthropic AI poses no US national security threat
Just last week, Donald Trump reportedly considered AI firm Anthropic a national security threat.
Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read
US Grid Operators Must Now Fast-Track AI Data Center Power Needs
Federal regulators are now allowing large energy users, primarily AI data centers, to connect to the national grid at an accelerated pace.
Jun 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Fox Agrees to Acquire Roku for $22 Billion Streaming Expansion
Fox Corporation just agreed to acquire Roku Inc.
Jun 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Starmer, Takaichi discuss fighter jet funding for UK-Japan defense ties
Japan has already committed over ¥500 billion (S$4.
Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read
SpaceX Surge Lifts Saudi Prince's Stake to Billions
Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's net worth exploded in 2026.
Jun 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Global capitalism pours billions into AI, alarming voters worldwide
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll found 65% of voters are concerned AI will lead to widespread job losses.
Jun 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Swiss voters weigh capping population amid foreign worker concerns
In the first quarter of 2026, Switzerland employed a staggering 1.
Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read
ShopMy empowers anyone to become an influencer with its platform
ShopMy, an affiliate marketing platform, now facilitates $80 million in monthly commerce.
Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read
Anduril CEO open to building weapons hub outside US
The CEO of Anduril, a rapidly growing US defense tech firm, has stated he is open to building its next weapons manufacturing facility outside the United States, according to Investing .
Jun 11, 2026 · 2 min read
Standard Bots raises $200 million for US robot manufacturing
In just over two years, Standard Bots secured $200 million in new funding.
Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read