AI’s power has moved from a neutral utility model to controlled levers, with key chokepoints now in the hands of few entities in 2026.

India has built a digital infrastructure for direct benefit transfer, focusing on scalable, low-cost delivery rather than generous benefits. The impact and ongoing challenges are examined.

SpaceX completes a $60B all-stock purchase of Cursor, owning all AI layers except the model, which remains a weak point. Significance for AI industry grows.

Author Thorsten Meyer releases ‘After the Paycheck,’ analyzing AI’s real effects on jobs, ownership, and the economy, emphasizing ownership as key.