Jacob Rothman, President and CEO at Shanghai-headquartered Velong enterprises, a cooking equipment manufacturer and exporter, navigates shifting tariff and trade policies. Global Finance: Can your business in China remain viable with 30% US tariffs? Jacob Rothman: I think now that there are some issues that are driving this, and they are challenging. A main issue…
From Wayne’s World to worldwide box office domination, Mike Myers turned quirky characters into cultural landmarks—and a $200 million empire. Whether he’s voicing a lovable ogre in Shrek or swapping groovy one-liners in Austin Powers, Mike Myers has always been more than a funnyman—he’s a multi-generational pop culture force. With his sharp comedic timing, razor-sharp…
If you use social media, you’ve probably seen ads from law firms and claims-filing services promoting class-action lawsuit settlements. They make it sound so easy: Just make an account, send in some info, and you’ll get paid. But while it’s natural to wonder how you can claim money you’re owed in these settlements, experts caution…
As the global financial services industry is accelerating the adoption of AI (artificial intelligence) technology, Abdullah Khalifa Al Nusef, Boubyan Bank’s Chief Data Officer, discusses the transformative impact on banks and the customer experience as well as Boubyan’s AI-driven services and growth strategy. Global Finance: How do you see AI transforming the future of financial…
From teen vampire idol to brooding caped crusader, Robert Pattinson has quietly built a $100 million empire—without ever chasing the spotlight. Once known solely as Edward Cullen in Twilight, Robert Pattinson has defied typecasting and carved out one of Hollywood’s most unpredictable—and lucrative—careers. With a net worth of $100 million as of 2025, the British…
Although the waters are still churning, Wall Street seems to have righted itself after a stormy first half of the year. Perhaps surprisingly, given the lingering uncertainty around the current administration’s trade policies and stubbornly elevated inflation, the fear and volatility that came to a peak around President Donald Trump’s April “Liberation Day” announcement seems…
Larry David turned petty complaints into a $450 million empire—without ever cracking a smile. Few comedians have turned neurotic charm into a billion-dollar franchise, but Larry David has made a fortune doing just that. From co-creating Seinfeld to starring in Curb Your Enthusiasm, the bald, blunt, and brutally honest comedy icon has built a $450…
If the White House gets its way, ordinary Americans will be able to invest their retirement savings in the private equity market. President Donald Trump is expected to direct the Department of Labor and the Securities and Exchange Commission to give employers and 401(k) plan administrators guidance on how to incorporate private investments within retirement…
What Happened to Jeffrey Epstein’s Private Island? The Dark Legacy of Little Saint James. For years, Little Saint James, a remote 70-acre island in the U.S. Virgin Islands, was Jeffrey Epstein’s private playground. Known infamously as “Paedo Island,” it became the alleged site of horrific abuse involving some of the world’s most powerful people. But…
In just a few months, there won’t be a single car left on the market under $20,000. The subcompact Mitsubishi Mirage is the only new car that’s selling under that price level, and the manufacturer has discontinued it in the U.S., with the 2024 model being the final edition. Fewer than 1,700 new Mirages are…