Technology has become a geopolitical battleground, and France’s decision to move millions of government computers off Microsoft Windows highlights Europe’s concern over dependence on US tech firms for infrastructure.

A tangle of economic shocks, supply‑chain fractures and energy disruptions are now feeding into each other. In this episode of The Dip, we break down what this moment reveals about the fragility of the global system.

Around the world, governments and businesses are spending billions on space travel. Critics call this investment simply vanity projects. But, our guest says it's all going to pay off. Plus, we look at how small modular nuclear reactors are quietly emerging from the shadow of nuclear energy's past disasters.

Oil prices are surging as President Trump threatens to invade a key Iranian oil export hub. But China may be better prepared than anyone expected and could come out ahead.

The Iran war is driving up oil, fertilizer, and food costs, with ripple effects from the Strait of Hormuz to farms, supermarkets and Iran's own economy.

When AI helps shape deadly outcomes, who is responsible? And: Is Europe ready for its next energy price shock?

Oil markets are whiplashing as conflict spreads across in the Persian Gulf, turning crude into the world’s most powerful geopolitical pressure point. Prices are swinging wildly. Now, the IEA announced a historic release of 400 million barrels of reserves. But will it slow down the spiraling oil and gas prices?

US strikes in Iran trigger a shock: Prices jump. Markets panic. The epicenter is in the Gulf region — but this wave won't stop at the shoreline.

Economic warfare is reshaping trade and tech. In this episode, Edward Fishman, author of Chokepoints, explains the dollar’s power, Trump’s tariff setback, China’s leverage, and why Europe is still chasing economic security.

India’s AI Impact Summit ends with $210B in data-center pledges but experts warn automation could hit India’s IT jobs. Meanwhile, Germany explores a European nuclear deterrant.