Welcome to The World, Simplified, where Tharun breaks down the big global issues affecting our money and lives in simple terms.

Today's Stories: 

1. The Truth About Cyber Scams We’re taking a close look at how cyber scams have become a global threat. From scams that empty people’s bank accounts to fake job offers that trick people into dangerous situations abroad, learn how organized crime groups operate like real businesses and why these scams matter to all of us. 

2. Big Financial Risks Around the World Cybercrime isn’t the only issue. In this episode, Tharun explains some other major risks facing the global economy. We’ll explore how things like rising debt, businesses struggling to pay back loans, and falling property values could lead to bigger problems. You’ll see how these financial issues are all connected and why they impact our everyday lives

Welcome to "The world, simplified", a weekly show that will break down some of the biggest developments in finance and economics that are shaping our world.

We started this show because many of you asked us to cover global topics, considering The Daily Brief focuses on India. This is what we will do in these weekly episodes.

In this episode, we break down two major stories reshaping our world:

The Battle Against Big Tech

Dive into the biggest antitrust showdown of our era. Watch how Google and Visa – companies we use every single day – are facing unprecedented legal challenges. From the search bar you use to the card in your wallet, discover why these tech giants' powers are finally being questioned, and what it means for your digital future.

The World's Most Dangerous Chokepoints

What do an oil tanker in the Middle East, a chip factory in Taiwan, and a banking system in Belgium have in common? They're all chokepoints that could bring the global economy to its knees. Explore how these strategic pressure points are becoming weapons in a new age of economic warfare.

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