Leading executives from global corporations, including Qualcomm, Pfizer, and Siemens, are gathering in Beijing for the China Development Forum on March 23-24. The event aims to attract foreign investment amid U.S. tariffs and subdued domestic consumption. Notably, Apple CEO Tim Cook will not attend this year.

A report from the Center for Political Accountability highlights significant risks associated with the rise of political spending by cryptocurrency companies and the deregulatory push under the Trump administration. The report underscores concerns about potential conflicts of interest and the influence of crypto firms on political outcomes and regulatory environments.