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Jul 22, 2026 · 15m

Summary

Belgian tech startups raised €591 million in the first half of the year, outperforming previous periods. Major European ports urge regulatory flexibility to protect investments, while a new Chinese AI model challenges Western dominance. The episode also covers Belfius privatization talks, new nitrogen emission sensors in Flanders, and the shifting relevance of the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks.

Topics discussed

Introduction and overview of today's business news Record investment in Belgian tech startups Privatization of Belfius bank and Mark Koeken's interest New sensors to detect AdBlue fraud in Flanders Major European ports challenge EU nature regulations Impact of new Chinese AI model Kimi K3 on markets Rise in volunteering among long-term sick individuals Why the 'Magnificent Seven' stock group is dead Closing remarks and Luxembourg finance advertisement
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