Tonight on Finance Pulse, we cover the biggest stories driving technology, markets, and energy worldwide. Meta’s shares soared after Mark Zuckerberg unveiled the futuristic Ray-Ban Display glasses — a bold step into wearable AI, though early glitches have sparked debate. Apple launched its much-awaited iPhone 17 globally, but the rollout comes with challenges as it faces stiff competition in China and growing skepticism around its AI features. Meanwhile, Intel stock jumped 22% following Nvidia’s $5 billion investment, marking its strongest rally since 1987 and signaling a shift in semiconductor market dynamics.
On the economic front, the UAE raised its 2025 growth forecast to 4.9%, supported by higher oil production and strong performance in non-oil sectors. In our Deep Dive, we explore Meta’s high-stakes bet on wearable AI — what the technology promises, the hurdles it faces, and how it could redefine the future of personal computing.
