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- 1IMF chief warns AI boom masks economic fragility from oil shocks▼IMF chief warns AI boom is masking economic fragility from oil shocks
The head of the International Monetary Fund has cautioned that the surge of investment in artificial intelligence is concealing underlying economic weaknesses, particularly economies' vulnerability to oil price shocks. The warning suggests markets may be overestimating the strength of the global economy while relying on AI-driven optimism, leaving them exposed if energy prices spike.
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Lebanese officials have expressed hope for a new staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund as the country continues efforts to secure financial support for its crisis-hit economy. Lebanon has been negotiating reforms required by the IMF, including banking-sector restructuring, and a fresh agreement would mark a step toward unlocking wider international assistance.
- 3IMF Urges Ghana to Strengthen Crypto Oversight Before 2026●REGULATION | IMF Urges Ghana to Strengthen Crypto Oversight Ahead of December 2026 Regime
The International Monetary Fund is calling on Ghana to tighten its oversight of cryptocurrency activity ahead of a new regulatory regime expected to take effect in December 2026. The advice signals growing pressure on the West African nation to put clear rules around digital assets in place as adoption rises and a formal framework nears implementation.