Investors hunt for protection against AI debt bust

15 December 2025 · 12m

FT News Briefing

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A terror attack on a Jewish event in Sydney kills more than a dozen people. Plus, investors are increasingly concerned about how much debt is funding the AI boom, world leaders meet to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine, and it’s a big week for US economic data. And: The FT’s ‘Behind the Money’ podcast looks into whistleblowing in the UK.

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Gunmen who killed 15 in Sydney attack on Jewish festival were father and son

Investors seek protection from risk of AI debt bust

Ukraine offers to drop Nato membership demands

Behind the Money podcast

Investors will have to wait until new year for clear data on US economy

Bank of England set to cut rates to 3.75% as economic data eases inflation concerns

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Today’s FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Persis Love and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. The FT’s acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The show’s theme music is by Metaphor Music.

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