China’s OpenClaw Craze Spurs Surge In Secondhand Mac Demand

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 19, 2026

AI Adoption And Market Dynamics

Consumers in Beijing are adopting the OpenClaw AI agent, which can perform tasks such as sending emails and making online purchases. Demand for the tool is contributing to higher prices for secondhand Mac computers, reflecting the increased need for compatible devices. Trend follows earlier periods of elevated demand for personal computing devices, including the pandemic-driven surge in laptop purchases.

Security Concerns And Strategic Adaptation

As described by Jeremy Ji, Chief Strategy Officer and General Manager of International Business at ATRenew, many users prefer running OpenClaw on a secondary device or cloud server to safeguard personal data from potential security breaches. This precaution arises from the risk that letting the software access one’s primary computer might expose sensitive information such as banking details. The cautious adoption parallels broader approaches in cybersecurity, where businesses often isolate critical systems to mitigate risk.

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Rising Demand For Secondhand Mac Devices

Demand for OpenClaw is supporting growth in the secondhand Mac market. ATRenew, a reseller of used electronics working with Apple and JD.com, reported stable pricing for Apple products during the spring period. Ji said new MacBooks typically cost about 15% more than used models. Increased demand has led to efforts to expand the supply of pre-owned devices, with current trends expected to continue through the year.

Industry Endorsements And Broader Implications

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang described OpenClaw as “definitely the next ChatGPT,” citing rapid adoption as an open-source project. Growth in AI usage is also contributing to rising demand for hardware components, including memory chips used in smartphones and laptops. Apple’s in-house chips support performance in devices such as Mac Mini, contributing to demand for compatible hardware. Companies, including Tencent, are integrating AI agents to increase user engagement. Adoption of AI tools is influencing demand for computing devices and reshaping secondary markets in consumer electronics.

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Eurobank Wins Two Euromoney Awards Following Cyprus Merger

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

July 17, 2026

Eurobank has been named Cyprus’ Best Bank for 2026 by Euromoney, while also receiving the award for Best Bank for Large Corporates at the publication’s latest Awards for Excellence.

Merger Marks A Milestone

The awards recognise the bank’s performance during 2025, a year marked by the completion of the legal merger between Hellenic Bank and Eurobank Cyprus. The transaction created Eurobank Limited, which the group says is now Cyprus’ largest banking and insurance organisation, with assets exceeding €28 billion.

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Euromoney’s Awards for Excellence evaluate banks’ performance over the previous calendar year, with this edition covering January 1 to December 31, 2025.

Lending, Customers And Digital Growth

Eurobank said its business lending portfolio expanded by around 17 per cent during 2025, while its customer base grew to more than 710,000 retail clients and 11,500 business customers.

The bank also continued its digital expansion, saying more than 96 per cent of transactions are now completed through digital channels, and most financing applications are submitted via its mobile app.

Expanding International Presence

Eurobank also highlighted the opening of its first representative office in India, describing the move as a step toward strengthening business links between Cyprus and India while supporting Cyprus’ role as a gateway to the European Union for Indian businesses and investors.

According to the bank, Euromoney recognised not only the successful completion of the merger but also its lending growth, digital transformation and contribution to Cyprus’ position as an international business and investment hub.

CEO On The Awards

“The Euromoney awards confirm Eurobank’s strong momentum and the successful implementation of our group’s strategy in Cyprus,” Chief Executive Michalis Louis said.

He said the merger strengthened the bank’s ability to support households, businesses and the wider economy, while highlighting continued investment in digital services and the opening of the representative office in India as key milestones during the year.

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