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Reading Time : 2 minutes China’s chip industry is pushing ahead fast despite U.S. sanctions. Hygon is set to unveil a powerful processor, while merging with Sugon to boost local tech capabilities. This marks a clear step toward reducing foreign tech reliance and securing a strong place in the global semiconductor arena.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The ongoing legal debates over using copyrighted material to train AI models are highlighted by a recent court ruling and The New York Times’ lawsuit against OpenAI. Both cases reflect uncertainties surrounding whether such use qualifies as fair use, with experts and the U.S. Copyright Office weighing in cautiously.
Reading Time : 2 minutesRio Tinto and Codelco have partnered to develop Chile’s high-grade Salar de Maricunga lithium project. With a $900 million phased investment and advanced Direct Lithium Extraction technology, the joint venture aims to deliver lithium by 2030, boosting Chile’s global lithium supply while promoting sustainable resource development.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Moody’s downgraded the US credit rating from AAA to Aa1 due to rising debt and interest burdens. It’s a historic shift with global impact, sparking market jitters and political pushback.
Reading Time : 2 minutesSaudi Arabia partners with NVIDIA to create a global AI hub, advancing AI factories, digital twins, and smart city solutions, supporting Vision 2030 goals.
Reading Time : 2 minutes India is set to be the fastest-growing major economy in 2025 with 6.6% growth, driven by consumption, exports, and strong monsoons.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Coinbase is being investigated by the SEC over claims it exaggerated user numbers. At the same time, the company faces backlash from a major data breach.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Trump signed an executive order to create a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, pushing to make the country the global crypto leader. The move sparks heated debate, with supporters hailing innovation and critics warning of volatility and state-backed speculation.
Reading Time : 2 minutes A temporary reduction in US-China tariffs has been agreed upon, easing economic tensions. But both sides remain cautious, aware that the deeper political rift hasn’t healed. Xi Jinping warns against bullying, while Washington keeps its guard up.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Whoscall started quietly in 2010 with a smart idea but little success. Everything changed in 2013 when Google featured the app, launching it into the spotlight. With Naver’s acquisition and smart growth, it became a major player in global spam call protection.
Reading Time : 2 minutes What began as a movement for justice has, in parts, become a maze of jargon and moral rigidity. Wokism now risks alienating the very people it aimed to uplift—replacing clarity with obscurantism and turning political debate into an insider’s game. For Democrats, the cost may be measured in lost votes.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Delta Air Lines and Korean Air invest $550 million to acquire a combined 25% stake in WestJet, reinforcing strategic partnerships and expanding connectivity across North America and Asia. This move strengthens WestJet’s position amid travel challenges and highlights growing collaboration in global aviation, promising enhanced routes, loyalty integration, and improved passenger experiences.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Cybersecurity M&A is booming in early 2025, led by 46 U.S. deals and Google’s $32B buy of Wiz. Most acquisitions target small, innovative firms.
Reading Time : 2 minutes This article explores key lawsuits shaping the legality of AI training with copyrighted material. As courts begin to rule on cases involving Thomson Reuters, OpenAI, and others, the future of how AI models are trained may be transformed. Legal clarity remains elusive, but these battles are defining the boundaries between innovation and content ownership.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Bill Gates has announced plans to give away nearly his entire $200 billion fortune by 2045 and shut down the Gates Foundation. This shift marks a major moment in modern philanthropy, emphasizing urgency and impact over legacy.