The Trump administration has asked OpenAI to restrict its next AI model release, requiring government approval for initial users before a wider launch. This marks the first time the US has imposed suc…
Thailand projects record $366.8 billion in exports for 2026, driven by surging global demand for AI-related electronics components. The country's electronics sector has expanded for over 19 consecutiv…
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said surging AI-related exports are cushioning Japan's economy from the impact of crude oil prices above $100 per barrel, driven by US-Iran tensions. The AI boom is o…
Hong Kong can position itself as a regulatory bridge between US and Chinese AI ecosystems amid escalating decoupling, as US export controls on AI models backfire by accelerating Chinese innovation and…
The Five Eyes intelligence alliance warned that artificial intelligence will accelerate cyberattacks within months, urging governments and businesses to prepare for threats that exceed current expecta…
SK Hynix plans to list American Depositary Receipts on Nasdaq on July 10, targeting a $30 billion raise as AI demand drives its market cap past $1 trillion. The South Korean memory chipmaker, a leader…
A credible Labour source reveals that Wes Streeting was promised the Chancellorship for not running, capital gains taxes will be raised to match income tax, and the economic focus will be on devolutio…
China's goal to power AI data centers with 80% renewable energy by 2030 faces practical grid challenges, as intermittent supply clashes with the constant demand of AI workloads. Despite massive clean …
China-Asean relations extend beyond geopolitics, encompassing food systems, satellites, aircraft, universities, finance, culture, infrastructure, data centers, business networks, and regional institut…
Elon Musk acquired an autonomous coding startup amid concerns that China is outpacing the US in artificial intelligence. The move underscores the intensifying global AI race and Musk's strategic push …
Carmela Troncoso, a privacy expert, warns that US immigration authorities use Palantir's AI-powered ELITE app to track migrants based on digital footprints, raising concerns about lack of transparency…
FIFA's dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup has kept ticket prices high, with demand holding steady on resale platforms and stadiums near full capacity. Despite fan backlash over record-high costs, …
Goldman Sachs has released updated World Cup forecasts, predicting Spain as the favorite to win with a 20.4% chance, followed by France at 20% and Argentina at 18%. The model, based on historical perf…
Recording meetings with AI tools is safe when vendors prioritize privacy through architecture, not just policy. A 9-question checklist helps buyers evaluate data storage, AI training opt-outs, and bot…
US President Donald Trump claims prices are dropping and oil is flowing after a US-Iran peace deal, but data shows petrol prices remain above prewar levels and experts predict they won't normalize unt…
The EU is betting on industrial AI to revive its manufacturing sector and compete with the US and China. With less than 12% of global AI venture capital and a 17% share of manufacturing output, Europe…
The Shanghai Stock Exchange clarified IPO rules for unprofitable AI model developers, allowing listings on the Star Market for firms with an anticipated market cap of at least 4 billion yuan. The move…
A senior developer working locally in Central and Eastern Europe earns €2,800–€5,000 per month in 2026, while the same developer working remotely for a US or UK company earns €5,000–€10,000. Romania's…
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has not sought an exemption from U.S. export controls on Anthropic's advanced AI models, a spokesperson said ahead of a G7 leaders' lunch. The U.S. imposed controls over…
China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security is preparing a policy document titled 'Responding to the Impact of AI on Employment' to assess and mitigate AI-driven job disruption, focusing o…