European businesses consider using open-weight Chinese AI systems to strengthen technological sovereignty, as they offer greater operational control when hosted locally, despite introducing new supply-chain dependencies.
Japan's yen slides toward 160 per dollar as traders test US resolve. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent intervenes to preserve the yen carry trade that funds US tech and AI investments.
US annualized inflation dipped to 3.4% in July as energy prices moderated slightly, though consumer costs remain elevated above prewar levels amid ongoing conflict with Iran and a weakening labor market.
A British mother is warning parents not to buy cheap toys online after a TikTok-trend squishy toy purchased from Shein exploded in her four-year-old son's face, requiring hospital treatment and damaging his vision.
United and Delta Airlines introduce basic business-class fares without perks like seat selection, lounge access, or free changes, posing challenges for corporate travel managers who value flexibility over cost savings.
Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik stated that Berlin's actions regarding the Nord Stream attacks seek a scapegoat and will likely be highly manipulative.
Breakthroughs in cheap Chinese open-weight AI models have spooked US investors, though analysts argue lower costs will supercharge global demand and accelerate AI adoption.
Travelers face persistently high airfares globally, up 25-30% from 2025, driven by soaring jet fuel prices from the US-Iran conflict, refinery shortages, Boeing and Airbus delivery delays, FAA staffing issues, and resilient travel demand.
Volkswagen Group is reportedly planning to introduce a US-made pickup truck and large SUV by 2030 to revive its struggling American business, leveraging options like platform sharing or its Scout brand.
Security researchers Cory Solovewicz and Mike Sheward discovered that companies mistakenly send sensitive private data and corporate secrets to unmonitored placeholder domains like noreply.us and deleteduser.com.
Security researchers Vangelis Stykas and Felipe Solferini demonstrated at the Black Hat conference that tens of millions of cheap GPS smartwatches and car trackers across dozens of brands rely on just three vulnerable Shenzhen-based supply chains, exposing users to remote tracking, audio eavesdropping, and camera hijacking.
Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek announced a significant price hike for its API services amid surging global demand for its ultra-cheap models, sparking debates over its cost-effective reputation.
BlackRock announced a one-for-three reverse split for its iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) to lift its nominal share price and potentially reduce trading spreads, as Ethereum's price declines weigh on the fund.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over a plan to open city-backed grocery stores offering discounted food, accusing the mayor of misleading citizens while touting future AI and robotics solutions.
Startup Hark launched Hark Handoff, an AI browser agent capable of navigating websites without official APIs to complete tasks. Backed by a $700 million Series A funding, the company claims the agent predicts next actions and undercuts competitors on cost and speed.
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are gaining momentum as a low-emission energy solution, but experts warn of unresolved radioactive waste issues, high costs, and elevated aggregate accident risks.
The US and Japan joined forces to support the yen after Tokyo deployed nearly $96 billion in interventions, prompting Bitcoin traders to monitor potential carry trade unwinds and rising Japanese bond yields.
Used electric car leasing in the UK surged by 170% over the past year as drivers sought cheaper transport options to counter rising petrol prices driven by conflict involving Iran.
Samsung's 9100 Pro 2TB NVMe SSD drops to $302.99, its lowest price since early 2026. Other tech deals include the Samsung M8 4K monitor (50% off), Google Pixel 10A ($424), and SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni headset ($379.99). Google's Pixel 11 launch is set for next week.
Manchester City's Jack Grealish is linked with Atlético Madrid, while Tottenham eyes Victor Osimhen and Cody Gakpo. Manchester United seeks left-back options, Juventus targets Guglielmo Vicario, and Hull pursues several players. West Ham and Trabzonspor are also active in the transfer market.
The Philippines and Ukraine are exploring a "Drone Deal" framework, with initial discussions held in Kyiv between Ukrainian presidential aide Ihor Zhovkva and Philippine Undersecretary of National Defence Salvador Mison. The potential agreement aims to deepen defense ties through drone co-production, technology exchange, and cybersecurity cooperation.
Philip Kong, a 75-year-old Hong Kong retiree, discovered that prostate surgery at The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital could cost nearly 90% less than in Hong Kong, highlighting significant healthcare cost disparities between the two cities.
Albanians protest against a $6.5 billion luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, citing corruption, environmental concerns, and the preservation of the untouched Zvërnec Peninsula.
Albanians are protesting a $6.5 billion luxury resort project on the Zvërnec Peninsula and Sazan Island, backed by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Environmentalists and locals decry the project's impact on a protected ecosystem and alleged government corruption, leading to the "Flamingo Revolution" protests.
