Chinese AI start-up ModelBest has initiated pre-IPO tutoring with Citic Securities for a mainland listing, leveraging its small-model strategy amid US chip shortages.
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A former Deloitte IT manager in Hong Kong has been remanded in custody after pleading guilty to stealing 423 laptops worth HK$1.2 million over 17 months to fund his stock trading losses.
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A Secretaria de Meio Ambiente de Minas Gerais (Semad) suspendeu as operações de extração da Sigma Lithium, maior produtora de lítio do Brasil no Vale do Jequitinhonha, a partir de 13 de julho, por intervenções em cursos d'água, supressão de vegetação e extração sem licença. A empresa nega irregularidades, pagará multas de US$ 540 mil e negocia um acordo de regularização.
Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold8 offers a fresh form factor, wider, shorter, and lighter, catering to smartphone video watching habits, but how does it compare to other eighth-gen foldables?
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Beijing-based ModelBest, a key player in on-device AI, secured over 5 billion yuan (US$738 million) in funding this year, pushing its valuation to 20 billion yuan after its latest C+ Series round. This milestone highlights growing investor confidence in China's local AI sector.
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Australia erupted in celebration as the Socceroos drew against Paraguay, ensuring their progression to the World Cup knockout phase for the second consecutive time. Pubs and public spaces were filled with enthusiastic fans, uniting communities across the country.
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