Microsoft President Brad Smith criticized the US government's approach to regulating AI, calling for more transparency and better tools. His comments follow recent crackdowns on Anthropic and OpenAI models, which he believes were handled without proper rules, impacting business planning and international confidence.
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte met with top officials from Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea (Indo-Pacific Four) in Ankara. They discussed global issues including Ukraine, China, North Korea, and Iran, agreeing to boost cooperation in defense, cyberspace, and technology.
Croatia has formally complained to FIFA, questioning the use of VAR and ball technology in their World Cup elimination by Portugal. The HNS argues that relying on imperceptible technological contact for offside calls undermines the spirit of football and the 'clear and obvious' error principle.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev stated the company is the world leader in small nuclear power plants and is expanding its product line, with about a dozen reactor plant projects for low-power nuclear power plants (LPNPP) in development. The RITM family of reactors is highlighted as the most advanced technology.
Rockets and missiles, often confused, differ in guidance and battlefield roles. Rockets offer high-volume, affordable firepower, while missiles provide precision for high-value targets. Both remain crucial in modern warfare.
France's Naval Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with Lithuanian research centers to establish the Shield Lab, a maritime defense innovation laboratory in Lithuania, aiming to strengthen naval forces and boost the Baltic state's innovation potential.
The Trump administration is rapidly building a 'smart wall' along the US-Mexico border, combining 30-foot steel fencing with advanced surveillance technology, despite criticism over costs and impact on local communities.
China has released footage of a truck-mounted Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) capable of launching fixed-wing drones without a runway. This mobile platform enhances the PLA's drone capabilities by allowing rapid deployment from various locations, improving survivability and flexibility in modern conflicts.
Hong Kong's stock exchange secured second place globally in H1 2026 for capital raised, with $26.4 billion from IPOs and secondary listings, an 84.3% YoY increase. Mainland Chinese firms dominated, focusing on tech and consumer staples.
China has enacted a new law, dubbed the 2026 regulation on outbound direct investment (ODI), to probe and retaliate against foreign trade barriers and sanctions targeting its industries. The law requires Chinese investors to cooperate with authorities during overseas investigations.
Hong Kong's observatory forecasts 4-7 typhoons by October, with El Niño potentially fueling super typhoons. Rapid intensification, a key challenge in meteorology, is difficult to predict with current technologies.
India's Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered a technological and infrastructural upgrade of the national cyber crime helpline '1930'. The directive includes integrating AI and multilingual support to enhance reporting and redressal of cyber financial frauds, with a focus on prioritizing grievances related to frozen bank accounts.
He, head of Huawei's secretive semiconductor business, reappeared after a 2019 hiatus. At a Shanghai symposium, she introduced the "Tau (τ) Scaling Law," which Huawei claims could reach 1.4nm transistor densities by 2031 without EUV lithography, challenging traditional scaling methods.
Soaring AI server demand is pushing Japanese and South Korean MLCC makers into high-end products, creating opportunities for Chinese competitors in lower-end markets. The MLCC market is experiencing a historic cycle with rising prices and capacity expansion expected.
Saudi Arabia's SDAIA is boosting the Hajj season with advanced technology, supporting 75 sites in the holy places and 14 screening locations. The 'Makkah Route' initiative, in its 8th year, uses AI and data tech in 10 countries to streamline pilgrim procedures.
Amaravati, India's under-construction capital, is developing Quantum Valley, a tech park focused on quantum computing. Attracting scientists and startups, it aims to position India as a builder of advanced technology and host India's first IBM quantum computer.
US President Donald Trump arrives in Beijing for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, accompanied by top US executives from tech, finance, and manufacturing to discuss critical economic issues
A high-level delegation of business executives is travelling to China with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, with the inclusion of Jensen Huang underscoring how AI chip exports and advanced technology trade are likely to be central to discussions between the two nations.
Mobile users in Delhi-NCR may receive test alert messages. The government is trialing a new disaster alert system across India. This system uses advanced technology to send emergency warnings quickly. Users might get repeated messages in different languages. These are only test notifications, and no action is needed. The system is undergoing evaluation before its official launch.
Anthropic’s decision to restrict access to its powerful new model increases fears about the advanced technologyAnthropic has ruled out releasing its latest AI model, Mythos, to the public because of the threat it poses to global cybersecurity.However, the US tech startup behind the Claude chatbot confirmed on Wednesday it was investigating a report that a group of people had gained unauthorised access to Mythos. The alleged incident has raised concerns over the pace of development and the ability of tech companies to keep their riskiest products out of the public domain. Here, we examine Mythos and its potential impact. Continue reading...
India and South Korea have agreed to enter the third phase of their defence partnership, focusing on greater technology transfer, co-development and joint design of advanced military systems. The two countries already co-manufacture the K9 Vajra artillery gun through Larsen & Toubro and Hanwha Aerospace, with plans to extend this model to futuristic technologies including air defence systems and missile platforms.
