
Sequans Communications Cuts Bitcoin Treasury by 79.3% in Q2 to Clear Debt
Sequans Communications reduced its Bitcoin treasury by 79.3% in Q2, selling 1,200 BTC to eliminate convertible debt and boost cash reserves to $21 million.

Sequans Communications reduced its Bitcoin treasury by 79.3% in Q2, selling 1,200 BTC to eliminate convertible debt and boost cash reserves to $21 million.
Le président iranien Massoud Pezeshkian a admis que la communication avec le guide suprême Mojtaba Khamenei était très difficile, tout en défendant ce dernier face aux spéculations sur son absence publique.
The Indian Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed a phased mandate for Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems in new vehicles starting October 2028. The technology aims to improve road safety by enabling real-time data exchange between vehicles.

Pakistan's Ambassador to Moscow, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, stated that Islamabad maintains closed communication channels and acts as a mediator between the US and Iran amid their ongoing conflict.

The Trump administration and FCC are reportedly drafting a ban on US imports of new Chinese optical transceivers for datacenters, citing national security risks, supply chain threats, and concerns over data theft.
Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif believes veteran opener Rohit Sharma will not retire from ODI cricket on his own, leaving selectors to make the call.

Endeavor Optical Networks (EON), backed by $10.75M in seed funding, plans to launch a network of laser-equipped satellites to connect data centers globally, offering an alternative to undersea fiber cables with a goal of 2.4 terabits per second throughput.
India's road ministry issued a draft notification proposing mandatory Vehicle-to-Vehicle communication systems for L, M, and N category vehicles built on or after October 1, 2028, aiming to reduce road accidents.

The Philippines submitted an official nautical chart to the United Nations asserting its claim to Scarborough Shoal—known as Huangyan Island in China, Minzhu Reef in Taiwan, and Panatag Shoal in the Philippines—defining its 12‑nautical‑mile territorial sea and 24‑nautical‑mile contiguous zone.

A probe into former China securities regulator Fang Xinghai underscores how opaque policy communication and sudden regulatory actions cause sharp market swings, unsettling foreign investors even as AI advances and index inclusions offer limited optimism.

Congress allocated ~90% of its AI tool budget to OpenAI's ChatGPT ($100,580 out of $113,740) in the year ending March 31, with Democratic offices spending three times more than Republican ones.

A CNBC report reveals OpenAI's ChatGPT accounts for 90% of Congress's AI tool spending, totaling $100,580, with Democratic offices spending three times more than Republican offices for tasks like memo writing and legislation analysis.

Ghosting, ending relationships by ignoring communication, is increasingly prevalent in multiyear relationships, not just casual dating. Factors like "gender wars" discourse, avoidant attachment styles, and the ease of digital communication contribute to this trend, leaving many partners grappling with sudden disappearances.

A U.S. spy drone's flight near the inter-Korean border caused a mix-up with South Korean forces, almost leading to it being shot down. An official confirmed it was due to a working-level communication error and failure to follow official airspace control procedures.

A U.S. spy drone was nearly shot down by South Korean forces near the inter-Korean border last week due to a communication error at the working level. The incident occurred during a routine combined exercise in Paju, north of Seoul, and was attributed to improper command reporting and failure to follow flight authorization procedures.
PM Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' campaign, urging youth to reject drug abuse and families to communicate openly. He called for respecting drug survivors and announced strict action against traffickers, noting the campaign will run for 100 weeks.

Hong Kong's first "new style Legco dialogue" with Chief Executive John Lee focused on enhancing communication. Lawmakers proposed revamping the 1823 public inquiry hotline with AI, mirroring Beijing's 12345 model, and transforming post offices into resident service centers to improve public services and accountability.
Bengal's STF arrested Arpita Sarkar, a 22-year-old influencer, for allegedly aiding her boyfriend, suspected Jaish operative Mohammad Hamim Mondal, in a Pakistan-linked terror module. She reportedly helped him honey-trap influential figures and took instructions from Pakistani handlers.
Residents in Wyndham, West Australia, express anger and disappointment over a planned 40-meter NBN Co telecommunications tower near their homes, citing lack of consultation, property value concerns, and health fears, despite the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley approving the site.

Independent MP Kate Chaney is pushing to amend federal laws that currently criminalize telehealth for voluntary assisted dying (VAD) consultations, despite most states allowing VAD. The Labor national conference voted to repeal the law, but PM Anthony Albanese has expressed concerns about safeguards. Medical and legal bodies support the change, citing patient suffering and delays in care, while some religious leaders oppose it. Chaney's bill is set for debate on August 11.

A new US import ban on foreign robots, citing supply-chain and cybersecurity concerns, is set to disrupt the American market, particularly impacting Chinese smart vacuum cleaners which currently dominate the global home automation sector.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) president Tamim Iqbal is seeking government intervention to ensure India's white-ball tour to Bangladesh in September proceeds. Diplomatic efforts between Bangladesh and India are fueling optimism for the previously postponed series, which has not yet received official confirmation.

ABC has accused the FCC of retaliating against its editorial decisions and Donald Trump coverage by subjecting eight local stations to an expedited license renewal process. The Disney-owned network argues this is an unconstitutional premise, while the FCC denies political motivation, citing employment practices.

Anthropic annonce que son prototype d'IA a réussi à percer partiellement les secrets du chiffrement des données, un mécanisme essentiel pour la sécurité d'Internet.