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TikTok founder Zhang Yiming becomes Asia's richest person fueled by AI
Zhang Yiming, the founder of ByteDance (parent company of TikTok and Douyin), has become the richest person in Asia with a net worth of $105.5 billion. His wealth has significantly increased since 2019, largely due to s…
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OpenAI unveils new framework for disclosing AI model misbehavior
OpenAI has introduced a new framework for disclosing incidents of AI model misalignment, aiming to foster industry-wide standards for transparency. The company detailed six recent examples of concerning AI behavior disc…
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93% of organizations hit by ransomware, Omdia report finds
A recent Omdia research report indicates that 93% of organizations faced attempted ransomware attacks in the past year, with 85% of successful attacks going undetected for over 24 hours and 99% resulting in data loss. T…
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Apple plans new MacBooks, iPhone 18 Pro chip upgrades
Apple is reportedly planning several new MacBook models and an updated iPhone chip. The company may introduce a new 13.8-inch OLED MacBook in 2029, positioned between the Air and Pro lines. Additionally, rumors suggest …
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Solid-state transformers poised to revolutionize AI data center power infrastructure
Solid-state transformers (SSTs) are emerging as a critical technology for next-generation AI data centers, enabling the conversion of medium-voltage AC directly to 800 V DC. This shift to high-voltage direct current (HV…
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Perplexity launches local AI agent on Nvidia hardware, facing cost and complexity hurdles
Perplexity has launched Portable Computer, a local-first AI agent designed to reduce token costs and enhance user privacy by running on personal devices. This agent utilizes the Qwen 3.8 27B model from Alibaba, or a fin…
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AR display shipments to surpass VR by 2030, driven by lighter smartglasses and AI
Global shipments of augmented reality (AR) displays are projected to surpass virtual reality (VR) displays by 2030, with AR reaching 21 million units compared to VR's 19 million. This growth is driven by manufacturers f…
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Apple's iPhone Fold Enters Booming Foldable Market Amidst Challenges
Apple is poised to enter the foldable phone market with its upcoming iPhone Fold, a move that coincides with a significant boom in the sector. Research indicates the global foldable market is projected to grow over 20% …
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AI Trust Gap Stalls Enterprise Adoption Amid Data Governance Woes
Organizations are facing a trust gap in AI adoption due to inadequate data governance, not model accuracy. Relying on external AI providers for security and governance creates structural risks, as advanced AI agents can…
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Microdramas boom in Hollywood, chasing TikTok audience and $1.5B revenue
Microdramas, short-form vertical video series, are experiencing a boom in Hollywood, driven by studios seeking to capture a TikTok-like audience. This trend is projected to generate $1.5 billion in US revenue this year,…
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5G Private Networks at Inflection Point, Driven by AI and Sovereignty
Omdia's 2026 report indicates that the 5G private network market is at a critical juncture. While some operators have faced challenges due to unrealistic expectations, the market is poised for niche growth in sectors li…
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China's 'Go Global 3.0' era sees AI robotics lead overseas expansion
Chinese companies are increasingly focusing on exporting AI hardware and robotics, marking a shift from previous export eras. Analysts at Goldman Sachs have identified this trend as the 'Go Global 3.0' era, driven by gl…
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US bans Chinese humanoid robots, impacting AI development supply chains
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned the import of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security concerns and a desire to reduce reliance on Chinese technology. Wh…
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Microsoft 365 Copilot pricing shifts to $21/user, value questioned
Microsoft has adjusted pricing for its Microsoft 365 Copilot, with the Copilot Business tier now priced at $21 per user per month, down from a promotional $18 and a standard $30. While the promotional pricing has ended,…
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AI Demand Fuels Massive Multi-Building Data Center Campuses
The increasing demand for AI and cloud computing is driving the development of massive, multi-building data center campuses, some spanning thousands of acres. These campuses are designed to house the immense computation…
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China decries US tech curbs as 'bullying,' impacting robotics and AI
China's government has criticized the United States for imposing broad technology export restrictions, labeling them as "unilateral bullying" that distorts market principles. Beijing argues these measures, which impact …
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TCL leads Philippines TV market for 3rd year, excels globally in Mini LED and Google TV
TCL has secured the top position in the Philippines' panel TV market for the third consecutive year, as indicated by the 2025 Annual Cumulative Market Share Report from TRS Research. This domestic success mirrors TCL's …
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Yi Dian Tian Xia establishes new tech firm; global smartphone shipments decline
Yi Dian Tian Xia has established a new network technology company in Hainan with a registered capital of 140 million yuan. The company's business scope includes advertising services, software development, and sales agen…
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Global smartphone shipments decline 6% in Q2 2026 amid rising costs · 1 source tracked
Global smartphone shipments saw a 6% year-over-year decrease in the second quarter of 2026, reaching 272 million units according to Omdia. This decline follows a stronger first quarter, with the second quarter impacted …
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Global smartphone sales drop 6% amid memory cost crisis, Apple and Samsung gain share
Global smartphone sales have declined by six percent year-over-year, reaching 272 million units in the second quarter of 2026, according to a report by Omdia. This downturn is attributed to a memory cost crisis and risi…