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Trump Signals Escalation with Threats to Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure and Kharg Island
Defense & Security

Trump Signals Escalation with Threats to Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure and Kharg Island

President Trump declared plans for further military strikes on Iran, threatening to target key civilian infrastructure and potentially seize Kharg Island amid rising tensions after recent attacks on U.S. forces.

Elon Musk Opens Public Access to Grok 4.5, Positioned as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Anthropic’s Opus
Big Tech

Elon Musk Opens Public Access to Grok 4.5, Positioned as a Cost-Effective Alternative to Anthropic’s Opus

Elon Musk announced that Grok 4.5, an AI model developed with coding startup Cursor, will be publicly available Thursday, promising faster performance and lower costs than Anthropic’s Opus.

India’s Central Bank Pushes for Crypto Ban Amid Regulatory and Tax Concerns
Crypto & Fintech

India’s Central Bank Pushes for Crypto Ban Amid Regulatory and Tax Concerns

Internal government reports reveal the Reserve Bank of India is advocating for a crypto ban, citing financial stability and tax compliance risks amid a growing investor base.

Global Automakers Shift EV Innovation and Design Control to China
Energy & Climate

Global Automakers Shift EV Innovation and Design Control to China

Leading carmakers are relocating electric vehicle research, design, and software development to China, making it a central hub for innovation and future EV platforms.

Justice Department’s Payment to Defendants Raises Allegations of Concealment in Todd Blanche Probe
AI & Tech Regulation

Justice Department’s Payment to Defendants Raises Allegations of Concealment in Todd Blanche Probe

The Justice Department agreed to cover attorneys’ fees for six defendants in a stalled investigation, sparking claims of a deliberate cover-up involving Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.

Xiaomi EV Reports 36% Growth in June Deliveries Driven by YU7 SUV Variants
Energy & Climate

Xiaomi EV Reports 36% Growth in June Deliveries Driven by YU7 SUV Variants

Xiaomi EV delivered over 34,700 vehicles in June, marking a significant year-on-year increase led by strong YU7 SUV sales after new model launches in May.

Trump Signals End of Ceasefire with Iran, Warns of Further Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure
Defense & Security

Trump Signals End of Ceasefire with Iran, Warns of Further Strikes on Civilian Infrastructure

President Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, warning of additional U.S. strikes targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure amid escalating tensions after attacks on American military and commercial vessels.

Intel’s Arc Pro B70 Outperforms NVIDIA RTX 5090D in AI Language Model Testing at a Fraction of the Cost
Big Tech

Intel’s Arc Pro B70 Outperforms NVIDIA RTX 5090D in AI Language Model Testing at a Fraction of the Cost

Intel’s Arc Pro B70 GPU surpasses NVIDIA’s RTX 5090D in DeepSeek R1 AI language model benchmarks, delivering higher token throughput while costing significantly less.

Kazakhstan Unveils New Decree to Boost Crypto Mining and Stablecoin Use
Crypto & Fintech

Kazakhstan Unveils New Decree to Boost Crypto Mining and Stablecoin Use

Kazakhstan pushes for stronger crypto regulations with incentives for digital asset activity, stablecoin integration in trade, and new energy provisions for mining.

Uzbekistan and Air China plan to double Beijing-Tashkent flights and expand routes
Trade & Tariffs

Uzbekistan and Air China plan to double Beijing-Tashkent flights and expand routes

Uzbekistan Airports and Air China discussed increasing Beijing-Tashkent flights and exploring new routes, including potential services to Uzbekistan’s Fergana Valley.