Russia Launches State-Backed Crypto Trade Corridor Amid Sanctions Challenges
Russia has established a legalized crypto settlement corridor for select foreign trade contracts, yet external sanctions and liquidity hurdles continue to limit its impact.
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ICC Judges Challenge U.S. Sanctions Citing Threats to Judicial Independence
Judges from the International Criminal Court have sued the U.S. government to lift sanctions that freeze their assets and restrict their operations, arguing these measures undermine the court’s impartiality.
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US Blocks Polestar from Selling New EV Models from 2027, Tightening Regulations on China-Linked Firms
The US government has denied Polestar authorization to certify and sell vehicles from model year 2027 onward, citing connected-vehicle cybersecurity rules affecting China-linked manufacturers.
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Senator Warns Trump Tariffs Have Hindered US-India Economic Partnership
Senior Senator Mark Warner criticizes tariffs imposed during Trump's term, saying they disrupted the growing US-India trade ties despite strategic cooperation progress.
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ICC Judges Challenge U.S. Sanctions Targeting International Court Officials in Manhattan
Three International Criminal Court judges filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump and U.S. officials, seeking to overturn sanctions that froze assets and restricted their movement.
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Qualcomm to Launch China-Compliant Data Center Chips with Modified AI Accelerators
Qualcomm plans to introduce a full range of data center chips for China, featuring tailored AI accelerators designed to meet U.S. export restrictions and navigate local market challenges.
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Sanctioned Iranian Entities Channel Billions via CoinEx Crypto Exchange
Iranian-linked wallets transferred over $3.8 billion through CoinEx since 2019, revealing significant use of the platform to bypass US sanctions, says blockchain analyst TRM Labs.
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India and US Seek Closer Collaboration on Semiconductors, AI, and Critical Minerals
India and the United States advanced discussions on expanding cooperation in semiconductor production, artificial intelligence, trusted supply chains, and critical minerals during a high-level Washington meeting.
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U.S. Launches Pax Silica Accord to Reduce AI Chip Dependence on China
The United States spearheads an international agreement named Pax Silica to secure critical AI chip components and cut reliance on Chinese supply chains.
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How Western Firms Struggle to Grasp China Beyond Economic Metrics
Despite decades of engagement, Western companies still misinterpret China’s complex business culture, overlooking the social and cultural dynamics that shape success.
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Iran Uses China's Yuan to Evade US Sanctions on Oil Trade
Iran increasingly conducts oil sales through Chinese buyers paid in yuan, bypassing US banks and complicating American sanctions enforcement.
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US Cattle Group Supports Possible USMCA Exit, Demands Stronger Import Controls
A major U.S. cattle association backs potential withdrawal from the USMCA, urging mandatory origin labeling, import quotas, and higher tariffs to protect domestic producers.