Microsoft Announces Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast for Later in September — Here’s What to Expect
Wesley Yin-Poole / ign - Microsoft has announced an Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 Broadcast for later in September, where it will show off first-party games as well as issue updates from third-party publishers and developers. Here's everything you need to know.
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Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests escalate
After a period of intense anti‐corruption protests that left casualties and imposed curfews, Nepal has reversed its social media ban. The policy shift, driven by mounting public pressure to restore communication channels, aims to re-open digital dialogue amid the turbulent unrest, reflecting a delicate balance between state control and public demand for information.
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Nepal social media ban sparks deadly protests
Violent clashes have erupted in Nepal following a sweeping ban on major social media platforms. Reports vary—with some sources saying fourteen people were killed while others note injuries and one fatality—highlighting intense public outrage and deep-seated frustration with digital censorship.
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Chinese exports hit slowest growth in six months
Reports from Bloomberg and Financial Times indicate Chinese export growth has decelerated to its slowest pace in six months. The slowdown is attributed to weakening demand across key sectors, raising alarms among economists and businesses worldwide. Stakeholders are now closely monitoring further trade and economic implications. Experts caution that sustained weakness may impact future policy decisions.
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Japan PM Ishiba resigns to avoid party split turmoil
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba is stepping down amid mounting internal party divisions, a move intended to nip factional splits in the bud. The resignation comes as a dramatic attempt to preserve unity, even if it means sacrificing the leader’s position on the political stage.
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Crypto Sector Beset by Hackers Posing as Recruiters
PYMNTS / pymnts - Hackers from North Korea are reportedly flooding the cryptocurrency sector with seemingly legitimate job offers. As Reuters reported Thursday (Sept. 4), it’s part of a scam to steal digital assets, and a problem so widespread that job applicants have begu…
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China military parade showcases defiance amid global tension
During a high-profile military parade that drew international attention, China’s President Xi—flanked by Putin and Kim—unleashed a vigorous display of new weaponry alongside defiant rhetoric against perceived intimidation. A rare hot-mic moment revealed unexpected musings on longevity, adding an unintentional dash of humor to the gravitas of the day.
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Tencent open-sources Hunyuan-MT translation model series
Maria Deutscher / siliconangle - Tencent Holdings Ltd today open-sourced a new lineup of language models, the Hunyuan-MT series, that is optimized for translation tasks. The Chinese tech firm says that the algorithms significantly outperform Google Translate on a popular artificial intel…
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Apple Hebbal to Open in Bengaluru on September 2
Steve Vegvari / iphoneincanada - The Apple Hebbal retail store is set to open its doors this week in the capital of Bengaluru on September 2nd.The post Apple Hebbal to Open in Bengaluru on September 2 first appeared on iPhone in Canada.
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AI-Related Products Help Drive 26% Revenue Growth in Alibaba’s Cloud Division
PYMNTS / pymnts - Artificial intelligence-related products led Alibaba Group’s gains during a quarter in which the global technology company earned double-digit year-over-year revenue growth across its businesses. Overall, during the quarter ended June 30, Alibaba reported…
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Alibaba unveils new AI chip amidst Nvidia market concerns
Alibaba is making headlines with its announcement of a new AI chip designed to challenge Nvidia’s market dominance. The development has sparked notable market reactions and is seen as a strategic move to fill a technological gap, intensifying competition in the rapidly evolving semiconductor and AI sectors.
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South Korea bans smartphones in middle and elementary classrooms
In a bid to reduce classroom distractions and sharpen student focus, South Korean lawmakers have instituted a ban on smartphones and other smart devices in middle and elementary schools. The decision has stirred debate among educators and parents over the balance between digital innovation and effective learning.
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Perplexity Accused of Copyright Infringement by Japanese News Groups
PYMNTS / pymnts - A pair of Japanese media companies accused artificial intelligence search engine Perplexity of copyright infringement, the Financial Times (FT) reported Tuesday (Aug. 26). The infringement lawsuits filed by Nikkei and the Asahi Shimbun newspaper are part …
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Korean Air Orders Jets Amid Trump-Lee Summit Discussions
Korean Air is making headlines with its major Boeing jet order announced amid the backdrop of the Trump-Lee summit. Sources report varying order sizes — one citing 103 jets and another 100 — highlighting growing strategic adjustments as the carrier positions itself for future market and geopolitical challenges.
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Asian markets rally on anticipated Fed rate cuts
Investors in Asia are reacting positively as signals from a dovish US Federal Reserve prompt widespread optimism regarding impending rate cuts. The positive sentiment has boosted equities and currencies across the region, even as individual challenges, such as a recent slowdown in tech stocks like Nvidia, maintain a presence. Markets watch closely for further policy cues.
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Apple Sues Ex-Employee Who Allegedly Stole Apple Watch Secrets for Chinese Rival Oppo
Juli Clover / macrumors - Apple today filed a lawsuit in Northern California against Chen Shi, a former employee who left Apple and took a job at Chinese smartphone maker Oppo. According to Apple, Shi stole trade secrets relating to Apple Watch development and provided the informa…
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Nvidia’s Huang says TSMC among all-time greats: Buying its stock is ‘very smart’
cnbc - Nvidia's Jensen Huang made a visit to Taiwan on Friday, where he showered praise on TSMC, calling it one of the greatest companies in history.
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China weighs yuan stablecoin approval amid global currency ambitions
Chinese regulators are evaluating the legal green light for stablecoins pegged to the yuan, a move that could boost the digital currency’s global reach while reshaping international finance. Beijing’s cautious yet ambitious approach now faces eyebrow-raising scrutiny in an ever-shifting economic landscape.
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New Black Myth Game, Zhong Kui, Announced With Teaser Trailer
Eddie Makuch / gamespot - After achieving breakout success with Black Myth: Wukong in 2024, developer Game Science is returning with a sequel, Black Myth: Zhong Kui. Game Science announced the game with a teaser trailer at Gamescom Opening Night Live."This single-player action rol…
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China and India seek to repair strained ties with high-level visits - Financial Times
google - China and India seek to repair strained ties with high-level visits Financial Times
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