The G20. If you compare it to, let’s say G7 or BRICS, it’s like bringing a hand grenade to a pillow fight. It is the alpha and the omega of geopolitical shindigs. And the party this group is holding right now? It’s probably the most confrontational, uncompromising blast wave-inducing get-together in years. The story so […]
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TikTok Shop recently made its debut in the U.S., sparking concerns over data privacy and other ethical problems.
Naval superiority is measured in tonnage. Even in the days of the Royal Navy versus the Spanish Armada, the total weight of all ships would be the first piece of important strategic intelligence to the enemy. Just two years ago, it was reported that the Chinese Navy boasted 2.4 million tonnes of water-cleaving muscle. To […]
President Biden's strategic efforts have yielded unexpected successes, especially when it comes to advanced semiconductor industry.
X, formerly known as Twitter, is to collect users’ biometric data which includes education and job history. In its quest to become the ‘everything’ app, moving in on LinkedIn’s turf is the first step. And it’sgoing to make it so much more than just a first contact point between prospect and employer. Both parties will […]
Now in war news. the Pentagon revealed its new "Replicator" program, designed to counter China's rapid military progress.
Sorry, but that headline should read ‘head to the hill’ not ‘head the bill’. Because that’s where Elon and Mark are going. To Capitol Hill, to advise the lawmakers on how to deal with AI. But given their recent, rather silly pugilistic proclamations about a cage fight, what do you expect? So what could be […]
Huawei quietly released the Mate 60 Pro, the world's first mass-produced smartphone with satellite communication capabilities.
Right now, Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) is considering a Chinese bid to build a nuclear power plant in the Kingdom. He’s deadly serious about this, as are the Chinese. But according to the Wall Street Journal, he is sending a clear signal to Washington that unless they drop their non-proliferation stance, he will […]
Planning a trip to or around the US anytime soon? Well, don’t be surprised if you hear this announcement from the flight deck. “Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome aboard our flight today. In the interests of public transparency the FAA requires us to alert you to the following. Firstly, please note that I […]