A Tokyo-based university announces plans to develop a futuristic city powered by AI and robotics, aiming for completion by 2031.
Japan college to build AI- and robot-powered city within a city
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Orix-Qatar private equity fund buys Japanese systems developer
Orix and Qatar Investment Authority’s joint private equity fund has purchased Nippon Information Industry, marking their first deal in Japan’s IT sector.
Who owns the AI boom? South Korea begins to ask
South Korea begins examining the ownership and control of the rapidly expanding AI industry amid growing concerns over concentrated wealth and influence.
Taiwan declares itself ‘sovereign and independent’ after Trump questions US defense commitment — comments come after Trump said he opposes Taiwan independence
Taiwan’s foreign ministry asserts independence following Trump’s comments on US policy and Taiwan’s status, amid rising tensions with China.
Gaza Is Rebuilding With Lego-Like Bricks Made From Rubble
Gaza is pioneering a recycling project that transforms rubble into interlocking bricks, aiding reconstruction amid material shortages and destruction.
The US is betting on AI to catch insider trading in prediction markets
The CFTC is deploying AI tools to monitor and combat insider trading on offshore prediction markets like Polymarket, signaling increased enforcement efforts.
China says Xi and Trump agreed to spur trade by lowering some tariffs
China and the U.S. have reportedly agreed to reduce certain tariffs, aiming to enhance trade relations, as announced after recent summit discussions.
Tech Companies to Discuss Iran’s Future During ‘Private Conference’ at Uber HQ
A private conference at Uber HQ in San Francisco will bring together Iranian diaspora figures and tech leaders to discuss Iran’s political and technological future.
Trump-Xi summit more symbol than substance, political experts say
Experts say the Trump-Xi meeting was more ceremonial than substantive, with no significant trade or policy commitments made during the two-day summit.
Trump-Xi summit live: US president discusses outcomes aboard Air Force One
U.S. President Trump and Xi Jinping met in China, discussing trade, Taiwan, Iran, and AI, with no major breakthroughs but efforts to stabilize relations.
