China curbs live stream tipping with new rules to protect minors
The new live-streaming rules ban under-8s from tipping and introduce tiered consent for minors to curb manipulative inducements
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Newest first · UTC+11:00HKEX Advances Index Ecosystem with Two Tech-Focused Benchmarks
HONG KONG, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce today (Monday) the expansion of its index portfolio with the introduction of two technology‑focused benchmarks: the HKEX KRX Semiconductor Index and the HKEX Tech & US Tech 100 Index.
· PRNEWSWIRE
PJM Targets 15 Gigawatts Of New Power To Feed Data Center Boom
PJM Interconnection, operator of the largest power grid in the United States spanning 13 states and serving more than 65 million people, has launched an emergency proposal to secure 15 gigawatts of new electricity supply, according to Bloomberg. The move aims squarely at the surging AI data center demand, which has …
· Tyler Durden
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home allegedly targeted in second attack in two days, cops make 2 arrests
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home was allegedly targeted for the second time in two days – and cops have made two arrests.
· Chris Bradford
AI to predict how bowel cancer patients will respond to new NHS drug
PhenMap tool could spare thousands of patients from treatment that would be ineffective for them
· Raphael Boyd
HSBC will continue to invest in the Middle East for the long term even as war rages on
The bank will continue to invest in the UAE, alongside India, China and Singapore, says Surendra Rosha, co-CEO for Asia and the Middle East
· Enoch Yiu
EU hires former von der Leyen aide as top competition official
BRUSSELS — Irishman Anthony Whelan was named on Monday as director-general of the EU’s competition department, installing the former digital adviser to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to the pivotal role after a lengthy search.
· Jacob Parry
What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?
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· Mia Gonzalez
Why French film icon Juliette Binoche isn’t worried about AI replacing human talent
Humanity and intuition are the secrets to great art, according to Juliette Binoche, who talks about her directorial debut In-I In Motion
· Ashlyn Chak
Why French film icon Juliette Binoche isn’t worried about AI replacing human talent
Humanity and intuition are the secrets to great art, according to Juliette Binoche, who talks about her directorial debut In-I In Motion
· Ashlyn Chak
OpenAI announces first permanent London office after halting UK Stargate project
OpenAI has announced it's opening its first permanent London office with a capacity of over 500 team members, after the company halted a major AI infrastructure project in the U.K.
· Kai Nicol-Schwarz
$92 Million In Banned AI Chips Went From Super Micro To Little Known Chinese Tech Company
A little-known Chinese tech company saw its stock drop sharply after U.S. authorities charged a co-founder of Super Micro Computer with illegally smuggling advanced AI chips into China, according to Bloomberg.
· Tyler Durden
LG Energy Solution chief eyes 50% productivity boost with AI
LG Energy Solution CEO Kim Dong-myung said Monday that the South Korean battery maker aims to boost overall productivity by 50 percent by 2028 through an aggressive artificial intelligence transformation initiative.
· Ahn Sung-mi
Women help address learning gaps in Negros Occidental village
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· Herbie G
Balisacan proposes lifting coal moratorium
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· Iya Gozum
Apple's foldable debut ignites wide-screen phone race
Samsung, Huawei push tablet-style designs as Apple targets crease-free display
· Jie Ye-eun
Google TurboQuant: Separating hype from reality
TurboQuant co-developer clarifies the 6x memory savings and 8x speed claims that rattled chip stocks
· Moon Joon-hyun
US to blockade Iran ports after talks fail to yield a deal
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· Mia Gonzalez
[Ask the Tax Whiz] A guide to VAT exemptions for natural gas stakeholders
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· gdecastro0289
Hyundai chief doubles down on US with $26b bet through 2028
Chung Euisun puts robotics, physical AI at core of post-car strategy
· Ahn Sung-mi
Daewoo E&C launches data center task force
Daewoo Engineering & Construction said Monday it has launched a dedicated data center task force to capture rising demand for AI infrastructure.
· Lee Han-gyoul
‘Get your act together’: Trump lashes Pope, exposes his own God complex
Minutes after posting his rant about Pope Leo being “weak on crime” and “terrible for foreign policy”, Donald Trump posted an AI image of himself as Jesus Christ healing the sick – overlooked by an American flag, fighter jets and a bald eagle.
· Michael Koziol
Korea trims, refocuses EDCF with W9tr plan
South Korea will commit 9 trillion won ($6.05 billion) to the Economic Development Cooperation Fund through 2028, cutting its overall three-year plan while broadening support into policy priority sectors such as AI, digital technology, culture, green energy and supply chains.
· Choi Ji-won
LG Electronics names 22 fellows, spotlights AI, mobility talent
LG Electronics said Monday it had named 22 employees as research and specialist fellows for 2026, recognizing top-tier technical expertise across key business areas.
· Jeon Ji-woo
How AI is reshaping American workplaces: new poll
A person types on a computer keyboard in New York, Oct. 8, 2019. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
· Matt Obrien
[EDITORIAL] Hindi dapat issue ang madman politics ni Trump. Naked imperialism ito.
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· Lilibeth Frondoso
[EDITORIAL] Hindi dapat issue ang madman politics ni Trump. Naked imperialism ito.
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· Lilibeth Frondoso
What to Stream: 'Beef,' Zayn Malik and 'Love Island: Beyond the Villa'
This combination of images show promotional art for the film “The Running Man,” lwdt, the series “Margo’s Got Money Troubles,” center, and the film “Roommates.” (Paramount/Apple TV/Netflix via AP)
· The Associated Press
Chinese AI solves decade-old maths problem in hours, with no human intervention
Research team led by Peking University says dual-agent approach bridges the gap between reasoning and formal machine verification
· Victoria Bela
Chinese AI solves decade-old maths problem in hours, with no human intervention
Research team led by Peking University says dual-agent approach bridges the gap between reasoning and formal machine verification
· Victoria Bela
Amid fierce global competition, China launches national plan to boost AI education
Building nationwide artificial intelligence infrastructure is a central part of the plan
· Carol Yang
Amid fierce global competition, China launches national plan to boost AI education
Building nationwide artificial intelligence infrastructure is a central part of the plan
· Carol Yang
Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs
‘We are formulating a comprehensive strategy that combines world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge research and development, and a culture of responsible innovation,’ John Lee says
· Oscar Liu
Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs
‘We are formulating a comprehensive strategy that combines world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge research and development, and a culture of responsible innovation,’ John Lee says
· Oscar Liu
Half Of US Data Centers Scheduled To Start In 2026, Will Be Canceled Or Delayed
Just over two years ago, we first penned our views on "The Next AI Trade", which looked beyond the hyperscalers and the data centers supporting the AI revolution, and instead focused on the energy and logistical needs that would be so very critical in allowing the US to dominate China in the existential race to firs…
· Tyler Durden
S. Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in Southeast Asia
South Korea will carry out pilot projects to test smart city technologies based on artificial intelligence in five Southeast Asian countries, aimed at helping address urban challenges and support domestic firms' global expansions, the land ministry said Monday.
· Yonhap
S. Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in Southeast Asia
SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will carry out pilot projects to test smart city technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI) in five Southeast Asian countries, aimed at helping address urban challenges and support domestic firms' global expansions, the land ministry said Monday.
· Chang Dong-woo
‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Episode 1 Ending Explained: Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Breaks Down That Wild Apple Scene With Zendaya’s Rue
The Euphoria Season 3 premiere on HBO ends with Ruby “Rue” Bennett (Zendaya) putting her faith in God and Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje).
· Meghan O'Keefe
‘Euphoria’ actor breaks down Zendaya’s heart-pounding apple scene in Season 3 premiere
Warning: Spoilers ahead! Do not proceed unless you’ve watched the “Euphoria” Season 3 premiere.
· Lauren Sarner
LG Energy targets 50% productivity gain by 2028 on AI push
LG Energy Solution Ltd., South Korea's leading battery maker, said Monday it aims to boost productivity across its operations by 50 percent by 2028 through artificial intelligence transformation.
· Yonhap
Orban ousted after 16 years as Hungarians flock to pro-EU rival
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· gdecastro0289
Bernie Sanders warns ‘worst is yet to come’ in rallying cry against billionaires
US senator appears at Manhattan rally alongside New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, who cautioned that AI is ‘coming for human jobs’
· Michael Sainato
LG Energy targets 50 pct productivity gain by 2028 on AI push
SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- LG Energy Solution Ltd., South Korea's leading battery maker, said Monday it aims to boost productivity across its operations by 50 percent by 2028 through artificial intelligence transformation (AX).
· Choi Kyong-ae
High Court releases names of Israeli brothers indicted for selling AI-generated info. to Iran
Following a Walla request, a High Court of Justice judge permitted the publication of the names of two brothers who were indicted for conducting espionage on behalf of Iranian agents.
· EFRAT PORSHER
Can AI replace a priest? Japan’s temples are testing the limits.
At Ganshuji temple in the coastal city of Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, resident monk Souou Iwayama has made a practice of change.
· Alex K.t. Martin
UK regulators rushing to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model: report
British financial regulators are holding urgent talks with the government’s cyber security agency and major banks to assess risks posed by the latest artificial intelligence model from Anthropic, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
· Reuters
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· The Associated Press
Toyota unveils new version of basketball-shooting AI robot
Toyota's latest CUE7 humanoid robot sets up to shoot a free throw at Toyota Arena Tokyo on April 12. (Photo by Munemasa Horio)
· Staff Writer
Futuristic AI ‘grape ripeness detector’ could overhaul wine industry
Scientists have created an AI-powered “grape ripeness detector” designed to make wine production more efficient, combining the use of technology with vineyard expertise in pursuit of the best wine for consumers.
· Fox News
The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial
In both Republican and Democratic states, scepticism and hostility towards an unregulated construction boom is growing
· Editorial