[2026-04-13 16:41 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: LG Energy Solution chief eyes 50% productivity boost with AI

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10716093

[2026-04-13 16:41 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Photo News] Spotlight on LG Guggenheim Award winner

Snippet: A celebratory video for Trevor Paglen, winner of the LG Guggenheim Award, is displayed on an LG screen at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul on Monday. LG Electronics said the video will run for five weeks, alongside screenings at Times Square in New York and Piccadilly Circus in London. Paglen is the fourth artist to be recognized under the LG Guggenheim Art and Technology Initiative, a five-year collaboration to support artists working at the intersection of art and technology.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10716092

[2026-04-13 15:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: China gains from Iran war as global energy interest turns away from fossil fuels

Snippet: FILE- Gao Huan, CTO of CATL’s China E-car Business, introduces the latest Freevoy Super Hybrid Battery from Chinese battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) in Beijing, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-middle-east-war-energy-asia-china-05d198d6e8dc99d0209dddfff26ae52a

[2026-04-13 15:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea trims, refocuses EDCF with W9tr plan

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715959

[2026-04-13 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: BOK calls for introduction of circuit breakers for crypto exchanges

Snippet: SEOUL, April 13 (Yonhap) -- The central bank on Monday called for the introduction of mechanisms similar to the bourse operator's circuit breakers for cryptocurrency exchanges, citing the absence of such systems as a key factor behind a recent erroneous payment incident.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413005700320

[2026-04-13 12:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amid fierce global competition, China launches national plan to boost AI education

Snippet: Building nationwide artificial intelligence infrastructure is a central part of the plan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3349832/amid-fierce-global-competition-china-launches-national-plan-boost-ai-education?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:57 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Amid fierce global competition, China launches national plan to boost AI education

Snippet: Building nationwide artificial intelligence infrastructure is a central part of the plan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/policy/article/3349832/amid-fierce-global-competition-china-launches-national-plan-boost-ai-education

[2026-04-13 12:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs

Snippet: ‘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

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349831/hong-kong-bets-36-fold-surge-computing-power-join-top-global-ai-hubs?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 12:43 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong bets on 36-fold surge in computing power to join top global AI hubs

Snippet: ‘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

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349831/hong-kong-bets-36-fold-surge-computing-power-join-top-global-ai-hubs

[2026-04-13 12:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Agoda Reveals Taiwanese and South Koreans are Asia's Top Travel Shoppers

Snippet: SINGAPORE, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda's latest data unveils which Asian travelers have shopping top-of-mind when planning trips. Topping the ranking are travelers from Taiwan and South Korea, with nearly one in four (23%) respondents from each market saying shopping motivated their trips. Travelers from the Philippines (22%), Malaysia (20%) and Japan (15%) round out the top five, with Thailand (14%), Indonesia (12%), India (8%) and Vietnam (7%) completing the ranking.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715868

[2026-04-13 12:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Half Of US Data Centers Scheduled To Start In 2026, Will Be Canceled Or Delayed

Snippet: 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 first reach Artificial General Intelligence (which many have dubbed the next nuclear arms race due to its profound civilizational implications).

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/technology/half-us-data-centers-are-set-be-canceled-or-delayed-2026

[2026-04-13 12:23 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in Southeast Asia

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715779

[2026-04-13 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in Southeast Asia

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413003100320

[2026-04-13 11:43 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: LG Energy targets 50% productivity gain by 2028 on AI push

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715694

[2026-04-13 11:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Connecting the Globe, Empowering Green Energy: China International Battery Fair 2026 Shapes the Next Era of Battery Technology

Snippet: SHENZHEN, China, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 18th China International Battery Fair (CIBF2026) is set to open on May 13–15 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. This year's event is on track to draw more than 3,100 exhibitors from around the world, with both scale and scope hitting new highs.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10715656

[2026-04-13 10:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: LG Energy targets 50 pct productivity gain by 2028 on AI push

Snippet: 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).

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260413003300320

[2026-04-13 09:23 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 100]

Source: 9News

Title: Fuel stations with the highest prices named and shamed in one state's app

Snippet: Property News: Suburbs where house values rose most in the past 12 months.

Read full article: https://www.9news.com.au/national/victoria-news-government-app-to-name-and-shame-petrol-stations/bb4ba147-860b-41ce-86a1-eab684f89cb7

[2026-04-13 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s EV battery king CATL powers up profits while EV makers struggle

Snippet: Consolidation, scale and technology advantages enhance pricing power as firm’s domestic market share hits 18-month high

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3349723/how-chinas-ev-battery-king-catl-powers-profits-while-ev-makers-struggle?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s EV battery king CATL powers up profits while EV makers struggle

Snippet: Consolidation, scale and technology advantages enhance pricing power as firm’s domestic market share hits 18-month high

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-evs/article/3349723/how-chinas-ev-battery-king-catl-powers-profits-while-ev-makers-struggle

[2026-04-13 07:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: IMF warns Strait of Hormuz might never be back to normal

Snippet: The International Monetary Fund warned that the closure and reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz might become the new reality for the waterway, similar to what happened with the Strait of Bab al-Mandeb in the Red Sea.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/business-and-innovation/energy-and-infrastructure/article-892738

[2026-04-13 07:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: What can the IDF learn from Ukraine about emerging Hezbollah FPV threat? - comment

Snippet: Hezbollah has increasingly been using first-person-view (FPV) explosive suicide drones against Israeli forces in Lebanon, and while these technologies and tactics have been emerging in the Levant, they have long been established in the war between Ukraine and Russia. Drone warfare has rapidly evolved in the Russia-Ukraine War, as have countermeasures, providing the Israeli military with an opportunity to preempt greater adoption of FPV drones by the Islamic Regime with best defense practices.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-892770

[2026-04-13 07:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: UK regulators rushing to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model: report

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/business/uk-regulators-rushing-to-assess-risks-of-latest-anthropic-ai-model-report/

[2026-04-13 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Toyota unveils new version of basketball-shooting AI robot

Snippet: Toyota's latest CUE7 humanoid robot sets up to shoot a free throw at Toyota Arena Tokyo on April 12. (Photo by Munemasa Horio)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/toyota-unveils-new-version-of-basketball-shooting-ai-robot

[2026-04-13 05:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: By Sarah Spina-Matthews

Snippet: Sarah Spina-Matthews is a journalist and digital producer with the ABC's national news desk, based in Brisbane.

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/sarah-spina-matthews/13949080

[2026-04-13 05:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Scientists warn of astronomy brain drain after telescope deal is axed

Snippet: Australian access to European Southern Observatory facilities, like Chile's powerful Very Large Telescope (VLT), may soon become limited. (Supplied: A. Trigo/ESO)

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2026-04-13/what-pulling-out-of-the-eso-could-do-to-innovation/106551408

[2026-04-13 04:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Futuristic AI ‘grape ripeness detector’ could overhaul wine industry

Snippet: 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.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/world-news/wine-experts-turn-to-ai-for-industry-overhaul/

[2026-04-13 04:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

Snippet: An elite sheriff’s deputy was allegedly caught swiping on a dating app during a standoff with a suspect following a high-speed chase.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/us-news/riverside-county-cop-caught-on-dating-app-during-fatal-chase/

[2026-04-13 02:42 UTC+10:00] [AI (artificial intelligence)] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Snippet: In both Republican and Democratic states, scepticism and hostility towards an unregulated construction boom is growing

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/12/the-guardian-view-on-ai-politics-us-datacentre-protests-are-a-warning-to-big-tech

[2026-04-13 02:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: How Iran's universities became a target of US-Israeli attacks

Snippet: On 6 April, a blast ripped through Iran's top engineering university. No casualties were reported, but multiple buildings - notably those housing an artificial intelligence centre - were damaged.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/how-irans-universities-became-target-us-israeli-attacks

[2026-04-13 02:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Japan's SoftBank launches unit to develop homegrown AI

Snippet: A SoftBank data center. The company is building more infrastructure in Japan to run artificial intelligence systems. (SoftBank)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/technology/artificial-intelligence/japan-s-softbank-launches-unit-to-develop-homegrown-ai

[2026-04-13 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the .

Snippet: The PostMag Quick CrosswordMonday, 13 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-quick/2026-04-13

[2026-04-13 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Mini Sudoku.

Snippet: Mini SudokuMonday, 13 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/mini-sudoku/2026-04-13

[2026-04-13 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including the SCMP Cryptic Crossword.

Snippet: The SCMP Cryptic CrosswordMonday, 13 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/crosswords-cryptic/2026-04-13

[2026-04-13 02:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Download the South China Morning Post app for full access to SCMP Games, including Word Search.

Snippet: Word SearchMonday, 13 Aprilloading

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/games/word-search/2026-04-13

[2026-04-13 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Globe promotes safer digital spaces for North Luzon youth

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/13/tmt-newswire/globe-promotes-safer-digital-spaces-for-north-luzon-youth/2318601

[2026-04-13 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip It: ‘The Audacity’ On AMC, About A Desperate Silicon Valley Tech Bro And The Unethical Therapist He Blackmails

Snippet: During the first episode of the new AMC dramedy The Audacity, we kept asking ourselves why we would want to spend time with more tech bro a-holes. We already laughed at them in Silicon Valley and got annoyed at them in shows like WeCrashed and Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/04/12/the-audacity-amc-review/

[2026-04-13 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: UN clearing a path for AI governance

Snippet: WITH little fanfare, the United Nations has assembled a team of 40 leading experts from different backgrounds to assess how artificial intelligence is transforming modern life and establish the framework to ensure that the transformation aligns with ethical and societal values.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/13/opinion/editorial/un-clearing-a-path-for-ai-governance/2318675

[2026-04-13 01:02 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Preventing PTSD in real time: AI-powered first-aid app available in English, Hebrew, and Arabic

Snippet: While physical first-aid kits are a staple in many homes and vehicles, the “psychological golden hour” following a traumatic event often goes untreated.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/mind-and-spirit/article-892715

[2026-04-13 00:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong, mainland China sign ‘milestone’ MOU on promoting digital economy

Snippet: Memorandum of understanding covers topics including AI promotion, cross-boundary data flow and blockchain

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349815/hong-kong-mainland-china-sign-milestone-mou-promoting-digital-economy?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-13 00:18 UTC+10:00] [MOU] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong, mainland China sign ‘milestone’ MOU on promoting digital economy

Snippet: Memorandum of understanding covers topics including AI promotion, cross-boundary data flow and blockchain

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349815/hong-kong-mainland-china-sign-milestone-mou-promoting-digital-economy

[2026-04-13 00:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Riders claim popular taxi app is sneakily scamming customers: ‘Thought it was an honest mistake’

Snippet: If you’ve ever called an Uber, Lyft or a taxi during rush hour or after a late night out, you know all too well how expensive the ride could be.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/04/12/lifestyle/riders-claim-curb-app-is-scamming-customers/

[2026-04-12 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Jerusalem Post

Title: Drone tech's impact on warfare: From tactical drones to high-precision missiles

Snippet: In a recent podcast episode, Menahem Landau, a prominent figure in the defense technology sector, shared his expert insights on the rapidly evolving landscape of military technology.

Read full article: https://www.jpost.com/podcast/jpost-podcast/article-892706

[2026-04-12 22:41 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: How Iran's universities became a target of US-Israeli attacks

Snippet: On 6 April, a blast ripped through Iran's top engineering university. No casualties were reported, but multiple buildings - notably those housing an artificial intelligence centre - were damaged.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/how-iran-universities-became-target-us-israeli-attacks

[2026-04-12 22:25 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Progress hailed as Hong Kong, Shanghai link digital authentication systems

Snippet: Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349811/progress-hailed-hong-kong-shanghai-link-digital-authentication-systems?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-04-12 22:25 UTC+10:00] [AI] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Progress hailed as Hong Kong, Shanghai link digital authentication systems

Snippet: Push for digital integration has already yielded practical results, Hong Kong official says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3349811/progress-hailed-hong-kong-shanghai-link-digital-authentication-systems

[2026-04-12 22:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Globe spotlights AI-powered energy efficiency at MWC 2026

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Globe has tapped technology to make energy use more efficient, help build a more climate transition-ready digital infrastructure, and expand renewable energy.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/12/business/foreign-business/globe-spotlights-ai-powered-energy-efficiency-at-mwc-2026/2318652

[2026-04-12 22:00 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Dr TikTok: patients diagnose chronic illnesses with anonymous commenters’ help

Snippet: TikTok users increasingly say the app has steered them toward diagnosing medical problems not yet identified

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/apr/12/tiktok-diagnose-cancer-chronic-illnesses-doctors

[2026-04-12 21:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: NYC Ballet dancer shares her experience with hearing loss

Snippet: A dancer with the New York City Ballet is among the first to wear hearing aids onstage, and more people could benefit from the technology. While hearing loss is common in older adults, it can happen at any age. (AP video/Shelby Lum)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/sara-mearns-nyc-ballet-hearing-loss-aids-30eb0e15724ca2feb8b58189208fb7e9

[2026-04-12 21:00 UTC+10:00] [AI (artificial intelligence)] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Is AI the greatest art heist in history?

Snippet: New technologies of reproduction are plundering the art world – and getting away with it

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/apr/12/is-ai-the-greatest-art-heist-in-history

[2026-04-12 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: 'Stop hiring humans'? Silicon Valley confronts AI job panic

Snippet: SAN FRANCISCO — AI industry insiders want workers to code smarter, think harder and lean into their humanity — but still dodge the question of how many jobs artificial intelligence will destroy.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/12/world/stop-hiring-humans-silicon-valley-confronts-ai-job-panic/2318627