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· The Manila Times
Age reversal is the tech world’s holy grail — can AI make it reality?
In this excerpt from “We Are As Gods: A Survival God for the Age of Abundance,” authors Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler explore what it means to be human in a world where technology has granted us seemingly limitless power. If it sometimes seems like humans can play at being God, the real question is how to do …
· Steven Kotler
The Architecture Of Abundance: How Bitcoin Reveals The Truth Of Time And Technology
Authored by Sylvain Saurel via 'In Bitcoin We Trust' Substack,
· Tyler Durden
Here are 3 forces that drove a remarkable, record-setting week on Wall Street
You can call it a comeback. Stocks rocketed to record highs last week on hopes of a peace deal with Iran, with the S & P 500 closing above 7,100 for the first time and the Nasdaq completing its longest-winning stretch since 1992 — 13 days of gains. For the week, the broad-based S & P jumped 4% while the tech-heavy N…
· Morgan Chittum
Bill Maher Slams AI As “Psychopaths” And Rips Tech Leaders On ‘Real Time’: “I Wouldn’t Let These Guys Around My Personal Data”
Bill Maher closed out Friday night’s episode of Real Time with Bill Maher with a fiery “New Rules” segment that took direct aim at artificial intelligence — and the powerful figures behind it.
· Michael Haskoor
Nvidia's once-tight bond with gamers is cracking over AI, 'and that breaks my heart'
For its first 30 years, Nvidia wasn't a household name unless you were a gamer. Now, some of its original fan base feel left behind as artificial intelligence has made the chipmaker the world's most valuable company.
· Katie Tarasov
DOST sees potential of bamboo, agro-forest waste as biomass fuel
AS the nation continues to grapple with the impacts of the current fuel crisis, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is highlighting local innovations that could help ease the country’s reliance on imported fuels.
· The Manila Times
The EU's Digital Gulag Is (Apparently) Ready To Roll
Authored by Nick Corbishley via NakedCapitalism.com,
· Tyler Durden
Huawei retains lead in China smartphone market, Apple shipments surge in first quarter
Apple ranked second in the first quarter with a 19 per cent share, boosted by a 20 per cent surge in shipments, the largest growth among the top six brands
· Coco Feng
Huawei retains lead in China smartphones, Apple shipments surge in first quarter
Apple ranked second in the first quarter with a 19 per cent share, boosted by a 20 per cent surge in shipments, the largest growth among the top six brands
· Coco Feng
Chinese robo-diving suit could help users consume almost 40% less oxygen
Advanced algorithm designed to shadow a diver’s every move could also cut the risk of accidents when undertaking complex underwater tasks
· Zhang Tong
Online abuse is silencing women on a staggering scale – it’s a democratic crisis | Sharon Kechula
The experience of a Kenyan politician who dared to have her babies abroad is far from unique, laws are not enough to make digital spaces safe for women
· Sharon Kechula
AI threatens the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine
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· Angelo Gonzales
SM Supermalls bags top honor at 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards
SM Supermalls continues to raise the bar for customer excellence after being named Organization of the Year at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, one of the region’s most prestigious programs recognizing innovation in business.
· The Manila Times
South Korea’s AI shamans foretell new take on old tradition
The technology, which combines voice recognition with a generative AI chatbot, uses a centuries-old belief system to interpret fates
· Agence France-Presse
South Korea’s AI shamans foretell new take on old tradition
The technology, which combines voice recognition with a generative AI chatbot, uses a centuries-old belief system to interpret fates
· Agence France-Presse
Mid-Atlantic Sportswatch Daily Listings
Pittsburgh at Virginia Tech — ACCNX, ESPN Unlimited
· The Associated Press
Ein Spaziergang mit Dorothee Bär
Gordon Repinski und das POLITICO-Team nehmen Euch mit durch die Hauptstadt - kurz, präzise, hintergründig. Montags bis freitags ab 5 Uhr.
· Gordon Repinski
CBy Claire Campbell
Claire Campbell is a reporter and digital producer working in the ABC's Asia Pacific Newsroom.
As China’s biotech firms shift gears, can AI floor the accelerator?
Chinese biotech firms are striking big global deals as drug makers, but could artificial intelligence take them to the next level?
· Julie Zhang
As China’s biotech firms shift gears, can AI floor the accelerator?
Chinese biotech firms are striking big global deals as drug makers, but could artificial intelligence take them to the next level?
· Julie Zhang
‘Red flag’ recruits: how record US$75 billion ICE expansion led to questionable hiring
ICE agents’ backgrounds and training have come under scrutiny after numerous high-profile incidents in which officers used excessive force
· Associated Press
Hong Kong seen leading Asia in push to scale stablecoins, HSBC says
Interoperability and real-world applications seen as key hurdles as city looks to unlock tokenisation’s full potential
· Yeon Woo Lee
Hong Kong seen leading Asia in push to scale stablecoins, HSBC says
Interoperability and real-world applications seen as key hurdles as city looks to unlock tokenisation’s full potential
· Yeon Woo Lee
Old is new again: Gen alpha takes to old tech with fresh eyes
Isabelle Elliot, 10, looks into the rear of an antique bellows camera. (ABC Great Southern: Mark Bennett)
· Mark Bennett
ByteDance, Tencent step up AI talent battle amid reported departure of DeepSeek researcher
High-profile departures, disputed compensation claims and start-up spin-outs underscore escalating competition for AI engineers
· Minxiao Chang
ByteDance, Tencent step up AI talent battle amid reports of DeepSeek loss
High-profile departures, disputed compensation claims and start-up spin-outs underscore escalating competition for AI engineers
· Minxiao Chang
Big 12 champ Texas Tech has open slots in 2027 after ACC changes prompt 2 cancellations
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Reigning Big 12 champion Texas Tech has open slots on its 2027 football schedule after the cancellations of two nonconference games, the school said Friday.
Tech CEO denies role in $22M kickback scheme as scope of LAUSD corruption becomes clear
A Texas tech executive accused of helping funnel millions out of the Los Angeles Unified School District pleaded not guilty Friday, as prosecutors push forward in what they describe as one of the biggest alleged corruption schemes in district history.
· Daniel Farr
Immersive exhibition brings Japanese folk monsters to life
Across the walls of a room titled “Birthplace of Yokai,” a restless cast of yōkai (monsters), oni (ogres) and tsukumogami (everyday objects given spirit and will) frolic and play as modern technology brings the supernatural realm closer to the human world.
· Alyssa I. Smith
Digital divide grows for thousands of Australians missing out on NBN
Not all Australians are guaranteed access to the NBN, and it's part of the reason for our growing digital divide. (ABC News Graphics: Randi Dahnial)
· Grace Atta
Frustrated parents look to enforce 'ineffective' social media ban
Parents have raised concerns that Snapchat is still listed as recommended for 13-plus age groups in app stores. (Unsplash: Jonas Leupe)
· Fiona Blackwood
Japan to provide Sony with $380m to make image sensors
An image sensor facility being built in Japan's southwestern prefecture of Kumamoto by a Sony chipmaking unit. (Sony Group)
· Staff Writer
This 44% off earbud deal just put your expensive Pro pair on notice
If you’ve been waiting for a reason to ditch your overpriced earbuds, Post Wanted’s Streaming Reporter and resident tech-tester has found it.
· Kendall Cornish
Gavin Newsom hit as wife’s billionaire cousin bankrolls critics Matt Mahan and Steve Hilton
A cousin of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, is throwing his tech fortune behind two of the governor’s biggest critics.
· Annie Gaus
Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz as tankers move towards Strait
Shipping companies have cautiously welcomed Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is open, but said they would require clarification before vessels transit the entry point to the Gulf.
· TOBIAS HOLCMAN, REUTERS
Jerusalem razes Elie Wiesel Plaza for NIS 73m. underground passage to Shaare Zedek
Residents of the Yefeh Nof and Beit Hakerem neighborhoods of Jerusalem near Mount Herzl were dismayed to see that the Elie Wiesel Plaza, south of the light rail station, had been destroyed during the week of Holocaust Remembrance Day.
· JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH
Sinhala and Tamil New Year cultural festival in Gampaha
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was welcomed according to Tamil tradition when she participated in a ceremony held at the Hekitta Sri Sivasubramaniyam Hindu Temple, Wattala on Tuesday (14). The ceremony was held in parallel with the Sinhala and Tamil New Year cultural festival in Gampaha district organised by …
· shanaka
NTT Data to build massive AI data center near Tokyo
NTT Data Group plans to add an AI-focused data center to its expanding portfolio of such facilities in Japan. (Photo by Kosuke Shimizu)
· Staff Writer
Your Taxes: OECD, G20 launch plan to expose untaxed real estate funds and income
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development and the Group of 20 have announced a plan to expose untaxed funds invested in real estate, as well as rental income and capital gains from real estate.
· LEON HARRIS
Your Investments: Can you attain financial freedom in Israel?
As we move from the solemnity of Holocaust remembrance and Israel Memorial day into the celebration of Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, Israelis are reflecting on what independence actually means.
· AARON KATSMAN
Kenyan firm sacks more than 1,000 workers after losing Meta contract
Meta paused work with Sama last month after allegations about staff viewing private scenes filmed by smart glasses
· Robertbooth
Pope condemns use of AI to fuel 'polarization, conflict, fear and violence'
YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon — Pope Leo XIV on Friday warned against the use of AI to fan "polarization, conflict, fear and violence" and criticized the "environmental devastation" caused by the extraction of rare earths to fuel the digital boom.
· Agence France-Presse
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