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Microsoft has announced that it has terminated certain cloud services for the Israeli military following reports that its technology was being used for mass surveillance of Palestinians. In a statement published on the company’s blog, Microsoft President Brad Smith confirmed that services were “ceased and disabled” for a unit within Israel’s Ministry of Defense. The…
The White House says mass layoffs of federal workers will begin within two days if the government shutdown continues, raising fears for nearly 750,000 employees and billions in lost economic output. The shutdown began after Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a spending deal before the deadline, with both sides locked in a bitter blame…
China has introduced a new “K visa” program intended to bring in foreign scientists, engineers, and technology professionals to boost innovation. The visa offers perks like long-term residency and tax incentives to attract talent. However, the plan has sparked criticism among local citizens and online communities. Some argue it could benefit foreign experts while sidelining…
OpenAI has announced that Samsung Electronics and SK hynix are joining its Stargate project, a global effort to expand AI infrastructure. The move will boost memory chip production to meet growing AI demand and support the development of advanced data centers in South Korea. During a meeting in Seoul with President Lee Jae-myung, Samsung’s Jay…
OpenAI has announced the release of Sora 2, its next-generation text-to-video model that promises to push the boundaries of AI-driven content creation. Unlike its predecessor, Sora 2 delivers higher-quality visuals, longer video outputs, and improved control over motion and storytelling. The model is designed to help creators, marketers, and businesses produce realistic video content quickly…
Apple is facing a new lawsuit in the U.S. after being accused of religious discrimination against one of its former employees. The case was filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency that enforces workplace anti-discrimination laws. The lawsuit claims that a manager at Apple’s Reston, Virginia store treated a Jewish employee…
