Xi Jinping to deliver keynote at 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend and address the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference opening in Shanghai on July 17.
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NBC Sports Launches Quiz to Boost Premier League Interest
NBC Sports has launched a shareable, interactive quiz called 'Find Your Match' to capitalize on World Cup interest and spark renewed engagement with the English Premier League.
FrightFest 2026 Lineup Revealed with ‘Nervous’ as Opening Film
Tubi FrightFest, the UK’s largest horror and fantasy film festival, has announced its 27th edition will feature 82 films across five days.
Congo Confirms 2,073 Ebola Cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported that the number of confirmed Ebola cases in the country has risen to 2,073, including 796 deaths as of July 14.
Kazakhstan reports eight forest fires amid heatwave
Kazakhstan recorded eight forest fires on July 15 as an ongoing heatwave increased the risk of wildfires across the country.
Taiwan’s tech suppliers see AI hardware surge
Taiwan’s technology supply chain experienced strong year-over-year revenue growth in June 2026, driven by AI server infrastructure suppliers.
West Bank school students protest demolition
Students and teachers at a primary school in the Israeli-occupied West Bank demonstrated on July 15 against its expected demolition by Israeli forces.
Senegal’s ‘plastic man’ raises awareness on plastic pollution
In Senegal, activist Modou Fall wears outfits made from discarded plastic waste to highlight the scale of environmental challenges and urge authorities to enforce protection laws.
Shopkeepers urged to adhere to official prices
Assistant Commissioner Sarai Naurang, Lakki Marwat visited the bazaar to remind shopkeepers of price regulations and protect consumer rights.
Cadence launches AI platform for PCB and package design
Cadence has introduced AuraStack AI Super Agent on Allegro AI Studio, the world's first agentic AI platform for printed circuit board (PCB) and advanced packaging design.
TSMC forecasts 2026 revenue growth above 40% due to AI demand
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) expects revenue growth in 2026 to exceed 40%, driven by strong artificial intelligence demand from cloud giants, according to its July 16 earnings conference.
We are confident that the demand for our advanced process technologies remains robust.
C.C. Wei, TSMC chairman
Apple Intelligence clears key China milestone
Apple Intelligence has passed a significant regulatory hurdle in China, paving the way for the launch of generative AI features on iPhones for mainland users after a lengthy delay.
TSMC invests US$100 billion in US capacity
TSMC chairman C.C. Wei announced the company will invest US$100 billion in expanding its capacity in the United States to meet long-term growth in semiconductor demand.
To address structural long-term growth in semiconductor demand, TSMC works closely with customers – and their customers – to jointly plan future capacity.
C.C. Wei, TSMC chairman
DeepSeek prepares for $70bn valuation and Shanghai IPO
DeepSeek, an artificial intelligence startup based in China, is preparing a new fundraising round and considering a possible listing on the Shanghai stock exchange as it seeks to address rising computing costs.
Taiwan OSATs expand non-China capacity amid AI boom
Taiwan's semiconductor packaging and testing firms are expanding their overseas capacity beyond China to strengthen supply-chain resilience, driven by increased demand for semiconductors in the AI sector.
Taiwan AI server makers see fastest revenue growth in June
Taiwanese suppliers linked to the AI server market reported broad revenue growth in June, with rail-kit and server-chassis manufacturers experiencing the highest year-over-year gains due to increased demand for rack-scale systems.
TSMC CEO dismisses rivals’ threats and profit margin concerns
TSMC Chairman and CEO C.C. Wei has dismissed concerns that rival packaging technologies pose a threat to TSMC's advanced business, stating the company will not exploit its market dominance for excessive profits.
TSMC will not squeeze its customers.
C.C. Wei, TSMC Chairman and CEO
Sialkot launches modern electric bus service
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched a modern electric bus service in Sialkot to enhance public transport.
Arundhati Roy discusses Beatles, AI in London Indian Film Festival
Booker Prize-winning author Arundhati Roy spoke about the unauthorized use of Beatles songs, artificial intelligence's impact on cinema, and independent filmmaking’s handmade aesthetic at a Q&A event following the U.K. premiere of a film’s 4K restoration during the London Indian Film Festival on July 15.
US and Chinese officials to attend ASEAN meetings in Manila
The Philippine foreign ministry has confirmed that US State Secretary Marco Rubio and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi will attend next week’s ASEAN and related meetings in Manila.
PSX gains as oil stabilizes, earnings season in focus
Brokers reported increased activity at the Pakistan Stock Exchange on Friday, April 4, 2025, following stabilization in oil prices and investor attention turning to upcoming corporate earnings reports.
Canadian wildfire smoke degrades Toronto air quality
Toronto recorded among the worst air quality of all major cities worldwide on Wednesday as thick smoke from wildfires in Ontario blanketed its skyline and drifted into the US, prompting health warnings.
Iranian oil tankers head towards Karachi
Tankers carrying Iranian oil have been observed sailing near the Strait of Hormuz, indicating potential delivery to Karachi port amid ongoing tensions with the U.S. and Israel.
Telenor misses second-quarter earnings targets
Norway’s leading telecom operator Telenor reported second-quarter core earnings below analysts' expectations due to tough year-on-year comparisons, increased infrastructure costs and macroeconomic challenges in Bangladesh.
Government vows enhanced security for Reko Diq mine
The government has pledged to boost security measures around the proposed Reko Diq copper mine in Balochistan, following recent terror attacks.
PVARA seeks Shariah guidance on crypto assets
The Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (PVARA) has requested seminary guidance to distinguish between cryptocurrencies and digital tokens under Shariah law.
Actor Hal Williams, known for ‘227’ and ‘Sanford and Son’, passes away at 91
Hal Williams, a veteran actor famous for his roles in American sitcoms such as '227' and 'Sanford and Son', has died at the age of 91.
Apple reportedly explores AI chip acquisitions
Apple is exploring acquisitions of semiconductor companies to accelerate development of AI server chips, according to The Information.
US launches missile strike near Tehran following tanker incident
The US has fired a missile at a Curaçao-flagged oil tanker's funnel, claiming the ship ignored multiple warnings while heading towards Kharg Island, Iran’s main oil export terminal in the Persian Gulf.
Nvidia CEO stresses AI agents as tools
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has stated that AI agents should be treated as tools, not humanlike beings, in a recent conversation with LangChain founder Harrison Chase.
AI agents should be treated as tools, not as humanlike beings.
Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO