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• National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat announced increased support for construction technology firms that innovate and apply robotics and automation solutions. • To facilitate adoption, developers and contractors will be provided with a list of certified technology partners for JTC projects. • The initiative aims to bridge the gap between innovation and industry use by helping startups integrate proven solutions after successful testing.

• Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai for the first time in person to promote AI development cooperation. • The event featured high-level international attendees, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Prime Ministers from Cambodia and Thailand. • Xi's push for "AI diplomacy" is a strategic move intended to challenge the current technological dominance of the United States in the sector.

• The July 16 evening brief highlights several major Indian developments, including Sonam Wangchuk's fast and an impending showdown in Parliament. • Key geopolitical and legal issues are under scrutiny, specifically the status of the Indus Waters Treaty and updates regarding Lawrence Bishnoi. • In Maharashtra, ongoing strategic consultations and political realignments are occurring as parties prepare for upcoming elections.

• The Asia Times argues that current development strategies in Asia are too cautious, prioritizing institutional comfort and proven methods over urgent needs. • The author contends that this "responsible" approach results in minimal progress and fails to address the scale of regional challenges. • This shift in perspective is critical because safe bets are insufficient to drive the transformative growth required for Asia's current development moment.

• Tech companies are intensifying security measures to combat rising physical and digital threats targeting AI developers and critical infrastructure. • The urgency is driven by a surge in AI-powered financial crimes, with AI-driven cryptocurrency fraud reaching an estimated $17 billion. • In response to these evolving risks, approximately 73% of global organizations have already integrated AI tools into their own cybersecurity defenses.

• Major AI companies, including OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, launched several new models throughout July 2026. • The industry is shifting focus from the development of larger, more powerful models toward the practical integration of AI into everyday products and business workflows. • This transition signifies a critical move toward widespread commercial adoption and the operationalization of AI tools in professional environments.

• Five European missile manufacturers have signed a letter of intent to establish the Bliksem EXO consortium. • The partnership aims to develop an exoatmospheric interceptor designed to destroy ballistic missiles in space. • This initiative represents a strategic move to enhance Europe's independent missile defense capabilities and security infrastructure.

Exclusive: allowing firms to dodge biodiversity protections by paying into levy will harm nature and economy, say 100 experts in letterThe UK government has been accused of “rushing through” planning changes that could give developers permission to “trash” nature for as little as £1.A letter signed by more than 100 conservationists, scientists, celebrities and businesses, including the actor and writer Stephen Fry and the broadcaster Chris Packham, has urged the incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, to immediately halt the rollout of environmental delivery plans (EDPs). Continue reading...

• ESPN analyzes the USMNT's recent World Cup struggles, questioning whether the team's failures are due to systemic issues or simply a lack of luck. • The piece argues against the common belief that a complete overhaul of U.S. youth development is the only solution to improve international performance. • It highlights the challenge of the U.S. adapting to the global soccer market, where player development and transfer fees operate on a worldwide scale.

• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss current global developments and international stability. • During the visit to UN headquarters, Jaishankar officially launched India's campaign for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2028-29 term. • The campaign emphasizes India's commitment to "Shanti" (peace), highlighting the nation's humanitarian efforts and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stance that the current era should be defined by diplomacy rather than war.

• India saw several key legal developments between July 6 and 12, 2026, featuring significant judgments from the Supreme Court and various High Courts. • Major rulings included the protection of actor Ravi Kishan's personality rights and a decision affirming that Shariat Law cannot override the Child Marriage Prohibition Act. • Other notable updates include the establishment of the National Legal Academy for Advocates and a mandate making ZEE5 accessible for persons with disabilities.

• Zhipu AI, the developer of GLM-5.2, maintained its stability on Monday while other AI-related stocks in Hong Kong and mainland China experienced a broad plunge. • The market downturn significantly impacted the sector, with rival AI firm MiniMax seeing its value slump by nearly 20 per cent. • The decline extended across the broader supply chain, affecting chip designers, materials suppliers, and semiconductor-equipment makers.

• Wall Street investors are preparing for a critical week focused on upcoming consumer and wholesale inflation data to gauge the Federal Reserve's future monetary policy. • Market participants will monitor key economic indicators, including retail sales, industrial production data, and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, alongside major bank earnings. • These reports are vital for determining the central bank's outlook on economic growth and potential interest rate decisions.

Unesco report shows children lost out to servicing debt in 113 countries, with 18 spending five times more on loansMost developing countries spent less on education than they did repaying debt last year, according to the UN, at the same time as global aid to education is predicted to decline by up to 30%.More was spent on servicing foreign debt than on education in 113 developing countries in 2025, according to research by the UN’s culture and education agency, Unesco. In sub-Saharan Africa, countries spent 3.6 times more on debt than education. Continue reading...

• European stock markets rebounded on Thursday, led by a recovery in technology shares driven by renewed demand for artificial intelligence. • The recovery follows the STOXX 600's steepest one-day decline since March, which was triggered by geopolitical instability and U.S. military strikes on Iran. • Spanish equities outperformed regional peers with a 0.9% rise, while oil prices eased despite ongoing tensions following President Trump's statement that negotiations with Tehran had ended.

• Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is developing its own proprietary AI chips to power its artificial intelligence systems, according to a report by Reuters. • The move comes as the company seeks to reduce reliance on external hardware providers to sustain its computational needs. • This development is significant as China faces ongoing U.S. export restrictions on high-end semiconductors, such as those from Nvidia.

• Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is developing its own proprietary AI chip specifically designed for inference, the process where trained models generate user responses. • This hardware push aligns with a major shift in financial strategy, as the company is seeking $7 billion in its first-ever outside funding round. • The upcoming investment round could value DeepSeek between $52 billion and $59 billion, marking a reversal of its previous policy of rejecting external capital.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed lawmakers at the Indonesian Parliament Complex to advocate for inclusive development and accessible technology. • During his speech, Modi called for urgent reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to ensure more representative global governance. • He emphasized the importance of maintaining freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region and urged stronger international cooperation to combat terrorism.

• Chinese AI company DeepSeek is reportedly developing its own proprietary AI chips to reduce reliance on external hardware. • This move represents a major strategic shift for the firm, which is currently regarded as China's leading AI champion. • The development is critical as China faces ongoing U.S. export restrictions on high-end semiconductors, such as those from Nvidia.

• Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is developing its own proprietary AI chip specifically designed for AI inference, according to a Reuters report. • The initiative aims to reduce the company's strategic dependence on hardware provided by industry giants Nvidia and Huawei. • This move is significant as it highlights China's broader push for semiconductor self-sufficiency amidst ongoing global trade restrictions and chip shortages.

• Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is reportedly developing its own proprietary AI chips to reduce reliance on external hardware. • This move coincides with a shift in financial strategy, as the company is seeking its first outside capital through a funding round. • According to Reuters, DeepSeek aims to raise $7 billion, which would value the company between $52 billion and $59 billion.

• Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is reportedly developing its own proprietary AI chips, evidenced by a recent surge in the hiring of chip-design engineers. • The company is shifting its financial strategy by seeking a maiden funding round of US$7 billion, which could value the firm between US$52 billion and US$59 billion. • This move marks a significant departure from DeepSeek's yearslong policy of rejecting external investment to maintain independence.

• Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is reportedly developing its own proprietary AI chips to reduce reliance on external hardware. • This move follows the company's global success with two highly efficient AI models that gained significant attention in Silicon Valley and Washington. • To fund this expansion, DeepSeek is shifting its strategy to accept external capital, with a maiden funding round aiming to raise $7 billion.

• South Korea is developing new legal procedures specifically designed for the seizure and liquidation of cryptocurrency assets. • The amendments aim to formalize how courts execute judgments and establish clearer rules for provisional measures, such as preliminary seizures and injunctions. • These measures are critical to prevent debtors from transferring or hiding digital assets while litigation is ongoing, addressing a significant gap in current enforcement.

• The European Union and its member states are strengthening cybersecurity defenses for themselves and Ukraine to counter relentless cyberattacks. • Ukraine’s State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection is partnering with Spain’s FIAP and Estonia’s e-Governance Academy to modernize government information systems and protect critical infrastructure. • The initiative focuses on expanding cooperation with European agencies, training professionals, and establishing regional cybersecurity centers.

• Voters in Johor will head to the polls on July 11, with Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional competing across all 56 state constituencies to form the next state government. • The election is viewed as a critical test for the partners in the current federal government as they face off in a head-to-head battle for regional control. • Bank Negara Malaysia will announce its Overnight Policy Rate decision this Thursday following the Monetary Policy Committee meeting.

• Scientists at the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) are developing a new solar wind forecasting method to locate the first plasma boundary of the outer heliosphere. • The team is combining this forecasting approach with analytic and numerical heliosphere models to map the region's characteristics. • This research is critical for NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft, which is currently traveling toward this mysterious boundary of the solar system.

• Profile News is providing live, continuous coverage of breaking global developments on Sunday, July 5, 2026. • The reporting focuses on critical political, military, and humanitarian updates from Gaza, Lebanon, Iran, Israel, and the Strait of Hormuz. • This coverage is essential for tracking rapidly evolving tensions and security situations across the Middle East using official sources.