The organization International Rights Advocates has filed a new lawsuit against Apple in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, accusing the company of continuing to integrate minerals linked to armed conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda into its global supply chain. 1. Allegations and Demands Targeted Minerals:  The lawsuit targets four key minerals used in the manufacturing of electronic devices: Cobalt Tin Tantalum Tungsten Human Rights V

The China Manned Space Agency announced today (Tuesday) the successful launch of the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China. This mission marks the first emergency launch operation within the country's manned space program. 1. Launch Details and Emergency Mission Launch and Orbit:  Ten minutes after launch, the spacecraft separated from its Long March-2F Y22  rocket and successfully entered its planned orbit. Emergency Reason:  The

President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing the "Genesis Mission," a national initiative aimed at harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to accelerate research and achieve major scientific breakthroughs. 1. Core Goal and Platform Objective:  To create a platform capable of using AI to gather scientific data from public research, develop new AI models, automate certain research stages, and test new hypotheses. The Central Platform:  The core of the initiativ

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick told Bloomberg News  on Monday evening that President Donald Trump is currently considering whether to allow Nvidia to sell advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips to China. 1. Decision Details and Relevant Chips Decision rests with Trump:  Lutnick reported that Trump is consulting "many different advisors" to make a decision on potential exports. The decision to approve the sale of Nvidia's AI chips (H200)  to China is reportedly u

Huawei is preparing to significantly boost the gaming experience on its smartphones with the launch of the Smart Voice Control feature for gaming. This allows players to execute in-game commands simply by speaking them, eliminating the need to touch the screen—a qualitative leap for mobile gaming enthusiasts. 1. Smart Voice Control Feature for Gaming Mechanism:  The feature operates via Huawei's new Celia AI Assistant . Functionality:  It enables direct voice commands for var

A German team achieved a historic step in space exploration after a satellite successfully managed to reposition itself entirely using Artificial Intelligence, without any human intervention. The experiment, led by researchers at Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg (JMU), represents a pioneering step toward autonomous spacecraft capable of making their own decisions in orbit. Reinforcement Learning and Autonomy The Project:  The achievement is linked to the LeLaR  projec

A Dutch astrophotographer, Cornelis van Zuilen, unveiled a stunning image of the remnants of a star that exploded nearly 8,000 years ago. He succeeded in capturing an exceptional view of the Eastern Veil Nebula, one of the most complex and beautiful supernova remnants in the night sky. Details of the Cosmic Scene Location and Structure:  The delicate structure stretches 2,100 light-years  away in the Cygnus constellation. It appears as an astonishing network of gas and dust f

China successfully launched three new satellites into space today, Wednesday, aboard a Long March-2C carrier rocket. Mission and Satellite Details Launch Time:  The rocket was launched at 12:01 PM (Beijing Time). Launch Site:  The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China. Satellites:  The rocket carried the "Shijian-30A," "Shijian-30B," and "Shijian-30C"  satellites, which successfully entered their planned orbits. Satellite Objective:  These satellites will be prim

The American billionaire Elon Musk mocked his old rival, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, after the latter established a new startup in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Details of the New Company and Musk’s Reaction "Prometheus" Foundation:  The "New York Times" reported that Bezos, along with other figures, founded the AI company "Prometheus." Funding and Staffing:  The startup managed to raise a massive $6.2 billion  in funding and hired over 100 employees, some of whom

The CEO of Alphabet (Google's parent company), Sundar Pichai, has warned against "blind reliance" on everything generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools. Risks of Errors and Lack of Immunity Pichai confirmed in an interview with the BBC that AI models  can make mistakes, cautioning against the "potential risks of an AI bubble  bursting." Cautious Use:  He advised using AI models alongside other tools because they are "not infallible," according to his expression. Blind

In an unprecedented breakthrough, Google has marked a turning point in quantum computing: its Willow quantum chip has successfully run the “Quantum Echoes” algorithm, achieving the world’s first verifiable quantum advantage on actual hardware—not just in simulation or lab trials. According to the research team, the algorithm solved a problem with a verifiable model—surpassing the world’s most powerful classical supercomputers by a factor of 13,000. This technology was utilize

A recent scientific study by La Trobe University has revealed clear genetic differences between male and female brains, raising important questions about the impact of these variations on human behavior and the risk of developing neurological diseases, such such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Hundreds of Genes Behave Differently Differential Gene Activity:  The study indicated that hundreds of genes  show different activity levels in male and female brains. It is believed th

China's Tianwen-1 probe, belonging to the China National Space Administration, successfully documented the flyby of the rare interstellar comet "3I/Atlas" near Mars. This event marks a first of its kind in the history of space exploration. Scientific Significance Rare Comet:  "3I/Atlas" is the third confirmed object  originating from outside our Solar System, following 'Oumuamua (2017) and 2I/Borisov (2019), making it a high-priority target for major global space agencies. Ob

The United Arab Emirates is participating as a Guest of Honor at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, led by Sheikh Diab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and the Martyrs Families Affairs, representing the UAE President. The participation highlights the synergy between UAE smart manufacturing and China's opportunities to develop new quality productive forces. Highlights of "Sidan" Company Exhibits

Huawei Middle East and Africa announced today, Tuesday, from its regional headquarters in Dubai, the launch of a new strategic partnership with the famous Arabic talent show, "The Voice: Ahla Sawt." Partnership Goals and Technological Vision Empowering the New Generation:  The partnership aims to empower the new generation  of Arabic talents and enhance creativity and culture through music and technological innovation, embodying Huawei's global slogan, " Achieve the Impossibl

US President Donald Trump asserted that only American companies should be the beneficiaries of the advanced Artificial Intelligence chips produced by NVIDIA, emphasizing that these technologies will not be available to Chinese or other foreign companies, according to a report by Reuters. Tightening Export Restrictions Exclusive US Access:  Trump's remarks were made during a CBS interview aboard the presidential aircraft. He stated: " We will not let anyone outside the United

The Chinese technology company Xiaomi inaugurated its first factory dedicated to smart home appliances in Wuhan, Hubei Province, central China, last Tuesday. This marks a significant expansion of the tech giant's manufacturing scope beyond smartphones and vehicles. Details of the New Factory The Third Smart Factory:  This new plant focuses on producing air conditioners  and is the company's third large smart factory, following its plants for automobiles and smartphones. Inves

The Chinese state-owned defense industry giant NORINCO (North Industries Group) unveiled a military vehicle in February capable of conducting combat support operations using Artificial Intelligence with minimal human intervention, reaching speeds of 50 kilometers per hour. This vehicle (P60) relies on technology from the company DeepSeek , whose AI model represents the " Crown Jewel " of China's technology sector. Communist Party officials celebrated the release of the autono

In a moment that could change the face of the internet, OpenAI recently launched its new browser, ChatGPT Atlas. It is designed to be more than just a browsing and search platform, but an intelligent, AI-powered gateway that places the user at the heart of an interactive digital experience. The launch is viewed as OpenAI's most ambitious attempt yet to penetrate the core of the internet, posing a direct challenge to tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Apple, who have mono

At a meeting between Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and top Asian clients in Taipei last June, the Singapore-based company Megaspeed stood out, preparing to purchase an estimated $2 billion worth of Nvidia AI technology. Despite being relatively unknown, Megaspeed and its executive, Alice Huang, have recently become a focal point of concern in Washington. Officials at the US Department of Commerce are currently investigating whether Megaspeed, which has close ties to Chinese tech co