France and US Plan Second Joint Satellite Mission to Boost Space Defence France and the United States are preparing a second joint mission to carry out coordinated satellite manoeuvres in orbit. The plan reflects a wider effort to strengthen allied intelligence and defence in space, as China increases its military presence beyond Earth, a senior US general revealed. This will mark the Pentagon’s third known space mission with an ally. The first was conducted last year with France, while another with the UK took place earlier this month. These operations are designed to improve coordination between nations and sharpen satellite…
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China Deploys Giant Antenna in Race for Critical Minerals Hidden in the rugged granite landscapes of central China stands one of the largest antennas ever built. Stretching across an area five times the size of New York City, this 500-kilowatt electromagnetic installation was originally designed for submarine communication. Today, it has become a symbol of China’s growing dominance in the search for critical minerals. Driving the Global Hunt for Green Tech Metals As the world races to secure vital resources for renewable energy and green technologies, China has taken a commanding lead. Lithium, cobalt and rare earths are essential for…
Judge Backs $1.5 Billion Anthropic Copyright Settlement A federal judge in California has preliminarily approved a landmark $1.5 billion settlement in a copyright class action brought by authors against artificial intelligence company Anthropic. The case marks the first major resolution among a wave of lawsuits accusing tech firms of misusing copyrighted works to train AI systems. U.S. District Judge William Alsup called the proposed deal fair during a Thursday hearing, according to the authors’ representatives. Final approval will depend on notifying affected authors and allowing them to file claims. Authors Hail a Step Toward Accountability The lawsuit was filed last…
Microsoft Cuts Israeli Military Access to Some Cloud Services After Surveillance Probe Microsoft announced on Thursday that it has disabled certain services used by an Israeli military unit after preliminary findings confirmed parts of a media investigation into mass surveillance of Palestinian phone calls. A joint investigation published in August by the Guardian, +972 Magazine, and Local Call alleged that Israel’s military agency had been using Microsoft’s Azure platform to store large volumes of mobile phone call recordings from Palestinians in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. Microsoft Confirms Evidence, Acts on Services Microsoft President Brad Smith said in a…
India to Set Up Nuclear Liability Fund to Boost Private and Foreign Investment India is preparing to establish a nuclear liability fund aimed at covering accident compensation beyond the current cap of ₹15 billion ($169 million) for plant operators. This move is designed to address concerns about risk-sharing among global suppliers and private companies, according to two government sources. The planned fund is part of a broader strategy to attract investment into India’s nuclear sector. It aligns the country’s compensation system with international standards, making the industry more appealing to foreign and private investors. Proposed Bill to Overhaul Nuclear Liability…
Rising H-1B Visa Fees Could Deepen US Doctor Shortages, Say Healthcare Groups US healthcare groups are voicing strong concern over a proposal by the Trump administration to raise fees for H-1B visas, a move they fear could worsen existing doctor shortages. The Department of Homeland Security is reviewing changes that could push application fees as high as $100,000—far above the current maximum of $4,500. The H-1B visa programme allows US employers to hire foreign professionals in fields such as medicine, technology, engineering, and academia. The healthcare sector relies heavily on these visas to recruit international medical graduates and other foreign-trained…
Asset Managers Rush to Launch New Crypto ETFs Amid Regulatory Shift Asset managers are racing to launch cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs), driven by growing interest in digital assets and a shift in US regulatory policy. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently eased listing standards, simplifying the process for new ETFs tied to a wider range of cryptocurrencies. These new rules are expected to increase demand for ETFs linked to coins such as solana and dogecoin, beyond the more established bitcoin and ethereum. ETFs based on bitcoin and ethereum began trading in 2024, but under more restrictive guidelines. There…
NASA Prepares for Artemis 2 Moon Mission with Potential Early Launch NASA officials have confirmed that Artemis 2, the agency’s first crewed mission under the Artemis programme, is on track for launch in April 2026. There is also a possibility the mission could be moved forward to February, depending on the readiness of key systems. The Artemis programme represents the US flagship effort to return humans to the moon. It consists of a series of high-profile missions, backed by billions in funding. This initiative also reflects the growing space race, with China aiming to land astronauts on the moon by…
Cochin Shipyard Boosts ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ with Korea’s HD KSOE Partnership Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE), marking a key step towards self-reliance in India’s maritime sector. The MoU was formalised during the “Samudra se Samriddhi – Transforming India’s Maritime Sector” event, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 20 September 2025 in Bhavnagar, Gujarat. This strategic partnership aims to blend CSL’s infrastructure and domestic experience with HD KSOE’s advanced global shipbuilding technologies. It will enhance CSL’s capability to construct large vessels, including Suezmax tankers, container…
Turkey Eyes Major Boeing and Lockheed Purchases Ahead of Washington Talks Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is preparing to finalise large-scale purchases of Boeing airliners and Lockheed Martin fighter jets, according to Bloomberg News. The reported deals could involve hundreds of aircraft, alongside more than $10 billion in local production agreements. Approval from US President Donald Trump will be required before any deal moves forward. Neither the White House, Boeing, nor Lockheed Martin provided immediate comment. Turkey’s Defence Ministry also declined to respond. Strategic Timing Ahead of US-Turkey Meeting The reported plans come just days before Erdogan’s scheduled meeting with Trump…
