China Accuses Nvidia of Anti-Monopoly Breach Amid Rising US Trade Tensions China has accused US chipmaker Nvidia of breaching its anti-monopoly laws, escalating ongoing trade tensions between Beijing and Washington. The move follows a preliminary investigation by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), just as the two countries hold sensitive trade talks in Madrid—where semiconductors are a key topic. The regulator did not disclose specific details about Nvidia’s alleged violations but warned that its investigation is ongoing. Under Chinese law, companies found guilty of monopolistic behaviour can face fines of up to 10% of their annual revenue. This development…
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UK to Mass Produce Ukrainian Interceptor Drones for Defence Against Russian Attacks Britain has announced plans to begin mass production of Ukrainian-designed interceptor drones. The initiative aims to strengthen Ukraine’s ability to defend against incoming Russian missiles and one-way attack drones. The joint effort between the UK and Ukraine is designed to provide a large volume of cost-effective defence tools. According to the British government, the drones will cost less than 10% of the value of the targets they are intended to intercept. The project aims to produce thousands of these drones each month, offering a scalable solution to support…
Tackling Food Waste: Turning a Global Crisis into Economic Opportunity In 2015, world leaders committed to halving food waste by 2030. At that time, around one-third of all food produced globally was being lost. A decade later, despite numerous campaigns and pledges, the number remains largely unchanged. Whether in rich or poor countries, food waste continues at the same alarming level—an example of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals falling short. Each year, roughly 1.6 billion tons of food is wasted. This amount could feed two billion people, more than twice the number who currently suffer from hunger. Furthermore, food waste…
India Cancels Grid Access for 17 GW of Delayed Clean Energy Projects India has cancelled grid connectivity for nearly 17 gigawatts (GW) of delayed clean energy projects, aiming to prioritise operational and soon-to-be-completed projects. This move, taken by the Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd (CTUIL), is part of a broader strategy to ensure more reliable power supply as demand surges across the country. According to documents reviewed by Reuters and a source familiar with the matter, companies including Adani Green Energy, ReNew Power, NTPC, Avaada Group, JSW Energy, and ACME Solar were notified of the cancellations. These projects were…
Putin Urges Aerospace Industry to Advance Rocket Engines and Aviation Projects President Vladimir Putin has called on Russia’s aerospace industry to accelerate the development of booster rocket engines and strengthen the country’s position in global space technology. Speaking in Samara during a visit to the Kuznetsov aircraft engine manufacturing plant, Putin emphasised the need to renew production capacity while remaining competitive in world markets. Quoting Russian news agencies, Putin said it was crucial not only to meet Russia’s current and future needs but also to ensure success internationally. He stressed that Russia remained a major force in aerospace development, with…
Trump Meets Intel CEO After Resignation Demand US President Donald Trump has met with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, just days after calling for his resignation over alleged conflicts of interest. Despite the recent tensions, Trump praised Tan and described their meeting as “a very interesting one.” Following the news, Intel shares rose 3% in extended trading. Praise After Public Criticism Last week, Trump demanded Tan’s immediate resignation, accusing him of being “highly conflicted” due to his investments in hundreds of Chinese companies, including some reportedly linked to China’s military. Reuters reported in April that such investments are not illegal unless…
Trump Signals Possible Nvidia AI Chip Sales to China US President Donald Trump has suggested he may allow Nvidia to sell a reduced-performance version of its next-generation Blackwell GPU chip to China. The proposal comes despite strong opposition in Washington from policymakers who fear China could use US artificial intelligence technology to enhance its military capabilities. Critics warn the move could provide Beijing with more advanced computing power, even as the US and China continue their battle for technological dominance. Scaled-Down Blackwell Chips Proposed Speaking to reporters, Trump referred to discussions with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, suggesting the new Blackwell…
Nvidia and AMD to Give US Government 15% of China Chip Sales Revenue Nvidia and AMD have agreed to hand over 15% of revenue from sales of advanced computer chips to China, including Nvidia’s H20 model, a US official told Reuters on Sunday. The arrangement covers chips designed for artificial intelligence applications and comes as part of new export licence conditions. Export Restrictions and Licence Approvals on Nvidia and AMD The administration of US President Donald Trump halted sales of H20 chips to China in April, citing export controls. Last month, Nvidia said US authorities had approved the resumption of…
Shenzhou-20 Crew Advances Science and Technology Work Aboard Tiangong Space Station The Shenzhou-20 crew aboard China’s Tiangong space station has completed a wide range of tasks over the past week, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). Their activities included unpacking new extravehicular spacesuits, progressing multiple scientific experiments, and conducting important technical tests. Upgraded Extravehicular Suits and Maintenance Work Astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui, and Wang Jie entered Tiangong on 25 April this year. Last week, they unpacked two new extravehicular spacesuits — designated D and E — delivered by the Tianzhou-9 cargo craft. The crew carried out performance…
Apple leads rally with $100 billion U.S. investment U.S. stock index futures rose on Thursday, boosted by a tech-led rally and signs that major firms may avoid the impact of President Donald Trump’s latest semiconductor tariffs. Apple shares surged 2.9% in premarket trading, after gaining 5.1% the previous day. The gains followed Trump’s announcement that Apple will invest an additional $100 billion in the U.S., raising its total domestic commitment to $600 billion over four years. Trump also introduced a 100% tariff on semiconductor imports. However, the tariffs will not affect companies that manufacture or plan to manufacture in the…
