TSMC Focus Shifts to US Amid Tariff Concerns Taiwan’s TSMC is reportedly considering delaying its chip plant project in Japan to focus on expanding operations in the United States. The move aims to avoid tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, according to the Wall Street Journal. The report suggests that prioritising US operations would help TSMC mitigate the impact of new tariffs while maintaining supply to key customers in the country. TSMC is a critical player in the global semiconductor industry, producing advanced chips for leading technology firms worldwide. However, the company has stated that its investment plans in…
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Largest Data Breach in Australia in Years Qantas has suffered a major cyberattack, marking Australia’s biggest data breach in years. The airline confirmed on Wednesday that a hacker broke into a third-party customer service platform, gaining access to the personal information of around six million customers. The stolen data includes names, email addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, and frequent flyer numbers. The airline detected unusual activity on the platform and acted immediately to contain the breach. Qantas did not reveal the location of the targeted call centre or specify which customers were affected. “We are continuing to investigate the proportion…
African Scientists Extract Two-Million-Year-Old Proteins in Historic First In a scientific first, African researchers have successfully extracted two-million-year-old enamel proteins from fossilised teeth in South Africa. This breakthrough has revealed rare biological details about Paranthropus robustus, an extinct species that lived alongside early humans. The fossils were found at the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Johannesburg. This site is the world’s richest source of hominin remains, thanks to the region’s unique geology which helped preserve these ancient fossils. Unlocking Ancient Secrets with Enamel Proteins The research team used palaeoproteomics, a technique that studies ancient proteins that…
Tata Motors Remains Calm Amid Rare-Earth Curbs, Explores Alternative Supply Sources Tata Motors, the parent company of luxury carmaker Jaguar Land Rover, announced on Tuesday that it is actively seeking alternative sources for rare-earth magnets but has not been forced into urgent action despite China’s export restrictions. Supply Chain Holds Steady for Now Chief Financial Officer PB Balaji stated at an event in Mumbai that Tata Motors is not currently facing production issues due to the export curbs. “There’s no panic because we believe the supplies are coming through. There’s no production curtailment. Nothing is being planned at this point…
Nvidia Makes First Appearance at Chinese Trade Event Nvidia, the US chipmaker and global leader in artificial intelligence hardware, will attend a major supply chain exhibition in Beijing this July. According to Chinese state broadcaster CCTV, this marks the first time Nvidia will participate in the China International Supply Chain Expo. The event will run from 16 to 20 July and is expected to host more than 230 new companies, both Chinese and international. Strategic Presence Despite Regulatory Pressures Nvidia’s attendance comes as it faces challenges in the Chinese market. Ongoing US export restrictions are limiting the company’s ability to…
NASA Delays ISS Mission Over Russian Segment Air Leak Concerns NASA has postponed a four-person crew mission to the International Space Station (ISS) due to concerns about air leaks in its Russian section. The decision was made after new pressure issues were found in the Zvezda Service Module, a key component that has experienced recurring leaks. New Pressure Issues Discovered The US space agency is working closely with Roscosmos, Russia’s space agency, to understand a fresh pressure pattern. This was detected by cosmonauts inside the Zvezda module, which has been part of the ISS for over 20 years. In recent…
Starlink Seeks Approval for Satellite Network in Southwestern Switzerland Starlink, the satellite internet service led by Elon Musk, has applied to launch operations in southwestern Switzerland. The Swiss Federal Office of Communications (BAKOM) confirmed the application on Tuesday. Plan for 40 Antennas in Leuk Submitted According to Swiss newspaper Le Nouvelliste, Starlink submitted its application earlier this summer. The plan includes setting up 40 satellite antennas in the municipality of Leuk. The proposal represents a significant step towards expanding Starlink’s European coverage. A BAKOM spokesperson stated that discussions with Starlink are ongoing. However, the timeline and specifics of the potential…
Russia Plans State-Backed Messaging App Integrated With Government Services Russian lawmakers have voted in favour of developing a national messaging app deeply connected to government services. The move aims to reduce Russia’s reliance on foreign platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram, advancing the country’s goal of achieving “digital sovereignty.” Russian Messaging App to Reduce Dependence on Foreign Technology Following the departure of several Western tech companies from Russia after the February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has intensified its efforts to promote home-grown digital alternatives. The proposed messaging app forms a key part of this broader push. Anton Gorelkin, deputy head…
Hyundai’s Rare Earths Stockpile Shields It from China Export Curbs Hyundai Motor has built up a stockpile of rare earth materials sufficient to last about one year, positioning itself to weather ongoing global supply disruptions caused by China’s recent export restrictions. A person who attended a private investor call shared this information, indicating that the automaker is well-prepared compared to many of its global competitors. Hyundai’s Preparedness Amid Global Supply Chain Strains China’s April decision to tighten controls on the export of rare earths and related magnets has sent shockwaves through industries worldwide. These materials are vital for electric vehicle…
New Generation Tidal Power Plant in Zhejiang, China China is making significant progress in marine energy, especially tidal energy. In Zhejiang Province, engineers have developed two major projects: an intelligent tidal power plant and the world’s first tidal current station using homegrown megawatt-scale generators. The Jiangxia Tidal Power Station in Wenling City is leading this innovation. Technicians are currently installing the final set of advanced control hardware across six generators, five sluices, and other shared systems. This upgrade is a key step in building a self-decision-making system. Once the hardware is in place, work will begin on the software platform…
