Daily archive
15 stories from 9 outlets. Times show when each story first broke, in UTC.
Researchers have developed 'smart' nanoparticles that deliver mRNA directly to tumors, reprogramming immune cells corrupted by cancer. The approach strengthens the body's ability to attack the disease, according to Wired.
#The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to ban social media for children under 13 and restrict technology and AI services for older minors. The proposal aims to enhance online safety for young users.
#Boox announced the Palma 3, a smartphone-sized e-reader with a sleek redesign and stylus support, alongside two new Note models: the Note Air6 C and Note Mini C color E Ink notebooks. The new devices were unveiled on Sept. 15.
Also covered by Mashable Tech, XDA Developers, Android Authority
#Canon's EOS R8 Mark II upgrades the entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera with a fresh design, in-body image stabilization, and improved controls. Reviews note fierce competition from Nikon and Sony.
Also covered by Engadget, TechRadar
#Hong Kong leader John Lee has announced the city's first five-year technology plan, designed to align with China's national strategy. The blueprint outlines priorities for the city's tech development over the next five years.
#In an interview, Alan Chan, managing partner at Hong Kong-based family office Full Vision Capital, discusses the firm's investment strategy aligned with Hong Kong's five-year plan and closer ties to China's economic goals. The firm focuses on opportunities supporting the city's growth.
#ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming has become Asia's richest person, surpassing India's Gautam Adani, as AI-related fortunes surge. His net worth has climbed amid ByteDance's valuation growth, marking a comeback for the TikTok developer.
#Bloomberg reports that Paytm's shares are approaching their initial public offering price for the first time since listing, driven by improved sentiment toward the Indian digital payments pioneer. The recovery marks a significant milestone after a prolonged downturn.
#SK Hynix has agreed with its union to pay half of all profit-sharing bonuses in cash, resolving a dispute that threatened production at the world's second-biggest memory chipmaker.
#Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced plans to almost double the city's spending on innovation in coming years, aligning the financial hub more closely with Beijing's economic priorities. The initiative aims to boost technology and innovation sectors.
#In a Bloomberg video, Meta's CEO expresses preference for using evaluators to assess AI rather than slowing down development. The stance underscores Meta's commitment to rapid AI advancement while managing risks.
#South Korea's deputy prime minister stated that the country must continue advancing artificial intelligence without pause, taking a firm stance in the global debate over AI development pace. The remarks underscore Seoul's commitment to maintaining competitive momentum in AI.
#China's top military diplomat called on countries worldwide to increase AI oversight during a defense forum in Beijing, highlighting growing rivalry with the US over the technology. The remarks underscore escalating concerns about AI's military applications.
#Even as Trump blasts Anthropic's Dario Amodei over his AI slowdown call, both agree on preventing China from catching the US in AI. But limiting China's progress remains difficult in practice, per Bloomberg analysis.
#A study reveals that adult chimpanzees first demonstrate tool use to their infants, then hand over the implements, which the young chimps copy. This teaching behavior provides insight into the evolution of cultural transmission in primates.
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