7.3 Earthquake Strikes China’s Taiwan Region, Causing Fatalities and Widespread Damage
A powerful 7.3 earthquake hits China’s Taiwan region, causing nine deaths, injuries, and extensive power outages across Hualien County.
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George Carlin Estate Settles AI-Generated Comedy Dispute with Podcasters
The George Carlin estate has settled a lawsuit with podcasters over an AI-created comedy special mimicking the late comedian’s style. The settlement mandates removal and future restrictions.
Gaming Industry Growth Slows as Playtime Declines and Consolidation Soars
PC and console gaming revenues are set to grow below pre-pandemic levels through 2026 as gamers play less, leading to industry consolidation.
Intel Faces $7 Billion Loss in 2023 Foundry Operations Amid TSMC Competition
Intel reports a $7 billion operating loss for its chip-making unit in 2023 as it battles to regain its technological edge against competitors like TSMC, planning significant investments to turn around by 2027.
Shanghai Expands 5G-A Powered Autonomous Driving Tests Across 2,000 km of Roads
Shanghai accelerates autonomous driving development with 5G-A technology, expanding test roads to over 2,000 kilometers and attracting numerous companies and vehicles for advanced testing.
Kobayashi Pharma Scandal Impacts Over 33,000 Japanese Firms
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s red yeast rice products have been linked to health issues, potentially impacting over 33,000 businesses in Japan, including retailers and medical enterprises.
White House Commits NASA to Establish Lunar Time Standard by 2026
The White House has mandated NASA to develop Coordinated Lunar Time by 2026, aiming to set international space norms and support the Artemis moon missions.
China’s Long March-2D Successfully Launches Yaogan-42 01 Satellite
China’s Long March-2D rocket successfully launched the Yaogan-42 01 remote sensing satellite from Xichang Satellite Launch Center, marking the 515th mission of the series.
China Unveils Ambitious Roadmap for a Data-Driven Future
China’s National Data Work Conference charts an ambitious strategy to enhance data infrastructure, promote data sharing, and advance AI through pilot projects.
Beijing Launches Robotics Industrial Park to Drive Tech Innovation
Beijing begins construction on a new robotics industrial park in Changping District, aiming to boost tech innovation and support robotics enterprises by 2026.