Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
BTS member V (Kim Taehyung) has been targeted with alarming death threats, including mentions of acid attacks, reportedly from solo stans of fellow members Jimin and Jungkook. The threats escalated during the group's ARIRANG World Tour, prompting ARMY to demand HYBE ensure artist safety. Fans have launched a 'protect Taehyung' campaign and the main account behind the threats was suspended on X.
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Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The ASEAN Cup is emerging as a crucial proving ground for Southeast Asian teams aiming to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Nations like Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia are leveraging the tournament to test new tactics and develop young talent. With the World Cup expanding to 48 teams, regional federations see a historic opportunity. This article examines the strategies, key players, and challenges shaping their early campaigns.
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Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Several major AI companies signed an open letter urging the US government not to impose broad restrictions on open-weight models, as Washington considers responding to allegations that Chinese AI labs are stealing intellectual property. The letter emphasizes that techniques like distillation are standard and should not be conflated with misappropriation. It also highlights the role of open models in cybersecurity, after a recent OpenAI incident underscored the risks of closed systems. The debate has created a divide between open-model advocates and companies like OpenAI and Anthropic, which favor targeted legal frameworks.
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Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
In response to growing frustration over forced AI integration, librarians in Maine and Philadelphia have launched viral 'Avoiding AI' workshops. These sessions teach attendees how to disable AI features on their devices, from Apple Intelligence to Google AI summaries. The workshops reflect a broader demand for digital autonomy and skepticism toward big tech.
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Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Prentis, an AI research lab co-founded by Reid Hoffman, Mark Pincus, and Ritankar Das, is raising $100 million at a $1 billion valuation. The startup develops AI agents that automate office workflows by controlling computers. It has already secured contracts worth up to $50 million and claims its model outperforms GPT-5.4 and Claude Opus 4.6.
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Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
French robotics startup Genesis AI has unveiled its first AI model, GENE-26.5, alongside a human-like robotic hand capable of intricate tasks such as cooking and solving a Rubik’s Cube. The hand’s five-finger design allows direct data transfer from human movements, while sensor gloves enable real-world data capture. The company, which secured $105 million in seed funding, plans to extend its technology to a full-body general-purpose robot.
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Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
DeepSeek's first external funding round could value the AI startup at $45 billion, with China's Big Fund leading. Tencent and Alibaba are also in talks. The investment highlights China's push for AI self-sufficiency, especially as DeepSeek optimizes its V4 model for Huawei chips.
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Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has initiated its first funding round to establish a valuation benchmark and retain talent amid aggressive poaching. The round is limited, selling up to 3% equity to state-backed investors. Parent company High-Flyer is profitable but chip access remains a constraint.
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Jul 28, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
NetMedia International has announced a comprehensive update to its privacy and cookie policies, aligning with GDPR requirements. The new policies detail how personal data is collected, used, and protected, including enhanced user rights and cookie management options. The update reflects the company's commitment to transparency and security in digital data handling.
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