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India's Position in Global AI Race Amid Massive Investments by Microsoft and Amazon

Microsoft and Amazon plan $50bn+ AI investments in India, spotlighting its strong AI talent but infrastructural and policy gaps. India faces competition from US and China in AI infrastructure and funding.

Trump Signs Executive Order Blocking States from Enforcing Their Own AI Regulations

President Trump’s executive order blocks states from enforcing individual AI laws, favoring a single federal AI regulatory framework supported by tech firms but opposed by states with existing AI rules like California.

US Sanctions Six More Ships Following Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker

The US has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker and sanctioned six more ships carrying oil, targeting President Maduro's regime amid allegations of drug trafficking and illegal oil shipments.

Oracle shares drop following weaker-than-expected AI-driven revenue report

Oracle reported Q4 revenues below analyst expectations despite 14% overall growth and a 68% surge in AI business sales, causing shares to fall more than 10% post-trading.

US sanctions network recruiting Colombian mercenaries for Sudan conflict

The US sanctioned a Colombia-based network recruiting fighters for Sudan's RSF, highlighting foreign involvement in the Sudanese civil war and associated war crimes allegations.

Taliban Warn Afghan Men for Wearing 'Un-Islamic' Peaky Blinders Costumes

The Taliban summoned four Afghans for dressing in Peaky Blinders-inspired outfits, deeming them contrary to Islamic and Afghan cultural values, leading to their release after advisement.

Zelensky Signals Readiness for Ukrainian Elections with Security Guarantees

President Zelensky stated Ukraine could hold elections soon if US and allies guarantee security, countering claims that war is used to avoid elections during martial law.

Iain Douglas-Hamilton Dies, Leaving Lasting Legacy in Elephant Conservation

Elephant conservationist Iain Douglas-Hamilton died aged 83, having significantly influenced global anti-poaching efforts and the ivory trade ban through his research and advocacy.

Man who grabbed Ariana Grande ejected from Lady Gaga concert in Australia

Johnson Wen, known for disrupting concerts, was removed from Lady Gaga's Brisbane show due to past offenses including grabbing Ariana Grande in Singapore.

Trump criticizes European leaders amid Ukraine war peace efforts

Donald Trump criticized European leaders as weak and accuses Ukraine's Zelensky of blocking peace, while Europe and Ukraine prepare new peace initiatives amid the war.

EU launches investigation into Google's AI-generated search summaries

The EU is investigating Google over use of website and YouTube content to train AI that produces search result summaries, amid concerns about compensation and traffic loss.

Ukrainian city hit by 'massive' strike as peace talks in US conclude

Kremenchuk, Ukraine, faced a significant airstrike as peace talks with the US concluded. The ongoing conflict highlights the challenges in achieving a ceasefire.