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The intersection of technology and the human body is evolving rapidly, giving rise to the concept of the “Internet of Bodies” or IOB. Coined by academic and author Andrea M. Matwyshyn in 2016, the IOB refers to a network where human bodies rely on the internet and related technologies for their integrity and functionality. This

In recent years, Beijing has been making significant strides in allowing robotaxis to operate closer to the city center. The city has begun testing robotaxis with human staff inside on a 40-minute route between a major high-speed train station and a suburban area to its south. This marks a major expansion of robotaxi operation from

The CEOs of artificial intelligence giants such as Google DeepMind and Microsoft AI are set to attend the annual Bilderberg Meeting in Madrid, Spain. This exclusive gathering will also see the presence of prominent figures from the business and political realms, including Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, and Shell CEO Wael

Pinduoduo (PDD) has carved out a niche for itself in China’s competitive e-commerce market, positioning itself as a value-for-money platform. Analysts have recognized PDD’s success, highlighting its growth trajectory and market dominance. The company’s Temu marketplace has played a significant role in solidifying its position as China’s most valuable e-commerce company, surpassing industry giants like

In recent times, gold prices have been on a steady climb, reaching record highs and creating a buzz in the market. Spot gold managed to hit a new peak of $2,449.89 per ounce on a given Monday, with silver and copper following suit. Although the prices have slightly receded, they still remain close to their

The Asia-Pacific markets experienced a rise on Monday as China’s industrial profits showed an increase during the first four months of the year. Official data revealed that China’s industrial profits rose by 4.3% year-on-year in the January to April period. This positive growth in profits has boosted investor confidence and contributed to the upward trend

Morgan Stanley recently updated its forecasts for Tuya, a U.S.-listed Chinese company that primarily generates its revenue from overseas markets. According to Asia equity analyst Yang Liu and the team, they have raised their price target on Tuya to $3.50, representing a potential increase of over 75%. The analysts also highlighted the short-term valuation opportunity

China recently conducted war games around Taiwan, simulating attacks with bombers and practicing boarding ships. These exercises were seen as a direct provocation by Taiwan, which condemned the actions as aggressive and threatening. The drills, named “Joint Sword – 2024A”, lasted for two days and involved a significant number of Chinese warplanes and warships. The

X CEO Linda Yaccarino recently spoke out against Australia’s online safety regulators in response to a legal dispute involving X’s platform. Yaccarino accused Australia of overreach in their attempts to block videos of a violent incident involving a priest in Sydney. The incident sparked a clash between X and the Australian government, with Elon Musk

Nvidia has reached a significant milestone with its shares surpassing $1,000 for the first time in extended trading, following the release of its fiscal first-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations. This achievement reflects the ongoing momentum of the AI boom, which has captured the attention of investors worldwide. The company’s robust performance in the first