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Samsung Eyes $100 Million Investment in Medical Imaging Startup Exo

Samsung’s venture investment arm is considering a stake in California-based medical device company Exo, potentially participating in a funding round valued at up to $100 million, according to Bloomberg sources.…

Nikon Camera Prices Set to Rise June 23 Due to Trump Tariffs

President Donald J. Trump initially allowed some flexibility for businesses regarding his tariffs, but that leniency is fading. More companies are now feeling the impact, including Japanese camera maker Nikon.…

Nintendo Boosts Switch 2 Sales Forecast to 20 Million Units

The Nintendo Switch 2, which already has record-breaking demand, is now projected to sell even more. That’s 20 million units to be exact, according to Bloomberg. The report says Nintendo…

Xiaomi Pledges $6.9 Billion to Develop In-House Chips

Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, announced its commitment to invest at least 50 billion yuan ($6.9 billion) over the next decade to develop its own chips, a move aimed at…

US Lawmakers Raise Concerns Over Apple Alibaba Deal

Apple has been in the spotlight recently. Apple’s interest in the partnership suggests the Chinese e-commerce company’s AI technology would soon power new features on Apple’s iPhones sold in China.…

China Imposes Anti-Dumping Duties on Plastics from U.S., EU, Japan, and Taiwan

On Sunday, China’s Ministry of Commerce dropped a major bombshell. They will slap millions of dollars in anti-dumping duties on plastic imports from United States, Japan, Taiwan, and multiple European…

Taiwan President Strengthens Military Resolve Amid Potential Chinese Drills

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te visited military bases in Kaohsiung on Friday, expressing gratitude to army engineers and anti-submarine helicopter crews for their dedication ahead of the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival.…

South Korea Postpones Decision on Allowing Google to Move Hi-Res Map Data Abroad

South Korea has postponed its decision on whether to approve Google’s request to transfer high-precision map data of the country’s geography to its international servers. In February, Google sought approval…

Trump Says India Will Charge No Tariffs on US Goods

US President Donald Trump announced that India has proposed a deal to eliminate all tariffs on goods imported from the United States. Speaking at an event in Doha, Trump said,…

Nintendo Switch 2 Can Pause Charging at 90% to Extend Battery Life

The Nintendo Switch 2 will introduce a new software feature designed to help the console’s battery last longer over its lifetime. As with all electronic devices, the battery in the…

Nissan Announces Further Job Cuts and Factory Reductions as Part of Cost-Saving Strategy

Nissan, Japan’s third-largest automaker, just announced that they’ll be cutting even more jobs. Nearly all of them plan to shrink their manufacturing footprint as part of overall companywide cost-saving measures.…

US Reduces Tariffs on Small Parcels from Chinese Companies Including Shein and Temu

In a significant gesture of goodwill on the trade battlefield, President Donald Trump pledged to temporarily cut tariffs. This is the case for all small parcels shipped from mainland China…

Samsung Unveils Thin S25 Edge as Apple Plans iPhone ‘Air’

Samsung on Tuesday introduced a thinner version of its flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Edge, marking an unusually early launch. This release comes as the company seeks to keep its…

Trump Heads to Saudi Arabia to Secure More U.S. Investment

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday. Their aim is to increase trade and investment prospects between the two countries.…

Trump’s Tariffs and Export Curbs on China Weigh on Major Chip Stocks

Alibaba, the Chinese multinational conglomerate, has tripled down on AI in the last few months with the launch of industry-leading large AI models. This move underscores the growth of Chinese…

India Launches Military Strikes on Pakistan Amid Rising Tensions After Kashmir Killings

This week, India traded missile attacks with Pakistan, raising fears of all-out war between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The strikes hit at least nine sites that the Indian government described…

Uber turns to Chinese companies to snap up robotaxi market share in Europe, Middle East

Uber has announced its third partnership with a Chinese autonomous vehicle company, signaling its commitment to global expansion in the emerging robotaxi sector. This week, Uber revealed a partnership with…

Indian Markets Remain Steady Amid Heightened Tensions with Pakistan

India’s recent military strike, which crossed multiple kilometers into territory controlled by Pakistan, has further aggravated tensions and threatens regional stability. Despite the growing acrimony, the Indian financial markets have…

UK and India Sign Trade Deal Amid Global Tariff Pressures

The United Kingdom and India have finalized a significant trade agreement, marking a pivotal moment in their economic relationship amid escalating global trade tensions. New British PM Keir Starmer attends…

Temu and Shein face massive tariffs but remain strong contenders in the U.S. e-commerce market, experts say

China-based Temu and Shein, two of the most disruptive new entrants in recent U.S. e-commerce history, are preparing for a whiplash-inducing reversal on their home courts. The Trump administration plans…