Beijing, China — Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has released an updated version of its flagship model, DeepSeek V3.1, marking a notable evolution in its open-source large language model (LLM) lineup. The new model builds on the original DeepSeek V3 architecture, which also serves as the foundation for its reasoning-focused R1 model, and introduces a hybrid […]
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Ibadan, Nigeria — Odu’a Investment Company Limited https://oduainvestment.com.ng/ has signed a ₦10 billion (approximately $11.2 million USD) cocoa export agreement with Africa’s largest cocoa exporter, marking a significant move in the company’s strategic pivot toward agriculture and agribusiness. The announcement was made by Group Chairman Bimbo Ashiru, who confirmed that the board approved the deal […]
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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that it does not intend to pursue criminal charges against software developers who create decentralized platforms for transmitting cryptocurrencies, provided there is no evidence of criminal intent. The statement, delivered Thursday by Acting Assistant Attorney General Matthew Galeotti, marks a significant shift in the […]
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Astana, Kazakhstan — The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called on the Kazakh government to reverse its decision to deny accreditation to 16 journalists affiliated with the U.S.-funded broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). The appeal comes ahead of a pending court hearing that could determine the outlet’s ability to continue operating in the […]
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Brussels/Washington — The United States and European Union have formalized a sweeping trade framework that caps tariffs at 15% on key European exports and secures over $1.3 trillion (A$2.02 trillion) in EU spending pledges through 2028. The agreement, announced Thursday, marks a significant shift from the volatile tariff landscape of previous years and is expected […]
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Khartoum/Juba — Cholera, a potentially deadly intestinal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, is surging across Sudan and South Sudan, driven by ongoing conflict, displacement, and the collapse of essential public health infrastructure. Health experts warn that the outbreak, while preventable and treatable, is escalating rapidly due to limited access to clean water, sanitation, […]
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Boko Haram Founder’s Son Arrested in Chad Authorities in Chad have arrested Muslim Yusuf, the teenage son of Boko Haram’s late founder, Mohammed Yusuf. He was apprehended while allegedly attempting to establish a jihadist cell affiliated with the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Lake Chad region. Yusuf, who initially disguised himself under […]
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Washington, D.C. — Modular construction is quietly reshaping the U.S. housing landscape, with nearly 1 in 10 new apartments built in factories last year. But while the sector is gaining traction, experts say its future hinges on regulatory reform that could unlock faster development, more affordable housing, and a new wave of investment. In 2024, […]
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“It is vital to reach immediately a ceasefire in Gaza,” the Secretary-General told reporters on the sidelines of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), “and the unconditional release of all hostages and to avoid the massive death and destruction that a military operation against Gaza City would inevitably cause.” Around one million people still […]
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New York, NY — Retail fintech investment displayed a bifurcated performance in the second quarter of the year, with venture capital (VC) funding rising modestly but still falling short of previous benchmarks. According to recent Emerging Tech Research, total VC investment in the sector reached $2.2 billion, marking a 17% increase from the previous quarter. […]
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