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Alphabet’s Google joined a growing list of technology firms to sign a deal with the US Department of Defence to use its artificial intelligence models for classified work, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar with the matter. The agreement allows the Pentagon to use Google’s AI for “any lawful government purpose”, the report added, putting it alongside OpenAI and Elon Musk’s xAI, which also have deals to supply AI models for classified use. Classified networks are used to handle a ⁠wide range of sensitive work, including mission planning and weapons targeting. The Pentagon signed agreements worth up…

Pakistan’s satellite internet framework has entered its final phase, with the federal cabinet expected to approve the licensing structure for fixed satellite services. Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has reported in a progress report to parliament regarding satellite internet developments. The final stages of establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for satellite communication are under way. This includes draft Satellite Communication Regulations, incorporating non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) and other operational rules, prepared by the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB). The consultation process on these regulations has already been completed. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has…

Meta Platforms (META.O) ​is preparing ‌to unwind its ​acquisition of ​the artificial intelligence ⁠startup ​Manus after ​China blocked the deal ​on ​national security grounds, ‌the ⁠Wall Street Journal reported on ​Monday, ​citing ⁠people familiar ​with ​the ⁠matter. Earlier, China ordered U.S. tech giant Meta (META.O) to unwind its $2 billion-plus acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus on Monday, as Beijing tightens scrutiny of U.S. investment in domestic startups developing frontier technologies. The National Development and Reform Commission’s move ​highlights China’s commitment to stopping U.S. firms acquiring Chinese AI talent and intellectual property, as Washington tries to limit Chinese tech firms’…

Microsoft (MSFT.O) and OpenAI renegotiated a ‌pact that let Microsoft exclusively sell the ChatGPT creator’s artificial intelligence models, clearing the way for the startup to forge new deals with rivals to the software and enterprise giant, including Amazon (AMZN.O). The loosened ties between Microsoft and OpenAI, which have been expected for a while, are a sweeping change to one of the AI era’s most consequential alliances. It is arguably advantageous for both companies. Microsoft shares initially fell 1.3% on the news but closed largely unchanged. Alphabet closed up 1.81%, while Amazon closed down 1.1%. Microsoft’s early investment, totaling $13 billion…

 An image of Donald Trump will soon appear in some US passports, officials said , shattering another norm as the president aggressively puts his personal stamp on government institutions. There are few precedents anywhere in the world, let alone in a democracy, of displaying sitting leaders’ pictures in passports, and Trump would be the first sitting US president featured in Americans’ travel documents. The State Department said it would offer the limited-edition passport to mark this year’s 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence. The department – which has historically viewed itself as outside US partisan politics – posted…

Britain’s King Charles told the US Congress on Tuesday that the United Kingdom and the United States must remain “staunch allies” in a more uncertain and dangerous world, even as deep divisions over the war with Iran have strained relations between the two longtime partners. Speaking during a rare joint meeting of the Senate and House of Representatives, Charles called for unity in defending democracy, supporting Ukraine, strengthening NATO and resisting isolationism. King Charles entered the chamber alongside Queen Camilla to a prolonged standing ovation before delivering one of the most significant diplomatic speeches of his reign. “Whatever our differences,…

The US government ratcheted up pressure on Tehran on Tuesday, imposing ​sanctions on 35 entities and individuals for their roles in Iran’s shadow banking sector, and threatened sanctions against banks doing business with Chinese “teapot” refineries that it ‌said are paying tolls for shipments to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control said the designated individuals and firms had facilitated the movement of the equivalent of tens of billions of dollars tied to sanctions evasion and what it called Iran’s sponsorship of terrorism. OFAC separately warned banks against doing business with any firm paying…

US intelligence agencies are studying how Iran would respond if President Donald Trump were to declare a unilateral victory in the two-month-old war that ​has killed thousands and become a political liability for the White House, two US officials and a person familiar with the matter said. The intelligence community is analyzing ‌the question along with others at the request of senior administration officials. The goal is to understand the implications of Trump potentially pulling back from a conflict that some officials and advisers worry could contribute to deep Republican losses at the midterm elections later this year, according to…

Peshawar Zalmi delivered a dominant performance to book their place in the PSL 11 final. A commanding batting display followed by disciplined bowling sealed a 70-run victory. Babar Azam’s century proved to be the defining moment of the match. After being sent in to bat at the National Stadium Karachi, Peshawar Zalmi piled up a formidable 221/7 in 20 overs. Babar Azam led from the front with a 103 off 59 balls, anchoring the innings with authority. His knock included 12 fours and 4 sixes, setting the tone for a big total. Strong support from middle order Zalmi’s innings was further…

Pakistan’s rising batter Hasan Nawaz has stirred conversation online after a bold statement about India in a recent interview. Speaking to Samaa TV’s Qadir Khawaja, Nawaz emphasized playing with aggression against traditional rivals. The remarks have triggered mixed reactions across social media. In his interview, Hasan Nawaz spoke openly about the intensity of matches against India. “I think we have to attack the Indian bowlers,” he said, adding that such games demand a fearless approach. He further remarked that facing India brings extra motivation and pushes him to perform at his best. While one line from the interview—where he said he “hates” Indian…