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MCi Carbon Opens Newcastle Plant as It Pursues Ambitious $50 Million Capital Raise
Energy & Climate

MCi Carbon Opens Newcastle Plant as It Pursues Ambitious $50 Million Capital Raise

Australian startup MCi Carbon has launched its first carbon capture facility and aims to raise $50 million later this year to support global expansion of its CO2-utilizing technology.

Appeals Court Upholds Trump-Era Sanctions on UN Official for Anti-Israel Bias
Defense & Security

Appeals Court Upholds Trump-Era Sanctions on UN Official for Anti-Israel Bias

The U.S. Court of Appeals blocked a lower court’s suspension of sanctions against Francesca Albanese, affirming restrictions tied to her alleged anti-Israel activities at the United Nations.

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Hawkish Shift in Leadership
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Hawkish Shift in Leadership

In his first meeting as chair, Kevin Warsh kept interest rates unchanged and signaled fewer cuts this year, highlighting persistent inflation and geopolitical energy risks.

Anthropic CEO Calls for Unified Global AI Regulation Amid U.S. Export Controls
AI & Tech Regulation

Anthropic CEO Calls for Unified Global AI Regulation Amid U.S. Export Controls

Anthropic’s CEO urged G7 leaders to maintain a coordinated approach to AI governance while the Trump administration’s export restrictions sparked internal staff concerns.

Carbon Capture Startup Launches Newcastle Plant and Eyes $50M Capital Raise for Expansion
Energy & Climate

Carbon Capture Startup Launches Newcastle Plant and Eyes $50M Capital Raise for Expansion

MCi Carbon has unveiled its first carbon recycling plant and plans to raise $50 million to scale up operations and advance its mission to reduce industrial CO2 emissions through innovative building materials.

Apple Surpasses Huawei with Record iPhone Sales in China Amid Domestic Brand Struggles
Big Tech

Apple Surpasses Huawei with Record iPhone Sales in China Amid Domestic Brand Struggles

Apple’s iPhone 17 series hit an unprecedented activation milestone in China, reclaiming market leadership as Huawei faces declining sales and shifting consumer loyalty.

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady in First Meeting Under Chair Kevin Warsh
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady in First Meeting Under Chair Kevin Warsh

The Federal Reserve announced it will maintain current interest rates in its initial policy decision with Kevin Warsh serving as chair of the board.

PM Modi Advocates Human-Centered AI and Global Collaboration at G7 Summit
AI & Tech Regulation

PM Modi Advocates Human-Centered AI and Global Collaboration at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged development of safe, inclusive AI that prioritizes human empowerment and called for international cooperation on AI governance at the G7 summit.

US Stocks Slide as Federal Reserve Signals Possible Interest Rate Hike This Year
Markets & Macro

US Stocks Slide as Federal Reserve Signals Possible Interest Rate Hike This Year

U.S. stocks fell amid Federal Reserve projections pointing to higher interest rates before year-end, raising concerns over economic growth and investment valuations.

AI Ethics Expert Applauds Anthropic’s Call for Slowing AI to Safeguard Human Values
AI & Tech Regulation

AI Ethics Expert Applauds Anthropic’s Call for Slowing AI to Safeguard Human Values

An AI ethics specialist supports Anthropic’s appeal for a global pause in advanced AI development to address risks of autonomous AI evolution and preserve human oversight.