Micron to Halt Server Chip Sales to China Data Centers Following 2023 Ban

U.S. chipmaker Micron (MU.O) intends to cease supplying server memory chips to data centers within China, according to two informed sources, after its business failed to recover from a 2023 Chinese government ban on its products in critical information infrastructure. Micron was the initial U.S. semiconductor firm to be sanctioned by Beijing—a move widely perceived […]

Cellnex Agrees to Sell French Data Center Unit Towerlink for €391 Million

Spanish telecommunications infrastructure firm Cellnex announced on Friday that it has entered into a put option agreement to divest its entire 99.99% stake in Towerlink France to Vauban Infra Fibre for a sum of 391 million euros ($458 million). The transaction, executed through the French subsidiary of Europe’s leading mobile phone tower operator, will be […]

House China Committee Chair Raises Concerns Over Proposed TikTok Deal

The chairman of the House Select Committee on China expressed significant reservations on Thursday about a proposed licensing agreement for TikTok’s algorithm, which is part of a plan for its China-based parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app’s U.S. assets. Representative John Moolenaar, a Republican, stated he is awaiting a detailed briefing on the arrangement, […]

Microsoft Enhances Windows 11 with Advanced AI Capabilities for Copilot

Microsoft (MSFT.O) has introduced a suite of artificial intelligence upgrades for Windows 11, designed to increase the utility of its Copilot AI assistant by improving task automation and its integration with services across various devices. The company announced a new opt-in feature that enables users on any Windows 11 PC to activate the assistant with […]

PM Shehbaz Directs Immediate Repatriation of Afghan Refugees, Citing Security and Economic Strain

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared on Friday that Pakistan can no longer sustain the indefinite hosting of Afghan refugees, instructing authorities to ensure their prompt repatriation. The directive comes amid heightened border tensions with Afghanistan and a surge in terrorist attacks. Chairing a high-level meeting in Islamabad concerning the repatriation process, the Prime Minister reaffirmed […]

Pakistan Engaged in Constructive Dialogue with Afghanistan on Border Issues, FO Says

Pakistan and Afghanistan are involved in constructive talks to peacefully resolve ongoing border tensions, the Foreign Office announced on Friday. During his weekly press briefing, FO spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan stated that Pakistan has consistently alerted Kabul to the presence of the militant group Fitna al-Khawarij on Afghan soil. He voiced serious concern regarding what he described […]

Pakistan Naval Chief Visits US to Strengthen Defence Ties

Pakistan’s Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, conducted an official visit to the United States, a move described by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) as part of continuous initiatives to enhance bilateral defence relations and maritime collaboration. During his tour, Admiral Ashraf held meetings with senior US defence officials, including Vice Admiral Yvette […]

KP Chief Minister Petitions Supreme Court for Meeting with Imran Khan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has approached the Supreme Court, filing a request to hold a meeting with the jailed founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan. In a letter addressed to Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, the chief minister stated that he is bound by a “constitutional and moral obligation” to consult […]

Punjab Government Seeks Federal Ban on TLP Amid Renewed Protest Threats

The Punjab government has forwarded a summary to the federal government, formally requesting a ban on Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP). This action comes in response to a new call for protests by the religious party, following recent violent demonstrations in the province that resulted in multiple fatalities and numerous injuries. This measure is intended to reestablish […]

Djokovic Draws Inspiration from Sporting Icons, Vows to Continue Tennis Career

RIYADH: Novak Djokovic has affirmed he has no intention of retiring, revealing that his motivation for longevity is inspired by elite athletes from other sports, including NBA legend LeBron James, former NFL star Tom Brady, and footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. The 38-year-old Serbian, who owns a record 24 Grand Slam titles, shows no signs of slowing […]