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Russia plans new “anti-fraud” restrictions on RuNet use
The Russian government has unveiled a sweeping package of draft legislation billed as a crackdown on online fraud, but rights groups warn it will significantly expand state surveillance powers and online repression, Meduza reported on September 30.
New Chinese iron-making method increases production speed 3,600-fold
A team of Chinese researchers has developed a new iron-making technology that can complete smelting in as little as three seconds, a 3,600-fold increase in efficiency compared to conventional blast furnace methods, Interesting Engineering reports.
Russia launches a revolutionary industrial-scale closed fuel cycle reactor
President Vladimir Putin claims Russia has made a nuclear technology breakthrough and has developed a closed fuel cycle power system to tackle global uranium shortages.
China installs more industrial robots than rest of world combined – IFR
China accounted for more than half of global industrial robot installations in 2024, with a record 295,000 units deployed nationwide, according to the IFR World Robotics 2025 Report.
Chinese researchers develop revolutionary biodegradable bone glue inspired by oysters
A team of orthopaedic surgeons in China's Zhejiang province has developed a revolutionary new bone adhesive, dubbed “Bone 02”, inspired by the natural occurring glue oysters use to stick themselves to underwater rocks.
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Telegram owner Durov says French, Moldovan governments asked him to block anti-government accounts ahead of elections
The owner of the Telegram messaging service Pavel Durov said that the French intelligence approached him earlier this year and asked him to block anti-government channels in the run up to this weekend's elections on two occasions.
RuNet grows 40% in 2024 to $250bn, driven by e-commerce and AI
The RuNet economy expanded by 40% in 2024, reaching RUB24.03 trillion, with e-commerce accounting for more than 91% of the total, according to a study by the Russian Association of Electronic Communications.
Can PayPal’s $100mn Middle East and Africa push challenge local fintechs, mobile money leaders?
In much of the MEA region, local fintechs and mobile money providers dominate consumer payments, often outpacing global players such as PayPal.
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan deemed twin hotbeds of innovation – global survey
The two states drive Central and South Asia’s rise in a global ranking.
Iran's Digikala co-founder invests $857,000 in Didar CRM
Iranian CRM provider Didar secures funding from Digikala co-founder Hamid Mohammadi, targeting Tehran Stock Exchange listing and regional expansion beyond its 3,000 SME clients.
Russian AI accelerates but sanctions leave it trailing global leaders
Russia’s artificial intelligence industry is expanding rapidly but remains hobbled by limited access to advanced computing power due to Western technology sanctions.
NVIDIA and TII establish Middle East's first joint AI and robotics laboratory in Abu Dhabi
NVIDIA and Technology Innovation Institute launch Middle East's first joint AI and robotics laboratory in Abu Dhabi, establishing regional hub for next-generation intelligent systems development.
US fee on H-1B visas rattles Indian tech stocks
Reports said US based companies like Microsoft and JPMorgan advised employees holding H-1B and H-4 visas to return to the US before the deadline and avoid international travel until further guidance.
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Photoshopping of three Central Asian presidents exposed by media investigation
Seemingly perfect postures, pearly white smiles, smooth skin and luxurious grey hair among flawless features subject to spot-the-difference analysis.
Iran delivers high efficiency gas turbines to Russia to replace sanctioned Siemens equipment
The extreme sanctions imposed on Russia have hit industrial sectors the hardest, which have been almost entirely dependent on imports of high quality foreign made machinery for almost all of the last three decades since the fall of the Soviet Union.
Albania shifts to high-tech policing with expanded use of security cameras and surveillance drones
Western Balkan governments are leveraging cameras, drones and AI to enhance law enforcement, raising concerns among rights activists.
Internet shutdown pushes Afghanistan’s banking to the brink
Reports from northern Afghanistan indicated severe difficulties in processing financial transactions after WiFi services were suspended in a number of provinces, including Balkh. In Mazar-i-Sharif, banking operations were reportedly brought to a halt
Turkey’s e-imports soar to 12 times e-exports
Numbers highlight Turkish consumers’ growing appetite for low‑cost overseas platforms such as China's online marketplace Temu and e-commerce fast fashion giant Shein.
UAE and India partnership council support startups in both countries
UAE's RAKEZ partners with India economic council to launch startup series supporting entrepreneurship and global expansion opportunities for both countries.
Iranian deputy IT minister admits the local web is "unsafe"
Iranian communications deputy admits filtering policies have created unsafe, polluted internet network whilst domestic messaging platforms show significant growth.