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Trinidad bets on AI infrastructure despite mounting resource concerns
Trinidad and Tobago is pursuing AI-driven investment through major US-backed data centre projects, but concerns over water scarcity, electricity demand and environmental sustainability are emerging alongside promises of jobs and diversification.
Turkish Black Sea villager takes washed-up Russian drone home after “AI safety check”
Reassured UAV contains no explosives, scrap hunter, wife and grandchild grab it by the wings.
Serbia to launch Chinese-backed humanoid robot production in August
Belgrade is seeking to position itself as a regional hub for advanced technology.
Thales wins contract to modernise Mongolia’s air traffic management infrastructure
Robust cybersecurity capabilities and comprehensive skills transfer two aspects of deal.
Latvia lines up 23 investors for landmark LMT and Tet deal
The Latvian government is preparing for one of the country's largest corporate transactions in more than 15 years: the sale of Telia's stakes in mobile operator LMT and telecommunications provider Tet.
Poland eyes offshore wind to power AI and data centres, Tusk says
Poland’s budding offshore wind sector could supply the electricity needed for energy-intensive artificial AI and data centres, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.
South Korean military cyber attacks hit record 19,000 cases in 2025
The Cyber Operations Command said identifying attackers remains difficult because of techniques including IP spoofing and the use of overseas infrastructure. It assessed that North Korea’s cyber capabilities are becoming more advanced.
Romania’s Digi proceeds with €287mn IPO for Spanish subsidiary
Digi Communications is seeking to raise at least €287mn through the IPO of Digi Spain Telecom.
Lithuania boosts funding for anti-smuggling balloon technology
Weather balloons used to smuggle cigarettes across the border from Belarus have repeatedly disrupted flights to and from Vilnius airport.
Kazakhstan signs AI transport cooperation agreement with UAE's Presight
Proposed platform to use improve road safety, protect infrastructure and strengthen the resilience of Kazakhstan's transport system.
Bitcoin falls below $62,000 as US-Iran conflict escalates
Bitcoin has fallen below $62,000 as a fresh exchange of strikes between the US and Iran drives investors from risk assets, after Trump said the ceasefire was over.
Lithuania and Poland to jointly develop European AI gigafactory
Flagship European Commission and EuroHPC initiative aims to develop next-generation large-scale AI computing infrastructure across Europe.
Czech and Slovak e-shops eye investments and expansion
Medium and large e-shops in Czechia and Slovakia plan investments into growth and marketing and eye expansion abroad, according to a survey by Seyfor in Slovakia.
Kazakhstan aims to create Central Asia's crypto capital
Kazakhstan’s planned Alatau City aims to become Central Asia's crypto capital, with major partners onboard and $6bn in investment secured.
Oman's Etlaq signs launch deal with France's Latitude for 2027 mission
Oman's spaceport operator Etlaq has signed a letter of intent with France's Latitude for an experimental rocket launch targeted for late 2027. Find out how the deal fits Oman's push to become a regional space hub.
Malaysian chip boom spreads its wings
The World Semiconductor Trade Statistics has significantly upgraded its global outlook, forecasting semiconductor sales to jump 90% year on year to $1.51 trillion in 2026, before expanding a further 27% to around $1.9 trillion in 2027.
Latvia warns of growing youth radicalisation as online recruitment increases
State Security Service says the radicalisation of young people is becoming an increasing concern, reflecting a wider trend seen across Europe as extremist groups use online platforms to recruit vulnerable individuals.
Slovenia’s Vandri Robotics unveils humanoid hotel receptionist Jože at MWC Shanghai 2026
At Hotel Bled Rose, the humanoid robot is designed to handle a wide range of guest services, including welcoming visitors, answering questions about the hotel and handling check-in.
Albania's Jet Bank launches as country's first digital-only lender
New lender enters a banking market where cash remains widely used and digital financial services are still developing.
Nvidia becomes the AI engine behind South Korea's industrial push
South Korean industrial conglomerates are expanding their partnerships with US chipmaker Nvidia to embed artificial intelligence across advanced pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and robotics.