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DeepSeek breakthrough raises AI energy questions
DeepSeek breakthrough raises AI energy questions
by  AFP

Having shattered assumptions in the tech sector and beyond about the cost of artificial intelligence, Chinese startup DeepSeek's new chatbot is now roiling another industry: energy companies. That has significant implications not only for the cost of developing AI, but also the energy for the data centres that are the beating heart of the growing industry.

German, Danish leaders meet after Trump Greenland warnings
German, Danish leaders meet after Trump Greenland warnings
by  AFP

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met on Tuesday in a show of unity after US President Donald Trump again stressed his designs on Greenland. Nordic leaders met at the weekend and reiterated their unity on defence issues, Denmark's prime minister said earlier, adding that they all "shared the gravity of the situation".

Breakout Chinese AI 'programmed' to toe the party line
Breakout Chinese AI 'programmed' to toe the party line
by  AFP

Chinese AI chatbot DeepSeek has made waves in Silicon Valley, stunning investors and industry insiders with its ability to match the skills of its Western competitors at a fraction of the cost. Its replies to delicate questions echo a domestic competitor, ERNIE Bot, developed by Chinese tech giant Baidu.

For these 'Made in America' CEOs, Trump's tariffs won't change the game
For these 'Made in America' CEOs, Trump's tariffs won't change the game
by  AFP

Entrepreneurs running small and medium-sized businesses that manufacture and source exclusively in the United States have learned to cope with globalization, and do not expect major changes from Donald Trump's tariffs threats. "I think maybe in the short term, it could be helpful," he said of Trump's tariff threats, adding that they could drive inflation in the long run and raise production costs.

EU, Britain to face off in post-Brexit fishing battle case
EU, Britain to face off in post-Brexit fishing battle case
by  AFP

A tiny silver fish which is an important food source in the North Sea will take centre stage Tuesday as the European Union and Britain square off over post-Brexit fishing rights. Because of climate change and commercial fishing, the tiny fish "risked further decline... as well as species that are dependent on sandeels for food including fish, marine mammals, and seabirds".

Billionaire financier Bessent confirmed as Trump's treasury chief
Billionaire financier Bessent confirmed as Trump's treasury chief
by  AFP

Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent won Senate approval Monday to become US Treasury secretary, placing him at the forefront of implementing Donald Trump's economic agenda -– which is already triggering global jitters. Mike Crapo, who chairs the Senate Finance Committee, said Monday that Bessent was "committed to restoring the prosperity and opportunity" seen under Trump's leadership.