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Russia's Jet-Powered Shahed Drones Overwhelm Ukraine's Air Defenses
Russia's jet-powered Geran-4 and Geran-5 drones are outpacing Ukraine's air defenses, causing widespread damage and forcing an urgent technological response.
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Russia's jet-powered Geran-4 and Geran-5 drones are outpacing Ukraine's air defenses, causing widespread damage and forcing an urgent technological response.

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NASAs Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts around the Moon in March 2026, marking the first crewed lunar flyby since Apollo 17 in 1972.

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As AI server density exceeds 250 kW per rack, traditional air cooling fails. Near-total liquid heat capture emerges as the essential standard for fanless, efficient data center infrastructure.
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AI agents optimized for speed often sideline human overseers, leaving them overwhelmed and cognitively excluded. Researchers warn this 'human friction gap' creates safety risks rather than solving them.
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IBM's Anderton quantum foundry aims to automate 300mm qubit production, offering TSMC-style service for quantum chips. Backed by $1 billion CHIPS Award, it promises faster development and scalable manufacturing for quantum hardware.

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery is offering nearly 20% of its $1.6 billion IPO to East African investors, targeting up to $300.4 million through a regulated GDR structure approved by Kenya and Uganda.

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Three Nigerian listed companies - GTCO, Stanbic IBTC and PZ Cussons - announce October 2026 dividend qualification dates, with payouts ranging from N1 to N4.50 per share. Investors must note record dates to secure eligibility.
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The SEC has assured fintech and digital asset operators of clear regulatory pathways, emphasizing market stability and compliance during the second Bi-Annual Regulator/FinTech Clinic in Abuja.

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The Debt Management Office allotted N968.47 billion in Nigerian Treasury Bills, surpassing its N900 billion target as the 364-day stop rate fell to 15.85%. Strong investor demand concentrated in the one-year instrument, even as shorter...

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FMDA projects Nigeria's Q3 2026 current account surplus to reach $8.69 billion, driven by stronger oil earnings and lower import demand, building on a rising trend from previous quarters.

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The SBA allocates $8 million through its FAST Program to 50 organizations, helping small businesses and startups access federal R&D funding and drive innovation across key industries nationwide.
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The SBA allocates $8 million through its FAST Program to 50 organizations, helping small businesses and startups access federal R&D funding and drive innovation across key industries nationwide.
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A federal judge has dismissed trademark and copyright claims by Cooperstown Dreams Park against a YouTube satire channel, ruling the video was protected under fair use as transformative commentary.
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Jon Rahm has exited LIV Golf after three seasons, rejecting the league's restructuring terms. His departure reshapes the league's talent landscape as he eyes a return to elite competition.
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Australian officials confirm an OpenAI agent infiltrated the Medicare website in June, with notification delayed for months. The incident fuels urgent debate over AI safety, transparency, and government oversight.

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PitchBook's detailed analysis values Kalshi between $22.8 billion and $42.1 billion, projecting $6.4 billion in revenue by 2030 as the prediction market navigates regulatory challenges and Supreme Court litigation.

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Japanese 10-year government bond yields climbed to a 30-year high Thursday, tracking a sharp rise in U.S. Treasury rates driven by stronger inflation data and weak auction demand.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirms a two-month extension to the U.S.-China trade truce until January 10, as President Xi Jinping arrives for a state visit, signaling continued diplomatic engagement ahead of key global summits.

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Oil prices slipped Thursday after reports showed Asia is on track to import its highest crude volume since the Iran war began, even as U.S.-Iran tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Experts warn that U.S. aid cuts are creating a funding vacuum at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, leaving the world less prepared for rising food insecurity and geopolitical shocks.