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China's robot makers have mastered the moves. Now comes the race for brains
The shift is fuelling an investment boom in embodied AI, a field focused on software that allows robots to understand their surroundings, learn unfamiliar tasks and adapt without having to be programmed for every job.
Anthropic IPO 2026: When will ANT stock list on Nasdaq, and how big will Amazon’s and Google’s stakes be?
Anthropic share Nasdaq listing date: You cannot buy ANT shares yet. Anthropic has filed its IPO papers for a Nasdaq listing, but no date or price is set. November is the reported target. First-half revenue was $16.3 billion. The $80.7 billion loss is mostly a paper charge. Amazon and Google will each own over 5%.
Anthropic files for US IPO amid AI boom, rising costs and safety concerns
Anthropic has filed for a US IPO to support its ambitious AI development plans and secure funding. The company's recent financial details show significant revenue growth, but losses have widened sharply. Investors are currently valuing Anthropic at approximately $1.5 trillion, reflecting recent market fluctuations. Anthropic is in competition with OpenAI in the race to create advanced AI systems.
Why Marvel is keeping Avengers: Doomsday under wraps despite growing fan curiosity and backlash over its latest teaser
Marvel Studios released a teaser for Avengers: Doomsday during the 2026 World Series, attracting significant audience attention. This promotional event featured familiar characters but disappointed many viewers seeking substantial new content. The anticipation primarily revolves around the returns of Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. as iconic characters from the MCU's past. Fans are eager to understand how these characters will contribute to the film’s narrative.
Avengers Doomsday teaser out: Who is the masked, enigmatic villain Dr Doom? He has an Iron Man connection
In the teaser, Robert Downey Jr’s Dr Doom makes a debut. He is seen threatening the Avengers ominously, saying that they are “living stolen lives.” The Iron Man star's casting as the antagonist Dr Doom has sparked fan theories if Dr Doom is to be depicted as an alternate version of The Iron Man/Tony Stark, although the producers have neither conformed nor denied the theories.
Elon Musk renews push for Starlink entry in India says lack of internet denies children ‘opportunity for education’
Elon Musk has publicly requested approval for Starlink to enter the Indian market, highlighting connectivity issues in rural areas. The Indian government has dismissed claims of bias against Starlink, stating a fair authorization framework exists. Musk has alleged that unnamed oligarchs are blocking Starlink's entry to the market. The company has spent five years complying with Indian regulations and adapting its operations.
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Behind Captain Machchhar's Surname: The curious case of Gujarati families named after animals and insects
Captain Smit Machchhar was the pilot of flydubai flight FZ1073 when a violent incident occurred. He sustained injuries after the co-pilot attacked him in the cockpit. Despite his condition, Machchhar managed to open the cockpit door for crew intervention. The flight was safely diverted to Tabuk in Saudi Arabia following the altercation. Both Indian and Israeli leaders have praised Machchhar for his actions during the emergency.
Saudi Arabia plans assault on Houthis to break Red Sea chokehold
Saudi Arabia is preparing for an offensive against Houthi militants in Yemen, focusing on securing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The operation is expected to include coordinated attacks from multiple fronts alongside Yemeni ground forces. Over 100,000 Yemeni troops could potentially participate in the planned military action. U.S. intelligence support and military aid from other nations will assist the Saudi campaign in Yemen.
Rose Tattoo frontman Angry Anderson’s death at 79. How Anderson turned his anger into a 50-year rock legacy
Legendary Australian singer and Rose Tattoo frontman Angry Anderson died at 79. Anderson suffered a cardiac arrest while on his farewell tour and remained hospitalised for several weeks. However, as his condition deteriorated, Anderson passed away on September 21, 2026. His career, spanning nearly 50 years, came to an end, marking the loss of a defining figure in Australian music and a prominent youth advocate who maintained a public identity far beyond his rock persona.
A spider in your house may be there for one useful reason; what it is hunting
Spiders are often viewed with disdain, but they play an essential role in keeping our homes pest-free. By preying on annoying insects such as flies and mosquitoes, these often misunderstood arachnids contribute positively to household ecology. Intriguingly, some spiders, particularly those found in East Africa, target malaria-carrying mosquitoes, providing a natural safeguard for public health.
Trump says he will ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House
President Trump announced bans on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. He cited unfavorable coverage and "fake news" as reasons for these actions. This move raises significant First Amendment concerns regarding media access and reporting. Several media organizations and press freedom groups have criticized the president's decision. The White House has previously engaged in similar confrontations with news outlets.
Xi Jinping's India visit to help diplomatic thaw, but business ties bound by suspicion
Xi Jinping’s India visit could signal a diplomatic thaw between India and China, but business ties remain stuck in a maze of investment curbs, visa delays, technology restrictions and stalled equipment supplies. While New Delhi has eased some Chinese investment rules and approved projects, major firms remain cautious. A Modi-Xi meeting could determine whether political warmth finally unlocks economic opportunities.
Govt stalls Alipay+ tie-up over data security concerns
Alipay+'s proposal to link with India's payment system faces national security concerns. Concerns also exist regarding the storage and use of customer data. This proposal was the first from a China-linked entity in the financial sector. India and China are working to maintain peace at the border. Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit is expected to stabilize bilateral relations.
India stalls Alipay+ payments link over security, data concerns, sources say
India has stalled Alipay+'s proposal to link with its instant payments system. National security concerns and data usage questions are the primary reasons for this decision. The Indian government cited political grounds for halting the integration of the payment platforms. Law enforcement agencies also raised concerns about money laundering and data breaches.
Ant Group's President Han to become CEO in March; Jing to stay as chairman
Cyril Han, the current president and financial chief of Ant Group, is set to become the new chief executive starting March 1st. He replaces Eric Jing, who will remain as chairman. This transition follows a significant organizational restructuring at Ant Group after a substantial fine in 2023. Han's previous roles within the company include overseeing key financial and operational divisions.
Ant Group reshuffle: Han Xinyi appointed new president in biggest restructuring
Some units of Ant Group will set up their own boards of directors to operate more independently, according to a source who saw an internal email from Ant CEO and chairman Eric Jing on Tuesday
China's Ant Group unveils finance AI model as race heats up
Ant Group unveiled a finance-specific artificial intelligence (AI) model on Friday and started testing consumer and professional apps for the product, joining a crowded race to deploy AI in heavily regulated China.
Listing of Ant Group is unlikely in the short term
Earlier this month, Ant Group announced a surprise share buyback that valued the fintech giant at $78.54 billion, well below the $315 billion touted in the suspended IPO.
Ant Group plans restructuring, paving way for Hong Kong IPO: report
The Alibaba Group affiliate is looking at excluding its blockchain, database management services and international businesses from a main entity that will be used to apply for a financial holding license in China, the Bloomberg report said.
Ant's surprise share buyback values firm at steep 75% discount to IPO
Ant's major shareholders, Hangzhou Junhan Equity Investment Partnership and Hangzhou Junao Equity Investment Partnership, have voluntarily decided not to participate in the repurchase, the company added.
China to end Ant Group's regulatory revamp with fine of at least $1.1 billion
Chinese authorities are likely to announce a fine of at least 8 billion yuan ($1.1 billion) on Ant Group as soon as Friday, sources with direct knowledge of the matter said, bringing an end to the fintech company's years-long regulatory overhaul.
Ant Group profit falls 56% amid overhaul
Ant is waiting for a financial holding company license, more than two years after authorities torpedoed its planned initial public offering. The company's valuation was trimmed by Fidelity Investments again to $63.8 billion as of November, far below its peak of $235 billion.
China expected to lower fine on Ant Group to about $700 million: report
Chinese authorities, notably the People's Bank of China (PBOC) which has been driving a revamp at Ant after its $37 billion IPO was scuttled in 2020, are expected to announce the fine in the coming months.
Fidelity cuts Ant Group valuation by another 9% to $64 billion
Ant has been overhauling its business to comply with government demands, while awaiting a green light to apply for a financial holding company license that would ensure it can continue its fintech operations.
Ant Group says no plan for IPO, focusing on business optimisation
Ant Group said on Saturday that its founder Jack Ma no longer controls the company after a series of shareholding adjustments that saw him give up most of his voting rights.
Ant Group gets green light for $1.5 bn fundraising plan
After the deal goes through, Ant -- in which ecommerce titan Alibaba has a stake -- will have contributed a total of 9.25 billion yuan and control half of its shares
Ant Group says no plan to initiate IPO
"Under the guidance of regulators, we are focused on steadily moving forward with our rectification work and do not have any plan to initiate an IPO," Jack Ma's Ant Group said in a brief statement.
Ant Group to restructure as a financial holding company: China's PBOC
Under terms of the agreement with People's Bank of China, Ant Group will cut "improper" linkage between payments service AliPay, virtual credit card product Jiebei and consumer loan product Huabei.
Ant Group CEO Simon Hu resigns, Eric Jing to replace him
Simon Hu’s resignation as Ant Group CEO comes at a time when the fintech giant is being pushed by regulators to revamp operations after its failed $37 billion IPO.
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