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India’s National e-Governance Division (NeGD) has partnered with the Indian Ports Association (IPA) to accelerate digital transformation in the country’s maritime industry. This collaboration aims to address digital gaps, eliminate logistics fragmentation, and modernize outdated practices. The partnership will focus on advanced software development, system integration, and capacity building. It
India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission has launched five pilot projects to introduce hydrogen fuel in buses and trucks, aiming to test its feasibility in the transport sector. These projects will deploy 37 hydrogen-powered vehicles and set up nine hydrogen refueling stations across various routes. The government has allocated ₹208 crore
Alibaba has released a new version of its Qwen 2.5 artificial intelligence model, claiming it surpasses DeepSeek-V3. The unusual timing of the release, on the first day of the Lunar New Year, suggests pressure from DeepSeek’s meteoric rise. Qwen 2.5-Max outperforms GPT-4o, DeepSeek-V3, and Llama-3.1-405B, according to Alibaba’s cloud unit.
Google has introduced quantum-safe digital signatures in Cloud KMS, aligning with NIST’s post-quantum cryptography standards. This update enables enterprises to test and integrate quantum-resistant signatures, ensuring encryption resilience against future quantum threats. Google outlined a broader post-quantum security roadmap, including PQC support in Cloud HSM and migration paths for cryptographic
Colombian lawmakers have introduced a new bill to regulate the country’s growing cryptocurrency industry, aiming to provide legal clarity and consumer protection. The proposed bill seeks to create rules that safeguard users while encouraging investment, addressing concerns over scams and illicit activities. With over five million Colombians using crypto, lawmakers
The European Union (EU) and Singapore have reaffirmed their commitment to data protection and cross-border collaboration. A key outcome of this collaboration is the Joint Guide to the ASEAN Model Contractual Clauses and EU Standard Contractual Clauses. This guide supports businesses, especially micro, small, and medium enterprises, in complying with
The European Council has adopted two new laws to strengthen the EU’s cybersecurity capabilities. The “cyber solidarity law” establishes a pan-European infrastructure for sharing information and detecting cyber threats. This infrastructure, known as the “cybersecurity alert system,” will use cutting-edge technology like AI and data analytics to detect and respond
Kazakhstan and Nigeria are strengthening their partnership in digital technology, investment, and business development. A series of meetings between government officials and business leaders have paved the way for collaboration in e-government, fintech, and space technology. The two countries aim to explore joint initiatives in the digital sector, driving growth
Malaysia is advancing its position as a hub for smart, sustainable manufacturing with the launch of a cutting-edge facility in Taiping, Perak. This development reflects the nation’s commitment to innovation, quality, and global competitiveness in high-value manufacturing sectors. The facility will enhance production capabilities in cleanroom architectural products, catering to
Governments have agreed to mobilize at least $200 billion annually by 2030 to fund biodiversity conservation. This agreement establishes permanent financial mechanisms and strengthens monitoring and reporting frameworks. The goal is to implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) and protect the world’s biodiversity. The agreement sets a target of
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