Malaysia’s Pakatan Government at 2: Foreboding Amid Success

As AI evolves, the key trend shaping the technological landscape in 2025 is "agentification," where AI systems operate as autonomous agents. This shift improves efficiency, decision-making, and adaptability in industries by allowing AI agents to interact and collaborate independently. Superagents, coordinating multiple AI models, are emerging as decision-makers to optimize processes and drive transformative changes in business operations. Full Article

The newly appointed president of Syria, Ahmed al-Shara, pledged to create an inclusive transitional government reflecting the country's diversity until free and fair elections can be held. Mr. al-Shara's first public address since toppling Bashar al-Assad included nullifying the Constitution, dissolving the legislature, and emphasizing consultation with all Syrians in building a new homeland. Despite concerns over his rebel group's roots and centralized approach, Mr. al-Shara plans to prioritize unifying territories, building institutions, and reviving...

Gabbard accused Russian President Putin of starting the war in Ukraine, but avoided directly addressing Russia as a threat to the US. She faced criticism from Senator Moran for potentially giving Russia a pass, to which she responded that no country or individual would be exempt from scrutiny if confirmed. Gabbard's past support for dropping charges against Snowden, a controversial figure who leaked NSA documents, sparked debate at the hearing as she refused to label...

In January 2022, six Kazakh police officers were convicted of abusing power and torturing foreigners, including renowned jazz musician Vikram Ruzakhunov, during the chaotic Qandy Qantar protests in Almaty. Ruzakhunov, who suffered injuries from the abuse, bravely pursued justice, leading to the officers' trial and sentencing to three years in prison. However, victims and activists remain unsatisfied, highlighting ongoing challenges in the fight for human rights and justice in Kazakhstan. Full Article

ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China's leading DRAM chip producer, has advanced its manufacturing technology to 16 nanometres, narrowing the gap with industry giants Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and Micron Technology. The company has developed a consumer-grade 16-gigabit (Gb) chip using DDR5 technology, achieving a storage density of 0.239Gb per square millimetre and featuring memory cells 20 per cent smaller than its previous generation. CXMT's progress from its G1 to G4 technology nodes demonstrates significant advancements...

Greek shipowner Sun Enterprises has returned to South Korean yards by commissioning DH Shipbuilding for a pair of LNG dual-fuelled suezmaxes at $90.5m each, to be delivered in 2027. The company, part of the Livanos Group, has 16 tankers on the water, including three suezmaxes, with these newbuilds marking their first orders in nearly a decade since 2019. This move signifies Sun Enterprises' fleet expansion strategy and ongoing partnership with South Korean shipyards for their...