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• TSMC no comment on reported plans for 4 new IC assembly plants January 17, 2026 10:02 am Focus Taiwan Taipei, Jan. 17 (CNA) Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) on Saturday remained tight-lipped over a media report the contract chipmaker plans to build an additional four advanced IC assembly plants in Taiwan. The world's largest contract …
• Trump calls Canada-China deal ‘good thing’ as U.S. officials voice concern January 17, 2026 10:01 am Global News Canada’s new trade deal with China is getting a mixed reaction in Washington, with U.S. President Donald Trump voicing support as administration officials warned Ottawa could regret allowing Chinese EVs into the Canadian market. The deal signed with …
• Cambodia Moves Up Government AI Readiness Index January 17, 2026 9:41 am AKP AKP Phnom Penh, January 17, 2026 --Cambodia has improved its standing in the Government AI Readiness Index, according to the 2025 report released by UK-based Oxford Insights, the Ministry of Post and Telecommunications said in a press release issued on Jan …
• Kazakhstan, Thailand Boost Economic Cooperation January 17, 2026 9:37 am Caspian Post Kazakh Ambassador Margulan Baimukhan held a meeting with the Minister of Commerce of Thailand, Suphajee Suthumpun. During the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual interest in further developing trade, economic and investment cooperation, noting the …
• Porsche Hit by Biggest Sales Decline Since 2009 as Chinese Carmakers Gain Ground January 17, 2026 9:34 am European Business Magazine Porsche AG reported its steepest annual sales decline in 16 years this week, delivering 279,449 vehicles globally in 2025—a 10% drop from the previous year that represents the marque’s worst performance since the 2009 financial crisis devastated global …
• AI to shape India's digital transformation journey: Telecom Secretary January 17, 2026 9:30 am Zee Business As India moves from connectivity to an era of intelligence, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a defining force, according to a senior government official. India's approach to responsible AI India is approaching AI with a clear conviction and …
• For the FBI, the Smartphone Is the Security Edge January 17, 2026 9:30 am FedTech FBI Mobility Program Office Unit Chief David Waters explained why the bureau treats the smartphone — not the data center — as the practical security perimeter for agents working “anytime, anywhere.” “That is our security perimeter. Getting that data to …
• Top 10 CES 2026 Electric & Mobility Tech Concepts January 17, 2026 9:21 am Tech Times At CES 2026, electric vehicles are increasingly defined by software and AI rather than just motors and batteries. Automakers and tech firms are showcasing platforms that can evolve over time through over‑the‑air updates, unlocking new driver‑assist …
• Foreign exchanges face Google Play lockout under South Korea’s VASP rules January 17, 2026 9:21 am crypto.news Google Play will block unlicensed foreign crypto apps in South Korea, tightening VASP enforcement and boosting domestic exchanges like Upbit and Bithumb. Summary Google now requires crypto exchanges and wallets to hold South Korean VASP registration to …
• Reforming NHS referrals will ‘support shift away from default in-person appointments’ January 17, 2026 9:20 am PublicTechnology After MPs suggested government was treating digital as a silver bullet for elective care improvements, DHSC has acknowledged that tackling waiting lists ‘requires organisational and cultural change, not just technology’ Ongoing transformation of NHS …
• Ahead of the Quantinuum IPO, Should You Buy Honeywell Stock? January 17, 2026 9:15 am Barchart A concept image of a green and yellow motherboard_ Image by Gorodenkoff via Shutterstock_ Shares of industrial technology solutions provider Honeywell International (HON) are up this week after reports emerged that the company is looking to go for an …
• Huawei, ZTE to be hit as EU moves to force phase-out of Chinese equipment in critical infrastructure: Report January 17, 2026 8:59 am Mint Chinese companies including Huawei Technologies Co. and ZTE Corp. are staring at expulsion from European Union critical infrastructure, as the bloc moves to force the phase out of Chinese made equipment from its telecom networks and solar energy systems, …
• WhatsApp, Gmail Users Hacked: Sophisticated Middle East Hacking and Cyber-Espionage Campaign Target High-Profile Users January 17, 2026 8:56 am Latestly Mumbai, January 17: A sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign has been uncovered targeting high-profile individuals across the Middle East, including government ministers, academics, and business leaders. The operation, first identified by UK-based Iranian …
• Researchers Gain Access to StealC Malware Command-and-Control Systems January 17, 2026 8:46 am Cyber Security News Security researchers successfully exploited vulnerabilities in the StealC malware infrastructure, gaining access to operator control panels and exposing a threat actor’s identity through their own stolen session cookies. The breach highlights critical …
• Cybersecurity technologies to watch out for in 202... January 17, 2026 8:45 am Media India Group Artificial intelligence is the defining force in cybersecurity this year. According to the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Global Cybersecurity Outlook, 94 pc of cybersecurity leaders believe AI will be the most influential factor in cybersecurity through 2026 …