In a landmark transaction for the satellite and telecommunications industry, EchoStar has announced the sale of its spectrum licenses to SpaceX for $17 billion. The deal represents one of the largest moves in the satellite connectivity and space-tech sector this year and highlights the growing importance of spectrum in global broadband expansion. What the Deal […]
The European Commission has imposed a €2.95 billion ($3.45 billion) fine on Google for breaching EU antitrust rules by distorting competition in the advertising technology industry. This marks the fourth major EU sanction against the tech giant since 2017. Key Findings The Commission’s investigation revealed that Google abused its dominant position by favoring its own
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Nepal is facing significant political unrest following a government-imposed ban on 26 major social media platforms. What began as a digital crackdown has evolved into a nationwide movement, challenging corruption and demanding democratic reforms. The Cause: Government Mandates and Platform Non-Compliance On August 17, 2025, Nepal’s Supreme Court issued a directive requiring all online platforms—domestic
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Bengaluru, September 2025 — Flipkart, one of India’s largest e-commerce companies, has announced the appointment of Balaji Thiagarajan as its new Chief Technology and Product Officer (CTPO). The move is being seen as a major step in strengthening Flipkart’s innovation pipeline and technological capabilities as competition in India’s e-commerce sector intensifies. A Veteran Tech Leader
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China unveiled a series of strategic initiatives aimed at boosting regional economic cooperation and promoting the use of its currency in international trade. Electro-Yuan System for Energy Trade China proposed an “electro-yuan” system—a digital version of the renminbi—to facilitate energy trade with Central Asian partners. This
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, says officials are “working very, very hard” to bring an end to the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war. Kellogg’s comments came during his visit to Kyiv, where he met with Ukrainian leaders to discuss potential pathways for peace. Diplomatic Efforts Underway Kellogg emphasized that the
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Asian stock markets saw a strong rally in mid-August as the United States and China agreed to extend their tariff truce, easing investor concerns about escalating trade tensions. The announcement sparked optimism, pushing Japan’s Nikkei 225 to record highs and boosting major indices across the region. Tariff Truce Extension Boosts Investor Confidence On August 11,
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