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- 1UK military jamming other nations' satellites, BBC told●UK military jamming other nations' satellites to defend itself, BBC told
The UK military is jamming satellites belonging to other nations as a defensive measure, according to information given to the BBC. The disclosure sheds light on electronic warfare operations in orbit, an area where states rarely acknowledge offensive or disruptive capabilities. It highlights growing concerns about the militarisation of space and the risks of escalation between countries relying on satellite infrastructure.
- 2Nvidia adds LG Electronics as preferred cooling provider●Nvidia is tackling its massive AI power bottleneck by bringing LG Electronics into its Partner Network as a preferred co
Nvidia has brought LG Electronics into its Partner Network as a preferred cooling provider, as the company works to address the enormous power and heat demands of its AI data centre hardware. The deal gives LG a direct route to supply thermal management technology, amid growing focus on cooling as a bottleneck for AI infrastructure.
- 3U.S. Moves to Break China's Grip on Critical Minerals●See How the U.S. Is Attacking China’s Control of Critical Minerals
The Wall Street Journal reports on U.S. efforts to challenge China's dominance over critical minerals such as rare earths, which are essential for electronics, electric vehicles and defense systems. The report examines how Washington is working to build alternative supply chains and reduce reliance on Chinese processing and exports.
- 4EFF urges court to strike drone rule barring filming immigration agents●Vacate a drone restriction that criminalized recording immigration agents
The Electronic Frontier Foundation is pressing the DC Circuit to vacate a drone flight restriction that effectively criminalized recording immigration agents from the air. The group argues the rule blocks lawful First Amendment activity, preventing the public and journalists from documenting federal immigration enforcement operations. The case is now before the appeals court, drawing attention from civil liberties advocates.
- 5Chinese company linked to Russian war tech in Ukraine●A Chinese 'smart sex toys' company fed Russian war tech against Ukraine
EU Observer reports that a Chinese company best known for making smart sex toys supplied components or technology used in Russian weapons deployed against Ukraine, exposing what the outlet calls a blind spot in EU sanctions enforcement. The story highlights how dual-use electronics from consumer-goods firms can slip through European restrictions and reach Russia's war effort.
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