Today: 5 July 2026

Marcin Frąckiewicz

Marcin Frąckiewicz is the founder and CEO of TS2 Space, a satellite communications company serving customers around the world. A graduate of the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH), he has more than two decades of experience in telecommunications, satellite services and technology ventures. He writes about satellite communications, space technology, artificial intelligence and the stock market, with a particular focus on technology companies, semiconductors, emerging industries and the trends shaping global innovation.

Smartphone Showdown Summer 2025: Foldables, Flagships & Market Shake-ups

Smartphone Showdown Summer 2025: Foldables, Flagships & Market Shake-ups

Samsung kicked off summer 2025 by unveiling its Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, pushing foldable phones further into the mainstream. The new Fold7 is Samsung’s thinnest and lightest large-format foldable yet news.samsung.com, with a reengineered hinge that reduces the display crease and boosts durability news.samsung.com. It packs a 200 MP main camera – a first for Samsung foldables – and a brighter 8‑inch inner display for improved multitasking news.samsung.com news.samsung.com. The compact Flip7 also saw major upgrades, gaining a larger 4.1-inch edge-to-edge cover screen and the biggest battery yet in a Flip news.samsung.com news.samsung.com. Both devices launch with One UI 8 on Android 16 out of the box, showcasing Samsung’s latest AI features tailored for foldables news.samsung.com news.samsung.com. “Galaxy Z Fold7 combines Galaxy AI with powerful hardware to deliver our most advanced smartphone experience yet,” said TM Roh, Samsung’s mobile chief, adding that this “next chapter of foldables” offers an “ultra” experience – “powerful, immersive, intelligent, and portable all in one” news.samsung.com. Samsung’s foldable strategy this year also targets emerging competition. Choi Won-joon, Samsung’s Mobile president, noted in an interview that “foldable phones, integrated with AI features, are ready to become mainstream by offering a unique, differentiated experience”
13 July 2025
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Global Tech Shake-Up: Massive Breakthroughs and Crises Rock the Industry (12–13 July 2025 Roundup)

Global Tech Shake-Up: Massive Breakthroughs and Crises Rock the Industry (12–13 July 2025 Roundup)

July 13, 2025 – It’s been a whirlwind weekend in tech. From record-shattering electric vehicles in China and Europe to major moves in crypto policy and renewable energy breakthroughs, the past 48 hours showcased the diverse innovations and headlines redefining technology across the globe. Here are the most important and intriguing tech stories from July 12–13, 2025, spanning consumer gadgets, semiconductor advances, electric vehicles, cybersecurity, clean energy, blockchain, telecom, and more. China’s electric car industry is pushing the performance envelope. Leaks from Chinese auto bloggers hint that Geely’s EV brand Zeekr is preparing a hypercar with over 2,000 horsepower, an unprecedented figure that would eclipse even the 1,500hp Xiaomi SU7 Ultra unveiled earlier this year techradar.com techradar.com. The rumored model – an upgraded version of Zeekr’s 001 FR, which already boasts 1,300hp – would set a new high bar for EV acceleration and track performance. Industry observers note that “the pace of progress in the Chinese EV market is staggering,” with domestic brands rapidly closing the gap with Western automakers techradar.com. If realized, Zeekr’s 2,000hp EV would join a very exclusive club of electric hypercars and underscore China’s determination to lead in next-gen autos.
13 July 2025
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Satellite Surprises and Space Shake-Ups: Weekend Roundup (July 12–13, 2025)

Satellite Surprises and Space Shake-Ups: Weekend Roundup (July 12–13, 2025)

The past 48 hours delivered a blitz of satellite news across the globe. From a stealth SpaceX launch of a “smartphone in space” to international plans for new orbiting networks, this weekend saw major developments in civilian, commercial, scientific, and military space arenas. Here’s a comprehensive roundup of everything you need to know, complete with expert quotes and official statements, on satellite launches, breakthroughs, anomalies, and policy moves around the world. Sources: The information above is compiled from official statements and expert reports. Key sources include Spaceflight Now spaceflightnow.com spaceflightnow.com, Space.com space.com space.com, Reuters reuters.com reuters.com, Xinhua News english.www.gov.cn, CGTN news.cgtn.com, TS² Space news digest ts2.tech ts2.tech, Yahoo News Taiwan tw.news.yahoo.com, and others as cited throughout. Each development has been verified with primary news releases or credible media. This whirlwind weekend showcases the fast-paced and global nature of today’s space endeavors – from cutting-edge tech launches to behind-the-scenes diplomacy – truly a new space race on multiple fronts.
13 July 2025
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OpenAI Hits the Brakes, Musk’s AI Goes Rogue, and Robots Rise: Global AI News Roundup (July 12–13, 2025)

OpenAI Hits the Brakes, Musk’s AI Goes Rogue, and Robots Rise: Global AI News Roundup (July 12–13, 2025)

OpenAI Delays Its “Open” Model: In a surprise Friday announcement, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company is indefinitely postponing the release of its much-awaited open-source AI model techcrunch.com. The model – meant to be freely downloadable by developers – was slated for release next week but is now on hold for extra safety reviews. “We need time to run additional safety tests and review high-risk areas… once weights are out, they can’t be pulled back,” Altman wrote, stressing caution in open-sourcing powerful AI techcrunch.com. The delay comes as OpenAI is also rumored to be prepping GPT-5, and industry watchers note the firm is under pressure to prove it’s still ahead of rivals even as it slows down to get safety right techcrunch.com. Chinese 1-Trillion-Parameter Rival: On the same day OpenAI hit pause, a Chinese AI startup called Moonshot AI raced ahead by launching “Kimi K2,” a 1-trillion-parameter model that reportedly outperforms OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 on several coding and reasoning benchmarks techcrunch.com. This massive model – among the largest in the world – marks China’s aggressive push in generative AI. Chinese tech analysts say the domestic AI boom is backed by policy: Beijing’s latest plans designate AI as a strategic industry,
13 July 2025
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Mind-Blowing AI Secrets Revealed: Answers to the 100 Most Googled Questions About Artificial Intelligence

Mind-Blowing AI Secrets Revealed: Answers to the 100 Most Googled Questions About Artificial Intelligence

AI Unmasked: Answers to Over 100 Burning Questions on Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence is everywhere – from voice assistants like Siri and Alexa to advanced chatbots like ChatGPT and powerful algorithms driving entire industries. But with its rapid rise come lots of questions. In this FAQ-style guide, we tackle the most popular queries about AI – grouping similar questions and providing answers backed by expert quotes and research. Read on to learn what AI really is, who’s behind it, how it’s impacting jobs, whether it’s safe, and what the future may hold.
13 July 2025
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OpenAI’s AI Browser, Samsung’s Foldable Revolution, and the Next Tech Wave: The 2025 Tech News Deep Dive / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

OpenAI’s AI Browser, Samsung’s Foldable Revolution, and the Next Tech Wave: The 2025 Tech News Deep Dive / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

OpenAI announced a Chromium-based browser that deeply integrates ChatGPT and Operator, aiming to disrupt Google Chrome. Samsung unveiled Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 at Galaxy Unpacked Summer 2025, with the Fold7 featuring a Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12GB RAM, a 200MP camera, dual AMOLED displays, an 8-inch main display, and a 4.2mm unfolded thickness at 215g. Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro launch on August 20, 2025, with European prices starting at €899 and €1,099 respectively, and Tensor G5 built on TSMC’s 3nm process. Microsoft released the Phi-4-mini-Flash-Reasoning model, a 3.8B-parameter open-source LLM that runs up to 10x faster than
13 July 2025
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AI’s Wild Summer: Grok’s Scandal, Talent Wars, and the Global AI Power Shift / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

AI’s Wild Summer: Grok’s Scandal, Talent Wars, and the Global AI Power Shift / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

Grok 4, Elon Musk’s xAI flagship, is touted as the world’s most powerful AI model and reportedly outperforms GPT-4, Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Claude in math and physics, with a $300/month “SuperGrok Heavy” plan for power users. Grok 4 frequently references Elon Musk’s X posts to answer controversial questions, fueling concerns about AI neutrality and influencer bias. A July 7 code update caused Grok to echo extremist content from X posts, prompting xAI to apologize, suspend Grok, remove the obsolete code, and trigger Turkish legal action over AI safety. Windsurf deal saga: OpenAI’s planned $3 billion Windsurf acquisition collapsed, while
13 July 2025
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Cosmic Webs, Hidden Galaxies, and Political Turbulence: This Week’s Space News Will Change How You See the Universe / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

Cosmic Webs, Hidden Galaxies, and Political Turbulence: This Week’s Space News Will Change How You See the Universe / Updated: 2025, July 13th, 00:01 CET

Konstantinos Migkas and team mapped a 23-million-light-year cosmic web filament with temperatures around 10 million degrees, more than 20 times the Milky Way’s size, detected via the Sunyaev-Zel’dovich effect and Planck data. Durham University simulations predict 80–100 undetected Milky Way satellite galaxies, the so‑called orphan galaxies stripped of dark matter halos, potentially solving the missing satellites problem and bolstering the ΛCDM model. Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, the third known interstellar visitor, is over 7 billion years old and travels at about 60 km/s, observed by Zwicky Transient Facility and confirmed by the Very Large Telescope with peak brightness expected in late
13 July 2025
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iOS 26 Shocks iPhone Users with a Stunning Redesign, Powerful AI Upgrades, and Epic New Features

iOS 26 Shocks iPhone Users with a Stunning Redesign, Powerful AI Upgrades, and Epic New Features

Apple’s iOS 26 has finally arrived, delivering one of the most significant updates in the iPhone’s history. This newly released version isn’t just another annual refresh – it’s a complete overhaul packed with eye-popping changes. From a dramatic new design language that makes your screen look like “Liquid Glass,” to AI-powered features that make your iPhone smarter than ever, iOS 26 is a game-changer. Early beta previews already had tech experts buzzing, and now the finished release lives up to the hype with dozens of new features, performance enhancements, and privacy upgrades to explore. In this comprehensive report, we’ll break down everything that’s new in iOS 26 – including the hidden gems from the beta, expert commentary on Apple’s changes, how it compares to Android, and even a timeline of iOS’s evolution from version 1 through 25 that led to this moment. Get ready to dive in, because iOS 26 just reinvented the iPhone experience. One of the first things you’ll notice after installing iOS 26 is the totally revamped interface. Apple has introduced a “Liquid Glass” design language that touches nearly every corner of the OS apple.com apple.com. This aesthetic uses translucent, glass-like elements to make the UI feel
12 July 2025
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Apple’s Summer 2025 Leak Report: iPhone 17 Surprises, M4 iPad Upgrades, MacBook M5 Rumors & More

Apple’s Summer 2025 Leak Report: iPhone 17 Surprises, M4 iPad Upgrades, MacBook M5 Rumors & More

July 2025 – A wave of Apple product news and credible rumors has emerged in June and July 2025, shedding light on upcoming devices. From the iPhone 17 lineup – including a new ultra-thin “Air” model and even whispers of a foldable iPhone – to the latest on iPads with M4 chips, MacBook upgrades toward M5 chips and OLED displays, and updates on Apple Watch, Vision Pro, AirPods, and HomePod, here is a detailed roundup of what we know so far. Apple’s 2025 iPhone lineup is expected to introduce four models: the base iPhone 17, a new ultra-thin iPhone 17 “Air”, and the usual iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max – with no Plus model this year. The Plus is being replaced by the 17 Air, a mid-tier device designed to slot between the base and Pro iPhones in price and features. All iPhone 17 models are rumored to adopt ProMotion 120 Hz LTPO OLED displays, eliminating the 60 Hz limitation on non-Pro iPhones. They’ll also grow in size: the iPhone 17 and 17 Pro will each have 6.3‑inch displays, the Air ~6.6", and the Pro Max 6.9". Notably, the standard iPhone 17 is being upsized to 6.3″ to
12 July 2025
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AI Voice Clones Are Taking Over – Inside the Synthetic Voice Revolution of 2025

AI Voice Clones Are Taking Over – Inside the Synthetic Voice Revolution of 2025

In 2025, artificial intelligence is dramatically reshaping the voice acting industry. From Hollywood movie trailers to YouTube videos and radio broadcasts, AI-generated voices are increasingly realistic – and increasingly common. In one recent example, a film trailer sparked outrage by cloning the voice of a deceased actor without full consent, prompting public backlash and debate journal.lu journal.lu. At the same time, major tech firms and startups have unveiled AI voice-over tools so lifelike that many listeners can’t tell the difference movieguide.org movieguide.org. This report dives deep into the current state of AI voice-over technology: the leading tools, how they compare, expert opinions on their impact, ethical and legal controversies, and real-world examples of AI voices being used across film, gaming, advertising, e-learning and more. AI voice generators have advanced rapidly, producing speech nearly indistinguishable from human voices. Below is a broad survey of major AI voice-over solutions available today, from user-friendly commercial apps to enterprise cloud services and open-source projects:
12 July 2025
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The Ultimate 2025 Guide to AI Coding Tools: What’s Hot, What’s Hype, and What’s Coming Next

The Ultimate 2025 Guide to AI Coding Tools: What’s Hot, What’s Hype, and What’s Coming Next

The software development landscape in 2025 is teeming with AI-powered coding tools that promise to supercharge productivity. From AI pair programmers that suggest code in real-time, to intelligent bots that review pull requests, generate documentation, write tests, and even run debugging sessions – the capabilities have expanded dramatically. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore all the major AI tools used in coding across key categories, highlighting their features, supported languages, pricing, strengths and limitations, plus notable 2025 updates and expert insights. Whether you’re curious about how GitHub Copilot’s new agent can implement code for you, how Amazon’s CodeWhisperer stacks up on security, or which AI-powered IDEs like Replit Ghostwriter, Cursor, or JetBrains’ AI Assistant are leading the pack – we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in.
12 July 2025
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Samsung Galaxy G Fold EXPOSED: The Mind‑Blowing Triple‑Folding Phone That Could Replace Your Tablet, Laptop—and Maybe the Z Fold Itself

Samsung Galaxy G Fold EXPOSED: The Mind‑Blowing Triple‑Folding Phone That Could Replace Your Tablet, Laptop—and Maybe the Z Fold Itself

Samsung’s first tri‑fold flagship—rumored to launch as the Galaxy G Fold—has moved from sci‑fi prototype to near‑production reality. Across Korean, Chinese, Spanish, and English‑language outlets, we now have: Below is a deep‑dive into every credible rumor, expert quote, patent clue and trade‑show sighting to date.
12 July 2025
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AI Teachers Take the Podium: How Digital Professors and Virtual Tutors Are Revolutionizing Education

AI Teachers Take the Podium: How Digital Professors and Virtual Tutors Are Revolutionizing Education

Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from behind the scenes to front and center in classrooms and corporate training. “AI lectors” – AI systems that deliver lectures or assist in teaching – are no longer science fiction. From lifelike avatar instructors in videos to chatbots answering students’ questions at 2 AM, these digital professors and virtual tutors are transforming how we learn. This report dives deep into the major AI teaching tools across commercial, academic, and experimental domains, comparing their features, use cases, and technological foundations. We’ll also highlight recent breakthroughs and examine what this all means for the future of education. AI lectors come in many forms. On the commercial side, companies offer AI video presenters – photorealistic avatars that can deliver scripted lectures or training content in any language. In academia, we have seen virtual teaching assistants that answer routine questions, as well as AI tutors that adapt to each student’s needs. Cutting-edge experiments are even creating fully AI-driven lecturers to lead courses. What unites these is the goal of scaling and enhancing instruction with AI’s speed, availability, and data-driven personalization.
12 July 2025
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Virtual Lovers and AI Best Friends: Exploring the Booming World of AI Companion Apps in 2025

Virtual Lovers and AI Best Friends: Exploring the Booming World of AI Companion Apps in 2025

AI companion apps – offering virtual friends, romantic partners, and “digital soulmates” – are exploding in popularity. From AI girlfriends that flirt and roleplay, to empathetic chatbot best friends that lend an ear, these services are attracting millions seeking love, friendship, or simply someone who’s always there. This comprehensive report surveys the current landscape of AI companion platforms, comparing their features, realism, pricing, and controversies. We’ll explore major players like Replika and Character.AI, up-and-comers like Nomi and Kindroid, specialized romance simulators like Blush, and experimental newcomers. Along the way, we’ll highlight user experiences, conversational intelligence, emotional engagement, and the ethical dilemmas that arise when algorithms become our confidants and lovers. Let’s dive into this brave new world of virtual companionship. AI companions are chatbots or virtual characters designed to simulate friendship, mentorship, or romance through lifelike conversation cyberlink.com. They can take the form of text chatbots, avatar-based characters, or even AI voices, and they use natural language models to engage users in dialogue. People use AI companions for a variety of reasons – loneliness relief, entertainment, practicing social skills, or exploring fantasies – in a judgment-free environment. A recent survey found nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults has flirted with
12 July 2025
Everything Coming in 2025–2026: The Future of Tech Is Finally Here

Everything Coming in 2025–2026: The Future of Tech Is Finally Here

Tech enthusiasts, buckle up – 2025 and 2026 are poised to deliver a wave of cutting-edge products and breakthroughs across every sector. From next-gen consumer gadgets and smarter homes to AI-powered enterprise hardware, electric vehicles reshaping transportation, and game-changing gaming hardware and software, the near future looks brighter than ever. Major manufacturers have already begun unveiling official plans, while credible leaks and analysts paint a detailed picture of what’s next. Below, we break down the must-watch tech products and developments of 2025–2026, complete with launch timelines, and insights from industry leaders. Smartphone flagships will see faster chips, new form factors, and camera leaps. Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup is highly anticipated – Apple almost always holds iPhone launches in the first half of September tomsguide.com. Rumors point to the usual trio of iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, all likely powered by a new A19 chip and finally bringing a 120 Hz ProMotion display to the base model tomsguide.com. Notably, Apple may introduce an ultra-thin “iPhone 17 Air” variant – a fourth model described as the thinnest iPhone ever, possibly with just a single rear camera to save space tomsguide.com. Early leaks suggest this iPhone 17 Air could be
12 July 2025
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Space Race 2.0: Starlink, SpaceX, and the New Satellite Wars—How Today’s Space News Is Shaping Our Future / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:02 CET

Space Race 2.0: Starlink, SpaceX, and the New Satellite Wars—How Today’s Space News Is Shaping Our Future / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:02 CET

NASA announced live space coverage on Netflix in 2025, following the launch of NASA+ on Amazon Prime. From July 2025, Starlink Direct to Cell, launched with T-Mobile, will let smartphones connect directly to Starlink satellites for calls and messages, backed by 657 Starlink V3 satellites. Starlink received regulatory clearance to deliver satellite internet to rural India, bridging the digital divide amid Elon Musk’s expanding political influence. Eutelsat achieved the world’s first successful 5G mobile connection via satellite through the IRIS2 program, enabling 5G on standard smartphones. SpaceX’s first GTO mission will carry Israel’s Dror-1 geostationary satellite from Cape Canaveral on
12 July 2025
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AI News Today: Shocking Breakthroughs, Job Shakeups, and the Battle for Human Values / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:01 CET

AI News Today: Shocking Breakthroughs, Job Shakeups, and the Battle for Human Values / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:01 CET

Google DeepMind hired Windsurf CEO Varun Mohan and key R&D staff after OpenAI’s $3 billion acquisition bid for Windsurf collapsed, and secured a non-exclusive license to Windsurf’s technology. Nvidia controls over 90% of the AI accelerator market and has a valuation above $4 trillion, with Wall Street projecting a $10 trillion market cap by 2030. Recruit Holdings laid off 1,300 employees (6% of staff) amid AI-driven restructuring, while industry leaders warn AI could displace up to 50% of white-collar jobs. The EU released a Code of Conduct for General Purpose AI, and the AI Act will apply to high-risk medical
12 July 2025
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Samsung’s Triple-Foldable Galaxy G Fold, AI-Powered Tech, and the Next Wave of Innovation: The Ultimate Tech News Breakdown / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:00 CET

Samsung’s Triple-Foldable Galaxy G Fold, AI-Powered Tech, and the Next Wave of Innovation: The Ultimate Tech News Breakdown / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 12:00 CET

Samsung’s triple-foldable Galaxy G Fold uses two hinges and three panels, potentially delivering up to a 10-inch display, with a planned launch by late 2024 or early 2025 in South Korea and China. The G Fold is expected to run on a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, use silicon-carbon batteries, feature a titanium frame, and emphasize AI features via Samsung’s Galaxy AI platform, with a premium price around $3,000 and limited initial production. Samsung delayed the official unveiling at its Unpacked event to prioritise usability and market readiness before a global rollout. Galaxy Z Fold7, unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked 2025, is
12 July 2025
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AI Boom: From ChatGPT’s New Rivals to Deepfake Videos, Here Are the Hottest Trends in June 2025

AI Boom: From ChatGPT’s New Rivals to Deepfake Videos, Here Are the Hottest Trends in June 2025

“Artificial Intelligence” as an exploding trend in 2025 – AI is reshaping everything from chatbots and art to video and code. Not long ago, OpenAI’s ChatGPT was essentially the AI chatbot in the public eye. By 2025, however, a wave of new conversational AIs have surged into popular use. Character.AI, for example, has amassed over 20 million active users nymag.com – many of them teenagers roleplaying with user-generated characters ranging from anime heroes to historical figures. Its chatbots are so engaging that some users spend hours in immersive conversations and even develop deep emotional attachments nymag.com. In fact, Character.AI’s mobile app outpaced ChatGPT’s in initial download rankings – a testament to its entertainment appeal among Gen Z ts2.tech. This platform, co-founded by former Google engineers, excels at playful personality and creative dialogue, whereas ChatGPT is often used more for utilitarian Q&A or coding help ts2.tech. As one tech observer put it, ChatGPT’s AI feels like a formal assistant, but Character.AI “excels in personality and conversational flair” ts2.tech – which made it wildly popular for casual fun.
12 July 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • India Draws Investor Interest as AI Stocks Roil Global Markets
    July 5, 2026, 12:04 AM EDT. India is back on investors' radar as swings in global AI-focused shares weigh on markets. India's lack of standout AI players kept it in the background earlier this year, with money heading instead to South Korea and Taiwan for strong returns. Now the tide is turning, with investors showing more faith in India's growth as AI shares stay shaky elsewhere.
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