Today: 25 May 2026

Internet Access in Syria

Internet Access in Syria

Syria opened public internet access around 2000, years after establishing its first connection in 1997. By 2010–2011, about 4.5 million Syrians were online, but the government kept strict control over infrastructure and content. As of 2021, internet penetration reached 46–47%, still well below the regional average.
7 February 2025
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Google’s Bard ‘Learnt Bengali’ Claim Has a Data Problem, Former Researcher Says

Google’s Bard ‘Learnt Bengali’ Claim Has a Data Problem, Former Researcher Says

A former Google AI researcher says Google’s claim that its Bard system “learned” Bengali on its own is misleading, citing company data showing Bengali was already in its training mix. The dispute follows a 2023 “60 Minutes” segment where Google executives called Bard’s language abilities a “black box.” Bard has since been rebranded as Gemini and integrated into Google’s core products.
6 July 2024
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Zebra Medical Vision’s AI Reads Medical Images. Now Comes the Hospital Test

Zebra Medical Vision’s AI Reads Medical Images. Now Comes the Hospital Test

Nanox.AI, formerly Zebra Medical Vision, is now the imaging software unit of Nasdaq-listed Nanox, which acquired Zebra for $100 million in 2021. The company reported losses and financing risk in its 2026 filing but said it added Cedars-Sinai as a trial partner and accelerated U.S. deployment of its Nanox.ARC systems. NICE approved Nanox AI tools for NHS use during a three-year evidence period. FDA cleared its HealthFLD liver analysis software in 2024.
2 February 2024
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AI Layoffs in 2023: The Real Number Was 4,247, and the Next Wave Is Harder to Count

AI Layoffs in 2023: The Real Number Was 4,247, and the Next Wave Is Harder to Count

U.S. employers cited artificial intelligence in 4,247 announced job cuts in 2023, according to Challenger, Gray & Christmas. By March 2026, AI was the top stated reason for U.S. job cuts that month, with 15,341 announced. The broader labor market showed 6.866 million job openings in March 2026, while layoffs remained at 1.2%, according to the Labor Department.
6 March 2023
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Stock Market Today

  • Blackstone Private Credit Fund to Buy Back 5% of Shares
    May 25, 2026, 11:21 AM EDT. Blackstone Private Credit Fund has announced a share repurchase program, aiming to buy back up to 93.1 million shares, which equals 5% of its outstanding shares. The move signals confidence in the firm's financial health and aims to boost shareholder value by reducing share count. This action typically supports the stock price by tightening supply. Blackstone's decision reflects a strategic choice amid current market conditions.

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25 May 2026
South Korea’s stock market was closed Monday for Buddha’s Birthday. SK hynix last traded at 1,941,000 won on May 22, up 6.7% for the week but below its recent high. Foreign investors sold 10 trillion won in SK hynix and Samsung Electronics last week. Regulators warned about new leveraged products tied to both chip stocks.
BlackBerry Rallies 19%; Quiet Holiday Week Could Test QNX Momentum

BlackBerry Surges, Eyes on Tuesday for Next Move

25 May 2026
BlackBerry’s Toronto shares hit a 52-week high Monday, trading at C$11.47 before settling at C$11.37. U.S. shares remain frozen at $7.91 with the NYSE closed for Memorial Day. The stock jumped 28% last week after strong Q4 results and a new record for QNX revenue. CIBC raised its price target to US$8.50, citing momentum in BlackBerry’s QNX and secure communications units.
LPKF Laser Stock Rips Higher Again — The Order Book May Decide What Happens Next

LPKF Laser Stock Rips Higher Again — The Order Book May Decide What Happens Next

25 May 2026
LPKF Laser & Electronics SE shares surged 14.92% to 28.50 euros in delayed Xetra trading Monday, extending a five-day gain to 31%. The rally comes despite first-quarter revenue dropping to 17.1 million euros and EBIT losses widening to 6.9 million euros. CEO Klaus Fiedler recently bought shares, while analysts warn optimism over LPKF’s glass technology outpaces current orders. The company’s AGM is set for June 4 in Hanover.
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