Historical Overview of Internet Development in Cuba Cuba was relatively late to join the global internet. The first internet connection on the island was established in 1996 – a modest 64 Kbps link via Sprint in the United States en.wikipedia.org. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, expansion of internet access stagnated due to a…
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A Global Broadband Transformation is Underway The world’s internet infrastructure is undergoing a revolutionary upgrade in 2025. Fiber-optic networks are rapidly expanding across both developed and emerging markets, delivering multi-gigabit speeds and unprecedented reliability. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is being infused into network operations, making internet services smarter and more efficient. Together,…
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YouTube Loosens Profanity Rules for Monetization YouTube implemented a significant policy relaxation around profanity on July 30, allowing creators to monetize videos that contain swearing under certain conditions techcrunch.com. Previously, even mild swearing in the first 8–15 seconds could fully demonetize a video, but the updated rule permits ads as long as strong language is…
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Introduction: A New Vision in Microscopy Microscope technology is advancing at a breakneck pace – and the latest models of 2025 and beyond promise to revolutionize how scientists and hobbyists alike explore the micro-world. From AI-powered imaging software to hybrid systems combining multiple modalities, these next-gen microscopes are breaking old limits in resolution, speed, and…
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Artificial intelligence grabbed global headlines on July 28–29, 2025, with a whirlwind of major developments. From government blueprints aiming to dominate the AI race, to corporate power plays and remarkable research feats, these two days showcased AI’s explosive growth across policy, industry, research, and society. Below, we round up the biggest AI news of the…
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Artificial intelligence has evolved from a tech novelty into a must-have utility by 2025, permeating every industry and daily workflow. As Shark Tank investor Mark Cuban warned, “if you don’t understand [AI] — learn it. Because otherwise, you’re going to be a dinosaur within three years.” peak.ai In this comprehensive report, we’ll explore the top…
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The Dassault Mirage family of fighter jets – from the early Mirage III through the Mirage F1, Mirage 2000, and the ambitious Mirage 4000 – represents one of the most storied lineages in aviation. These French delta-wing warriors carved out a legendary reputation for speed, versatility, and global impact. Born in the Cold War, the Mirage jets combined elegant…
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Introduction: When Your Gadgets Become Illegal Overseas A British oil executive on a yoga retreat in the Himalayas found himself in an Indian jail for nearly a week – his crime was carrying a satellite phone qz.com. In another case, a Canadian traveler was detained at a Goan airport simply for having a Garmin GPS…
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Consumer Technology: Smartphones, Gadgets & Electric Vehicles Huawei Leaps Back to #1: China’s smartphone market saw a shakeup in Q2 2025 as Huawei regained the top spot with 12.5 million units shipped, its first time at #1 in over four years finance.sina.com.cn. IDC attributes Huawei’s comeback to “strong brand promotion and effective channel policies” after…
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Starlink and SpaceX News Roundup for July 2025 July 2025 was a blockbuster month for SpaceX and its Starlink satellite internet venture. From major service expansions and regulatory greenlights to record-breaking launch milestones and crucial test flights, SpaceX made headlines on multiple fronts. Starlink’s customer base surged into the millions and it rolled out Direct-to-Cell…
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