Science & Technology
Why Are China’s Humanoid Robot Makers Racing to Go Public?
Chinese robot maker Unitree has priced its Shanghai initial public offering at 150.80 yuan per share, seeking to raise 6.1 billion yuan ($904 million)...
When AI Chatbot Becomes a Political Actor
In Brazil’s 2026 election, a voter may ask a chatbot which candidate best matches her priorities. Under Resolution No. 23.755/2026, which amended Brazil’s standing electoral-propaganda...
Flying Blind: Why the Global South Needs Proximate-Risk AI for Food Security
A food crisis rarely arrives with a bang. It slips in quietly—through smaller bags of rice, thinner meals, and prices that change faster than...
The New East India Companies: How Tech Giants Are Colonizing the Global South for AI
For decades, historian’s discussion about colonialism has revolved around large armies, territorial conquests and vast empires. Yet, they often fail to focus on the...
SpaceX IPO Surge Fuels China Space Race Despite Persistent Tech Gap
The record $75 billion SpaceX initial public offering has intensified momentum in China’s commercial space industry, with startups accelerating fundraising and IPO plans to...
Digital Blackmail: The Hidden Architecture of Dependence
If you study the history of the British East India Trading Company, it’s astonishing that a company founded in London in 1600 managed to...
China’s Complex Relationship With Elon Musk: Hero or Villain?
In China, Elon Musk has gained both admiration and criticism. While he is seen as a visionary, he has faced scrutiny from regulators and...
The Stack as a Strategic Frontier: What France’s Linux Turn Means for the Global South
A software decision with geopolitical weight
The next sovereignty crisis may not begin at the border. It may begin inside the stack. France’s move away...
Meta AI Deal Blocked, Raising Concerns Over China Tech Investments Abroad
China's decision to block Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus has raised concerns for global investors interested in advanced tech firms connected...
AI Accelerates Warfare In Iran But Raises Urgent Humanitarian Risks
The ongoing US-Israel war on Iran has been described by some analysts as the “first AI war,” reflecting how artificial intelligence is reshaping military...