Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong has been acquitted of fraud charges in connection with a 2015 merger, ending a decade of legal battles. The ruling marks a significant moment for the conglomerate, with Lee pledging to discontinue the traditional family succession model.
The United States and China are locked in a high-stakes competition to dominate Artificial Intelligence. While the US currently holds an advantage in 'AI brains' – advanced chatbots and microchips – China excels in 'AI bodies' such as robotics. However, recent developments, including China's cost-effective AI models and a surge in robotics, indicate a rapidly evolving dynamic where previous leads are becoming less secure.
Donald Trump has reiterated his criticisms of NATO's support for the US in the Iran conflict, despite what NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described as a "very frank" meeting at the White House. Trump's renewed concerns highlight ongoing tensions within the transatlantic alliance.
