Author: Rachel Maddow

OpenAI enlisted SK Hynix and Samsung to supply high-bandwidth memory for its $500bn Stargate project.Investors drove SK Hynix shares up 10% and lifted Samsung Electronics over 3% in Seoul trading.Both companies now play key roles in powering OpenAI’s supercomputer network across multiple continents. Samsung dominates global DRAM and NAND flash production, powering servers, smartphones, and data centers worldwide.SK Hynix ranks second in DRAM output and leads the high-bandwidth memory market for AI processors.Together, they control over half of the world’s memory market, shaping prices, capacity, and technology. High-Bandwidth Memory Powers AI Expansion High-bandwidth memory moves massive data volumes at ultra-fast…

Eurozone inflation climbed to 2.2% in September, driven by rising services and energy costs.Core inflation remained steady at 2.3%, signaling persistent underlying price pressures.Eurostat reported prices increased 0.1% month-on-month, matching August’s pace and economist predictions. Services posted the highest growth at 3.2% annually, up slightly from 3.1% in August.Food, alcohol, and tobacco prices rose 3.0%, easing from 3.2%, while non-energy goods stayed at 0.8%.Energy costs fell 0.4%, a slower decline than August’s 2.0%. Estonia reported the highest national inflation at 5.2%, followed by Croatia and Slovakia at 4.6%.Cyprus showed no annual change, and France rose modestly by 1.1%.Italy and Portugal…

Zhimin Qian, 47, tricked more than 128,000 victims in China and tried to hide stolen cryptocurrency in UK property.UK courts convicted Qian for leading a Bitcoin fraud tied to the world’s largest cryptocurrency seizure worth £5.5 billion.Qian, also called Yadi Zhang, admitted at Southwark Crown Court that she illegally acquired and held the cryptocurrency. Escape and Money Laundering Police said her guilty plea followed a seven-year international investigation into money laundering.Between 2014 and 2017, Qian defrauded thousands in China and converted stolen funds into Bitcoin assets.She fled China with forged documents, entered the UK, and attempted to launder her ill-gotten…

Researchers tested VER-01, a cannabis-based extract, on patients with persistent lower back pain. Patients reported clear pain relief over several months. Scientists designed VER-01 to provide therapeutic effects without the addiction risks or serious side effects associated with opioids. Chronic lower back pain affects an estimated 619 million people worldwide and represents the most common cause of disability. Traditional treatments, including NSAIDs and opioids, either fail to relieve pain fully or carry significant health risks. Experts say new therapies like VER-01 could fill a crucial gap in treatment options. Clinical Trial Demonstrates Significant Benefits The trial enrolled 820 adults with…

Germany will build Europe’s strongest conventional army, Chancellor Merz announced in May. The government must address troop shortages with new service programs and quickly supply modern equipment. Berlin plans 154 major defense procurements between September 2025 and December 2026, spending up to €83 billion. Most contracts will go to European firms, with only eight percent sourced from the United States. US arms exports to Europe tripled from 2020 to 2024, with Germany increasing imports by 334 percent. Berlin now prioritizes “Buy European” to reduce dependence on American defense systems. Risks of Relying on US Weapons Josef Braml, US security expert,…

Tens of thousands of people marched through Berlin on Saturday, demanding an end to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Protesters chanted slogans like “free, free Palestine” and called for urgent action to stop Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Police deployed 1,800 officers to monitor the 50,000 demonstrators who marched from Alexanderplatz to the Victory Column. Demonstrators urged Germany to halt arms exports to Israel and pressured the European Union to impose sanctions. Fifty organizations, including Amnesty International and Die Linke, coordinated the rally, while some smaller protests faced police intervention. Clashes and Counter-Demonstrations About 100 people rallied in Berlin to support Israel and oppose…

Interpol, coordinating 196 member countries, directed a large-scale crackdown on cybercrime across Africa.Authorities arrested 260 suspects involved in romance scams and sextortion during operations in July and August.Criminals built online romantic connections, extorted money, and threatened victims with intimate images.Investigators reported over 1,400 victims lost nearly $2.8 million (€2.4 million) to these digital fraud schemes. Fraud Schemes Exploit Trust and Technology Interpol officials said scammers used fake identities to trick victims into paying shipment fees and sharing private videos.Ghanaian authorities detained 68 suspects involved in scams and blackmail operations.Senegalese police captured 22 individuals who posed as celebrities to defraud over…

Rescue teams recovered five decomposed bodies 550 kilometers south of Tobruk in the Great Sand Sea.Authorities transported the remains to Tobruk. Red Crescent called the deaths a grim example of the “death journey.”Abreen, a Libyan aid group, identified the victims as likely Sudanese and shared photos of the recovery operation. Migrants Face Extreme Dangers Migrants cross Libya to reach Europe, fleeing war and poverty in Africa and the Middle East.Travelers risk desert heat, scarce water, and unsafe sea crossings.In December, 61 migrants, including women and children, drowned off Zuwara.In May, a desert vehicle breakdown killed seven Sudanese migrants after 11…

A drone launched from Yemen struck Eilat Wednesday, wounding at least 22 people, local medics reported.The Israeli military confirmed air defences failed to intercept the drone along the Red Sea coast.Authorities have not confirmed whether injuries came from the drone or an interceptor. Police Secure Crash Zone Bomb disposal teams examined the drone debris while police warned residents to avoid the area.Authorities advised the public not to touch remnants that might contain explosives.The Israeli military asked citizens to follow Home Front Command safety instructions issued on Telegram.Emergency medical services reported two people suffered serious injuries, and others sustained minor wounds.…

President Trump told the UN that uncontrolled migration and energy decisions threaten Europe’s stability and culture.He called unchecked immigration a “double-tailed monster” and warned that nations will collapse if ignored.Trump criticized leaders for prioritizing politeness over security and urged immediate border reforms.He accused the UN of enabling mass entries into the U.S. and funding illegal migration. Historic Conflicts Resolved in Months Trump claimed he ended seven long-standing wars in only seven months.He cited disputes in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia where he negotiated peace.Trump said he acted alone while the UN failed to support his efforts.He suggested these…