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D-8 advances SME cooperation with implementation roadmap
The 9th D-8 SME meeting highlighted the critical role of SMEs in driving growth, innovation, and intra-bloc trade, while advancing coordinated action plans and stronger cooperation to enhance SME development across member states.
04 May 2026
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Russia Kazakhstan launch Soyuz-5 rocket in Baiterek mission
Russia and Kazakhstan have marked a milestone in bilateral space cooperation with the successful maiden launch of the Soyuz-5 rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome. The joint Baiterek project vehicle, equipped with the world's most powerful liquid-propellant engine, lifted off Thursday evening Moscow time, heralding a new era of cost-effective, environmentally sustainable space exploration for Central Asia and beyond.
01 May 2026
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China tests world's first truck-mounted nuclear reactor prototype
Beijing has begun testing a groundbreaking mobile nuclear system designed to mount on vehicles, delivering 10 megawatts of power sufficient for artificial intelligence data centers. The prototype represents a significant leap in compact atomic energy technology, with Chinese officials highlighting its potential for remote locations, maritime vessels, and space applications while emphasizing inherent safety features and decades-long operational capacity without refueling.
29 April 2026
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Google staff urge CEO to reject Pentagon AI deal for classified work
Hundreds of employees warn that using artificial intelligence in military settings could lead to ‘lethal autonomous weapons’ and harm the company’s reputation.
28 April 2026
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Chernobyl at 40: From Soviet tragedy to modern security crisis
Four decades after the world's worst nuclear catastrophe, the Chernobyl power station stands as a stark warning of atomic risks. What began as a Soviet-era reactor failure continues to threaten regional stability today, caught between ongoing conflict and a decades-long decommissioning process that stretches toward 2065.
26 April 2026
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Arctic ice hits near-record low, Turkish expert warns of decline
Latest data reveals Arctic sea ice reached its second-lowest winter maximum on record this March, continuing a decade-long pattern of systematic decline. Turkish polar researcher Mahmut Oguz Selbesoglu warns that the region is warming four times faster than the global average, triggering a dangerous feedback loop that threatens global climate stability.
21 April 2026
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NASA coordinates probe into 11 missing nuclear scientists
NASA has confirmed coordination with federal authorities regarding the disturbing pattern of deaths and disappearances affecting 11 American nuclear and space researchers since 2023. The space agency emphasized that no immediate national security threat has been identified, though the White House has ordered a comprehensive FBI review to examine potential connections between the cases.
21 April 2026
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Iran arrests four for Starlink smuggling amid US-Israel spy claims
Iranian security forces have detained four individuals, including two foreigners, in the country's northwestern Jolfa region on accusations of smuggling Starlink satellite internet devices. Authorities allege the suspects maintained intelligence connections with American and Israeli networks. The operation occurs against the backdrop of a nationwide internet shutdown and ongoing military conflict between Tehran and Washington-Tel Aviv that has claimed over 3,300 lives since February.
19 April 2026
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Netflix Q1 net income surges 82.7% to $5.28 billion on $2.8 billion Warner Bros. termination fee
Netflix's net income surged 82.7% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026 to $5.28 billion, boosted by a $2.8 billion termination fee from a failed Warner Bros. transaction. Revenue rose 16.2% to $12.25 billion, exceeding earnings forecasts.
17 April 2026
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Starmer demands tech giants act on children's online safety
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer convenes executives from X, Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snap to demand immediate action protecting minors from digital harms. The Labour leader pledges decisive government intervention while pressing technology platforms for concrete safety measures.
16 April 2026
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Artemis II crew splashes down safely after record-breaking lunar mission
NASA’s Artemis II mission ended Friday with a flawless splashdown off the San Diego coast, as the Orion capsule returned four astronauts from the farthest distance ever travelled by humans. The crew flew around the moon, witnessed a space‑only solar eclipse, and set a new record of 406,771 kilometres from Earth.
11 April 2026
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Archaeologists in North Korea uncover 5,500-year-old salt production site
Archaeologists in North Korea have uncovered salt production sites dating back more than 5,000 years in Oncheon County near Nampo city, state-run media reported Thursday. The discovery reveals Neolithic and Bronze Age facilities, including a saltwater storage facility and salt roasting facility, the first of their kind found in the country.
09 April 2026
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Artemis II crew sets new record as farthest humans from Earth
NASA has announced that the Artemis II mission crew has become the farthest humans ever to travel from Earth, reaching a distance of 252,752 miles (406,700 kilometers). The achievement surpasses the five-decade-old record set by the Apollo 13 mission in 1970.
07 April 2026
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Türkiye launches 5G era, president hails ‘digital sovereignty’ milestone
At an official ceremony, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan says the new network will transform sectors from healthcare to defense, framing 5G as a matter of national security.
01 April 2026
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Turkish firm Fergani launches 5th satellite into orbit
Turkish space company Fergani Space has successfully placed its fifth test satellite, FGN-100-D3, into orbit aboard a SpaceX mission. The 113-kilogram satellite features domestically developed navigation and communications systems. The launch advances Türkiye’s ambition to build an independent space infrastructure, including a planned 100-plus satellite positioning constellation.
31 March 2026
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Türkiye launches 2nd LUNA satellite for IoT services
Turkish defense firm Aselsan has successfully launched its second satellite, LUNA-2, aboard a SpaceX rocket from California. The nanosatellite is part of Aselsan’s space-based Internet of Things program and was fully designed, developed, and produced using domestic capabilities. The launch strengthens Türkiye’s independent space technology ecosystem.
31 March 2026
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Türkiye aims to lead in 'technopolar' AI world
At Istanbul's Stratcom Summit 2026, experts warned that artificial intelligence is reshaping global information systems at unprecedented speed. Anadolu CEO Serdar Karagoz noted AI could add $15 trillion to the global economy by 2030 while raising trust and security concerns. Turkish officials outlined plans for a Türkiye-specific AI governance model balancing regulation with innovation.
29 March 2026
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X experiences global outage, thousands of users affected
US social media platform X experienced outages Thursday, affecting thousands of users worldwide, according to outage tracker Downdetector. Starting at 0645GMT, more than 30,000 users reported problems, with half related to feed and timeline issues and 41% to the application itself.
26 March 2026
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US jury orders Meta to pay $375 million for misleading users, enabling child harm
A US jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million in civil penalties, finding the company misled users about platform safety and allowed harm including child sexual exploitation. The New Mexico case marks the first bench trial holding the social media giant liable for actions on its platforms.
25 March 2026
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Volkswagen to convert German factory to make Iron Dome missiles for Israel
Automaker in talks with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems to transform Osnabrück plant, saving 2,300 jobs while supplying European governments.
25 March 2026
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China designs first tourist submersible capable of 1,000-meter ocean dives
Chinese scientists have designed the country's first tourist submersible capable of reaching 1,000 meters below the ocean surface, the South China Morning Post reported Monday. A prototype is planned by year-end with commercial operation expected by 2030, carrying up to four passengers per trip.
23 March 2026
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Bayraktar K2: Türkiye's new answer to modern warfare challenges
Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar has unveiled the Bayraktar K2 loitering munition, a domestically developed system with over 2,000 kilometers range and 200-kilogram warhead capacity. The platform reflects hard lessons from Ukraine and the Middle East, where low-cost, mass-producible strike systems have demonstrated the ability to grind down expensive defenses through economic pressure and sustained attrition. With AI integration and swarm capability, the K2 positions Türkiye at the forefront of emerging battlefield dynamics.
18 March 2026
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White hydrogen discovery could revolutionize global energy landscape
Scientists have identified vast deposits of naturally occurring white hydrogen within the Earth's crust that could meet global energy demand for centuries. Unlike manufactured hydrogen, which requires fossil fuels or expensive electrolysis, this geological hydrogen forms through ancient reactions between iron-rich rock and water, offering a potentially cheaper and cleaner alternative for decarbonizing heavy industries.
15 March 2026
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China approves first implantable brain-computer interface device
China's National Medical Products Administration has granted approval to the country's first implantable brain-computer interface device, developed by Neuracle Medical Technology for patients with partial paralysis from spinal cord injuries. Clinical trials demonstrated improved hand function in participants, marking a significant step in China's neurotechnology sector. The approval triggered sharp gains for Hong Kong-listed companies in the BCI space as domestic startups gain momentum against Western competitors like Elon Musk's Neuralink.
13 March 2026
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Asteroid 2024 YR4 to safely pass moon in 2032, ESA confirms
The European Space Agency announced Wednesday that new observations of asteroid 2024 YR4 have eliminated any risk of it striking the moon in 2032. The 53-67 meter space rock, initially feared to have a 4.3% chance of lunar impact, will pass at a safe distance of more than 20,000 kilometers, sparing Earth's satellites from potential debris.
12 March 2026
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From Bell's call to smartphones: 150 years of telephone evolution
March 10 marks 150 years since Alexander Graham Bell made the first telephone call in 1876, sparking a revolution that transformed global communication. From wired voice transmitters to today's smartphones used by 5.78 billion people, the telephone's journey reflects humanity's relentless drive to connect across distances.
10 March 2026
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Turkish scientists document rapid shrinkage of Shoesmith Glacier in Antarctica
Turkish researchers from the National Antarctic Science Expeditions have determined that Shoesmith Glacier on Horseshoe Island is shrinking at an alarming rate of approximately 10 meters per year. The team's observations over the past decade reveal significant ice loss, with the glacier retreating about 3 centimeters daily.
09 March 2026
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Data centers emerge as strategic targets as AI reshapes modern warfare
Iran's retaliatory strikes against Amazon Web Services facilities in Bahrain and the UAE mark a new phase of conflict where digital infrastructure has become a direct military target, according to SETA researcher Gloria Shkurti Ozdemir. The integration of commercial AI into warfare systems is blurring civilian-military boundaries and accelerating combat decision-making.
05 March 2026
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Türkiye's digital independence: AI, politics and the path to sovereignty
As artificial intelligence reshapes global politics, Türkiye faces a critical choice between becoming a digital colony of tech monopolies or emerging as a regional AI hub. With a TBMM parliamentary report charting the course, Ankara's push for national language models, data sovereignty, and ethical AI governance represents a strategic struggle for technological independence.
02 March 2026
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AI surge triggers “SaaS-pocalypse” fears
A wave of autonomous AI product launches has shaken global software stocks, wiping out billions in market value and fuelling concerns over a potential “SaaS-pocalypse.” Investors are questioning whether traditional software-as-a-service models can survive as companies increasingly adopt AI agents capable of automating core business functions internally.
27 February 2026
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AI reshapes jobs: Hybrid roles emerge as technology augments, not replaces, human workers
As AI adoption accelerates amid Big Tech layoffs, experts argue the technology is transforming rather than eliminating jobs, creating hybrid positions that blend technical expertise with traditional business skills. Kariyer.net CEO Fatih Uysal notes fields like law, finance, and HR are using AI as decision-support tools, boosting human capacity.
26 February 2026
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Study: ChatGPT Health missed emergency referrals
An independent study published in Nature Medicine found that ChatGPT Health, an AI-powered medical guidance tool reportedly used by 40 million people daily, failed to recommend emergency care in more than half of serious cases evaluated by physicians. Researchers warned that inconsistent triage decisions and suicide-crisis safeguards raise concerns about relying solely on artificial intelligence for urgent health decisions.
25 February 2026
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Türkiye's Loom Games acquired by Scopely in deal exceeding $1 billion, achieves unicorn status
The Istanbul-based studio, founded in 2025, was purchased by the US-Saudi gaming firm in a performance-based deal valuing the company above $1 billion. Its hit game Pixel Flow attracts over 10 million global players.
20 February 2026
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Gates pulls out of India AI summit amid renewed Epstein scrutiny
The Microsoft co-founder withdrew hours before his keynote address as newly released documents reignited focus on his past associations, with the Gates Foundation citing a desire to keep attention on summit priorities.
19 February 2026
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Meta and NVIDIA announce long-term AI infrastructure partnership
Meta Platforms and NVIDIA unveiled a multi-year strategic partnership Tuesday to expand Meta's AI-optimized data centers using NVIDIA's advanced computing and networking technologies. The collaboration aims to improve energy efficiency and support AI development across Meta's platforms including WhatsApp.
18 February 2026
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Alibaba launches powerful new AI model, intensifying global tech race
Chinese technology giant Alibaba has unveiled its next-generation artificial intelligence model, Qwen3.5, claiming significant improvements in performance and cost efficiency. The open-source system reportedly outperforms US competitors on multiple benchmarks while operating at 60% lower cost than its predecessor.
16 February 2026
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Google and YouTube reverse decisions after Palestine solidarity backlash
Two major digital platforms have reversed controversial actions against Palestine-supporting content following intense user pressure. Google restored the pro-Palestinian app UpScrolled to its Play Store after a brief suspension, while YouTube reactivated an activist's channel, demonstrating the growing influence of online solidarity movements.
16 February 2026
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UpScrolled returns to Google Play after brief suspension
UpScrolled, the rapidly growing TikTok alternative developed by Palestinian-Australian engineer Issam Hijazi, has been reinstated on the Google Play Store following a brief suspension announced Saturday. The platform experienced temporary removal amid server issues caused by a surge of millions of new users and debates over content moderation, including alleged "shadow banning" of pro-Palestinian content on mainstream platforms.
15 February 2026
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US military used Anthropic's Claude AI in Maduro capture operation
The US military utilized Anthropic's artificial intelligence model Claude during the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January, marking the first known instance of a commercial AI system being deployed in a classified Pentagon mission, according to The Wall Street Journal. The AI tool was accessed through Anthropic's partnership with defense contractor Palantir Technologies, though specific details about how Claude assisted in the raid remain undisclosed as the company faces tension with the Pentagon over usage restrictions.
15 February 2026
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