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Google DeepMind, Microsoft, xAI sign agreements with US for early AI security testing

Google DeepMind, Microsoft and xAI have signed agreements with the US government to allow early testing of advanced artificial intelligence models for national security risks. The Commerce Department's Center for AI Standards and Innovation will evaluate models before public release and conduct post-deployment assessments.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.