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Why Chinese regulators want to crackdown on DiDi

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5 years ago

July 23, 2021

The decision made by Didi to go public has been viewed as an attack against the Cyberspace Administration of China and Beijing’s rule.

Chinese officials have begun an intense on-site investigation at the company in recent days.

Punishments may include a hefty fine, suspension of operations, or even the possibility of requiring a state-owned investor to become part of the organisation.

It’s also possible that Beijing will try and delist or withdraw Didi entirely from the US share market.

This follows e-commerce giant Alibaba

It was handed a record $2.8 billion fine following a lengthy anti-trust investigation – and experts believe Didi’s penalty will far surpass this.

Should investors stay away from Didi?

Didi’s share have dropped on the back of this news.

Christopher Uhl from 10 Minutes Trading is warning investors to steer clear.

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Apple unveils AI-powered wearables set to revolutionise tech by 2027

Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.

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3 hours ago

February 18, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple unveils innovative AI-powered wearables, including smart glasses, a pendant, and camera-equipped AirPods, set to reshape ambient computing.

Apple is making a bold move into AI-powered wearables, developing three innovative devices designed to bring ambient computing to everyday life. From smart glasses to a futuristic pendant and camera-equipped AirPods, the tech giant is integrating these devices with an upgraded version of Siri to enhance user experience.

The smart glasses, slated for a 2027 launch, will feature dual cameras and rely heavily on voice interactions, aiming to compete directly with Meta’s leading smart glasses in the market. Meanwhile, the AI pendant is still in early development but promises to be a companion device for iPhone users.

Camera-equipped AirPods could arrive as early as this year, capturing environmental data to feed Apple’s growing AI ecosystem. With Meta’s smart glasses already dominating sales, Apple’s entry signals a fierce battle in wearable AI technology.

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Apple adds video podcasts with watch and listen features

Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.

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1 day ago

February 17, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Apple launches new video podcast experience with adaptive playback, dynamic ads, and free for creators.

Apple is stepping up its podcast game with a new integrated video experience launching this spring. The update will allow users to seamlessly switch between watching and listening, complete with picture-in-picture mode for uninterrupted multitasking.

The update also supports HLS for adaptive video playback and dynamic ad insertion, giving advertisers more flexibility while keeping distribution free for creators. This positions Apple Podcasts to better compete with Spotify, YouTube, and Netflix in the growing video podcast market.

As video podcasts gain traction worldwide, Apple aims to capture viewers who want a more interactive experience without paying creators fees, while ad networks benefit from expanded opportunities.

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Crew-12 astronauts arrive at the International Space Station

Four astronauts aboard SpaceX’s Dragon Freedom join the ISS for eight months of research and experiments in orbit.

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2 days ago

February 16, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Four astronauts aboard SpaceX’s Dragon Freedom join the ISS for eight months of research and experiments in orbit.

Four astronauts have successfully arrived at the International Space Station, marking a major milestone for NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 mission. The Dragon spacecraft Freedom completed a 34-hour journey from Cape Canaveral before docking with the station’s Harmony module.

The new crew includes NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway, European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot, and cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev. They join three crew members already aboard who had been managing station operations alone for the past month.

During their eight-month stay, the Crew-12 astronauts will carry out a variety of scientific experiments and research projects designed to advance space exploration and international collaboration.

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