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Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is reportedly developing artificial intelligence data centers in space, aiming to harness orbital advantages like continuous solar energy and natural cooling for next-generation AI infrastructure. This ambitious initiative seeks to address the escalating energy and cooling demands of terrestrial data centers, intensifying an emerging "AI space race" with competitors like SpaceX.
Sri Adhikari Brothers Television Network (SABTNL) has formalized a significant Memorandum of Understanding with the Telangana government, pledging a massive Rs 4,000 crore investment to establish a cutting-edge 50 MW AI and green data center in Fab City, Tukkuguda. This ambitious project, signed on December 9, 2025, marks SABTNL's strategic pivot from traditional media to advanced technology infrastructure, aiming to bolster India's digital capabilities and solidify Telangana's leadership in sustainable technological innovation.
Australia has implemented a groundbreaking ban, effective December 10, 2025, preventing children under 16 from accessing major social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, marking a significant global precedent for digital regulation. This pioneering legislation aims to safeguard young people from online harms, drawing praise from parents and advocates while sparking international interest in similar age-based restrictions.
NTT has unveiled the world's first aluminum nitride (AlN)-based high-frequency transistor, a monumental achievement announced on December 9, 2025, that overcomes previous technical hurdles. This breakthrough promises to revolutionize post-5G wireless communication by enabling significantly faster speeds and expanded coverage through its superior high-power and high-frequency capabilities.
Australia is set to implement a world-first social media ban for children under 16, effective December 10, 2025, requiring major tech companies to deactivate existing accounts and prevent new sign-ups. This groundbreaking legislation, driven by escalating concerns over youth mental health, places the onus on platforms to enforce age restrictions and imposes substantial fines for non-compliance.
In a significant policy reversal, President Donald Trump announced on December 8, 2025, the approval for Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 artificial intelligence chips to "approved customers" in China, overturning previous Biden administration restrictions. This groundbreaking decision, which includes a 25% cut of the proceeds for the U.S. government and aims to bolster American jobs, has been met with enthusiasm by Nvidia but drawn sharp criticism from U.S. lawmakers concerned about national security and China's military capabilities.
A powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast late Monday, December 8, 2025, triggering immediate tsunami warnings for several prefectures and prompting tens of thousands to evacuate. While initial tsunami advisories were later lifted, the seismic event caused injuries to dozens, widespread power outages, and significant disruptions to train services across the affected region.
Over 230 environmental organizations, led by Food & Water Watch, have formally called for a national moratorium on new data center construction, urging Congress to halt the rapid expansion driven by the energy-intensive AI industry. This powerful coalition warns that unchecked growth is significantly escalating electricity bills, consuming vast amounts of water, and exacerbating the climate crisis, with data center electricity use projected to more than double by 2030.
Northwestern University scientists have developed a groundbreaking wireless device that communicates directly with the brain using light, bypassing natural sensory pathways. This innovative implant, detailed in Nature Neuroscience, successfully stimulated neurons in mice to enable decision-making without relying on their natural senses, offering immense potential for restoring lost senses and advancing prosthetic technology.
Elon Musk has publicly refuted recent media reports suggesting SpaceX is actively seeking an $800 billion valuation through a new share sale, clarifying that the company instead conducts periodic stock buybacks to provide liquidity for employees and early investors. He further emphasized that SpaceX secures NASA contracts based on merit and competitive pricing, with commercial Starlink operations, not NASA contracts, being the primary driver of the company's revenue.
The first week of December 2025 witnessed significant market movements, including India's e-commerce giant Meesho launching its IPO and Black Friday online sales shattering records, largely propelled by AI-powered shopping tools. Concurrently, the artificial intelligence sector saw rapid advancements with major players like Runway, Anthropic, and Mistral AI unveiling powerful new models, alongside Waymo's expanded robotaxi testing and AWS's introduction of an AI-powered DevOps Agent.
Cambodia is poised to launch nationwide 5G mobile services in January 2026, a strategic move confirmed by Minister Chea Vandeth to deliver ultra-fast data speeds and significantly enhance the nation's digital infrastructure. This ambitious rollout is a cornerstone of the Kingdom's broader digital transformation agenda, promising extensive economic and social benefits while building upon its existing 95% 4G coverage.