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NATO and its Indo-Pacific partners (Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea) pledged to expand cooperation in defense industry and advanced technology amid growing concerns over deepening Russia-China ties. Secretary General Mark Rutte met with IP4 officials during the NATO summit in Ankara to discuss the partnership.

Hong Kong’s stock exchange ranked second globally in capital raised for the first half of 2026, with US$26.4 billion from IPOs and secondary listings, an 84.3% year-on-year increase. Mainland Chinese issuers dominated 98.5% of the total, focusing on advanced technology and consumer staples, including Victory Giant Technology’s $2.73 billion listing.

Hong Kong’s stock exchange ranked second globally in capital raised for IPOs and secondary listings in H1 2026, with proceeds up 84.3% to $26.4B. Mainland Chinese issuers accounted for 98.5% of the total, focusing on advanced technology and consumer staples. The largest deal was Victory Giant Technology's $2.73B listing.

North Korea unveiled a new nuclear fuel facility, with leader Kim Jong Un pledging to expand the country's nuclear arsenal at an exponential rate. State media indicated the plant uses advanced technology, and photos suggest it may be a uranium enrichment facility.

China is continuing to produce low-tech goods while advancing in high-tech industries, disrupting both developing and advanced economies. This dual strategy poses challenges for economic competitors globally.

Google is launching its Gemini AI assistant in millions of vehicles to enhance the driving experience through advanced, conversational AI technology. This marks a significant expansion of AI integration into automotive systems.