NLC India Signs Deal with NIT Trichy for Advanced Bucket Wheel Teeth Materials

February 10, 2026

NLC India Signs Deal with NIT Trichy for Advanced Bucket Wheel Teeth Materials

NLC India Limited has teamed up with NIT Trichy to develop new, stronger materials for bucket wheel teeth. The ₹50.73 lakh project aims to reduce wear and tear, lower downtime, and save operational costs.

Shanghai Increases Chip Fund Capital 11-Fold to $794M for Local Tech Boost

February 10, 2026

Shanghai Increases Chip Fund Capital 11-Fold to $794M for Local Tech Boost

Shanghai's chip fund swells by $794 million to support local semiconductor firms. This 11-fold rise is part of China's push for tech self-reliance.

Indonesia Embraces Digital Finance to Include Millions of Unbanked Citizens

February 10, 2026

Indonesia Embraces Digital Finance to Include Millions of Unbanked Citizens

Indonesia is using digital tools to reach millions without bank access. At a recent conference, PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia emphasized digitalization as key. The government also aims to strengthen financial services and promote sustainable finance.

India Cuts Social Media Takedown Time to 3 Hours for Meta, YouTube, and X

February 10, 2026

India Cuts Social Media Takedown Time to 3 Hours for Meta, YouTube, and X

India has shortened the time social media firms have to remove illegal content from 36 to 3 hours. New rules start Feb 20 and require quick action against flagged posts including AI-generated content.

ByteDance Launches New AI Image Model to Rival Google's Nano Banana Editor

February 10, 2026

ByteDance Launches New AI Image Model to Rival Google's Nano Banana Editor

ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, has introduced a new AI image model aimed at beating Google's Nano Banana. This move heats up the ongoing AI battle between China and the US.