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The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Boxing, backflipping robots rule at China's biggest AI summit
From lumbering six-foot machines to nimble back-flipping dogs, robots lorded over China's most important annual AI conference in Shanghai this week. Thousands turned up to gawk at the antics of a bewildering array of droids at work: dispensing popcorn and drinks (messily), peeling eggs, sparring in a boxing ring, playing mahjong or just wandering around the cavernous exhibition hall. The more popular robots were the creations of Unitree, UBTech Robotics Corp and Agibot, who've built up some name-recognition among the hundreds of startups and big tech firms vying to produce the world's most advanced humanoid androids. The scores of machines on display were the most visible symbol yet of China's surprisingly rapid ascent in a key arena of artificial intelligence. Hangzhou-based Unitree teased an entry-level US$6,000 (RM25,437) droid and ByteDance Ltd posted a video of its Mini hanging up a shirt just days before the World Artificial Intelligence Conference kicked off over the weekend. "The technology is developing so fast,' Deep Robotics' Americas director Eric Wang told Bloomberg Television. But "so far, in the US market, we don't see very cost-effective and reliable competitors. And we don't see that happening in two to three years.' Chinese upstarts are pushing the boundaries of what's possible within a technological sphere that inspires fear and awe in equal measure. From EngineAI to Leju, little-known names drive a field in which American companies like Boston Dynamics have so far failed to stake out a clear lead despite years of effort. In 2025 alone, humanoids ran a half-marathon, competed in a kick-boxing tournament and played football. Even if those events weren't exactly technology triumphs – most of the participants stumbled, fumbled or failed to complete the race – each underscored the country's ambitions. A robot prepares coffee in a stand during the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) at the Shanghai World Expo and Convention Center in Shanghai on July 28, 2025. — AFP Widespread integration into daily life remains a distant prospect, perhaps as much as a decade away by some estimates. "It looks lively and bustling, but it's all for show on the stage,' Alex Zhou, a Qiming Venture partner, said of the conference when he asked two startup founders about use cases during a Monday panel. Yet the advances unfolding in China and elsewhere are reshaping the industry landscape, with humanoid robots poised to play an expanding role across factory floors, hospitals and households. Citigroup Inc predicts a US$7 trillion (RM29.68 trillion) humanoid robot market by 2050, which China is racing to dominate. Hundreds of robotics startups have taken root following President Xi Jinping's endorsement of the sector and a plethora of incentives. Domestically made semiconductors and open-source AI models are hastening the pace. But not every startup is expected to survive in a cash-hungry sector where, additionally, the humans building robots remain in short supply. "We've talked to more founders this year – the sheer amount of competition we have – is more than what we have in the past two years combined,' said Tim Wang, co-founder of startup investor Monolith Management, which backs DeepSeek. "A lot of these companies are not going to exist five years down the road. But I think the entire concept of a healthy frenzy is very good for the industry to develop.' Beyond the high-tech display, China's robotics industry is grappling with its own contradictions. The country faces an urgency to integrate robots into work and daily lives. A demographic decline and shortage of factory workers is threatening its manufacturing dominance. Robots, specifically human-looking ones, may be one answer. "Even with huge challenges, more breakthroughs are expected in the coming couple of years or even months ahead,' Wu Bi, a technical lead at Deep Touch, said in front of a statue of the Greek goddess Aphrodite that was speaking perfect Chinese. – Bloomberg
Forbes
08-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
437 Activewear Co-Founders Hit 1 Million Dollars In Sales In Two Years
Hyla Nayeri and Adrien Bettio, co-founders of 437. 437 Hyla Nayeri and Adrien Bettio, co-founders of 437 stay humble through their immense successes. Founded in 2017, they launched their company as a swimwear brand until the duo noticed a gap in the market for fitness attire that appeased to their needs. After three years, they made a strategic move that honored their interests and lifestyles by pivoting to activewear. Today, they're a multimillion dollar success story and have a celebrity fan-base that includes the likes of Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lopez, Emily Ratajkowski, and Alix Earle. Nayeri and Bettio share their wealth of insights below and how they've navigating their business: maintaining momentum and growth, what it's like to run a clothing/accessories line, and tips to continue to appease to their core Gen Z audience. Espresso color drop: scrunch shorts; square bra; wrap top. 437 1 Speak your truth and tell your own someone else's. 'Don't just chase trends. For us, 437 was born out of a need we personally felt. We weren't trying to follow a trend, we were trying to create something that felt like it was missing. Our origin story helped us stay grounded as we've grown and expanded.' 2 Protect your brand identity. 'In the early days, it's tempting to chase every opportunity, but knowing who you are, and who you're not, is key. Whether it's the way we speak to our community or the silhouettes we design — consistency builds trust.' 3 Team culture is your company's bedrock. 'Build a strong team culture, it's your foundation. Building a supportive internal culture is just as important as what you're putting out into the world. It's okay to be lean and intentional.' 4 Build a relationship with your customer. 'People don't want to be marketed to, they want to be part of the process. Our customers have helped shape every collection, every drop, every pivot.' Celebrity fans include (L to R): Kendall Jenner; Alix Earle; Emily Ratajkowski. 437 Standing-out from the digital 'white noise' landscape 'The (fashion/fitness) space is saturated , so you have to know what sets you apart. Know your brand, know your story, and trust your customer. We don't try to be everything to everyone. We're very intentional with our designs that flatter, a product that fits right, and a tone that feels like your best friend. It's about building a real relationship with your audience, not just marketing at them.' Square tank and Essentials leggings. 437 Five valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in this competitive industry 1 Stay Humble. 'Even when things are going well, it's so important to be keep this mindset.' 2 Don't scale (for the sake of) scaling. ' Growth is only good if it's meaningful and sustainable. We learned to be thoughtful about when and how we expanded.' 3 Cultivate and nourish your core community. 'Invest in your community and those who support you. Some of our strongest brand moments come from being in-person with our customers, whether at pop-ups or pilates events.' 4 The unglamorous behind-the-scenes 'grunt-work' is equally as important as front-facing endeavors. 'Don't ignore the backend. As much as design and branding matter, operational excellence is what allows you to scale. (This includes, but isn't limited to) logistics, customer experience, inventory planning — it all has to align.' 5 Fluidity is the key to not only surviving but thriving. 'Learn to pivot. We launched our first swim collection from our university dorms, now we're scaling our activewear brand. We wouldn't be where we are if we weren't willing to evolve and adapt.' Model wears ballet tank and essentials leggings. 437
Business Recorder
19-06-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Gold prices drop Rs460 in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan decreased on Thursday in line with their fall in the international market. In the local market, gold price per tola reached Rs358,595 after a decline of Rs460 during the day. Meanwhile, 10-gram gold was sold at Rs307,437 after it fell Rs394, according to the rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). On Wednesday, gold price per tola reached Rs383,055 after a decline of Rs2,245 during the day. The international rate of gold also decreased on Thursday. The rate was at $3,372 per ounce (with a premium of $20), a decrease of $6, as per APGJSA. Meanwhile, silver price per tola decreased by Rs58 to reach Rs3,820.
Deccan Herald
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
The other war: Fighting fake news
India's latest four-day border clash with Pakistan, designated 'Operation Sindoor' in May, saw more than missiles and drones crossing the Line of Control. It also witnessed a parallel, invisible war playing out in the information sphere, across social media platforms and mainstream news outlets. .The news media, a powerful tool for discourse, can also be weaponised for propaganda, censorship, and even direct involvement in conflicts. Information warfare involves the use of propaganda or politically slanted half-truths, as governments and military forces attempt to shape public opinion, promote their narratives, and justify their actions. Censorship often accompanies this effort—especially in wartime—when States may restrict media access, suppress critical reporting, or control the flow of information. Equally significant are the ways in which stories are 'framed' — through language, visuals, and cited sources — to influence public perception and opinions on the outcome of military a first, Karnataka cops to deploy agentic AI to combat fake warfare undermines the very basis of good journalism: credibility. While the media's role is to report and analyse current events for the public, including newspapers, television, radio, and online platforms, its relationship with war is complex. It doesn't merely observe; it influences. It shapes public perception, steers political discourse, and even impacts military strategies. .US academic and Pakistan Studies specialist Christine Fair states, 'The highly polarised and nationalistic nature of the information space on such topics in both countries means that few official statements can be relied on at face value, and disinformation has been used to flood social media on both sides.'.Across platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, verified accounts played a central role in this information warfare. Information did not simply circulate—it metastasised. On X, of 437 misleading posts, only 73 were flagged. This implies that the vast majority remained unchecked, spreading fake news. The information warfare attempted to mislead and demoralise the citizens on both sides of the South Asian political and ideological divide, using doctored videos and false imagery of supposed enemy air strikes—often borrowed from unrelated Indian officials were still pondering over their response to the crisis, Pakistan's political leadership had already reached out to international media. For instance, within 48 hours of the terror attack in Pahalgam, Pakistani cabinet ministers like Ishaq Dar, Khawaja Asif, Attaullah Tarar and PPP chief Bilawal Bhutto had given over 25 interviews to major global channels. .In a democracy, the principle of 'right to information' often clashes with the demands of national interest. Citizens naturally want to know: How many IAF aircraft were lost? How many Indian soldiers were killed? However, in any military operation, truth is often the first casualty. All belligerent nations practise information modern warfare, military operations and digital propaganda operate in tandem. Disinformation is not an adjunct to war but a part of it. The media must stop treating platforms as neutral sources. Fact-checking must be integrated into the editorial process. Journalists need new protocols for digital verification, particularly during crises. Information warfare is designed to destabilise, provoke, polarise, and obstruct rational policy making. Credibility remains the crucial element. Lies succeed when they are loaded with some truth.. As citizens, we must ask ourselves: Are we being fed truth, or simply someone else's version of it? With so many competing narratives, we need to ask ourselves if the war is over or if the real conflict, the one for our minds, is just transparency and the 'Fog of War' do not go together. Operation Sindoor and its Pakistani version, 'Operation Bunyan al Marsous' (Wall of Lead), had only two belligerent nations, India and Pakistan, in the kinetic war. However, in the information sphere, there were several participants — Turkey, China and Malaysia, and Western industrial democracies. .Pakistan's information warfare apart, Indian television headlines screamed: 'Indian Navy Destroys Karachi Port!' 'General Asim Munir Arrested After Coup!' 'Indian Army Takes Over Islamabad!' As a democracy, the Indian news media should not lose its credibility, which differentiates it from Pakistan, where the political and military leadership muzzles the media. The Indian news media cannot afford to become a weapon of mass deception..(The writer is a member secretary at the Institute of Contemporary Studies Bangalore, a security studies think tank)
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Marlins face the Dodgers looking to end road losing streak
Miami Marlins (12-16, fifth in the NL East) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (19-10, first in the NL West) Los Angeles; Tuesday, 10:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Marlins: Sandy (Montero) Alcantara (0-0); Dodgers: TBD Advertisement BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Dodgers -191, Marlins +159; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins hit the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers looking to end a three-game road slide. Los Angeles has a 13-3 record in home games and a 19-10 record overall. The Dodgers have the fourth-best team slugging percentage in the majors at .437. Miami has gone 4-8 on the road and 12-16 overall. The Marlins have the third-ranked team batting average in the NL at .255. Tuesday's game is the second time these teams square off this season. TOP PERFORMERS: Teoscar Hernandez leads the Dodgers with 15 extra base hits (six doubles and nine home runs). Andy Pages is 17-for-36 with three doubles, three home runs and nine RBI over the past 10 games. Advertisement Otto Lopez has five doubles and two home runs for the Marlins. Eric Wagaman is 11-for-42 with three doubles, two home runs and four RBI over the past 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Dodgers: 6-4, .258 batting average, 4.04 ERA, outscored opponents by 11 runs Marlins: 4-6, .254 batting average, 6.72 ERA, outscored by 15 runs INJURIES: Dodgers: Tyler Glasnow: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Blake Treinen: 15-Day IL (forearm), Edgardo Henriquez: 60-Day IL (foot), Blake Snell: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Kyle Hurt: 60-Day IL (elbow), Emmet Sheehan: 60-Day IL (elbow), Clayton Kershaw: 60-Day IL (toe), Tony Gonsolin: 15-Day IL (back), Michael Grove: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Brusdar Graterol: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Michael Kopech: 15-Day IL (shoulder), River Ryan: 60-Day IL (elbow), Gavin Stone: 60-Day IL (shoulder) Advertisement Marlins: Robert Jacob Brantly: 10-Day IL (lat), Griffin Conine: 60-Day IL (arm), Derek Hill: 10-Day IL (hand), Nick Fortes: 10-Day IL (oblique), Declan Cronin: 15-Day IL (hip), Ryan Weathers: 15-Day IL (forearm), Andrew Nardi: 60-Day IL (back), Braxton Garrett: 60-Day IL (elbow), Eury Perez: 60-Day IL (elbow) ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
