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Business Insider
30-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Mawari's Public Decentralized Infrastructure Offering (DIO) to Launch with $45 Million Participation Volume
Tokyo, Japan, July 30th, 2025, Chainwire Mawari is conducting two distinct offerings: (1) a public Decentralized Infrastructure Offering (DIO) outside the United States under Regulation S, and (2) a U.S.-only offering through Republic under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D. This public offering is made solely to non-U.S. persons in accordance with Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933. U.S. persons may not participate except via the separate offering on Republic. This communication is not directed to, and may not be acted upon by, U.S. persons or any person in a jurisdiction where participation in such offerings is not permitted. Mawari, a pioneer in real‑time delivery of AI‑driven immersive 3D experiences, today unveiled its public Guardian Node Offering under the Decentralized Infrastructure Offering (DIO) model. The launch follows a multi-month effort that started in January 2025 and has been driven by a combination of strategic community engagement, early investor participation and public companies like GFA Co. Ltd., a private round from Japan which together have secured $45 million in node licenses committed to the network. More than 139,492 Guardian Nodes have already been reserved, representing nearly half of the total 300,000 node supply. 'Nearly 140,000 Guardian Node licenses are already committed; proof that the community values nodes that do real work,' said Luis Oscar Ramirez, Founder & CEO of Mawari. 'Guardian Nodes validate every render, audit every metric, and keep latency, jitter, and quality in check across Mawari's Immersive Compute Network. By prioritizing measurable utility over hype, we're laying the infrastructure that will power the future of the immersive internet.' The public DIO, launching on July 30th on will offer the remaining 160,508 Guardian Nodes to Non-U.S. participants only, pursuant to Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 (See terms here ). Participants can purchase nodes using USDT and USDC on Arbitrum, with credit card payments available at a later date. Purchasers may also receive a unique referral code, enabling a promotional incentive for each invited friend who also buys (subject to other applicable rules and restrictions). All payments are on-chain and auditable, with bridging instructions provided to streamline access. Referral rewards are promotional in nature and do not constitute compensation for investment solicitation. Referral bonuses may include network credits, non-transferable badges, or other non-cash benefits. Momentum continues to build across Mawari's ecosystem. Recently secured KDDI as an infrastructure provider and collaborated with Brave and Virtual Avex for VtuberXR, and its XR Chip, which 490,000 wallets have claimed, with over 2 million participants in the last month, as the Mawari Portal subscription base continues to grow. Mawari's DIO network is redefining the node sale model, focusing on transparent utility over speculation. Unlike hype-driven launches, DIO follows a utility-first approach that prioritizes real participation and measurable network contributions. Guardian Node licenses are offered at a flat price, with operators earning rewards through active engagement. Node operators are responsible for maintaining network health and uptime and in return for verifiable participation, they may earn Network Monitoring Rewards that represent 20% of the Mawari Network's total utility rewards, alongside fixed incentives for early adopters who meet specified performance criteria. Mawari, the world's first Immersive Compute Network, streams AI‑driven XR experiences globally in real time with near‑zero latency, seamlessly merging digital intelligence with physical reality to deliver lifelike 3D avatar agents.
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Time of India
Man rescued after car swept away by stream in gadchiroli
Nagpur: A 45-year-old man had a narrow escape after clinging to a tree when his car was swept away by an overflowing stream in Gadchiroli district on Wednesday. Umesh Ghodre, a Gram Sevak posted at Gomni village in Mulchera tehsil, was attempting to cross the Kolpalli stream when a sudden gush of water carried his four-wheeler away. Ghodre managed to hold on to a nearby tree until police and local rescue teams arrived and pulled him to safety, according to a statement from the district information office (DIO). The police have urged the public to avoid crossing culverts and bridges during heavy rain. The downpour also snapped road connectivity between Allapalli-Aheri and Aheri-Mahagaon.
The Star
25-06-2025
- Business
- The Star
Moving up the DC value chain
KUALA LUMPUR: The data centre (DC) phenomenon globally has taken on a new course, moving from being mainly cloud DCs to being more artificial intelligence (AI) based for the future. And with that, the sentiment has gone from the idea of sheer expansion of the industry to how each country can shape what is coming next. Malaysia has proven itself as a successful and tantalising hub for DCs starting from the 2000s, and this was strongly accelerated during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Malaysian Investment Development Authority's (Mida) chief executive officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid said the DC journey is no longer about chasing megawatts, lower latency or faster deployment, but rather about building a digital spine for the nation – one that is resilient, sustainable, inclusive and future ready. 'The world is undergoing a generational shift. Generative AI, quantum breakthroughs and large-scale automation are not theoretical futures, they are life-evolving systems. And DCs are at the heart of this transformation,' he said during Bursa Malaysia and Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd's 19th edition of the Stratum Focus Series, themed 'Data Centre 2.0: The Ecosystem and What's Next for Malaysia' here yesterday. According to Sikh Shamsul, the global shifts have been evident enough that this should serve as a call to action for Malaysia. Within the country for the first quarter, he noted there were RM89.8bil approved investments. Of this, RM35.1bil went to the information and communications sub-sector, with over 93% flowing into DC projects. He added that from 2021 until March 2025, the Digital Investment Office (DIO) facilitated RM310.7bil in digital investments. The DIO is a joint initiative by both Mida and the Malaysia Digital Economy Corp. 'We have surpassed our national target of RM130bil well ahead of schedule. More than 92,000 new jobs have been catalysed, with many in frontier domains like cloud engineering, AI operations and cybersecurity,' he said. However, Sikh Shamsul said he acknowledged that many viewed DCs as power-hungry assets that yield limited local benefits, but this was not true. 'This perspective may not fully capture the broader and deeper value that DCs bring to the economy. Beyond direct employment, DCs support entire value chains, from civil engineering, and mechanical and engineering services to cloud application development and digital transformation for SME's,' he said. Sikh Shamsul also said to sustain momentum, the domestic ecosystem must be deepened, which is why Mida's Data Centre Nexus 2025 was vital for the industry. 'This initiative brought together eight global operators and 16 Malaysian vendors, unlocking commercial dialogues that are now progressing into tangible partnerships. 'We would like to see more Malaysian companies be potential vendors or suppliers to these hyperscalers or DC operators,' he added. Still, he cautioned that unchecked growth will carry risks such as greenhouse gas emissions. 'We must avoid the trap of scaling fast without scaling responsibly. This is why sustainability is not an afterthought, it is a strategic imperative in which the government has said it is committed to steering for the industry,' he noted. Meanwhile, JLL Malaysia Data Centre Transactions Lead director Kent Seet said the country was not short of advantages of why its location is suitably strategic for DCs, and will continue to draw more investments in the coming years. He said being natural disaster-free has been one of the top reasons why, citing that other countries within the region had not been so fortunate. 'We've had some clients that have pulled out halfway of constructing DCs in these countries because the risks are there. 'Malaysia also has ample water and power supply, and is still relatively cheaper compared to the developed and even regional countries,' he said. The workforce is another bonus, he said, whereby English is widely spoken. This is on top of the fact that most Malaysians speak many other languages, which is an added advantage. With talk about the upcoming electricity tariffs and how this might impact DC operators, Seet said he doesn't expect it to be huge for these companies, as they will definitely be reeling in profits. 'So, about the electricity tariff, I think they are going to implement it in the coming months. I don't know how big the impact is, but I would like to believe that the impact won't really reduce such investments coming to Malaysia. It's more of a way to filter out the speculation,' he explained. As for the next hotspots for DCs, Seet said areas outside of Greater KL could be the newer, more ideal locations. 'Negri Sembilan, I always say, is an up-and-coming location, mainly because the land it offers is more affordable. If we look at Cyberjaya and some locations in Johor, it is already three figures per sq ft. Then you look at Kuala Lumpur, and there is no land big enough to build a proper tech park,' he said. Sarawak is another state that has been mentioned a number of times in terms of being a viable location for DCs. Seet said he recently visited the state and spoke to some of the government agencies where he learnt that they were very positive about any such investments there. 'Going back to the fundamentals, DCs store data and they need connectivity. I think Sarawak has three or four cable landing stations compared to Peninsular Malaysia, where I think we have about nine. 'So, each cable landing station has several fibres connected to the rest of the world,' he explained. In essence, to make Sarawak a successful DC destination, there needs to be more cable landing stations. 'The state will also need to figure out who its customers are – it could be the government, the private sector or even tech companies. 'Perhaps, if its government can offer some contracts to DC operators, it could be a catalyst for the rest,' he said.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Homes England acquires MoD barracks site to deliver 1,300 new homes
The UK Government's housing and regeneration agency, Homes England, has bought land at Ripon Barracks, which is set for closure, from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), paving the way for the development of 1,300 new homes. The proposed residential area will offer housing and feature natural green spaces, a primary school, a community centre, and retail facilities to establish a new community. In March, the site was included in a pioneering development strategy, with a revised cross-government approach to handling MoD land, which serves as a model for expediting the construction of new houses. A 'tripartite taskforce' comprising the MoD, the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government, and HM Treasury is currently working on implementing further planning reforms. The collaborative efforts of Homes England, the MoD, the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), and the Army Basing and Infrastructure Directorate have been instrumental in utilising the trailblazer approach to unlock the potential of this publicly owned site for housing. The sale is part of the MoD's Defence Estate Optimisation (DEO) portfolio, which focuses on upgrading essential military infrastructure and divesting sites that are surplus to the MoD's requirements. North Yorkshire council has granted planning permission for the new homes, which will be constructed in stages. The initial phase will commence at the now-empty Deverell Barracks site to deliver the first 150 homes. Subsequent development will occur at Claro Barracks, Laver Banks, and the former Engineering Park following the Royal Engineers' relocation to Marne Barracks in Catterick. As the master developer for the project, Homes England will oversee the creation of vital infrastructure required for construction, including site-wide drainage, road networks, and other foundational works. Additionally, the design of the new community will pay homage to the site's military heritage through thoughtful design, landscaping, and interpretive features. Core design principles will ensure the preservation and integration of the site's historical elements, such as the linear parade ground layout and the original footpath network. Homes England CEO Eamonn Boylan said: 'This milestone achievement is the result of government bodies uniting to drive forward this government's mission of building 1.5 million homes this parliament. By combining the MoD's land assets with Homes England's planning and development expertise, we've unlocked a site with a historic past which we're determined will shape the development's future.' DIO major disposals deputy head Robert Smith said: 'This is an important milestone in bringing forward Ripon Barracks for redevelopment and is testament to the strong collaboration between all partners involved. Ripon Barracks has a rich history, and this is an excellent example of how sites that are no longer needed by the military can be unlocked to bring real benefits to the local community.' In line with government reforms announced last month to boost the construction of thousands of homes, Homes England plans to release more of its land exclusively to small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) builders. "Homes England acquires MoD barracks site to deliver 1,300 new homes" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
India.com
19-06-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Israel-Iran war: Did Iran get deadly Fattah-1 hypersonic missiles from Pakistan or China? Experts make big claim, say Iran's hypersonic technology is…
Iran's Fattah-1 hypersonic missile can reach speeds of up to Mach 15. (15 times the speed of sound). Israel-Iran war: Iran has fired more than 400 missiles at Israel in 12 waves of retaliatory strikes since Israel-Iran war erupted last week, and interestingly, the quality of Iranian missiles launched towards the Jewish state has improved with each wave, with the latest strikes consisting of the Fattah-1 hypersonic missile, and the Sejjil-2 solid-fueled two-stage ballistic missiles. Did Pakistan or China provide Iran with the Fattah-1 hypersonic missile? Notably, soon after Iran's Fattah-I hypersonic missiles struck Israel, rumors began circulating on social media that Tehran may have acquired the advanced missile from one of its allies, China, Pakistan, Russia, or even Pakistan. However, defense experts have shut down these rumors, stating that Iran's hypersonic technology is completely indigenous, and there is no evidence that the Fattah-1 missile was 'obtained' from any foreign country. They said that the Fattah-1 is a domestically-developed hypersonic missile system, designed and manufactured by Iran's state-owned Defense Industries Organization (DIO), as part of its missile research and development program. The DIO works under the IRGC Aerospace Force, the IRGC's aerial unit. Why many believed Iran's Fattah-1 missile was 'acquired' from Pakistan? The rumor stems from similar-sounding weapons systems of Pakistan and Iran, that share somewhat similar names but are completely different platforms. The Iranian Fattah-1 is a state-of-the-art hypersonic missile system, while Pakistan has Fatah-1, a rocket artillery system designed for short-range bombardment. Though the names sound same, both are completely different military technologies, with vastly different purposes, range, and capability. Additionally, Pakistan has not developed any hypersonic technology so far, with Iran being only the fourth nation after India, China, and Russia, to develop the capability. A few experts believe that Iran may received technical know-how or indirect help from China or North Korea, but there is no concrete for the claim. How powerful is Iran's Fattah-I hypersonic missile? The Fattah-I, a precision-guided, two-stage hypersonic ballistic missile, is the most advanced missile fired by Iran so far. The Fattah missile is powered by solid fuel, and has a movable nozzle for advanced maneuverability. The hypersonic missile, first unveiled by Iran in 2023, has a range of 1,400 km, and is capable of operating inside and beyond the Earth's atmosphere, reaching speeds of up to Mach 15, according to reports. Hypersonic missiles are much more difficult for air defenses to intercept, because of their ability to maneuver mid-flight while flying over Mach 5 speeds. According to the IRGC, almost all of its ballistic missiles briefly reach hypersonic speed when they dive toward a target. As per reports, the Fattah-1 missile is activated using a spherical propellant and can change course in all directions during flight, making detection and interception almost impossible. Iran is only the fourth country after India, China, and Russia to have successfully produced a hypersonic missile.
