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Time Business News
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
DeepSeek Announces AI Companion 'LUMI' in Response to Elon Musk's Ani
In a move that's turning heads across the AI landscape, DeepSeek is preparing to launch its own intelligent companion named LUMI—a direct response to the growing trend of personalized AI assistants. The announcement comes shortly after Elon Musk's xAI introduced Ani, the newly unveiled companion for Grok, its proprietary AI system. While Musk's Ani is positioned as a social and interactive face for Grok, DeepSeek's LUMI promises to bring something equally ambitious—and potentially more adaptive—to the table. LUMI (short for 'Living User Multimodal Interface') is designed as a highly interactive and intuitive companion built on top of DeepSeek's powerful large language model. With capabilities spanning natural conversation, task assistance, emotional intelligence, and multimodal understanding, LUMI is being crafted not just as a chatbot or assistant—but as a daily AI partner. Multimodal – able to understand and respond using text, voice, and image inputs. Personality-Driven – customizable personas based on user preference. Privacy-Conscious – local-device compatibility with encrypted data handling. Continuous Learning – evolving through interactions while respecting safety boundaries. Elon Musk's Ani has already made a splash with its quirky personality and its role as the social face of Grok, engaging users with playful banter, sarcasm, and current-events fluency. Positioned more like a character than a utility, Ani is part of xAI's push to make AI feel more human and culturally relevant. LUMI, in contrast, is taking a slightly more functional and emotionally intelligent route. DeepSeek is focusing on creating an AI that can support productivity while also engaging empathetically—ideal for professionals, creators, and curious minds looking for more than just jokes or headlines. Rather than mimicking human behavior for novelty, LUMI aims to enhance the human-AI relationship through understanding and agency. The rise of AI companions represents a broader shift in how users interact with intelligent systems. No longer confined to static queries and generic responses, users increasingly expect their AI to be proactive, personal, and emotionally aware. With DeepSeek entering the companion AI arena, the competition is heating up—not just on mode TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Qatar Tribune
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
ITTF presidential election flawed: QTTA
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Table Tennis Association (QTTA) has called for an independent and transparent review of the 2025 ITTF Presidential Election held in Doha at the world table tennis body's Annual General Meeting on Tuesday. The QTTA on Wednesday questioned the 'integrity of the election and misleading international narratives' after incumbent Petra Sorling 'prevailed' in an acrimonious election – beset by online vote issue. Sorling, a Swede, was announced to have been re-elected for a second term emerging over Qatar's Khalil Al Mohannadi by 104 votes to 102. Al Mohannadi received 98 paper ballot votes against Sorling's 87 while the latter was announced to have received 17 online votes and Al Mohannadi 4. The official roll call had stated 16 online voters which in the results showed the number to be 21 - an increase of five. QTTA, hosts of the 2025 ITTF AGM), in a formal statement called out procedural failures during the ITTF presidential election. It stated: 'The facts are clear: * The official roll call documented 185 in-person delegates and 16 online, forming the legal quorum. * The final voting screen, now widely circulated, showed 21 online votes, five more than announced. These five ballots were never declared, validated, or included in the roll call. * The paper vote, conducted at the explicit request of the Member Federations, produced a clear victory for Mr. Khalil Al-Mohannadi: * 98 votes to 87 in his favor. That paper vote was open, monitored, and binding. It represented the collective will of the General Assembly, until it was nullified by an unexplained and unauthorized surge of digital votes that overturned the outcome and handed a narrow 104-102 win to Ms. Sorling. This is not only a discrepancy. It is a breach of electoral legitimacy, of constitutional fidelity, and of the very integrity on which international sport depends. The QITA, and countless Member Federations, have made repeated, reasonable, and legally grounded requests for the following: * A release of login timestamps and access logs for all online voters; * A public explanation for the inclusion of five additional votes after the quorum had been declared; * Preservation of the full AGM video recording, roll call documentation, and forensic access to the LUMI voting system. None of these requests have been honoured by the ITTF. The shock, disbelief, and frustration, expressed in real time, came not from one region, but from a chorus of voices from Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond, all taking the floor to plead for justice and clarity. In the immediate aftermath of the AGM's suspension, QTTA received an overwhelming number of messages from Member Federations across all continents. These messages expressed: * Alarm at the gross irregularities observed; * Solidarity with Mr. Khalil Al-Mohannadi as a candidate subjected to unfair procedural treatment. The Qatar Table Tennis Association affirms the following: * All digital and physical records relating to the AGM are being preserved. * We are logging and documenting every communication, procedural action, and irregularity for legal and institutional review. * We are prepared to cooperate with any independent investigation or tribunal, including before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). We will not participate in a shadow war through the media. This battle is not for headlines, it is for the future of our sport. We urge the ITTF to abide by the principles and values that are central to our sport. The collective message from our ITTF family is clear: the election must be reviewed — independently, transparently, and immediately.'
Forbes
28-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Happiest Country In The World Is Seeking Innovators
Portrait of a happy woman riding the train in the Finland while using her phone and looking through ... More the window Finland is looking for 10-15 foreign innovators to explore the Finnish deep tech ecosystem. By combining business opportunities with cultural immersion, the 90 Day Finn program offers participants a unique chance to explore Helsinki as a potential base for their ventures or to explore expansion opportunities. As the happiest country in the world, Finland is leading the Nordics in attracting international talent to foster innovation. The 90 Day Finn Program, organized by Helsinki Partners, provides decision-makers in deep tech companies, startups, and scale-ups with an intensive immersion into Helsinki's thriving business ecosystem. Over a three-week or optional 90-day period, participants gain access to exclusive networking events, tailored business consultancy, and visits to some of the most innovative companies in the Nordics. The program also introduces participants to Finnish culture, including attending saunas and foraging mushrooms and berries in the forest. The program's mission is to equip innovators with in-depth knowledge of Finland's deep tech ecosystem and culture through tailored experiences. In that way, they have the opportunity to explore market opportunities and expansion strategies in Europe. The program is particularly attractive for companies seeking to establish operations in the region, leveraging Helsinki's strategic location and deep tech infrastructure. Helsinki is increasingly recognized as a global leader in innovation and entrepreneurship. According to Helsinki Partners, the city boasts one of Europe's most vibrant startup ecosystems, home to over 2,200 startups with a combined enterprise value exceeding $31 billion. It is also a hotspot for deep tech innovation, with startups in fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, cybersecurity, and sustainable technologies thriving due to robust public-private partnerships and academic support. Nearly 50% of working-age residents in Helsinki hold university degrees. Institutions like the University of Helsinki and Aalto University are at the forefront of deep tech with fully-equipped research facilities and educational programs that foster a highly skilled workforce. Finland is home to Europe's largest private AI lab, Silo AI, as well as advanced quantum research facilities that house LUMI, a pan-European supercomputer. According to the Global Destination Sustainability Index, Finland ranks as the world's most sustainable travel destination and aims for carbon neutrality by 2030. This focus attracts cleantech startups and sustainability-driven ventures. The program has already produced notable success stories. For instance, Leo Capital—a Singaporean venture capital firm—established its European headquarters in Helsinki after participating in the program. The firm also launched a Nordic-focused €25 million fund. Other alumni have founded companies or made significant investments in Finnish startups, underscoring Helsinki's appeal as a launchpad for international growth. Participants frequently praise Finland's egalitarian business culture and efficient decision-making processes. Unlike competitive startup hubs elsewhere, Helsinki fosters collaboration through trust and openness. This approach accelerates innovation cycles while ensuring long-term partnerships are built on reliability. 90 Day Finns business visit at Kone Finland offers an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, sustainability leadership, and quality of life. As the happiest country in the world for seven consecutive years, it provides an environment conducive to creativity and productivity. With its emphasis on ethical AI development, quantum breakthroughs, and cleantech solutions, Helsinki stands out as a city where innovation meets impact. The 90 Day Finn Program provides an opportunity to test-drive life and building a venture in one of one of Europe's most dynamic ecosystems. For innovators seeking expansion into Europe or looking to collaborate on deep tech technologies, Helsinki offers the perfect blend of ambition and community. Applications for the 2025 edition are open until March 31, 2025. Selected participants will undergo remote onboarding before arriving in Helsinki for an intensive three-week immersion starting August 18. An optional extension period allows participants to deepen connections and explore further opportunities until November.
