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➀ Chen Zhi, a Chinese businessman, is alleged to be behind a major cybercrime operation in Cambodia, with connections to Hong Kong business entities.

➁ The U.S. has imposed sanctions on 11 Hong Kong companies linked to Chen, who is also the CEO and chairman of the Cambodian conglomerate Prince Holding Group.

➂ Prince Group Holdings, one of the sanctioned entities, operates an office in Hong Kong, and its parent company is registered in the British Virgin Islands.

➀ Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has revoked the Thai citizenship of Chinese-Cambodian tycoon Lee Yong Phat, also known as 'Phat Suphapa', the 'godfather of Koh Kong';

➁ The order is based on information that Lee retains Cambodian nationality despite having Thai citizenship through naturalisation;

➂ Lee is implicated in scam networks in Cambodia and has faced sanctions and asset seizure by the United States for his involvement in human trafficking and cyber scam operations.

➀ Microsoft clarifies screenshots from Gaming Copilot are used to analyze in-game actions, not for AI training;

➁ The optional feature is enabled by default, requiring PowerShell admin access for full removal;

➂ Users raise privacy concerns over automatic data transmission and limited transparency in settings.

➀ Valve's 'small' CS2 update destroyed $3 billion in virtual skin value overnight by making rare items easier to obtain;

➁ The update ignited panic among investors who treated skins as commodities, with inventories losing 50% value in 38 hours;

➂ Controversy emerges over digital ownership as Valve's Terms of Service state users only license items rather than owning them.

➀ Icon.com, an AI advertising startup, triggered widespread controversy with its extreme job posting targeting 'A-players' that emphasizes 24/7 availability and 'shameless' dedication;

➁ Backed by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, the company's 'corporate values' include intense grind culture, weekend/night shifts, and a rejection of remote work;

➂ Critics blast the toxic work philosophy, comparing it to predatory capitalism depicted in films like 《Glengarry Glen Ross》, while some view it as a satirical wake-up call for the tech industry.

➀ IBM researchers successfully implemented a quantum error-correction algorithm on AMD FPGAs, achieving real-time processing 10 times faster than required;

➁ This breakthrough accelerates IBM's Starling quantum computer project, potentially shifting its 2029 schedule forward;

➂ The Relay-BP algorithm demonstrates superior flexibility and accuracy in handling quantum computational errors, addressing a key barrier to practical quantum computing.

➀ Shyam Sankar, CTO of Palantir, criticizes Huang Renxun's views on China's dependency;

➁ Huang Renxun argues for relaxing export controls to allow global technology industries to build AI based on U.S. technology;

➂ Sankar emphasizes the need for the U.S. to rebuild its industrial base and shift to alternative supply chains and markets to ensure national sovereignty and global competitiveness.

➀ SK On is reinforcing its high-nickel cathode technology to enhance EV performance, fast-charging, and safety;

➁ The company is diversifying its product mix with high-voltage mid-nickel, cylindrical, and prismatic cells to compete with China's battery industry;

➃ The company has developed a high-voltage mid-nickel battery that balances cost, performance, lifetime, and safety;

➄ SK On aims to reduce EV fast-charging times to 10 minutes by 2030 through innovative charging technologies;

➅ SK On emphasizes system-level safety and thermal management to prevent thermal runaway in batteries;

➆ The company expects medium to long-term growth in EV demand, driven by China's high EV penetration and increasing power requirements for AI-driven vehicles.

➀ TSMC's Chairman Hou expects rare earth reserves to remain stable in the short term;

➁ TSMC is taking steps to reduce its reliance on China for rare earth materials;

➂ The shift reflects broader geopolitical concerns in the semiconductor industry.

➃ Hou emphasizes the importance of securing adequate green energy supply and power stability for the semiconductor industry;

➄ He highlights the role of EUV equipment in energy efficiency and the need for expanding Taiwan's talent pool.

➀ Samsung Heavy Industries secured a contract worth 341.1 billion KRW (~$2.4 billion USD, at 1,400 KRW/USD) to build three crude oil carriers for a Liberian client, with construction to take place at a Vietnamese shipyard;

➁ The company aims to achieve its annual order targets by focusing on high-value vessels like LNG carriers, eco-friendly container ships, and FLNG facilities, while expanding global operations through partnerships with shipyards in China, Southeast Asia, and domestic SMEs;

➂ Strategic collaborations with India's Swan Shipyard and U.S.-based Bechtel Marine aim to strengthen maintenance and production networks, ensuring competitive flexibility in a volatile market.

➀ POSCO Group Chairman Jang In-hwa received the 2025 Van Fleet Award for advancing Korea-US economic cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties, recognized for supporting US industrial ecosystem revitalization and sustainable supply chains;

➁ The Van Fleet Award, established in 1992, honors individuals or organizations promoting mutual understanding between Korea and the US, with past recipients including George W. Bush, BTS, and SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won;

➂ POSCO has strategically expanded US investments in steel, secondary battery materials, and energy, with Jang pledging future innovation partnerships in AI-driven manufacturing to foster a 'new renaissance' in US industries.

➀ BosSemiconductor partners with Tenstorrent to develop and promote the Open Chiplet Atlas (OCA) architecture, enhancing chiplet-based SOC integration through improved communication and compatibility;

➁ The collaboration includes integrating Tenstorrent’s NPU into BosSemiconductor’s automotive AI chip 'Eagle-N' and leveraging OCA for ASIC development;

➂ Joint efforts aim to drive industry adoption of OCA by co-developing chiplet products and showcasing real-world commercial applications.

➀ Analog Devices (ADI) introduced its new power design solution 'ADI Power Studio' on October 24, featuring advanced modeling, component recommendations, and efficiency analysis;

➁ The tool automates key processes like BOM generation and performance simulation, accelerating engineering workflows and shortening product development cycles;

➂ ADI also released new web-based tools 'ADI Power Studio Planner' and 'ADI Power Studio Designer' to streamline power system design from concept to evaluation.

➀ A memorial service for the late Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee was held at his family gravesite in Suwon on October 24, 2025, attended by family members including Jay Y. Lee and over 50 current executives;

➁ Hanwha Group Chairman Kim Seung-yeon sent floral tributes, and former Samsung executives are expected to pay respects later in the day;

➂ Jay Y. Lee emphasized overcoming challenges through bold innovation, echoing his 2022 message urging executives to 'prepare and build capabilities amid difficulties.'

➀ Hanwha Aerospace opened its fifth 'H-Lounge' at Guri Armed Forces Hospital, part of a social contribution initiative to renovate rest areas in 12 military hospitals nationwide;

➀ The space, tailored for mental health patients, features calming design elements like soft-toned furniture and large LED screens to promote psychological stability;

➂ The company has completed similar projects at four other military hospitals since 2020, reinforcing its commitment to improving welfare for military personnel.

➀ Rainbow Robotics signed an MOU with Samsung Heavy Industries to jointly develop automation robots for shipbuilding, combining their expertise in robotics and shipbuilding processes;

➁ The collaboration focuses on co-developing collaborative robots, mobile dual-arm robots, quadruped robots, and automation systems, alongside conducting technical validations and workforce training;

➂ The partnership aims to establish new standards for customized robotic solutions in shipbuilding and expand into global markets through smart shipyard initiatives.