Category: Technology

MIL-OSI United Nations: 11 July 2025 Joint News Release WHO, ITU, WIPO showcase a new report on AI use in traditional medicine
Source: World Health Organisation

Artificial intelligence (AI) is ushering in a transformative era for traditional medicine, one where centuries-old healing systems are enhanced by cutting-edge technologies to deliver more safe, personalized, effective, and accessible care.

At the AI for Good Global Summit, the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) released a new technical brief, Mapping the application of artificial intelligence in traditional medicine. Launched under the Global Initiative on AI for Health, this brief offers a roadmap harnessing this potential responsibly while safeguarding cultural heritage and data sovereignty.

A new era for traditional medicine

Traditional, complementary and integrative medicine (TCIM) is practiced in 170 countries and is used by billions of people. The TCIM practices are increasingly popular globally, driven by a growing interest in holistic health approaches that emphasize prevention, health promotion and rehabilitation.

The new brief showcases experiences in many countries using AI to unlock new frontiers in personalized care, drug discovery, and biodiversity conservation. It includes examples such as how AI-powered diagnostics are being used in Ayurgenomics; machine learning models identifying medicinal plants in countries including Ghana and South Africa; and the use of AI to analyze traditional medicine compounds to treat blood disorders in the Republic of Korea.

“Our Global Initiative on AI for Health aims to help all countries benefit from AI solutions and ensure that they are safe, effective, and ethical,” said Seizo Onoe, Director of the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Bureau. “This partnership of ITU, WHO and WIPO brings together the essential expertise.”

Data-driven innovation with ethical roots

The brief emphasizes the importance of good-quality, inclusive data and participatory design to ensure AI systems reflect the diversity and complexity of traditional medicine. AI applications can support strengthening the evidence and research base for TCIM, for example through the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library in India and the Virtual Health Library in the Americas, which use AI to preserve Indigenous knowledge, promote collaboration and prevent biopiracy. Biopiracy is a term for unauthorized extraction of biological resources and/or associated traditional knowledge from developing countries or the patenting of spurious inventions based on such knowledge or resources without compensation.

“Intellectual property is an important tool to accelerate the integration of AI into traditional medicine,” said WIPO Assistant Director- General, Edward Kwakwa. “Our work at WIPO, including the recently adopted WIPO Treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge, supports stakeholders manage IP to deliver on policy priorities including for Indigenous Peoples as well as local communities.”

Guarding data sovereignty, empowering communities

The new document calls for urgent action to uphold Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov) and ensure that AI development is guided by free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) principles. It showcases community-led data governance models from Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, and urges governments to adopt legislation that empowers Indigenous Peoples to control and benefit from their data.

“AI must not become a new frontier for exploitation,” said Dr Yukiko Nakatani, WHO Assistant Director-General for Health Systems. “We must ensure that Indigenous Peoples and local communities are not only protected but are active partners in shaping the future of AI in traditional medicine.”

A global call to action

With the global TCIM market projected to reach nearly US$600 billion in 2025, the application of AI could further accelerate the growth and impact of TCIM and holistic health care. Current utilization and potential of AI highlight many opportunities, but there are many areas of knowledge gaps and risks.

There is a need to develop holistic frameworks tailored to TCIM in areas such as regulation, knowledge sharing, capacity building, data governance and the promotion of equity, to ensure the safe, ethical and evidence-based integration of frontier technologies such as AI into the TCIM landscape.

The new technical brief calls on all stakeholders to:
- Invest in inclusive AI ecosystems that respect cultural diversity and IDSov;
- Develop national policies and legal frameworks that explicitly address AI in traditional medicine;
- Build capacity and digital literacy among traditional medicine practitioners and communities;
- Establish global standards for data quality, interoperability, and ethical AI use; and
- Safeguard traditional knowledge through AI-powered digital repositories and benefit-sharing models.
By aligning the power of AI with the wisdom of traditional medicine, a new paradigm of care can emerge; one that honors the past, empowers the present, and shapes a healthier, more equitable future for all.

MIL OSI United Nations News –
July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Welcome to Participate in the 2025 Presidential Hackathon

Source: Republic of China Taiwan

Initiated by Taiwan’s Presidential Office in 2019, the Presidential Hackathon International Track has now entered its 7th year. This event invites individuals of all ages and nationalities to leverage open data, technology, and innovative thinking to propose solutions for public issues, addressing national development and societal needs. It aims to foster cross-border, cross-disciplinary, and public-private collaboration, encouraging interaction among data owners, data scientists, and experts from various fields. Global participants are welcomed to submit innovative data-driven solutions to enhance public welfare and governance innovation.
The International Track targets global citizens, with the 2025 theme being “Digital Innovation for Resilience and Sustainability,” aligning with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It seeks innovative digital technology solutions to achieve: (1) Strengthening Whole-of-Social Resilience: Enhancing society’s capacity to respond to sudden challenges (e.g., disasters) through solutions like early-warning applications that integrate central and local networks to improve disaster response efficiency; (2) Promoting Sustainable Development: Advancing environmental and resource protection, such as using integrated IoT environmental data and AI analysis to support decision-makers in crafting sustainable policies for a more livable environment.
Eligibility and Requirements:
1. Open to all, encouraging teams from academia, industry, civil society, government, and media, with a vision for solving specific issues using open data.
2. Teams must consist of 3–10 members, with each person limited to one team, and must designate one primary and one secondary contact person.
3. At least one team member must be a non-ROC national.
4. Registration is open from June 16, 2025, 9:00 AM to August 8, 2025, 5:00 PM (GMT+08:00). Teams must submit an online application form via the official website (https://gov.tw/cYQ), with all submissions and documents in English.
For details, visit: https://presidential-hackathon.taiwan.gov.tw/

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: UK’s best AI engineers can apply now to build tech for public services in $1 million fellowship
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

Press release

UK’s best AI engineers can apply now to build tech for public services in $1 million fellowship

The UK government, backed by a $1 million Meta grant to the Alan Turing Institute, is launching a 12-month Open-Source AI Fellowship to bring top AI experts into government to build open-source AI tools that improve public services, boost productivity, and support national security.
AI experts can apply for a 12-month tour of duty in government building AI for the public good and backed by $1 million from Meta to the Alan Turing Institute.

In an innovative approach to attracting top talent, fellows will use open-source AI models like Meta’s Llama 3.5 to help create new tools to deliver the Plan for Change – from unblocking planning delays and bolstering national security to slashing the cost of AI across government.

Comes as “Caddy” – the AI customer service assistant that could cut queue times in half — has started being used in government to help staff access expert guidance on grant decisions – improving speed, consistency, and value for money.

A new $1 million programme will bring the UK’s top AI experts into government to build cutting-edge AI tools, helping to make the state more agile so it can deliver the Plan for Change.

Fellows could join government to build AI tools for high-security use cases across the public sector such as language translation in a national security context, and making use of construction planning data to speed up the approvals process and get more homes built.

They could also help expand “Humphrey”, a bundle of AI tools that help civil servants more effectively deliver on the requests of ministers – taking away the admin burdens involved in summarising documents, taking notes and summarising consultation responses.

Fellows will be focused on using open-source AI models, which could reduce costs to the taxpayer when using AI widely, and help unlock up to £45 billion in productivity gains across the public sector.

The “Open-Source AI Fellowship” has been funded by a grant from Meta to the Alan Turing Institute, with fellows set to join DSIT’s Incubator for AI, the team behind “Humphrey.

Today’s announcement follows the Prime Minister setting out that he is “determined to seize” the opportunity of AI to transform the state, making clear that no one in government should be doing something AI can be better and cheaper.

Technology Secretary Peter Kyle said:

This Fellowship is the best of AI in action – open, practical, and built for public good. It’s about delivery, not just ideas – creating real tools that help government work better for people.

We’ve already seen the potential. Caddy – developed with Citizens Advice and now helping Cabinet Office teams – shows how open AI tools can boost productivity, improve decision-making, and support frontline staff.

The Fellowship will help scale that kind of impact across government, and develop sovereign capabilities where the UK must lead, like national security and critical infrastructure.

Joel Kaplan, Chief Global Affairs Officer, Meta, said:

Open-source AI models are helping researchers and developers make major scientific and medical breakthroughs, and they have the potential to transform the delivery of public services too.

This partnership with the Alan Turing Institute will help the government access some of the brightest minds and the technology they need to solve big challenges – and to do it openly and in the public interest.

We hope these fellows will make a big, positive difference and help show just how valuable open-source AI can be to governments and society more broadly.

Dr Jean Innes, CEO of the Alan Turing Institute, said:

Open-source technologies have great potential to help government increase productivity, support decision-making and deliver better public services. These fellowships will offer an innovative way to match AI experts with the real world challenges our public services are facing.

The fellowship comes alongside the news that ‘Caddy’, an AI assistant that helps call centre workers, has been open sourced, meaning call centres across the world could benefit from the tech.

Having been tested in Citizen’s Advice to date, who built the technology in partnership with government, it is also now for the first time being used by central government – with a Cabinet Office team using it to quickly access expert guidance on grant decisions, improving speed, consistency, and value for money.

Caddy works by providing call handlers with key information from guidance documents. Currently being used across six Citizen’s Advice call centres, it helps experts answer calls on everything from managing debt to getting legal help or knowing your rights as a consumer.

Early tests across 1,000 calls showed that it could halve response times. Results also showed that 80% of Caddy-generated responses were ready to use with no revisions, and advisors using Caddy were twice as confident in providing accurate answers.

Today, the government is also launching the next phase of the AI Knowledge Hub – a growing platform that shares real examples, tools, and tips to help teams use AI in the right way.

The Hub is designed to help departments learn from each other, avoid duplication, and move from small pilots to real results.

As part of its next phase, new features will be added including a Prompt Library to help teams use AI to boost everyday productivity and deliver faster, better services.

Notes to editors

Applicants can find more details and register their interest ahead of applications going live next week.

The fellowships will begin in January 2026 and will last for 12 months during which all use cases will be developed, announced, and open-sourced for wider public use.

Fellows will work on high-impact problems identified by departments, which could include:

Secure AI assistants for processing sensitive documents entirely on government systems—crucial for work like national security translation, where data must never leave secure environments

Planning and regulatory tools trained on UK law and policy to support faster, fairer decision-making for citizens

AI systems that can support emergency responders or NHS staff during power outages or network failures—by working fully offline when it matters most

Knowledge Hub

https://ai.gov.uk/knowledge-hub/

Caddy

https://ai.gov.uk/projects/caddy/

https://github.com/i-dot-ai/caddy

DSIT media enquiries

Email press@dsit.gov.uk

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm 020 7215 3000

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Zhang Guangqing: 13 years of grassroots work, addressing people’s problems

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

Zhang Guangqing, from the Dongsheng District Judicial Bureau in Ordos City, north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, is a judicial worker with 13 years of grassroots experience. He has successfully resolved more than 1,200 different conflicts and disputes, totaling over 100 million yuan, with a settlement success rate of 96% and a 100% implementation of settlement agreements and satisfaction rate.

Zhang Guangqing boldly innovates the work of people’s mediation, cleverly develops a new model of “Internet Mediation”, uses an online mediation platform, overcomes space-time barriers, allows data to “run” more and people to “run” less, and realizes the principle of “solving problems without leaving home”.

In March 2023, he was recognized as the Chief People’s Mediator by the Ministry of Justice of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Through his actions, he has proven that people’s mediators are the “first line of defense” in maintaining social harmony and stability, and an indispensable force in building a rule-of-law state and a secure China.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Banking: African Development Bank to host “A Spatial Event! Mapping the Future: Harnessing Geospatial Tools for Transformative Development.”

Source: African Development Bank Group
WHAT:   Leading-Edge Insights (LEI) Series
WHO: African Development Bank Group
WHEN:   24 July 2025; 14:00 –16:00 GMT
WHERE:   Hybrid – African Development Bank Group Headquarters, Room 02S06 , CCIA Building, Plateau, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire and Virtual (Online Event)

MIL OSI Global Banks –

July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: IAEA Mission Reviews China’s Regulatory Framework for Nuclear Safety
Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts today said China had made significant progress in further strengthening its regulation of nuclear safety, benefiting from the innovative use of digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the country continues to rapidly expand its nuclear energy programme.

Noting the importance of the regulatory body’s staffing levels keeping up with China’s fast-growing nuclear industry, the peer review team also encouraged additional improvements in regulations and guidelines in some areas, including nuclear safety inspections and emergency preparedness and response.

The Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) team concluded a 12-day mission to the People’s Republic of China on 11 July, a full-scope review covering all facilities, activities and exposure situations. The 24-member expert mission was conducted at the request of the Government and hosted by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (the National Nuclear Safety Administration), which regulates nuclear safety in China.

With the world’s second largest operating nuclear fleet after the United States, China is currently operating 59 units generating around 5% of its electricity. In addition, it is building 32 units and planning the construction of another 21 units. The previous IRRS mission to China – a follow-up review – was carried out in 2016, when it had 32 units in operation.

“Over the past decade, China has made impressive headway in establishing a capable and independent regulatory body and promoting a healthy nuclear safety culture. China has a strong, competent and trusted national regulator that works effectively to ensure the safety of the public and environment,” said IRRS team leader Mark Foy, former Chief Executive and Chief Nuclear Inspector of the United Kingdom’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).

Using IAEA safety standards and taking advantage of international good practices, IRRS missions are designed to strengthen the effectiveness of the national regulatory infrastructure, while recognizing the responsibility of each country to ensure nuclear and radiation safety.

The IRRS team comprised 20 senior regulatory experts from 17 IAEA Member States: Brazil, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The mission team also included four IAEA staff members and an observer from Japan.

The team reviewed areas including: responsibilities and functions of the government and the regulatory body; the activities of the regulatory body including authorization, inspection and enforcement processes; development and content of regulations and guides; emergency preparedness and response; radiation sources; research reactors; nuclear power plants; fuel cycle facilities; radioactive waste management facilities; transport of radioactive material; decommissioning; occupational exposure; control of medical exposure and public exposure; and interfaces with nuclear security.

Two policy issues were discussed during the mission: the impact of the rapid development of AI on regulation and the shortage of human resources due to the surge in the number of operating reactor units in China.

“The fast growth in China’s nuclear power programme will require the recruitment and training of a significant number of additional nuclear professionals in the regulatory field in the coming years. Its use of technology to support the effectiveness of its national regulator is an exemplar for all of us to learn from,” Foy, the mission team leader, said.

During the mission, the team conducted interviews and discussions with staff of the National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA) and its leadership. Team members also met senior representatives from the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), which oversees the nuclear industry in the country, as well as the National Health Commission (NHC) and the China National Energy Authority (NEA).

They observed regulatory oversight activities at: a nuclear power plant, a research reactor, a nuclear fuel cycle facility, a radiation sources facility, a radioactive waste management facility, a transport facility and a hospital.

They identified several good practices by the regulatory body, including:
- Unique advances in developing, adopting and exploiting the benefits of AI-based tools to significantly improve the efficiency of its decision-making, safety oversight and knowledge management.
- Arrangements for regular, high-level exchanges with all senior industry stakeholders on domestic and global nuclear safety developments, ensuring a common understanding on nuclear safety priorities and required improvements across China’s nuclear industry.
Recommendations and suggestions for further improvement of the overall effectiveness of China’s regulatory system included:
- Clarifying protection strategies in the case of a nuclear or radiological emergency.
- Providing a documented process for developing inspection plans for nuclear facilities.
- Establishing and implementing a comprehensive safety culture oversight programme.
- Enhancing its processes to ensure that updates to department rules, guides, and standards are completed to appropriately align with the latest IAEA safety standards.
The mission team viewed China’s invitation of an international peer review as part of the second IRRS cycle as a sign of openness and transparency.

“China has demonstrated a commendable commitment to continuous safety improvement by inviting this comprehensive full-scope IRRS mission,” said Karine Herviou, Deputy Director General and Head of the IAEA Department of Nuclear Safety and Security. “The team of senior regulatory experts recognized the Government’s unequivocal support to ensure a strong national safety regulator, including the provision of human and financial resources, while also proposing specific actions for further enhancements.”

Baotong Dong, MEE Vice Minister and NNSA Administrator, said the IRRS peer review team had positively acknowledged China’s nuclear and radiation safety regulatory framework and practices and stressed that these would be further enhanced in future.

“China has established a regulatory system that aligns with international standards while meeting national conditions. The Government will further enhance its regulatory capabilities, accelerate the development of a modern nuclear safety regulatory system, and promote a virtuous cycle of high-level nuclear safety and high-quality development in the nuclear sector,” Vice Minister Dong said. “China stands ready to contribute to strengthening global nuclear safety governance and elevating worldwide nuclear safety standards.”

The final mission report will be provided to the Government of the China in about three months. The Government plans to make the report public. China will consider inviting an IRRS follow-up mission at a later stage.

IAEA safety standards

The IAEA safety standards provide a robust framework of fundamental principles, requirements and guidance to ensure safety. They reflect an international consensus and serve as a global reference for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI China: Traditional industries bloom anew in China’s modernization push

Source: China State Council Information Office

From steel mills adopting AI-powered systems to textile factories deploying cutting-edge automation, China’s traditional industries are undergoing a significant transformation.

Spearheaded by President Xi Jinping, this drive is injecting fresh vitality into traditional sectors that underpin the country’s modern industrial base.

Under Xi’s watch, China is doubling down on boosting the competitiveness and sustainability in these sectors, which generate about 80 percent of the country’s manufacturing output and play a vital role in supporting employment and broader economic growth.

“The real economy should not be neglected. Nor should the traditional industries within it. And industrial transformation and upgrading must be realized through sci-tech innovation,” Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, said while visiting Yangquan Valve Co., Ltd., a century-old enterprise, during an inspection tour in north China’s Shanxi Province this week.

By focusing on innovation and boosting investment in research and development, the company has earned the designation of a “little giant” enterprise, a title for outstanding specialized, high-tech small and medium-sized firms. It has obtained dozens of patents and expanded its global footprint through exports to countries including the United States, India and Pakistan.

During this visit to the company, Xi emphasized that traditional manufacturing is an important part of the real economy, and called for efforts to respond to market demand and enhance sci-tech innovation to breathe new life into traditional industries.

Boosting the development of traditional industries has been high on the agenda of Xi.

During his domestic inspections in recent years, Xi has regularly visited enterprises and factories. He inspects production lines and engages in conversations with frontline workers, gaining a firsthand understanding of the products and the progress involving transformation and upgrading.

These on-the-ground surveys have reinforced China’s push for transformation and upgrading tailored to regional strengths, rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

This emphasis was highlighted during an inspection tour of southwest China’s Yunnan Province in March, where Xi urged all regions to pursue industrial transformation and upgrading based on local conditions, in line with economic principles, while making full use of their unique strengths.

“Old enterprises can also pursue high-end, smart and green transformation. It is crucial not to dismiss traditional industries as uniformly ‘low-end’ or ‘backward’ and simply phase them out, as doing so could lead to a disruption in the transition from old to new growth drivers, cause a loss of momentum, and exacerbate the pains of structural adjustment,” Xi said during an inspection tour in Liaoning Province in January.

Since introducing the concept of new quality productive forces in 2023, Xi has consistently highlighted that traditional industries are the cornerstone for developing advanced productive capabilities.

During a deliberation at the annual national legislative session last year, Xi noted that developing new quality productive forces “does not mean neglecting or abandoning traditional industries.”

This point was further reiterated in May last year when he visited Shandong Province and commended Rizhao Port for its successful transformation from a traditional port into a modern one. “The port has not only achieved top-tier cargo throughput nationwide but has also gained valuable insights into fostering new quality productive forces through the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries,” Xi said.

Guided by his vision, China has made significant progress in accelerating the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries, steering them toward more advanced, intelligent and greener development.

Technologies like industrial internet, 5G and AI have been extensively applied in traditional industries. In 2024, investment in technological upgrades in the manufacturing sector increased by 8 percent year on year, outpacing the overall investment growth.

In key energy-consuming industries such as chemicals, building materials, steel and non-ferrous metals, energy consumption per unit of value-added output fell in 2024 from the previous year.

Looking ahead, China will take comprehensive measures, including pushing technological advances as well as large-scale equipment renewal projects in the manufacturing sector, and accelerating the digitalization of manufacturing, to promote traditional industry transformation and upgrading, according to this year’s government work report.

“In the past, Chinese workers made arduous manual efforts to hammer away at the country’s industrial development. Today, it must be upgraded through advanced technologies and equipment,” Xi said, stressing that the real economy makes the country prosperous and solid work makes it flourishing.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI China: Elyn MacInnis: Building bridges of friendship between China and US

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

Tucked away in the quiet hills above Fuzhou in southeastern China’s Fujian province was a village called Kuliang. Once a tranquil summer retreat for foreign residents in China, it is now a powerful symbol of enduring friendship between the East and the West. At the heart of this transformation is Elyn MacInnis, a cultural researcher, educator, and tireless advocate for China-U.S. people-to-people ties.

For decades, MacInnis has devoted herself to uncovering and sharing the history of Kuliang, where diplomats, educators, doctors, and their families from the foreign community lived with the Chinese on the mountain as neighbors in the late 1800s and the early 1900s. Their children played together, families shared meals, and without realizing it, they built a cross-cultural bond that would resonate across generations, MacInnis said.

Elyn MacInnis (2nd L) attends a story-sharing session at the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting in Beijing, July 10, 2025. [Photo by Guo Shasha/China Pictorial]

At the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting in Beijing on Thursday, MacInnis recalled one of the most moving stories of the Kuliang community: Milton Gardner, an American who spent his childhood in Kuliang and kept the village in his mind throughout his life. In 1992, then-Fuzhou Party Secretary Xi Jinping invited Gardner’s widow to visit the village, transforming Milton’s memories into a shared story of friendship that now touches people around the world.

Over the years, MacInnis has collected more than 200 historical photographs, over 100,000 words of archival materials, and built the first English-language website dedicated to Kuliang. She also helped identify people in old photographs using AI technology, and reconnected descendants of families who once lived in the village — reviving a legacy of goodwill, cooperation, and shared humanity.

Guests pose for photos before attending the opening ceremony of Kuliang Families Story Museum in Kuliang, Fuzhou, southeastern China’s Fujian province, June 22, 2024. [Photo/Xinhua]

“There were doctors who turned their summer homes into clinics on the weekends for local villagers; there were educators who spent their vacations teaching the mountain children to read and write; and the local villagers of Kuliang helped their foreign friends build strong houses of stone and wood and provided them with food and warmly welcomed them,” recalled MacInnis.

“These are stories of respect, of care, of shared life together. That’s what the Kuliang spirit is. And it’s exactly what the Global Civilization Initiative calls for — friendship through understanding, and peace through people-to-people connection.”

Elyn MacInnis receives the Friendship Envoy Award of the 2025 Orchid Awards in Beijing, July 10, 2025. [Poster designed by Song Xiucheng/China.org.cn]

In recognition of her contributions, MacInnis was honored with the Friendship Envoy Award of the 2025 Orchid Awards in Beijing on Thursday.

Upon receiving the award, she said, “I have spent much of my life building bridges of friendship between China and the United States. The bridges are not made of steel or stone — they are built from warm, kindhearted people, and the stories of their lives in China that I have had the privilege to share.”

“My joy and my passion is finding the small details in the stories of people from different cultures who’ve come to China over time and become deep, deep friends — some of whom have been friends for four or five generations,” MacInnis added.

Looking ahead, MacInnis said she sees the younger generation as the key to sustaining this spirit. “As we walk together along the road of friendship — the flowers will bloom,” she said, quoting Bing Xin, a prominent writer from Fuzhou.

Through every story told, every photo restored, and every connection rebuilt, MacInnis said she hopes the “Kuliang spirit” will grow — like the centuries-old cypress tree atop the mountain in Kuliang — getting stronger with every story that is shared.

MIL OSI China News –

July 11, 2025
Trump to Make Major Statement on Russia as U.S. Approves New Weapons Package for Ukraine via NATO

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday the United States would supply weapons to Ukraine via NATO and that he would make a “major statement” on Russia on Monday.

In recent days, Trump has expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the lack of progress towards ending the war sparked by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

“I think I’ll have a major statement to make on Russia on Monday,” Trump told NBC News, declining to elaborate.

Trump also told NBC News about what he called a new deal between the U.S., NATO allies and Ukraine over weapons shipment from the United States.

“We’re sending weapons to NATO, and NATO is paying for those weapons, 100%. So what we’re doing is the weapons that are going out are going to NATO, and then NATO is going to be giving those weapons (to Ukraine), and NATO is paying for those weapons,” Trump said.

“We send weapons to NATO, and NATO is going to reimburse the full cost of those weapons,” he added.

For the first time since returning to office, Trump will send weapons to Kyiv under a presidential power frequently used by his predecessor, two sources familiar with the decision said on Thursday.

Trump’s team will identify arms from U.S. stockpiles to send to Ukraine under the Presidential Drawdown Authority, which allows the president to draw from weapons stocks to help allies in an emergency, the sources said, with one saying they could be worth around $300 million.

Trump on Tuesday said the U.S. would send more weapons to Ukraine to help the country defend itself against intensifying Russian advances.

The package could include defensive Patriot missiles and offensive medium-range rockets, but a decision on the exact equipment has not been made, the sources said. One of the people said this would happen at a meeting on Thursday.

The Trump administration has so far only sent weapons authorized by former President Joe Biden, who was a staunch supporter of Kyiv. The Pentagon and the White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Trump had pledged to swiftly end the war but months into his presidency, little progress has been made. The Republican president has sometimes criticized U.S. spending on Ukraine’s defence, spoken favorably of Russia and publicly clashed with Ukraine’s leader. However, sometimes he has also voiced support for Kyiv and expressed disappointment in the leadership of Russia.

$12 BILLION PLEDGED FOR UKRAINE

Russia unleashed heavy airstrikes on Ukraine on Thursday before a conference in Rome at which Kyiv won billions of dollars in aid pledges, and U.S.-Russian talks at which Washington voiced frustration with Moscow over the war.

Two people were killed, 26 were wounded, according to figures from the national emergency services, and there was damage in nearly every part of Kyiv from missile and drone attacks on the capital and other parts of Ukraine.

Addressing the Rome conference on Ukraine’s reconstruction after more than three years of war, Zelenskiy urged allies to “more actively” use Russian assets for rebuilding and called for weapons, joint defence production and investment.

Participants pledged over 10 billion euros ($12 billion) to help rebuild Ukraine, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said. The European Commission, the EU’s executive, announced 2.3 billion euros ($2.7 billion) in support.

At talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov while in Malaysia, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he had reinforced the message that Moscow should show more flexibility.

“We need to see a roadmap moving forward about how this conflict can conclude,” Rubio said, adding that the Trump administration had been engaging with the U.S. Senate on what new sanctions on Russia might look like.

“It was a frank conversation. It was an important one,” Rubio said after the 50-minute talks in Kuala Lumpur. Moscow’s foreign ministry said they had shared “a substantive and frank exchange of views”.

‘NIGHTLY TERROR’

Zelenskiy said Thursday’s assault by Russia had involved around 400 drones and 18 missiles, primarily targeting the capital.

Explosions and anti-aircraft fire rattled the city. Windows were blown out, facades ravaged and cars burned to shells. In the city centre, an apartment in an eight-story building was engulfed in flames.

“This is terror because it happens every night when people are asleep,” said Karyna Volf, a 25-year-old Kyiv resident who rushed out of her apartment moments before it was showered with shards of glass.

Air defences stopped all but a few dozen of the drones, authorities said, a day after Russia launched a record 728 drones at Ukraine.

(Reuters)

July 11, 2025
India to host first global conference on manuscript heritage in September

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

In a major initiative to preserve and promote India’s vast manuscript wealth, the Ministry of Culture on Thursday announced the country’s first-ever global conference dedicated to manuscript heritage.

Titled ‘Reclaiming India’s Knowledge Legacy Through Manuscript Heritage’, the three-day international conference will be held from 11 to 13 September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The announcement was made on the occasion of Guru Purnima, underlining India’s commitment to the guru–śiṣya tradition and its centuries-old knowledge systems.

The conference is being organised in respectful commemoration of Swami Vivekananda’s historic address at the Parliament of the World’s Religions on September 11, 1893. The date holds special significance as a reminder of India’s enduring vision for universal knowledge and peace.

India is home to more than 10 million manuscripts covering diverse subjects such as philosophy, science, medicine, mathematics, literature, rituals, and arts. These manuscripts are considered a vital link in sustaining the country’s intellectual and cultural legacy.

The conference will bring together over 500 delegates, including 75 distinguished scholars, thought leaders, and cultural custodians from India and abroad. Designed in a hybrid format, it will allow both in-person and virtual participation to ensure wider global engagement.

Thematic sessions will cover key areas such as conservation, digitisation, palaeography, metadata standards, AI-based archival practices, ethical custodianship, and the integration of manuscript knowledge into modern education. Rare manuscripts, including those listed under UNESCO’s Memory of the World register, will be showcased. The event will also feature live demonstrations of conservation techniques, workshops, cultural performances, and dedicated spaces for manuscript-focused startups.

One of the key outcomes of the conference will be the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration on Manuscript Heritage. Expert working groups will be formed for decipherment, conservation, translation, and digital archiving. The Ministry also plans to launch the Manuscript Research Partner (MRP) programme to provide hands-on training and script labs for young scholars.

Researchers and scholars are invited to submit original research papers and case studies

July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Security: IAEA Mission Reviews China’s Regulatory Framework for Nuclear Safety
Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts today said China had made significant progress in further strengthening its regulation of nuclear safety, benefiting from the innovative use of digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the country continues to rapidly expand its nuclear energy programme.

Noting the importance of the regulatory body’s staffing levels keeping up with China’s fast-growing nuclear industry, the peer review team also encouraged additional improvements in regulations and guidelines in some areas, including nuclear safety inspections and emergency preparedness and response.

The Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) team concluded a 12-day mission to the People’s Republic of China on 11 July, a full-scope review covering all facilities, activities and exposure situations. The 24-member expert mission was conducted at the request of the Government and hosted by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (the National Nuclear Safety Administration), which regulates nuclear safety in China.

With the world’s second largest operating nuclear fleet after the United States, China is currently operating 59 units generating around 5% of its electricity. In addition, it is building 32 units and planning the construction of another 21 units. The previous IRRS mission to China – a follow-up review – was carried out in 2016, when it had 32 units in operation.

“Over the past decade, China has made impressive headway in establishing a capable and independent regulatory body and promoting a healthy nuclear safety culture. China has a strong, competent and trusted national regulator that works effectively to ensure the safety of the public and environment,” said IRRS team leader Mark Foy, former Chief Executive and Chief Nuclear Inspector of the United Kingdom’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).

Using IAEA safety standards and taking advantage of international good practices, IRRS missions are designed to strengthen the effectiveness of the national regulatory infrastructure, while recognizing the responsibility of each country to ensure nuclear and radiation safety.

The IRRS team comprised 20 senior regulatory experts from 17 IAEA Member States: Brazil, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The mission team also included four IAEA staff members and an observer from Japan.

The team reviewed areas including: responsibilities and functions of the government and the regulatory body; the activities of the regulatory body including authorization, inspection and enforcement processes; development and content of regulations and guides; emergency preparedness and response; radiation sources; research reactors; nuclear power plants; fuel cycle facilities; radioactive waste management facilities; transport of radioactive material; decommissioning; occupational exposure; control of medical exposure and public exposure; and interfaces with nuclear security.

Two policy issues were discussed during the mission: the impact of the rapid development of AI on regulation and the shortage of human resources due to the surge in the number of operating reactor units in China.

“The fast growth in China’s nuclear power programme will require the recruitment and training of a significant number of additional nuclear professionals in the regulatory field in the coming years. Its use of technology to support the effectiveness of its national regulator is an exemplar for all of us to learn from,” Foy, the mission team leader, said.

During the mission, the team conducted interviews and discussions with staff of the National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA) and its leadership. Team members also met senior representatives from the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), which oversees the nuclear industry in the country, as well as the National Health Commission (NHC) and the China National Energy Authority (NEA).

They observed regulatory oversight activities at: a nuclear power plant, a research reactor, a nuclear fuel cycle facility, a radiation sources facility, a radioactive waste management facility, a transport facility and a hospital.

They identified several good practices by the regulatory body, including:
- Unique advances in developing, adopting and exploiting the benefits of AI-based tools to significantly improve the efficiency of its decision-making, safety oversight and knowledge management.
- Arrangements for regular, high-level exchanges with all senior industry stakeholders on domestic and global nuclear safety developments, ensuring a common understanding on nuclear safety priorities and required improvements across China’s nuclear industry.
Recommendations and suggestions for further improvement of the overall effectiveness of China’s regulatory system included:
- Clarifying protection strategies in the case of a nuclear or radiological emergency.
- Providing a documented process for developing inspection plans for nuclear facilities.
- Establishing and implementing a comprehensive safety culture oversight programme.
- Enhancing its processes to ensure that updates to department rules, guides, and standards are completed to appropriately align with the latest IAEA safety standards.
The mission team viewed China’s invitation of an international peer review as part of the second IRRS cycle as a sign of openness and transparency.

“China has demonstrated a commendable commitment to continuous safety improvement by inviting this comprehensive full-scope IRRS mission,” said Karine Herviou, Deputy Director General and Head of the IAEA Department of Nuclear Safety and Security. “The team of senior regulatory experts recognized the Government’s unequivocal support to ensure a strong national safety regulator, including the provision of human and financial resources, while also proposing specific actions for further enhancements.”

Baotong Dong, MEE Vice Minister and NNSA Administrator, said the IRRS peer review team had positively acknowledged China’s nuclear and radiation safety regulatory framework and practices and stressed that these would be further enhanced in future.

“China has established a regulatory system that aligns with international standards while meeting national conditions. The Government will further enhance its regulatory capabilities, accelerate the development of a modern nuclear safety regulatory system, and promote a virtuous cycle of high-level nuclear safety and high-quality development in the nuclear sector,” Vice Minister Dong said. “China stands ready to contribute to strengthening global nuclear safety governance and elevating worldwide nuclear safety standards.”

The final mission report will be provided to the Government of the China in about three months. The Government plans to make the report public. China will consider inviting an IRRS follow-up mission at a later stage.

IAEA safety standards

The IAEA safety standards provide a robust framework of fundamental principles, requirements and guidance to ensure safety. They reflect an international consensus and serve as a global reference for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI NGOs: IAEA Mission Reviews China’s Regulatory Framework for Nuclear Safety
Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) –

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts today said China had made significant progress in further strengthening its regulation of nuclear safety, benefiting from the innovative use of digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as the country continues to rapidly expand its nuclear energy programme.

Noting the importance of the regulatory body’s staffing levels keeping up with China’s fast-growing nuclear industry, the peer review team also encouraged additional improvements in regulations and guidelines in some areas, including nuclear safety inspections and emergency preparedness and response.

The Integrated Regulatory Review Service (IRRS) team concluded a 12-day mission to the People’s Republic of China on 11 July, a full-scope review covering all facilities, activities and exposure situations. The 24-member expert mission was conducted at the request of the Government and hosted by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (the National Nuclear Safety Administration), which regulates nuclear safety in China.

With the world’s second largest operating nuclear fleet after the United States, China is currently operating 59 units generating around 5% of its electricity. In addition, it is building 32 units and planning the construction of another 21 units. The previous IRRS mission to China – a follow-up review – was carried out in 2016, when it had 32 units in operation.

“Over the past decade, China has made impressive headway in establishing a capable and independent regulatory body and promoting a healthy nuclear safety culture. China has a strong, competent and trusted national regulator that works effectively to ensure the safety of the public and environment,” said IRRS team leader Mark Foy, former Chief Executive and Chief Nuclear Inspector of the United Kingdom’s Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).

Using IAEA safety standards and taking advantage of international good practices, IRRS missions are designed to strengthen the effectiveness of the national regulatory infrastructure, while recognizing the responsibility of each country to ensure nuclear and radiation safety.

The IRRS team comprised 20 senior regulatory experts from 17 IAEA Member States: Brazil, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The mission team also included four IAEA staff members and an observer from Japan.

The team reviewed areas including: responsibilities and functions of the government and the regulatory body; the activities of the regulatory body including authorization, inspection and enforcement processes; development and content of regulations and guides; emergency preparedness and response; radiation sources; research reactors; nuclear power plants; fuel cycle facilities; radioactive waste management facilities; transport of radioactive material; decommissioning; occupational exposure; control of medical exposure and public exposure; and interfaces with nuclear security.

Two policy issues were discussed during the mission: the impact of the rapid development of AI on regulation and the shortage of human resources due to the surge in the number of operating reactor units in China.

“The fast growth in China’s nuclear power programme will require the recruitment and training of a significant number of additional nuclear professionals in the regulatory field in the coming years. Its use of technology to support the effectiveness of its national regulator is an exemplar for all of us to learn from,” Foy, the mission team leader, said.

During the mission, the team conducted interviews and discussions with staff of the National Nuclear Safety Administration (NNSA) and its leadership. Team members also met senior representatives from the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA), which oversees the nuclear industry in the country, as well as the National Health Commission (NHC) and the China National Energy Authority (NEA).

They observed regulatory oversight activities at: a nuclear power plant, a research reactor, a nuclear fuel cycle facility, a radiation sources facility, a radioactive waste management facility, a transport facility and a hospital.

They identified several good practices by the regulatory body, including:
- Unique advances in developing, adopting and exploiting the benefits of AI-based tools to significantly improve the efficiency of its decision-making, safety oversight and knowledge management.
- Arrangements for regular, high-level exchanges with all senior industry stakeholders on domestic and global nuclear safety developments, ensuring a common understanding on nuclear safety priorities and required improvements across China’s nuclear industry.
Recommendations and suggestions for further improvement of the overall effectiveness of China’s regulatory system included:
- Clarifying protection strategies in the case of a nuclear or radiological emergency.
- Providing a documented process for developing inspection plans for nuclear facilities.
- Establishing and implementing a comprehensive safety culture oversight programme.
- Enhancing its processes to ensure that updates to department rules, guides, and standards are completed to appropriately align with the latest IAEA safety standards.
The mission team viewed China’s invitation of an international peer review as part of the second IRRS cycle as a sign of openness and transparency.

“China has demonstrated a commendable commitment to continuous safety improvement by inviting this comprehensive full-scope IRRS mission,” said Karine Herviou, Deputy Director General and Head of the IAEA Department of Nuclear Safety and Security. “The team of senior regulatory experts recognized the Government’s unequivocal support to ensure a strong national safety regulator, including the provision of human and financial resources, while also proposing specific actions for further enhancements.”

Baotong Dong, MEE Vice Minister and NNSA Administrator, said the IRRS peer review team had positively acknowledged China’s nuclear and radiation safety regulatory framework and practices and stressed that these would be further enhanced in future.

“China has established a regulatory system that aligns with international standards while meeting national conditions. The Government will further enhance its regulatory capabilities, accelerate the development of a modern nuclear safety regulatory system, and promote a virtuous cycle of high-level nuclear safety and high-quality development in the nuclear sector,” Vice Minister Dong said. “China stands ready to contribute to strengthening global nuclear safety governance and elevating worldwide nuclear safety standards.”

The final mission report will be provided to the Government of the China in about three months. The Government plans to make the report public. China will consider inviting an IRRS follow-up mission at a later stage.

IAEA safety standards

The IAEA safety standards provide a robust framework of fundamental principles, requirements and guidance to ensure safety. They reflect an international consensus and serve as a global reference for protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.
MIL OSI NGO –
July 11, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open lower amid uncertainty around Trump tariffs

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

The Indian equity market indices opened lower on Friday amid lingering uncertainty over US President Donald Trump’s trade policies, as he continues to threaten higher tariffs across various sectors and countries.

At 9:20 am, the Sensex was down 224 points, or 0.27 per cent, at 82,965, while the Nifty shed 65 points, or 0.26 per cent, to trade at 25,289.

Marginal buying was seen in midcap and smallcap stocks. The Nifty Midcap 100 index was up 60 points, or 0.10 per cent, at 59,220, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 index rose 11 points, or 0.06 per cent, to 18,967.

According to analysts, given the current environment marked by uncertainty and heightened volatility, traders are advised to adopt a cautious “wait and watch” approach, especially with leveraged positions. Booking partial profits during rallies and using tight trailing stop-losses is recommended.

In the Sensex pack, HUL, Asian Paints, Axis Bank, NTPC, Power Grid, Tata Steel, SBI, Adani Ports, Sun Pharma, and ITC were among the major gainers. TCS, Infosys, M&M, Tech Mahindra, HCL Tech, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finserv, and Trent were the prominent losers.

On the sectoral front, PSU banks, financial services, pharma, FMCG, and metal stocks were trading in the green, while auto, IT, realty, and media sectors were in the red.

In Asia, stock markets traded mixed. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and South Korea’s KOSPI were trading flat, while China’s Shanghai Composite and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng gained over one per cent.

Overnight in the US, Wall Street’s major indices, the S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite, closed at record highs. The Dow Jones climbed 0.43 per cent and the S&P 500 rose 0.27 per cent.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) bought equities worth Rs 221 crore on July 10, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) purchased shares worth Rs 591 crore on the same day.

President Trump has announced 35 per cent tariffs on Canada and warned of higher levies if Ottawa retaliates. These tariffs will come into effect on August 1. Recently, Trump also threatened to impose a 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian imports unless Brazil halts legal proceedings against former President Bolsonaro.

—IANS

July 11, 2025
Bitcoin jumps to record on institutional investor demand

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

Bitcoin rallied to an all-time high on Friday, powered by demand from institutional investors and friendly policies of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration.

The world’s largest cryptocurrency rose to a peak of $116,781.10 in the Asian session on Friday, taking its gains for the year thus far to more than 24%.

In March, Trump signed an executive order to establish a strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies. He has also appointed several crypto-friendly individuals, including Securities and Exchange Commission Paul Atkins and White House artificial intelligence czar David Sacks.

Trump’s family businesses have also made forays into cryptocurrencies. Trump Media & Technology Group is looking to launch an exchange-traded fund to invest in multiple crypto tokens including Bitcoin, a SEC filing on Tuesday showed.

Ether, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, similarly jumped more than 5% to last trade at $2,964.02, after earlier hitting a five-month high of $2,998.41.

(Reuters)

July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Russian scientist receives Chinese Xihu Friendship Award

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, July 11 (Xinhua) — Nikolai Polyakov, a Russian scientist from the Yangtze River Delta Biomedical Technology Research Park in Deqing County, east China’s Zhejiang Province, has been awarded the Xihu Friendship Award, county authorities said.

The award ceremony was held recently in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province, where West Lake is located, an iconic landmark and symbol of the city’s culture, which gave the award its name.

Nikolay Polyakov is a leading scientist in the biomedical field in the above-mentioned park. He works on introducing advanced technologies related to mechanochemistry and magnetic resonance imaging in China, having contributed to the establishment of a joint laboratory in the field of mechanochemistry by Zhejiang Province and the Russian side.

N. Polyakov actively participated in the creation of a platform between research institutions and universities in China and foreign countries for academic exchanges and cooperation, making important contributions to education, scientific research and international cooperation, according to a statement from local authorities.

Established in 1997, the 2025 Xihu Friendship Prize has been awarded to a total of 50 foreign experts working in Zhejiang in recognition of their contributions to the province’s socio-economic development. -0-

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Northern Markets Rolls Out New Market Dashboards Designed to Cut Through the Noise

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

LONDON, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northern Markets, a global investment firm offering access to multi-asset trading, has introduced a new set of market dashboards aimed at simplifying how traders view market trends, asset performance, and financial data. The latest rollout is now live on its platform and available to all users across supported regions.

The dashboards were created to assist traders in handling the rising amount of data in today’s financial markets. The startup hopes to decrease clutter and enhance decision-making across several asset classes, including stocks, crypto, indexes, and commodities, by condensing essential data and live updates into a single screen. Both desktop and mobile versions of the platform support the capability.

The company claims that the dashboards are designed to emphasize the most important information during volatile times. They include price alerts sections, sector heatmaps, asset-specific news, top movers, and volume trends. The aim is to make traders more responsive by detecting pertinent market changes in real time.

“Traders today are overwhelmed by information. Our goal was to build a dashboard that puts the most relevant data front and center,” said a Northern Markets spokesperson. “Instead of navigating through several feeds and pricing windows, customers may now obtain a condensed view focused on the assets that are most important to them.”

The new dashboard also indicates an increasing tendency of investment platforms to incorporate smart layout tools that support various trading styles. Depending on the strategy, whether short-term, swing or position trading, the user can customize the filters and layout options of the dashboard.

Simplifying Access to Market Movement

As the pace of the global market accelerates, investors and retail traders are seeking tools that not only present data but also explain it in a clearer manner. Northern Markets’ dashboard was built with this concern in mind.

Designed to be minimal yet informative, the feature integrates watchlists, custom filters, and sector breakdowns. Users can organize assets by categories like volatility, trade volume, or percentage change. The dashboard updates continuously during market hours to reflect live movement.

The platform’s development team noted that this update is part of a broader effort to reshape the user experience by reducing noise and cutting the time spent on basic analysis. While the dashboard does not offer automated recommendations or trading signals, it serves as a base layer for traders to make their own calls.

“We didn’t want to automate the thinking for traders. This tool is meant to enhance how they read the markets, not tell them what to do,” said the company expert. “It’s about efficiency, not control.”

The update has been introduced without the need for separate installation or upgrades, and users will see the new dashboard automatically integrated within their existing account view.

Looking Ahead

As markets grow more complex, platforms are under pressure to provide more useful visual tools without overwhelming the user. Northern Markets’ dashboard addition marks a step in that direction. While it does not include predictive analytics or trading automation, it aligns with the broader industry move toward personalization and layout-based functionality.

The company stated that future updates to the dashboard may include more asset overlays and integration with calendar events and earnings reports. However, the current version remains focused on simplicity and ease of access.

About Northern Markets

Northern Markets is a global investment firm offering access to a diverse range of financial instruments, including cryptocurrencies, equities, indices, and commodities. Known for its data-driven approach and personalized account management, Northern Markets empowers clients with tools, insights, and support to navigate today’s complex financial landscape. With a strong focus on transparency and regulatory alignment, the company continues to be a trusted resource for modern investors worldwide.

Media Contact:
Name: Daniel Simon
Email: support@northmarkets.email
Website: https://northmarkets.io/

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Northern Markets Rolls Out New Market Dashboards Designed to Cut Through the Noise

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

LONDON, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northern Markets, a global investment firm offering access to multi-asset trading, has introduced a new set of market dashboards aimed at simplifying how traders view market trends, asset performance, and financial data. The latest rollout is now live on its platform and available to all users across supported regions.

The dashboards were created to assist traders in handling the rising amount of data in today’s financial markets. The startup hopes to decrease clutter and enhance decision-making across several asset classes, including stocks, crypto, indexes, and commodities, by condensing essential data and live updates into a single screen. Both desktop and mobile versions of the platform support the capability.

The company claims that the dashboards are designed to emphasize the most important information during volatile times. They include price alerts sections, sector heatmaps, asset-specific news, top movers, and volume trends. The aim is to make traders more responsive by detecting pertinent market changes in real time.

“Traders today are overwhelmed by information. Our goal was to build a dashboard that puts the most relevant data front and center,” said a Northern Markets spokesperson. “Instead of navigating through several feeds and pricing windows, customers may now obtain a condensed view focused on the assets that are most important to them.”

The new dashboard also indicates an increasing tendency of investment platforms to incorporate smart layout tools that support various trading styles. Depending on the strategy, whether short-term, swing or position trading, the user can customize the filters and layout options of the dashboard.

Simplifying Access to Market Movement

As the pace of the global market accelerates, investors and retail traders are seeking tools that not only present data but also explain it in a clearer manner. Northern Markets’ dashboard was built with this concern in mind.

Designed to be minimal yet informative, the feature integrates watchlists, custom filters, and sector breakdowns. Users can organize assets by categories like volatility, trade volume, or percentage change. The dashboard updates continuously during market hours to reflect live movement.

The platform’s development team noted that this update is part of a broader effort to reshape the user experience by reducing noise and cutting the time spent on basic analysis. While the dashboard does not offer automated recommendations or trading signals, it serves as a base layer for traders to make their own calls.

“We didn’t want to automate the thinking for traders. This tool is meant to enhance how they read the markets, not tell them what to do,” said the company expert. “It’s about efficiency, not control.”

The update has been introduced without the need for separate installation or upgrades, and users will see the new dashboard automatically integrated within their existing account view.

Looking Ahead

As markets grow more complex, platforms are under pressure to provide more useful visual tools without overwhelming the user. Northern Markets’ dashboard addition marks a step in that direction. While it does not include predictive analytics or trading automation, it aligns with the broader industry move toward personalization and layout-based functionality.

The company stated that future updates to the dashboard may include more asset overlays and integration with calendar events and earnings reports. However, the current version remains focused on simplicity and ease of access.

About Northern Markets

Northern Markets is a global investment firm offering access to a diverse range of financial instruments, including cryptocurrencies, equities, indices, and commodities. Known for its data-driven approach and personalized account management, Northern Markets empowers clients with tools, insights, and support to navigate today’s complex financial landscape. With a strong focus on transparency and regulatory alignment, the company continues to be a trusted resource for modern investors worldwide.

Media Contact:
Name: Daniel Simon
Email: support@northmarkets.email
Website: https://northmarkets.io/

Disclaimer: This press release is provided by Northern Markets. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice. Investing in crypto and mining related opportunities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of capital. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. However, due to the inherently speculative nature of the blockchain sector–including cryptocurrency, NFTs, and mining–complete accuracy cannot always be guaranteed. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any fraudulent activities, misrepresentations, or financial losses arising from the content of this press release. Speculate only with funds that you can afford to lose. In the event of any legal claims or charges against this article, we accept no liability or responsibility.

Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an “as-is” basis, without any warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We do not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information presented herein. Any concerns, complaints, or copyright issues related to this article should be directed to the content provider mentioned above.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI China: China, Egypt vow to deepen strategic ties, promote mutual benefit

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

CAIRO, July 11 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang wrapped up a two-day official visit to Egypt on Thursday, reaffirming stronger bilateral ties and pledging deeper cooperation between the two countries.

During his visit, the Chinese premier underscored the enduring strength and strategic depth of China-Egypt relations, highlighting the two nations’ longstanding friendship, shared values as ancient civilizations, and growing partnership.

Since the establishment of diplomatic ties nearly 70 years ago, the two countries have remained close friends who support each other and strategic partners with a shared future, Li said upon his arrival.

Together, the two countries have set a model for solidarity, unity, self-reliance, mutual benefit, and mutual support among major developing countries, he added.

China-Egypt relations have flourished, with their traditional friendship growing stronger over time, political mutual trust deepened, fruitful results yielded through practical cooperation, and multilateral coordination becoming closer and more effective, the premier said.

Applauding the steady growth of bilateral ties, Assem Hanafi, former Egyptian ambassador to China, wrote in a recent article that the relations in the last decade “have become a model for a comprehensive partnership built on respect, trust, understanding and shared interests.”

Such ties “have gained unprecedented momentum, marked by deepening political cooperation and robust economic engagement,” he said.

China is a major trade and investment partner for Egypt. Bilateral trade exceeded 17 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, and Chinese investments in Egypt have surged, especially in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The China-Egypt TEDA Suez Economic and Trade Cooperation Zone, hosting 185 companies, has become a model for industrial cooperation.

Cooperation dominated the agenda during the Chinese premier’s talks with Egyptian leaders. During their meetings, Li stressed the importance of economic synergy and investment facilitation.

When meeting with Speaker of the Egyptian House of Representatives Hanafy Ali Gebaly, Li outlined a comprehensive vision for cooperation, saying that China and Egypt, aiming for a higher level of mutual benefit and win-win results, should cooperate in the sustainable operation of bilateral landmark projects, continuously improve the level of two-way trade and investment facilitation, strengthen industrial docking and market connectivity.

In his meeting with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Kamal Madbouly, Li said that China is willing to work with Egypt to optimize the development of bilateral trade and create more highlights of cooperation as well as new drivers of economic growth.

“Chinese investments in Egypt can be classified as a win-win model, as Egypt benefits from Chinese technology, job creation and more. The Chinese-Egyptian product is also exportable, making these investments mutually beneficial,” former Egyptian Prime Minister Essam Sharaf told Xinhua.

“The cooperation between developing countries and China cannot be underestimated,” said Sharaf, also a member of the Advisory Council of the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation. “If fully activated, it would create tremendous power and form a strong synergy for the Global South.”

China and Egypt will celebrate the 70th anniversary of their diplomatic ties next year, with leaders from both sides expressing optimism over the future growth of bilateral relations.

Li told Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during their meeting that China is ready to work with Egypt to take the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries next year as an opportunity to carry forward the traditional friendship, consolidate political mutual trust, and continue to firmly support each other on issues concerning each other’s core interests.

Egypt was the first Arab and African country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China, making China-Egypt relations transcend bilateral scope with remarkable regional and global significance.

Li also emphasized the broader strategic dimension of China’s engagement with the Arab world during a meeting with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit, describing China and Arab countries as “trustworthy friends and good partners,” depicting China-Arab relations as in their best shape ever.

Li also called for deeper coordination on the international stage, saying that China is ready to enhance communication and coordination with Arab countries on platforms such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, the World Trade Organization and the Group of 20, demonstrate the common will and speak in a common voice, so as to promote a more just and equitable global governance system.

Echoing Li’s remarks, Gheit called China “a good friend and good partner of Arab countries,” while Sisi, when receiving Li, called China “a sincere friend of Egypt” and their relations having reached “the highest level in history.”

Egypt highly appreciates China’s just and fair stance on Mideast issues and stands ready to strengthen coordination with China within the United Nations, the BRICS and other multilateral frameworks to safeguard common interests and uphold regional peace and stability, Madbouly said.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin breaks through $110,000: PBK Miner launches 2-day BTC contract

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For investors who do not have high capital and technical background, cloud mining platforms have become an ideal investment channel. The PBK Miner platform has emerged in this wave of market conditions. It not only provides convenient mining services, but also helps investors obtain stable returns in the context of rising Bitcoin prices through a phased profit sharing model.

Visit the official PBK Miner website: https://pbkminer.com

PBK Miner is a remote digital asset mining platform where users can rent computing power from PBK Miner’s high-performance, environmentally friendly infrastructure. The platform supports multiple cryptocurrencies, including XRP, DOGE, BTC, LTC, and SOL, eliminating technical and financial barriers and making passive income more accessible than ever before.

Main features of PBK Miner’s BTC cloud mining contract

– No hardware required: Get started without any equipment or setup

– Daily payouts: Receive predictable mining rewards every day

– Secure custody: Assets are protected by enterprise-grade security protocols

– Flexible contract terms: Choose the terms that match your investment strategy

Click here to explore the $100 BTC mining contract

How are PBK Miner’s BTC mining contracts different?

– 100% remote access: no hardware, no technical skills required – just log in and start

– Capital protection: full principal returned at the end of each contract

– AI profitability: smart optimization helps maintain earnings even in stagnant markets

– Daily rewards: stable BTC payouts support continuous cash flow and reduce risk

New users also get a $10 sign-up bonus and daily login rewards, making it even easier for you to start earning money right away.

Provide flexible mining plans for every investor

PBK Miner offers over 10 contract options to suit a variety of budgets and risk appetites. Highlights include:

$10 Mining Contract – 1 Day Term – Earn $0.60 Daily

$100 Mining Contract – 2 Day Term – Earn $3.50 Daily

$1,000 Mining Contract – 10 Day Term – Earn $13.50 Daily

$5,000 Mining Contract – 30 Day Term – Earn $77.50 Daily.

$30,000 Mining Contract – 50 Day Term – Earn $525 Daily.

PBK Miner: Platform Advantages and Market Response

PBK Miner quickly launched a new product when the price of Bitcoin broke through $110,000. The spokesperson of the platform said: “PBK Miner’s timely launch of this product may become a catalyst for BTC to overcome the current market stagnation. It boosted investor sentiment and stimulated new demand in the spot market and derivatives market.” This statement not only shows PBK Miner’s keen response to market trends, but also further strengthens the platform’s competitiveness in the market.

Summary of PBK Miner

As the price of Bitcoin soars, cloud mining, as a low-threshold investment method, is attracting more and more investors. In this market context, cloud mining platforms such as PBK Miner have become a popular choice for many people to obtain Bitcoin rewards. However, while enjoying high returns, investors should always remain vigilant and pay attention to the security of the platform and market risks. Choosing a reliable platform and reasonably assessing risks are the key to ensuring long-term stable returns on investment.

To explore the future of BTC mining, please visit: https://pbkminer.com/

Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or a trading recommendation. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and may result in the loss of funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI: Bitcoin breaks through $110,000: PBK Miner launches 2-day BTC contract

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For investors who do not have high capital and technical background, cloud mining platforms have become an ideal investment channel. The PBK Miner platform has emerged in this wave of market conditions. It not only provides convenient mining services, but also helps investors obtain stable returns in the context of rising Bitcoin prices through a phased profit sharing model.

Visit the official PBK Miner website: https://pbkminer.com

PBK Miner is a remote digital asset mining platform where users can rent computing power from PBK Miner’s high-performance, environmentally friendly infrastructure. The platform supports multiple cryptocurrencies, including XRP, DOGE, BTC, LTC, and SOL, eliminating technical and financial barriers and making passive income more accessible than ever before.

Main features of PBK Miner’s BTC cloud mining contract

– No hardware required: Get started without any equipment or setup

– Daily payouts: Receive predictable mining rewards every day

– Secure custody: Assets are protected by enterprise-grade security protocols

– Flexible contract terms: Choose the terms that match your investment strategy

Click here to explore the $100 BTC mining contract

How are PBK Miner’s BTC mining contracts different?

– 100% remote access: no hardware, no technical skills required – just log in and start

– Capital protection: full principal returned at the end of each contract

– AI profitability: smart optimization helps maintain earnings even in stagnant markets

– Daily rewards: stable BTC payouts support continuous cash flow and reduce risk

New users also get a $10 sign-up bonus and daily login rewards, making it even easier for you to start earning money right away.

Provide flexible mining plans for every investor

PBK Miner offers over 10 contract options to suit a variety of budgets and risk appetites. Highlights include:

$10 Mining Contract – 1 Day Term – Earn $0.60 Daily

$100 Mining Contract – 2 Day Term – Earn $3.50 Daily

$1,000 Mining Contract – 10 Day Term – Earn $13.50 Daily

$5,000 Mining Contract – 30 Day Term – Earn $77.50 Daily.

$30,000 Mining Contract – 50 Day Term – Earn $525 Daily.

PBK Miner: Platform Advantages and Market Response

PBK Miner quickly launched a new product when the price of Bitcoin broke through $110,000. The spokesperson of the platform said: “PBK Miner’s timely launch of this product may become a catalyst for BTC to overcome the current market stagnation. It boosted investor sentiment and stimulated new demand in the spot market and derivatives market.” This statement not only shows PBK Miner’s keen response to market trends, but also further strengthens the platform’s competitiveness in the market.

Summary of PBK Miner

As the price of Bitcoin soars, cloud mining, as a low-threshold investment method, is attracting more and more investors. In this market context, cloud mining platforms such as PBK Miner have become a popular choice for many people to obtain Bitcoin rewards. However, while enjoying high returns, investors should always remain vigilant and pay attention to the security of the platform and market risks. Choosing a reliable platform and reasonably assessing risks are the key to ensuring long-term stable returns on investment.

To explore the future of BTC mining, please visit: https://pbkminer.com/

Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or a trading recommendation. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and may result in the loss of funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: Hendra virus has killed a horse in Queensland. Should we be worried?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Vinod Balasubramaniam, Associate Professor (Molecular Virology), Monash University

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The death of an unvaccinated horse from Hendra virus this week in southeast Queensland is the state’s first reported case in three years.

Before that, Australia’s last case was in July 2023, when another unvaccinated horse died in New South Wales.

The new incident is a stark reminder that, while rare, this persistent virus poses a deadly threat to both animals and humans.

So, what is Hendra virus? And how is it passed on? Here’s what you need to know.

What is Hendra virus?

Hendra virus is found only in Australia. It is named after the Brisbane suburb Hendra, where it was first identified in 1994 – an outbreak that killed 13 horses and one human.

Hendra is a highly pathogenic virus, meaning it causes severe, often fatal illness.

It is a kind of henipavirus, which belongs to the large family of Paramyxoviridae. Henipaviruses such as Hendra are zoonotic, which means they occur naturally in animals but can also be passed on to humans.

Australia’s native flying foxes or fruit bats (the genus Pteropus) are Hendra’s natural “reservoir host”. They carry the virus without symptoms.

Outbreaks occur when the virus is transmitted to horses and occasionally to humans through infected horses. It is not known to affect other animals.

Can humans get Hendra?

Although alarming, human cases of Hendra virus remain exceedingly rare. Only seven confirmed cases have been reported since 1994, resulting in four deaths.

Each human case occurred after close contact with an infected horse or horses.

Those who contracted Hendra were typically veterinarians or horse trainers exposed to blood, mucus or other bodily fluids while caring for the horse or determining its cause of death.

Direct transmission of Hendra from bats to humans, or between humans, has not been documented.

How does it spread?

Hendra exists year-round in flying fox populations, who shed virus particles in bodily fluids, but don’t get sick themselves.

Horses mainly become infected through grass, feed or drinking water that has been contaminated by flying fox saliva, urine or feces. Although horse-to-horse transmission is possible, it is not common.

An infected horse will show rapid symptoms including:
- fever
- breathing difficulties
- nasal discharge
- increased heart rate
- neurological signs, such as muscle twitching, loss of coordination, and disorientation.
The infection progresses rapidly. In around 75% of cases, death follows within 48 to 72 hrs of symptoms beginning.

How dangerous is Hendra for horses?

Cases are infrequent but severe. Hendra has killed over 100 horses since it was identified in 1994.

Around 75–80% of infected horses either die naturally or are euthanised due to welfare concerns. This high death rate underscores the need for preventive measures.

Vaccination is the main way to prevent infection in horses. No vaccinated horses have developed the disease since a highly effective vaccine became available in 2012.

Veterinary authorities strongly recommend vaccination for horses, especially in Queensland and northern New South Wales, regions historically affected by the virus.

Other preventive measures include: placing feed and water containers away from areas frequented by flying foxes, regular stable cleaning, and keeping horses in stables overnight during months when bats are most active.

This is typically May to October, sometimes known as “Hendra season”. But there are signs climate change and habitat destruction may be changing when and where flying foxes roost and potentially worsening the risk of outbreak.

How to prevent human infection

There is no vaccine for humans against Hendra virus.

Preventing virus transmission from horses to humans requires strict biosecurity and hygiene protocols.

People who work with potentially infected horses must use personal protective equipment, including gloves, masks, eye protection and disposable gowns.

Rigorous hand hygiene practices – such as thorough washing with soap and water or alcohol-based sanitisers after horse contact – are vital.

If you suspect your horse is sick, avoid direct contact and get veterinary help straight away.

Vinod Balasubramaniam receives funding from the Ministry of Higher Education and the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation in Malaysia.

– ref. Hendra virus has killed a horse in Queensland. Should we be worried? – https://theconversation.com/hendra-virus-has-killed-a-horse-in-queensland-should-we-be-worried-260586
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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Economics: From AI to Actionable Care: Industry Leaders Chart the Future of Mobile Innovation at Galaxy Tech Forum

Source: Samsung

At Galaxy Unpacked 2025 on July 9, Samsung Electronics unveiled its latest Galaxy Z series devices and wearables — pushing the boundaries of foldable design and connected wellness experiences. These innovations mark the next step in the company’s mission to deliver meaningful, user-centered technology, with Galaxy AI and digital health emerging as key pillars of the journey ahead.
To explore these themes further, Samsung hosted two panels at the Galaxy Tech Forum on July 10 in Brooklyn. Samsung Newsroom joined industry leaders and executives to examine how ambient intelligence and advanced health technologies are shaping the future of mobile innovation.
(Panel One) The Next Vision of AI: Ambient Intelligence

(From left) Moderator Sabrina Ortiz, Jisun Park, Mindy Brooks and Dr. Vinesh Sukumar
The first panel, “The Next Vision of AI: Ambient Intelligence,” explored how multimodal capabilities are enabling the continued evolution of AI in everyday life — blending into user interactions in ways that feel intuitive, proactive and nearly invisible. Panelists discussed the smartphone’s evolving role, the importance of platform integration and the power of cross-industry collaboration to deliver secure, personalized intelligence at scale.
Jisun Park, Corporate Executive Vice President and Head of Language AI Team, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics, opened the conversation by reflecting on Galaxy AI’s rapid adoption. Since the launch of the Galaxy S25 series in January, more than 70% of users have engaged with Galaxy AI features. He then turned the discussion to the next frontier, ambient intelligence — AI that is deeply personal, predictive and ever-present.

Jisun Park from Samsung Electronics
Samsung sees ambient intelligence as AI that is so seamlessly integrated into daily life it becomes second nature. The company is committed to democratizing Galaxy AI to 400 million devices by the end of 2025.
This vision builds on insights from a yearlong collaboration with London-based research firm Symmetry, which revealed that 60% of users want their phones to anticipate needs without prompts — based on daily habits.
“Some see AI as the start of a ‘post-smartphone’ era, but we see it differently,” said Park. “We’re building a future where your devices don’t just respond — they become smarter to anticipate, see and work quietly in the background to make life feel a little more effortless.”
Mindy Brooks, Vice President of Android Consumer Product and Experience at Google, discussed how multimodal AI is moving beyond reactive response to deeper understanding of user intent across inputs like text, vision and voice. Google’s Gemini is designed to be intelligently aware and anticipatory — tuned to individual preferences and routines for assistance that feels natural.

Mindy Brooks from Google
“Through close collaboration with Samsung, Gemini works seamlessly across its devices and connects with first-party apps to provide helpful and personalized responses,” she said.
Dr. Vinesh Sukumar, Vice President of Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies emphasized that as AI becomes more personalized, there is more information than ever that needs to be protected.
“For us, privacy, performance and personalization go hand in hand — they’re not competing priorities but co-equal standards,” he said.

Dr. Vinesh Sukumar from Qualcomm Technologies
Both Brooks and Dr. Sukumar reinforced the importance of tight integration across platforms and hardware.
“Our work with Samsung prioritizes secure, on-device intelligence so that users know where their data is and who controls it,” said Dr. Sukumar.

The AI panel at Galaxy Tech Forum
Moderator Sabrina Ortiz, senior editor at ZDNET, closed the session with a discussion on AI privacy. Panelists agreed that trust, transparency and user control must underpin the entire AI experience.
“When it comes to building more agentic AI, our priority is to ensure we’re fostering smarter, more personalized and more meaningful assistance across our device ecosystem,” said Brooks.

(Panel Two) The Next Chapter of Health: Scaling Prevention and Connected Care
The second panel, “The Next Chapter of Health: Scaling Prevention and Connected Care,” focused on how technology can bridge the gap between wellness and clinical care — making health insights more connected, proactive and usable for individuals, healthcare providers and digital health solution partners. Panelists explored how the convergence of clinical data, at-home monitoring and AI is reshaping the modern healthcare experience.

(From left) Moderator Dr. Hon Pak, Mike McSherry, Dr. Rasu Shrestha and Jim Pursley
Health data is often siloed across systems, resulting in inefficiencies and gaps in care. Combined with rising rates of chronic illness, an aging population and ongoing clinician shortages, the result is a system under pressure to deliver timely, effective care.

Dr. Hon Pak from Samsung Electronics
“Patients and consumers around the world are asking us to hear them, to know them, to truly understand them,” said moderator Dr. Hon Pak, Senior Vice President and Head of Digital Health Team at Samsung Electronics. “And I believe this is the opportunity we have with Samsung, Xealth and partners like Hinge and Advocate. Together, we are creating a connected ecosystem where healthcare can truly make a difference — not just in the life of a patient, but in the life of a person.”
Samsung is addressing this challenge through technological innovation and its recent acquisition of Xealth, a leading digital health platform with a network of more than 500 hospitals and 70 digital health solution providers. Through Xealth, Samsung plans to connect wearable data and insights from Samsung Health into clinical workflows — delivering a more unified and seamless healthcare experience.

Mike McSherry from Xealth
“This , plus your devices — the watch, the ring — are going to replace the standalone blood pressure monitor, the pulse oximeter, a variety of different devices,” said Mike McSherry, founder and CEO of Xealth. “It’s going to be one packaged solution, and that’s going to simplify care.”
This collaboration is designed to empower hospitals with real-time insights and help prevent chronic conditions through early detection and continuous monitoring with wearable devices.

Dr. Rasu Shrestha from Advocate Health
“The reality is that with all of the challenges that exist in healthcare, it is not any one entity that can heroically go in and save healthcare. It really takes an ecosystem,” said Dr. Rasu Shrestha, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation & Commercialization Officer at Advocate Health. “That’s part of the reason why I’m so excited about Xealth and Samsung — and partners like us — really coming together to solve for this challenge. Because it is about Samsung enabling it. It’s more of an open ecosystem, a curated ecosystem.”
The panel spotlighted the growing shift from hospital-based care to care at home — and the opportunities enabled by Samsung’s expanding ecosystem of connected devices. Data from wearables, including those equipped with Samsung’s BioActive Sensor technology, can provide high-quality input for AI-driven insights.
Paired with Samsung’s SmartThings connectivity and wide portfolio of smart home devices, the company is uniquely positioned to support remote health monitoring and treatment from home.
AI is expected to play a role in reducing clinician workload by streamlining administrative tasks and surfacing the most relevant insights at the right time. Platforms like Xealth offer users a personalized, friendly interface to access necessary information from one place for a more connected healthcare experience.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Fire breaks out again at Cairo telecommunications building

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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

CAIRO, July 11 (Xinhua) — A new fire broke out at a telecommunications company building in the Ramses district of central Cairo on Thursday evening, just days after a previous one killed four people and injured 27, Egyptian media reported.

According to the state-run Al-Ahram news website, another fire broke out suddenly but was quickly brought under control by Cairo’s civil defence forces.

Authorities said the incident was related to the aftermath of a fire that broke out on Monday and raged for several hours before being extinguished, the statement said.

A deadly fire on Monday caused widespread disruption to telephone and internet services.

A security source told the official MENA news agency that a short circuit was the likely cause of the fire, adding that forensic lab experts would collect evidence from the scene to determine the exact cause. –0–

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MIL-OSI: Lightchain AI Enters Bonus Round After Raising $21.1M, Launches Developer Grants and Staking Infrastructure

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

SHREWSBURY, United Kingdom, July 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Lightchain AI, a next-generation Layer 1 blockchain built for AI-powered applications, today announced the launch of its Bonus Round, marking a significant milestone after successfully closing all 15 presale stages with $21.1 million in total contributions. As part of its next phase of ecosystem expansion, Lightchain AI has officially rolled out its staking infrastructure and launched a $150,000 developer grant program to support dApp development and community innovation.

The Bonus Round offers tokens at a fixed rate of $0.007, giving strategic investors and tactical traders one final opportunity to participate before public exchange listings. This announcement follows strong momentum in Lightchain AI’s adoption, underpinned by increasing on-chain activity and validator engagement.

“Crossing the $21 million mark demonstrates strong market confidence in Lightchain AI’s architecture and vision,” said a spokesperson from Lightchain AI Labs. “We’re moving quickly to empower builders and reward long-term network contributors through staking, grants, and transparent governance.”

The Lightchain AI network is designed to support real-time execution environments with its AI-native virtual machine and adaptive smart contracts. With staking now fully integrated and tested, validators can lock LCAI tokens to help secure the network and simulate reward distributions in advance of the mainnet launch. These developments mark a critical step in Lightchain AI’s roadmap toward decentralization and long-term scalability.

To further accelerate adoption, Lightchain AI’s $150,000 Developer Grant Program invites independent builders and teams to contribute tools, decentralized applications, and protocol integrations. Selected grantees will receive financial and technical support to expand the Lightchain ecosystem.

Unlike legacy chains struggling with congestion and high gas fees, Lightchain AI’s design delivers speed and flexibility without compromising on decentralization or security. The protocol includes a transparent governance model and smart staking logic aimed at attracting developers, validators, and high-conviction participants.

As Ethereum continues to work on scaling through sharding and proto-danksharding initiatives, Lightchain AI positions itself as a fast-moving alternative—providing developers with immediate tools and support to build AI-driven applications in a performant and user-friendly environment.

Lightchain AI is currently engaging with strategic partners and developer teams to build out its infrastructure ahead of its mainnet roadmap, expected later this year.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-Evening Report: ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for July 11, 2025

ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on July 11, 2025.

‘Storm clouds are gathering’: 40 years on from the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior
From the prologue of the 40th anniversary edition of David Robie’s seminal book on the Rainbow Warrior’s last voyage, former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark (1999-2008) writes about what the bombing on 10 July 1985 means today. The bombing of the Rainbow Warrior in Auckland Harbour on 10 July 1985 and the death of

Dawn service held 40 years on from Rainbow Warrior bombing
TVNZ 1News The Greenpeace flagship Rainbow Warrior has sailed into Auckland to mark the 40th anniversary of the bombing of the original Rainbow Warrior in 1985. Greenpeace’s vessel, which had been protesting nuclear testing in the Pacific, sank after French government agents planted explosives on its hull, killing Portuguese-Dutch photographer Fernando Pereira. Today, 40 years

What is the Strait of Hormuz and why is it so important for global shipping?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Belinda Clarence, Law Lecturer, RMIT University During the recent conflict between Iran and Israel, Iran threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s major shipping routes. Would that be possible, and what effects would it have? The Strait of Hormuz is a choke point

Rugby headgear can’t prevent concussion – but new materials could soften the blows over a career
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nick Draper, Professor of Sport and Exercise Science, University of Canterbury The widely held view among rugby players, coaches and officials is that headgear can’t prevent concussion. If so, why wear it? It’s hot, it can block vision and hearing, and it can be uncomfortable. Headgear was

Trump has flagged 200% tariffs on Australian pharmaceuticals. What do we produce here, and what’s at risk?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Joe Carrello, Research Fellow, The University of Melbourne Tanya Dol/Shutterstock US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Australia’s pharmaceutical exports to the United States has raised alarm among industry and government leaders. There are fears that, if implemented, the tariffs could cost the Australian economy up to

‘Fashion helped the pride come out’: First Nations fashion as resistance, culture and connection
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Treena Clark, Chancellor’s Indigenous Research Fellow, Faculty of Design and Society, University of Technology Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains images of deceased people. First Nations garments have always held deep meaning. What we wear tells stories about culture, Country and

Does AI actually boost productivity? The evidence is murky
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jon Whittle, Director, Data61, CSIRO Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock There’s been much talk recently – especially among politicians – about productivity. And for good reason: Australia’s labour productivity growth sits at a 60-year low. To address this, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has convened a productivity round table next month.

Albanese’s China mission – managing a complex relationship in a world of shifting alliances
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By James Laurenceson, Director and Professor, Australia-China Relations Institute (UTS:ACRI), University of Technology Sydney Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leaves for China on Saturday, confident most Australians back the government’s handling of relations with our most important economic partner and the leading strategic power in Asia. Albanese’s domestic critics

NZ’s new AI strategy is long on ‘economic opportunity’ but short on managing ethical and social risk
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Andrew Lensen, Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington Getty Images The government’s newly unveiled National AI Strategy is all about what its title says: “Investing with Confidence”. It tells businesses that Aotearoa New Zealand is open for AI use, and

Will my private health insurance cover my surgery? What if my claim is rejected?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Yuting Zhang, Professor of Health Economics, The University of Melbourne shurkin_son/Shutterstock The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has fined Bupa A$35 million for unlawfully rejecting thousands of health insurance claims over more than five years. Between May 2018 and August 2023 Bupa incorrectly rejected claims from

Grattan on Friday: childcare is a ‘canary in mine’ warning for wider problems in policy delivery
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra It’s such a familiar pattern. When a big scandal breaks publicly, governments jump into action, ministers rush out to say they’ll “do something” instantly. But how come they hadn’t seen problems that had been in plain sight? Who can forget

The special envoy’s antisemitism plan is ambitious, but fails to reckon with the hardest questions
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Matteo Vergani, Associate Professor, Deakin University On July 6, an arson attack targeted the East Melbourne Synagogue. It was the latest in a series of antisemitic incidents recorded across Australia since October 7 2023, when Hamas carried out a horrific terrorist attack, killing about 1,200 Israelis. These

Queensland’s horrific lion attack shows wild animals should not be kept for our amusement
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Georgette Leah Burns, Associate Professor, Griffith School of Environment and Science, Griffith University Luciano Gonzalez/Anadolu via Getty Images Last weekend, a woman was mauled by a lioness at Darling Downs Zoo in Queensland, and lost her arm. The zoo, which keeps nine lions, has been operating for

Does Donald Trump deserve the Nobel Peace Prize? We asked 5 experts
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Emma Shortis, Adjunct Senior Fellow, School of Global, Urban and Social Studies, RMIT University Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally nominated United States President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. He says the president is “forging peace as we speak, in one country, in one

Does Australia really take too long to approve medicines, as the US says?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nial Wheate, Professor, School of Natural Sciences, Macquarie University Australia’s drug approval system is under fire, with critics in the United States claiming it is too slow to approve life-saving medicines. Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration balances speed with a rigorous assessment of safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness. So

Skorts revolutionised how women and girls play sport. But in 2025, are they regressive?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jennifer E. Cheng, Researcher and Lecturer in Sociology, Western Sydney University If you watched any of the 2025 Wimbledon womens’ matches, you’ll have noticed many players donning a skort: a garment in which shorts are concealed under a skirt, or a front panel resembling a skirt. You

First the dire wolf, now NZ’s giant moa: why real ‘de-extinction’ is unlikely to fly
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Nic Rawlence, Associate Professor in Ancient DNA, University of Otago Colossal Biosciences, CC BY-SA The announcement that New Zealand’s moa nunui (giant moa) is the next “de-extinction” target for Colossal Biosciences, in partnership with Canterbury Museum, the Ngāi Tahu Research Centre and filmmaker Peter Jackson, caused widespread

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Larissa Waters on why we deserve more than a government that just tinkers
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The Greens had a poor election. They lost three of their four lower house seats including that of their leader Adam Bandt. This despite their overall vote remaining mostly steady. But they did retain all their Senate spots – though

Envoy’s plan to fight antisemitism would put universities on notice over funding
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The government’s Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, Jillian Segal, has recommended universities that fail to properly deal with the issue should have government funding terminated. In her Plan to Combat Antisemitism, launched Thursday, Segal says she will prepare a report

Keith Rankin Analysis – Public Debt, Japan, and Wilful Blindness
Analysis by Keith Rankin. I just heard on Radio New Zealand a claim by a British commentator, Hugo Gye (Political Editor of The i Paper), that the United Kingdom (among other countries) has a major public debt crisis, and that if nothing is done about it (such as what Rachel Reeves – Chancellor of the

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Australia: Tax Time 2025 update – 8 July
Source: New places to play in Gungahlin

Welcome and governance

The ATO Co-chair welcomed members and ATO attendees to the Tax Practitioner Stewardship Group (TPSG) Tax Time 2025 meeting.

ATO updates
Frontline Services

We can confirm it has been a successful first week of tax time:
- We’ve received 22,000 calls from agents, which is 8% down from last year.
- Lodgment numbers are down 10% for self-preparers, and 15% for agent lodged.
- Safety nets have now been successfully lifted; therefore early lodgers should start receiving their refunds by the end of this week.
IT system updates and maintenance

Good performance of core Tax Time Support systems with forecasts for Online Services and IITR Lodgments tracking well.

Planned maintenance of ATO online was successfully completed on Monday 6 July between 9:00 pm AEST and 1:00 am AEST (7 July).

ATO Digital services

Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC) have identified an error in their original reporting of PAYGW for members of the MSBS and DFRDB super schemes.

CSC lodged their original report on 4 July with this data flowing through to pre-fill tax returns. On 6 July, it was reported that pre-fill information had been reported twice as both super lump sum and super income stream income.

We are working with CSC to address the issue as soon as possible. Its recommended members wait for prefill data to be corrected before lodging. Members who have lodged with the duplicated data may need to complete an amendment to correct this issue.

ATO Communications

We continue to highlight the importance of keeping accurate records and eligibility when claiming deductions in line with our ongoing ‘Back to Basics’ theme.

The ATO Tax Time Spokesperson will be recording the KPMG Tax Now podcast, the Tax Vibe podcast, as well as recording an episode of the NTAA’s Tax on the Couch.

An ATO Community language officer will be interviewed on SBS in Hindi on the importance of using a registered tax agent, including how to find out if the tax agent is registered and that only a registered tax agent can charge a fee for preparing and lodging your tax return. They will also cover if taxpayers are unsure of their tax obligations or need assistance, they can speak to a registered tax agent.

The first ‘Open Forums’ for this financial year, scheduled on 7 August from 1:00 pm AEST, will cover TPB Code obligations, implementation and compliance guidance, and Small Business focus areas for the upcoming quarter.
The Tax Professionals Tax Time webcast recording is now available at Tax professionals webcasts | Australian Taxation Office. Topics discussed around tax time include what’s new for individuals and small business clients, preparing your practice, and cyber security.

Superannuation

As of Monday 7 July, 56% of employers have finalised their STP data ensuring their employees have the right information to lodge their 2024–25 income tax returns.

We have reminded members that employer’s STP finalisation declarations are due next Monday 14 July. They should make sure they finalise the data for all employees paid during the financial year. This includes those they haven’t paid for a while, like employees or casuals who stopped work for them during the year.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI China: German auto parts giant strengthens tech ties with Chinese automakers

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

German auto parts giant ZF is intensifying its technology cooperation with Chinese automakers, the company said on Thursday.

In a press release, ZF said it is benefiting from the increasing importance of chassis technology, driven by the future trends of e-mobility, software-defined vehicles, and automated driving.

During its Chassis Tech Day, the company showcased its modular “Chassis 2.0” approach, which integrates smart actuators, system expertise, and software know-how to unlock new avenues for growth.

Peter Holdmann, member of ZF’s Board of Management and head of Division Chassis Solutions, said the company is targeting 33 percent of the global chassis technology market by the end of the decade.

At the core of Chassis 2.0 is the industrialization of by-wire technologies, which have already been implemented in vehicles from Chinese brands. The NIO ET9 is the first mass-produced car in China equipped with ZF’s pure steer-by-wire system.

“This is a prime example of how Chinese and German companies can leverage their respective strengths for collaborative innovation,” said Zhang Hui, vice president of NIO Europe. He added that China-Germany cooperation thrives on the agility and innovation capacity of Chinese firms, paired with the engineering, safety, and industrial expertise of German manufacturers.

ZF also revealed that it has received two additional orders from Chinese automakers for its latest chassis technologies and has secured a contract with luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz.

The company has been doubling down on its investment in China, which has gone into a new R&D centre and 10 newly-built or expanded factories in the past two years. Today, nearly one-third of ZF’s 161 global production sites are located in China.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI China: German auto parts giant strengthens tech ties with Chinese automakers

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

German auto parts giant ZF is intensifying its technology cooperation with Chinese automakers, the company said on Thursday.

In a press release, ZF said it is benefiting from the increasing importance of chassis technology, driven by the future trends of e-mobility, software-defined vehicles, and automated driving.

During its Chassis Tech Day, the company showcased its modular “Chassis 2.0” approach, which integrates smart actuators, system expertise, and software know-how to unlock new avenues for growth.

Peter Holdmann, member of ZF’s Board of Management and head of Division Chassis Solutions, said the company is targeting 33 percent of the global chassis technology market by the end of the decade.

At the core of Chassis 2.0 is the industrialization of by-wire technologies, which have already been implemented in vehicles from Chinese brands. The NIO ET9 is the first mass-produced car in China equipped with ZF’s pure steer-by-wire system.

“This is a prime example of how Chinese and German companies can leverage their respective strengths for collaborative innovation,” said Zhang Hui, vice president of NIO Europe. He added that China-Germany cooperation thrives on the agility and innovation capacity of Chinese firms, paired with the engineering, safety, and industrial expertise of German manufacturers.

ZF also revealed that it has received two additional orders from Chinese automakers for its latest chassis technologies and has secured a contract with luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz.

The company has been doubling down on its investment in China, which has gone into a new R&D centre and 10 newly-built or expanded factories in the past two years. Today, nearly one-third of ZF’s 161 global production sites are located in China.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Economics: [Galaxy Unpacked 2025] From AI to Actionable Care: Industry Leaders Chart the Future of Mobile Innovation at Galaxy Tech Forum

Source: Samsung

At Galaxy Unpacked 2025 on July 9, Samsung Electronics unveiled its latest Galaxy Z series devices and wearables — pushing the boundaries of foldable design and connected wellness experiences. These innovations mark the next step in the company’s mission to deliver meaningful, user-centered technology, with Galaxy AI and digital health emerging as key pillars of the journey ahead.

To explore these themes further, Samsung hosted two panels at the Galaxy Tech Forum on July 10 in Brooklyn. Samsung Newsroom joined industry leaders and executives to examine how ambient intelligence and advanced health technologies are shaping the future of mobile innovation.

(Panel One) The Next Vision of AI: Ambient Intelligence
▲ (From left) Moderator Sabrina Ortiz, Jisun Park, Mindy Brooks and Dr. Vinesh Sukumar

The first panel, “The Next Vision of AI: Ambient Intelligence,” explored how multimodal capabilities are enabling the continued evolution of AI in everyday life — blending into user interactions in ways that feel intuitive, proactive and nearly invisible. Panelists discussed the smartphone’s evolving role, the importance of platform integration and the power of cross-industry collaboration to deliver secure, personalized intelligence at scale.

Jisun Park, Corporate Executive Vice President and Head of Language AI Team, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics, opened the conversation by reflecting on Galaxy AI’s rapid adoption. Since the launch of the Galaxy S25 series in January, more than 70% of users have engaged with Galaxy AI features. He then turned the discussion to the next frontier, ambient intelligence — AI that is deeply personal, predictive and ever-present.

▲ Jisun Park from Samsung Electronics

Samsung sees ambient intelligence as AI that is so seamlessly integrated into daily life it becomes second nature. The company is committed to democratizing Galaxy AI to 400 million devices by the end of 2025.

This vision builds on insights from a yearlong collaboration with London-based research firm Symmetry, which revealed that 60% of users want their phones to anticipate needs without prompts — based on daily habits.

“Some see AI as the start of a ‘post-smartphone’ era, but we see it differently,” said Park. “We’re building a future where your devices don’t just respond — they become smarter to anticipate, see and work quietly in the background to make life feel a little more effortless.”

Mindy Brooks, Vice President of Android Consumer Product and Experience at Google, discussed how multimodal AI is moving beyond reactive response to deeper understanding of user intent across inputs like text, vision and voice. Google’s Gemini is designed to be intelligently aware and anticipatory — tuned to individual preferences and routines for assistance that feels natural.

▲ Mindy Brooks from Google

“Through close collaboration with Samsung, Gemini works seamlessly across its devices and connects with first-party apps to provide helpful and personalized responses,” she said.

Dr. Vinesh Sukumar, Vice President of Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies emphasized that as AI becomes more personalized, there is more information than ever that needs to be protected.

“For us, privacy, performance and personalization go hand in hand — they’re not competing priorities but co-equal standards,” he said.

▲ Dr. Vinesh Sukumar from Qualcomm Technologies

Both Brooks and Dr. Sukumar reinforced the importance of tight integration across platforms and hardware.

“Our work with Samsung prioritizes secure, on-device intelligence so that users know where their data is and who controls it,” said Dr. Sukumar.

▲ The AI panel at Galaxy Tech Forum

Moderator Sabrina Ortiz, senior editor at ZDNET, closed the session with a discussion on AI privacy. Panelists agreed that trust, transparency and user control must underpin the entire AI experience.

“When it comes to building more agentic AI, our priority is to ensure we’re fostering smarter, more personalized and more meaningful assistance across our device ecosystem,” said Brooks.

(Panel Two) The Next Chapter of Health: Scaling Prevention and Connected Care
The second panel, “The Next Chapter of Health: Scaling Prevention and Connected Care,” focused on how technology can bridge the gap between wellness and clinical care — making health insights more connected, proactive and usable for individuals, healthcare providers and digital health solution partners. Panelists explored how the convergence of clinical data, at-home monitoring and AI is reshaping the modern healthcare experience.

▲ (From left) Moderator Dr. Hon Pak, Mike McSherry, Dr. Rasu Shrestha and Jim Pursley

Health data is often siloed across systems, resulting in inefficiencies and gaps in care. Combined with rising rates of chronic illness, an aging population and ongoing clinician shortages, the result is a system under pressure to deliver timely, effective care.

▲ Dr. Hon Pak from Samsung Electronics

“Patients and consumers around the world are asking us to hear them, to know them, to truly understand them,” said moderator Dr. Hon Pak, Senior Vice President and Head of Digital Health Team at Samsung Electronics. “And I believe this is the opportunity we have with Samsung, Xealth and partners like Hinge and Advocate. Together, we are creating a connected ecosystem where healthcare can truly make a difference — not just in the life of a patient, but in the life of a person.”

Samsung is addressing this challenge through technological innovation and its recent acquisition of Xealth, a leading digital health platform with a network of more than 500 hospitals and 70 digital health solution providers. Through Xealth, Samsung plans to connect wearable data and insights from Samsung Health into clinical workflows — delivering a more unified and seamless healthcare experience.

▲ Mike McSherry from Xealth

“This [phone], plus your devices — the watch, the ring — are going to replace the standalone blood pressure monitor, the pulse oximeter, a variety of different devices,” said Mike McSherry, founder and CEO of Xealth. “It’s going to be one packaged solution, and that’s going to simplify care.”

This collaboration is designed to empower hospitals with real-time insights and help prevent chronic conditions through early detection and continuous monitoring with wearable devices.

▲ Dr. Rasu Shrestha from Advocate Health

“The reality is that with all of the challenges that exist in healthcare, it is not any one entity that can heroically go in and save healthcare. It really takes an ecosystem,” said Dr. Rasu Shrestha, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation & Commercialization Officer at Advocate Health. “That’s part of the reason why I’m so excited about Xealth and Samsung — and partners like us — really coming together to solve for this challenge. Because it is about Samsung enabling it. It’s more of an open ecosystem, a curated ecosystem.”

The panel spotlighted the growing shift from hospital-based care to care at home — and the opportunities enabled by Samsung’s expanding ecosystem of connected devices. Data from wearables, including those equipped with Samsung’s BioActive Sensor technology, can provide high-quality input for AI-driven insights.

Paired with Samsung’s SmartThings connectivity and wide portfolio of smart home devices, the company is uniquely positioned to support remote health monitoring and treatment from home.

AI is expected to play a role in reducing clinician workload by streamlining administrative tasks and surfacing the most relevant insights at the right time. Platforms like Xealth offer users a personalized, friendly interface to access necessary information from one place for a more connected healthcare experience.

▲ The health panel at Galaxy Tech Forum

Across both sessions, one theme was clear — realizing the potential of ambient intelligence and scaling prevention and connected care requires deep, cross-industry collaboration.

From on-device privacy solutions like Knox Matrix to expanded integration across Galaxy devices, Samsung and its partners are building an ecosystem that’s not only intelligent but simple, secure and future-ready.

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July 11, 2025
MIL-OSI Economics: [Editorial] Enriching Life Through Human-Centered Design

Source: Samsung

We are living through a defining moment in history. Technology has become a central force in our daily lives like never before, and the pace of innovation and change is truly extraordinary. In this rapidly evolving world, the human element — our thoughts, emotions, aspirations and needs — matters more than ever. Even as technology takes the lead, we believe our greatest strength lies in empathy and care.

As designers, our mission goes beyond creating innovative products. We aim to elevate people’s lives — to design tools and experiences that help them live better, longer and more meaningfully, by taming technology in service of humanity.

Samsung Electronics is a worldwide leader in tech and already plays an essential role in the lives of billions around the globe. Through our products, we help you clean your home, wash your clothes and dishes, preserve your food, store your memories, stay entertained, stay connected and express yourself — whether at home, on the move or in public spaces. This reach is both a tremendous privilege and, in the age of AI and accelerated technological change, an incredible opportunity and an immense responsibility.

That sense of purpose is what inspired me to join Samsung this year, after more than two decades as a designer and business leader across industries and cultures. I was drawn by the possibility to help reimagine the relationship between people and technology — putting humans at the heart of our product universe, to create a world where innovation truly supports and enhances our lives, unlocking, amplifying and elevating the human side of technology.

Rewriting the Code of a Design-Driven Company
To me, design is far more than a product or a user interface. It’s more than the interplay of form and function. I like to define design as the art of dreaming, crafting and taking to life distinctive solutions, meaningful experiences and authentic stories that deeply resonate with people’s needs and aspirations. In this sense, form and function follow meaning. Design becomes a force for purposeful innovation — one that begins and ends with people.

Across Samsung’s product portfolio, design serves as a language — one that understands people and interprets the complexity of the world around us. It has the power to humanize technology, transforming algorithms into emotion, features into feelings. In a time of accelerating complexity, design is how we restore clarity and foster deeper connections — with ourselves, our cultures and our lives.

Samsung’s commitment to design thinking dates back to 1996, when it declared the “Year of Design Revolution.” That year marked a turning point, with design officially recognized as a core strategic asset. With a “human-centered design philosophy” at its heart, Samsung laid the foundation for a design ethos that continues to evolve and grow.

Now, in the era of AI, our challenge is to build upon that legacy — to amplify its intent, refine its spirit and redefine what design means in a new cultural and technological landscape. Products can be copied, but a design philosophy — its purpose and point of view — cannot be replicated. This is why culture matters. For individuals and for organizations alike, consistency, authentic creativity and genuine care at every touchpoint are what set great companies apart.

A New Challenge to Everyday Innovation
Today, Samsung innovations are already transforming everyday life. Robot vacuum cleaners quietly maintain our homes. Smartwatches provide real-time insights into our health. Intelligent appliances, from washing machines to dishwashers, offer greater efficiency, performance and ease of use. Smart refrigerators adapt to our habits to keep food fresher for longer. Our screens deliver breathtaking visuals, our audio systems fill rooms with immersive soundscapes, and our smartphones, tablets and wearables keep us connected through intuitive design and purposeful features.

All of this is remarkable. Yet, the real frontier lies in something greater: the seamless integration of all these devices into a coherent, human-centered journey. We’re not just designing individual products — we’re designing an ecosystem of experiences. We’re redefining what “smart” really means by infusing technology with empathy, meaning and emotional resonance.

Samsung’s design now goes beyond the object. It places thoughtful connections, insightful information, and intentional emotions at the center. Through a cohesive design experience across our entire ecosystem — from mobile to TV to home appliances — we’re committed to enriching every interaction.

Our vision is a future where design brings warmth to innovation, and where technology helps us not only do more — but live longer, live better, and live more connected, and more meaningfully, creating an empathetic layer between people and their environments. This personal field of emotionally attuned, physiologically aware, and ethically governed technologies interconnects to form constellations of care — enabling shared rhythms and deeper connection across the home, family and community.

The Future Is Emotional, Meaningful, Connected Intelligence

The next frontier of smart technology must offer more than just functionality. With Samsung’s advancements in AI, empowered by hardware and software, we are unlocking a new dimension of emotional intelligence — where technology doesn’t just work for us, but resonates with us.

What excites me most about AI in product design is how it enables us to listen, learn and craft experiences that feel deeply personal. As intelligence becomes ambient — woven seamlessly into our everyday devices — design takes on a greater responsibility: to ensure that intelligence feels warm, human and caring. We’re shifting from devices that demand our attention to those that pay attention, anticipating needs, adapting preferences and forming meaningful relationships with users.

We’re envisioning an ecosystem where intelligence isn’t confined to one device, but exists around you — quiet, empathetic, always present when needed, and gracefully invisible when not. Samsung’s holistic approach to AI spans across the entire ecosystem — from smartphones to TVs, wearables to home appliances — transforming each product into a thoughtful companion in your daily life.

Imagine a TV that mirrors your mood. A refrigerator that understands your dietary goals. A watch or ring that knows when you need rest, and gently guides you toward better mental and physical wellbeing. This is not just innovation — it’s a design philosophy where intelligence surrounds you, senses you, learns from you and ultimately adapts to serve you better. Each product becomes part of a larger, unified story, grounded in empathy, awareness and care.

Design as a Force for Meaning — And for a Better Tomorrow
Technology will always continue to evolve. But what truly matters is the meaning it brings — to individuals and to society. At Samsung, we innovate not just because we can, but because we care. It starts with a sincere commitment to people and a deep sense of responsibility for the impact we create.

What has always inspired me about Samsung is its belief in openness — not just as a platform strategy, but as a cultural principle. Openness to collaboration. Openness to bold, unconventional ideas. Openness to meeting people where they are. This spirit of openness removes barriers, fuels connection and sets the stage for truly meaningful innovation.

These are the values that have shaped my career and the principles I believe will drive our industry forward. They reflect a shared mission: to build technology that enriches human life, with empathy at its core.

Through our love for humanity and our clear vision for the future, we invite you to join us on this journey — one shaped by Samsung Design, and guided by purpose, care and imagination.

MIL OSI Economics –

July 11, 2025