Chinese open-source AI model GLM-5.2 creates a buzz in US tech circles

Developers praise capabilities rivaling top Western systems as policy shifts fuel debate over innovation and access Developed by Beijing-based startup Zhipu, GLM-5.2 has drawn widespread attention from American developers. PHOTO: SCMP KARACHI: A newly released Chinese open-source artificial intelligence model, GLM-5.2, has triggered intense debate across the United States technology sector, with early evaluations suggesting…

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Suspect linked to senior minister being treated like any other accused: DIG

Says investigators examining possibility that a gang, rather than single individual, involved in the incident DIG Operations Faisal Kamran addresses a press conference in Lahore on Sunday. SCREENGRAB Lahore Deputy Inspector General (Operations) Faisal Kamran on Sunday said police were treating a suspect reportedly linked to a senior government minister no differently from any other criminal…

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Samsung to standardise premium ‘Privacy Display’ across entire Galaxy S27 lineup

Industry insiders note that the Galaxy S27 lineup will debut a second-generation iteration of this panel technology the upcoming integration will span across the standard Galaxy S27, the Galaxy S27 Pro, and the top-of-the-line Galaxy S27 Ultra.. PHOTO: Future/ Mike Lowe In a major push toward democratisation of premium hardware features, South Korean tech giant…

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Pakistan, England ODI series on cards

KARACHI: Discussions have begun regarding Pakistan cricket team’s another tour of England next year. As part of preparations for the World Cup, both teams may play five One Day International (ODI) matches.  Meanwhile, the Asia Cup in the ODI format will be held in Bangladesh from June 18 to July 4 next year. According to…

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North Korea’s Kim observed naval destroyer cruise missile launch, weapons tests, state media says

Tests ​include checks of target-detection, information-processing, integrated ⁠firepower systems, electronic warfare North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees the test of key weapons in North Korea on June 25, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS North Korean leader Kim Jong Un observed the test firing of a strategic cruise ​missile and evaluations of anti-ship, anti-submarine, and air defence…

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South Korea set to launch 4th medium-sized Earth observation satellite

Carries homegrown payloads, including observation camera capable of imaging entire Korean Peninsula every three days South Korea is set to launch its fourth medium-sized Earth observation satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Tuesday, local media reported. The 500-kilogram satellite has completed function inspections and fuel injection…

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