ECB Set to Raise Interest Rates for the First Time Since 2023, European Markets Open Cautiously
Investors expect a 25 basis point rate hike, which could impact economic growth and corporate profits.
Anthropic Releases Claude Fable 5 with Defensive Mechanisms, Limiting Use in Cybersecurity
So far, Anthropic has limited access to Mythos to a group of about 200 organizations, including the US government as part of the Glasswing program.
North Korea’s Economy Demonstrates Fastest Growth in Eight Years Amid Cooperation with Russia
North Korea’s economy has shown 3.7% growth, the highest in eight years, despite international sanctions.
Russia’s Oil Export Value Hits Post-February 2022 High
Russia’s oil export value has reached its highest level since February 2022, averaging $2.42 billion weekly, driven by increased volumes and prices.
Hegseth: US-Iran ‘Truce Has Not Ended’ Amid Strait of Hormuz Threats
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that the US-Iran truce ‘has not ended’ amid threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, despite unclear US commitments.
Moscow Shuts Down Airports, Restricts Mobile Service Ahead of Victory Day
Moscow closed its airports and restricted mobile internet access on Tuesday, tightening security ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade amid drone attack fears.
Britain’s Labour Party Braces for Significant Local Election Losses, Testing Starmer’s Leadership
Britain’s Labour Party is bracing for significant losses in upcoming local elections, posing a serious test for leader Keir Starmer amid a fragmented political landscape.
Von der Leyen Dismisses Trump’s 25% EU Car Tariff Threat
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen dismissed Donald Trump’s threat of 25% tariffs on EU cars, urging adherence to trade agreements. EU leaders backed her stance.
Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan Ousted After No-Confidence Vote
Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan was ousted after a no-confidence vote, following his coalition’s collapse. His government lasted ten months amidst economic struggles.
Google, Microsoft, and xAI Agree to Give US Government Early Access to AI Models
Google, Microsoft, and xAI have agreed to provide the US government with early access to their AI models for evaluation and safety enhancement before public release. This expands an existing initiative.