Chinese AI stocks surge on policy support, demand optimism

The US-backed acquisition by Virtus Minerals could diversify global cobalt supply, reducing China's dominance and impacting tech industries. The post Virtus Minerals secures US backing for cobalt and copper mines in DRC, challenging China’s grip appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

OpenAI has launched a program with cybersecurity firm Trail of Bits to use AI to find and fix vulnerabilities in widely used open-source software, as enterprises face growing risks from flaws buried deep in their software supply chains. The initiative, called Patch the Planet, uses AI-assisted vulnerability research alongside human review to help turn security findings into tested fixes that can be disclosed through existing project channels. Initial participants include Python, Go, cURL, Sigstore, NATS Server, aiohttp, freenginx, pyca/cryptography, and python.org. These projects support software development, networking, cryptography, and supply chain infrastructure used across a wide range of enterprise applications and services. OpenAI said each engagement will begin with consultation with maintainers to identify where security support is most needed. Researchers will then investigate potential vulnerabilities, validate meaningful issues, develop or refine patches, support testing, a

China's PBOC recorded 2,000+ money laundering convictions in 2025 while Tencent's Xiaowei AI agent quietly advances Chinese crypto regulation via WeChat. The post China Crypto: PBOC’s Crypto Crackdown and Xiaowei Signal China’s Digital Future appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Investor skepticism over AI spending highlights vulnerabilities in tech and crypto, potentially shifting capital towards safer assets. The post Tech losses mount as investors reassess AI risks, dragging crypto markets down with them appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Google's support for AI startups fosters innovation while maintaining influence, potentially reshaping the AI landscape and investment dynamics. The post Google backs AI startup incubator for former employees with $350K in support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

China's export controls on US rare earth firms could intensify global supply chain tensions, impacting technological and defense sectors. The post Beijing imposes export controls on 10 US rare earth firms in retaliation for military blacklist appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The incident underscores escalating regional tensions and could further strain China-Philippines relations, impacting broader geopolitical dynamics. The post China deploys floating platform at Scarborough Shoal, raising concerns of expanded control appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Independent senator says Anthony Albanese is preparing to announce an AI copyright plan in July Independent David Pocock has challenged the Albanese government to rule out letting technology giants use Australian content to train AI models, as cabinet considers proposals to change copyright rules for the rapidly developing technology. Pocock used Senate question time on Tuesday to ask the government about intense lobbying from AI proprietors over possible new rules and regulations for Australian-made content – including suggestions Labor would create a new “carve out” or extend existing licensing arrangements. Continue reading...