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Quad Alliance Launches $85 Million Initiative for Trusted AI and Critical Minerals

Digital network map showing AI neural connections and microchips linking Quad partner nations across the Indo-Pacific.

The United States, India, Japan, and Australia have unveiled an $85M strategic pact to expand trusted AI computing and secure critical mineral supply chains across the Indo-Pacific.

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White House Launches $10 Billion Genesis AI Initiative for National Security

The White House launched the $10 billion Genesis AI Initiative to accelerate national security AI, fund 12 university research centers, and sponsor 10,000 annual graduate scholarships.

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Meta Breaks Ground on Largest AI Data Center in US History in Louisiana

Meta broke ground on a $10 billion AI data center campus in Louisiana — the largest in US history — creating 25,000 jobs and running on 100% renewable energy when completed in 2028.

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NASA Announces Crew for First Crewed Mars Mission Launching November 2028

NASA announced the four-person crew for Ares I, the first crewed Mars mission, launching November 2028 and landing at Jezero Crater in June 2029 after a seven-month transit.

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Apple iPhone 18 Unveiled with AI Translation and FDA-Cleared Health Scanner

Apple unveiled the iPhone 18 with real-time AI translation in 72 languages and an FDA-cleared melanoma detection feature. Pre-orders open Friday with pricing starting at $1,099.

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