Adnan Rasheed

Adnan Rasheed is an independent journalist and digital publisher covering technology, business, entertainment, sports, and global news. He focuses on accurate, well researched reporting and delivers clear, fact based stories for a global audience.

Federica Mogherini accused of fraud and corruption in EU diplomat training probe

Federica Mogherini during a EU diplomatic meeting, now facing fraud and corruption allegations

BRUSSELS — Former European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and two other senior figures have been formally accused of procurement fraud, corruption, conflict of interest and violation of professional secrecy, European authorities said Wednesday.  Their brief detention earlier this week has raised concerns across Brussels’ diplomatic and academic communities. Belgian authorities detained Mogherini on … Read more

Taiwan charges Tokyo Electron unit over TSMC trade secrets theft

Taiwan Indicts Tokyo Electron Over TSMC Trade Secrets

Taipei, Taiwan — Taiwan prosecutors charged Tokyo Electron’s Taiwan unit on Tuesday with violating the National Security Act and the Trade Secrets Act, marking the first corporate indictment under the nation’s national security law related to the alleged theft of critical technology trade secrets from semiconductor giant TSMC (2330.TW). The indictment follows the August prosecution … Read more

South Korea nuclear fuel deal moves forward as Seoul, Washington plan joint uranium venture

South Korea and the United States announce a joint venture to secure enriched uranium under the South Korea nuclear fuel deal.

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea and the United States have agreed to create a joint venture aimed at securing a stable supply of enriched uranium for South Korea’s nuclear reactors.  President Lee Jae Myung said Wednesday, offering the clearest description yet of what officials are calling the South Korea nuclear fuel deal. Lee disclosed … Read more

A year after the South Korea martial law crisis, political wounds remain unresolved

Crowds gather near South Korea’s national assembly during the anniversary of the South Korea martial law crisis, with pro-democracy groups and Yoon supporters holding flags.

SEOUL, South Korea — One year after South Korea’s martial law crisis shook the country’s democratic foundations, President Lee Jae Myung urged national unity Wednesday while warning that reconciliation will remain out of reach until those behind the failed power grab are held accountable.  The remarks marked the anniversary of the dramatic night when armed … Read more

Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25 billion to fund ‘Trump Accounts’ for millions of American children

Michael and Susan Dell at a press event announcing $6.25 billion donation to fund Trump Accounts for millions of American children

Michael and Susan Dell have pledged $6.25 billion to fund investment accounts for at least 25 million American children, marking one of the largest charitable donations in the nation’s recent history.  The funds will support so called “Trump Accounts,” a program set to launch in 2026, which allows parents to manage investment accounts on behalf … Read more

Boeing stock jumps as CFO forecasts higher jet deliveries in 2026

High-quality photo of Boeing aircraft on an airport tarmac with a financial display showing rising performance, representing Boeing stock gaining momentum.

Boeing stock rose sharply Tuesday after the company’s chief financial officer said the planemaker expects higher deliveries of its 737 and 787 aircraft next year, signaling renewed confidence as the company works to stabilize output and restore trust across its supply chain. CFO Jay Malave told investors at a UBS conference that Boeing anticipates stronger … Read more

YouTube AI deepfake tracking tool sparks privacy concerns among creators

A concerned man looking at a computer screen while reviewing content related to the YouTube AI deepfake tracking tool.

YouTube’s new AI deepfake tracking tool has drawn scrutiny from privacy specialists and digital rights advocates who warn that the feature could expose creators to long term risks tied to biometric data.  The tool, which relies on facial recognition to detect AI generated content that mimics a creator’s likeness, requires users to submit government IDs … Read more

Altman Declares OpenAI Code Red to Boost ChatGPT Performance Amid Google Challenge

SAN FRANCISCO — OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has declared an internal “OpenAI code red” to accelerate improvements to ChatGPT as Google intensifies efforts to reclaim its lead in artificial intelligence, according to a memo viewed by The Wall Street Journal.  The directive signals a renewed focus on the company’s flagship chatbot and a temporary … Read more