Hong Kong's technology chief has issued a warning regarding artificial intelligence, stating it will surpass all previous industrial revolutions. Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry Sun Dong indicated significant impacts on graduates and traditional workers, prompting accelerated training and industry development for new employment opportunities within the city.

Global data centre electricity consumption is projected to reach 565 TWh in 2026, marking a 26 per cent year on year increase, according to a recent Gartner report. This demand is straining power infrastructure worldwide.

DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, completed its initial external fundraising round, securing approximately USD 7 billion. This funding, the largest single AI raise in China's history, results in a valuation nearing 400 billion yuan and signals a shift from the company's previous operational principles.