Engineering student Kayden Knapik has constructed a Star Wars BD-X-inspired droid using consumer-grade hardware and open-source software, aiming to replicate the lifelike movements of robots seen at Disney parks. The project was completed for under USD 3,000, significantly less than proprietary robotics systems.

China is stepping up construction of a national computing network, aiming to turn artificial intelligence infrastructure into a public utility. This initiative responds to surging AI token usage and telecoms operators' search for new growth avenues beyond mobile data and phone bills.

The South Korean government is pursuing all options, including emergency arbitration, to prevent a labour strike at Samsung Electronics, the nation’s largest employer. Prime Minister Kim Min-seok stated the goal is to minimise any damage should a strike occur.