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world4 days ago•5 min saved

India Charts a Global South Course in the AI Power Struggle

At the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, India positions itself as a responsible, third-way partner for developing nations amid U.S.–China AI competition, arguing AI should be governed for public welfare and offering its large IT workforce and market as a testbed. Modi frames AI as a powerful technology that must be directed for good, while India pursues strategic autonomy, builds ties with middle powers, and signs the Pax Silica Declaration to protect supply chains, signaling a broader effort to shape AI governance and diplomacy for the Global South.

via The New York Times|

#artificial-intelligence #geopolitics #global-south

world8 days ago•5 min saved

Delhi AI Summit: Modi Charts India's bid to steer AI for the Global South

Thousands of leaders and tech chiefs gather at Modi’s Delhi AI Impact Summit as India positions itself as a regional AI hub for the Global South; attendees include Sundar Pichai, Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, with discussions on deploying AI in agriculture, water and health, governance and safety, and debates over AI colonialism versus techno-Gandhism. The US appears reluctant to push a binding regulatory framework, while Google reveals a $15 billion investment in an Adani-backed AI data centre in Visakhapatnam.

via The Guardian|

#ai #ai-safety #global-south

world10 days ago•5 min saved

India Hosts Global South AI Summit to Shape Inclusive Tech Future

India is hosting the five-day India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, the first AI gathering of the Global South, drawing about 20 heads of state and major tech executives to discuss AI’s growth, governance, safety and ethics. The event aims to position India as a bridge between advanced economies and the Global South, highlight scalable AI deployment via digital public infrastructure, and explore non-binding pledges rather than binding agreements. Experts emphasize reskilling to mitigate potential job disruption as AI expands across sectors, with notable attendees expected from politics and tech including Macron, Lula, Altman, and other leaders and executives.

via AP News|

#ai #global-south #governance

environment1 month ago•53 min saved

Global Plastic Waste Burning in Households: A Hidden Health Crisis

The article investigates the widespread practice of burning plastic waste as household fuel in low-income urban communities across the Global South, highlighting its prevalence, drivers such as inadequate waste management and energy poverty, and associated health and environmental risks, while emphasizing the need for improved waste systems and clean energy access to mitigate this issue.

via Nature|

#environment #global-south #household-fuel

world4 months ago•6 min saved

Global Gen Z Protests Surge Across Africa and Beyond

Across Morocco, Madagascar, Peru, Nepal, and other countries, Generation Z is leading widespread protests driven by economic inequality, political corruption, and social injustice, utilizing digital platforms for organization and mobilization, signaling a global shift in youth activism and discontent with traditional political systems.

via CNN|

#digital-activism #gen-z-protests #global-south

world6 months ago•8 min saved

Trump's Tariffs Reshape Global Alliances and Boost BRICS

The article discusses how Trump's tariffs are causing a realignment of global alliances, especially among the global south, with countries like Brazil, India, and China seeking to bypass US economic dominance and form new partnerships, potentially leading to a shift in global power dynamics and the weakening of US influence.

via The Guardian|

#brics #global-south #international-alliances

world6 months ago•4 min saved

China Hosts Putin, Modi, and Erdogan in a Show of Diplomatic Unity

China's Xi Jinping is hosting a major regional security forum in Tianjin to showcase Global South solidarity, inviting over 20 leaders including Putin and Modi, amidst geopolitical flux and efforts to counter Western influence. The summit emphasizes optics over substantive cooperation, with key bilateral meetings expected between India and China, and Putin staying on for a military parade in Beijing.

via Reuters|

#brics-summit #global-south #india-china-relations

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Xi to host Putin and Modi in display of China’s global alliance

Chinese President Xi Jinping is hosting a major SCO summit in Tianjin with over 20 world leaders, including Putin and Modi, to showcase Global South solidarity and counter Western influence, amid efforts to improve India-China relations and expand the bloc's influence, despite limited cooperation outcomes.

via yahoo.com|

#brics #global-south #india-china-relations

world7 months ago•6 min saved

BRICS Summit Focuses on Global Challenges and Emerging Markets

The Brics summit in Brazil aims to strengthen collective action among emerging economies to address global issues like climate change and geopolitical tensions, amidst internal divisions and challenges to multilateralism, with a focus on reforming global governance and supporting climate finance for the global south.

via The Guardian|

#brics-summit #climate-change #global-south

world8 months ago•5 min saved

Trump’s Travel Ban: A Symbol of American Imperialism and Global Impact

The article argues that Trump's travel ban targets countries in the global south, primarily composed of Black, brown, and Muslim populations, as a reflection of ongoing American imperialism and exploitation, rather than genuine security concerns, highlighting the historical and ongoing US interventions that have caused poverty, violence, and displacement in these nations.

via The Guardian|

#global-south #imperialism #migration

international-relations1 year ago•4 min saved

"Russia's Economic Forum Highlights Isolation and Elite Ties"

The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) has shifted focus towards Russia's partnerships with the Global South and domestic business deals amid its diplomatic and economic isolation following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The forum, once a major international event, now sees diminished Western participation, with notable attendees including the presidents of Bolivia and Zimbabwe and a delegation from the Taliban. The event also highlights the involvement of the children of Russia's political elite and discussions on Russia's "economic sovereignty" and "traditional values." Despite its reduced global status, SPIEF remains a key platform for Russia's political and economic elite.

via The Moscow Times|

#diplomatic-isolation #economic-forum #global-south

international-law1 year ago•4 min saved

"ICC Sanctions on Israel Spark Political Turmoil for Biden"

The International Criminal Court's Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. This unprecedented move highlights the ICC's shift towards addressing long-standing accusations of bias and the influence of the Global South in seeking justice for Palestinians. The decision follows significant casualties in Gaza and aims to uphold the credibility of international law.

via CounterPunch|

#global-south #icc #international-law

cryptocurrency1 year ago•3 min saved

"Binance Executive's Escape from Nigeria Amid Crypto Crackdown"

Binance's exit from Nigeria reflects the challenges faced by crypto companies in the Global South due to regulatory scrutiny and the need for a local presence to understand and address the unique market dynamics. Ray Youssef, CEO of NoOnes, emphasizes the importance of establishing long-term collaboration and creating a free-flowing money system to unlock the potential for entrepreneurs in the region. Despite the withdrawal of Binance, opportunities for bitcoin adoption and business growth in Nigeria and the wider African continent remain, albeit amidst tough regulatory battles.

via CoinDesk|

#binance #crypto-regulation #cryptocurrency

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Saudi Arabia's Non-Membership in BRICS Confirmed by Official Source"

Saudi Arabia is still considering an invitation to join the BRICS bloc of countries, despite South Africa's Foreign Minister stating that the kingdom had joined the grouping. The group had invited Saudi Arabia, along with other countries, to join from Jan. 1, but the kingdom has not yet responded to the invitation and is still under consideration. The expansion of BRICS would give it additional economic heft and could boost its ambition to become a champion of the Global South, but Riyadh is weighing its options amid rising geopolitical tensions between the United States, China, and Russia.

via Reuters|

#brics #geopolitical-tensions #global-south

human-interest2 years ago•6 min saved

"Warm Climate Reactions to First Snowfall: A Study"

NPR reached out to people from the Global South and other regions to share their experiences of seeing snow for the first time. Stories included a Brazilian filling an envelope with snow to mail back home, a Rwandan adapting to the cold in Boston, and an Ecuadorian realizing the magic of snow wears off after two weeks. The article also featured anecdotes from Kenya, Malawi, and Maui, highlighting the joy and challenges of encountering snow in regions where it is a rarity.

via NPR|

#culture #first-time #global-south