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The European Commission has proposed new rules to assist people who have been harmed by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital devices such as drones. People suing over incidents involving such items would face a lower burden of proof under the AI Liability Directive. Justice Commissioner Didier Reynders stated that it would create a digital-age legal framework. The directive’s scope could include self-driving cars, voice assistants, and search engines. If passed, the Commission’s rules could coexist with the EU’s proposed Artificial Intelligence Act, which would be the first of its kind to limit how and when AI systems can be used.…

The value of the Chinese yuan has dropped to new all-time lows when compared to the rising value of the US dollar. Since comparable data were first made available in 2011, the value of the internationally-traded yuan has dropped to its lowest point. Additionally, China’s national currency reached its most vulnerable state since the international financial crisis of 2008. It comes at a time when the dollar value continues to rise against other major currencies after the Federal Reserve of the United States raised interest rates again earlier this month. During this time, major stock market indexes across Asia experienced…

Ukraine has accused Russia of carrying out a “terrorist attack” by causing leaks in two major gas pipelines to Europe. Mykhaylo Podolyak, the Ukrainian presidential adviser, called the damage to Nord Stream 1 and 2 an “act of aggression” against the EU. He went on to say that Russia wanted to create pre-winter panic and urged the EU to increase military aid to Ukraine. Before the leaks were discovered, seismologists reported underwater blasts. According to local media, “there is no doubt that these were explosions.” On Monday afternoon, Nord Stream 2’s operators issued a warning about a loss of pressure…

As part of its efforts to establish itself in the gaming industry, Netflix is establishing its own video game studio. Marko Lastikka, a former Zynga and Electronic Arts executive, will lead the company from its headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. Netflix has previously acquired small gaming companies such as Night School Studio, the developer of Oxenfree. However, the streaming giant is now going a step further and building a studio from the ground up. Lastikka is a well-known figure in the gaming industry, having co-founded the Zynga studio in Helsinki, which worked on FarmVille 3 under his direction. In a blog…

Tesla is recalling nearly 1.1 million vehicles in the United States because the windows may close too quickly and pinch people’s fingers. According to documents produced by American regulators, the windows may not respond properly after detecting an obstruction. Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, called the description as a recall “outdated and inaccurate.” The automaker claims that a software update will resolve the issue. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the flaw is a violation of safety standards. The world’s largest electric-vehicle manufacturer has repeatedly clashed with federal safety regulators, whom Mr. Musk refers to as “the…

According to South Korean military officials, North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile off its east coast, its first known test since June. It came after a US aircraft carrier arrived in South Korea to participate in joint exercises and ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris’s planned visit. The launch, according to Seoul, was an “act of grave provocation.” The United Nations forbids North Korea from conducting ballistic and nuclear weapons tests. The South Korean military said it detected a short-range missile fired near Taechon, more than 100 kilometers (60 miles) north of Pyongyang, shortly before 07:00 local time (23:00…

As financial markets reacted to the biggest tax cuts in 50 years, the pound fell to a new 37-year low against the dollar. UK stocks fell after chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced a slew of tax cuts and economic measures as part of a massive overhaul of the country’s finances. The pound dropped more than 3% against the US dollar, falling below $1.09. The Sterling has recently fallen due to economic concerns and a stronger US dollar. On Friday, the pound fell more than 1% against the euro, falling to €1.12. Mr. Kwarteng refused to comment on the currency’s depreciation, saying…

After closing its borders for over two years due to the Covid pandemic, Japan will once again welcome foreign tourists. From 11 October, tourists can enter the country without a visa and no longer need to go through a travel agency. A daily arrivals cap will also be lifted. Japan’s announcement coincides with the relaxation of visitor entry rules in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Taiwan will eliminate quarantine requirements for international arrivals by mid-October, while Hong Kong announced on Friday that it would transition from hotel quarantine to stay-at-home requirements beginning September 26. The anticipated influx of tourists will be…

The Hong Kong government has announced that beginning Monday, visitors to the city will no longer be required to enter mandatory hotel quarantine. Additionally, passengers will no longer be required to show a negative Covid test before boarding a flight to Hong Kong. They will instead monitor themselves for possible infection for three days. The news sparked a rush for Hong Kong flight tickets, with the Cathay Pacific website operating a booking queue. In October, the airline said it would add more than 200 pairs of flights to both regional and long-distance destinations. “While we will continue to add more…

The chief operating officer of the vegan food giant Beyond Meat was arrested after he was accused of biting a man’s nose during an altercation in the United States. According to the court records, Douglas Ramsey, age 53, is being charged with “terroristic threatening” and battery in the third degree. On Sunday, he paid the $11,085 (£9,711) bond that was required to get out of jail. According to a local TV station, the incident took place on Saturday evening as he was leaving a parking garage in Fayetteville, Arkansas, after attending a football game in the city. KNWA/KFTA, a television…