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  China calls on delivery, ride-hailing firms to respect gig-worker rights ahead of holiday

  (Big Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-02-10 02:37)

  Chinese regulators summoned 16 major platform and logistics firms, including Meituan, Alibaba, and Didi Chuxing, ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. The government directed these companies to improve labor management and safeguard the rights of the country's vast gig workforce.

  Separately, Alibaba's ride-hailing service, Amap, was summoned over issues like rate suppression and inadequate driver support. Authorities urged Amap to strengthen care for drivers and improve working conditions during the holiday period.

  The main topics covered are government intervention with gig economy platforms, the protection of gig workers' rights ahead of a major holiday, and specific regulatory actions against a ride-hailing service.

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  Indonesia telco chief warns of ‘digital colonisation’, backs China’s open-source AI

  (Big Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-02-10 15:00)

  Indonesian telecommunications executives have warned of "digital colonisation" and stressed the importance of localisation and digital sovereignty in AI adoption. This emphasis comes as major Chinese AI cloud providers, like Huawei and Alibaba Cloud, seek to compete with U.S. rivals in fast-growing Southeast Asian markets such as Indonesia.

  Chinese companies are promoting their open-source AI models as being better suited for customization to local conditions compared to closed-source alternatives. The remarks were made during a panel on China-Indonesia AI cooperation at a conference in Jakarta.

  The main topics covered are digital sovereignty, AI localisation, and the competition between Chinese and U.S. tech firms in Southeast Asia's AI market.

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  Um estado perpétuo de exceção na El Salvador de Nayib Bukele

  (Jacobin Brasil / 2026-02-10 19:46)

  Resumo objetivo: El Salvador mantém uma relação histórica de dependência assimétrica com os Estados Unidos, caracterizada por alinhamento em políticas de segurança (como a "guerra contra as drogas") e integração econômica subordinada. Recentemente, o presidente Nayib Bukele fortaleceu uma aliança com a política punitiva de Donald Trump, compartilhando afinidades por medidas de "mão dura" e visão patrimonial do poder. Apesar de tensões com o governo Biden devido a preocupações com direitos humanos e corrupção, os EUA moderam suas críticas para evitar que El Salvador aproxime-se ainda mais da China.

  Principais tópicos abordados: 1. A relação histórica de dependência assimétrica de El Salvador com os EUA, nos campos de segurança e economia. 2. A aliança política contemporânea entre os governos de Nayib Bukele e Donald Trump, baseada em políticas punitivas e afinidades pessoais. 3. As tensões com o governo Biden devido a questões de direitos humanos e corrupção, atenuadas pelo interesse estratégico dos EUA em conter a influência chinesa na região.

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  Primeiro arrasar Gaza, depois construir um parque de diversões para o capital global

  (Jacobin Brasil / 2026-02-10 19:53)

  Resumo objetivo:
  Donald Trump foi indicado ao Prêmio Nobel da Paz por intermediar um cessar-fogo entre Israel e o Hamas em setembro, contrastando com sua proposta anterior, apresentada meses antes, de os EUA ocuparem e transformarem Gaza em um centro turístico e econômico. O plano, chamado GREAT Trust, previa a realocação temporária de parte da população, o controle americano da região por dez anos e megaprojetos financiados por investimentos bilionários, sem consulta democrática aos palestinos. A proposta ignorava soberania e direitos políticos palestinos, condicionando qualquer discussão sobre governança à desmilitarização e "desradicalização" prévia de Gaza.

  Principais tópicos abordados: 1. A indicação de Trump ao Nobel da Paz por mediar um cessar-fogo. 2. O contraste entre a imagem de pacificador e o plano GREAT Trust para Gaza. 3. Os detalhes do plano: realocação populacional, controle americano, megaprojetos e financiamento. 4. A ausência de consulta democrática, soberania e direitos políticos palestinos na proposta.

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  RFK Jr. Says Americans Need More Protein. His Grok-Powered Food Website Disagrees

  (Science Latest / 2026-02-10 20:30)

  A new public health campaign, promoted via a Super Bowl ad and the website Realfood.gov, encourages increased protein consumption based on updated government dietary guidelines. The guidelines recommend 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, a shift from previous advice, and are framed as ending a "war on protein."

  The AI chatbot Grok, which the campaign directs people to for advice, provided varying protein recommendations; it initially cited the older standard but aligned with the new guidelines when exercise habits were specified. Nutrition experts note that while the higher targets can benefit active individuals, the broad messaging lacks nuance and may not apply to sedentary people.

  The campaign's emphasis on animal protein, including beef, contrasts with Grok's advice and conventional health guidance, which prioritize plant-based proteins and fish while recommending limits on red and processed meats.

  Main topics: New government dietary guidelines promoting protein, the use of AI (Grok) for dietary advice, expert analysis of the guidelines' appropriateness, and the contrast between campaign messaging and established nutritional science.

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  The Physics Behind the Quadruple Axel, the Most Difficult Jump in Figure Skating

  (Science Latest / 2026-02-10 20:45)

  A new biomechanics study has identified that achieving greater vertical height is a crucial, previously underemphasized factor for successfully performing the extremely difficult quadruple axel jump in figure skating. The research analyzed competition footage and found skaters aimed for significantly more height on quad axel attempts compared to triple axels, providing the necessary air time to complete the four-and-a-half rotations.

  The article explains the quad axel's unique difficulty due to its forward takeoff and high rotation count, and notes its high value in the current scoring system. The findings update previous scientific theories and offer insights for training strategies, though mastering the jump remains an exceptional challenge.

  The main topics covered are the biomechanics of the quadruple axel jump, its scoring importance in figure skating, and the specific kinematic strategies required for its execution.

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  Patch Tuesday, February 2026 Edition

  (Krebs on Security / 2026-02-10 21:49)

  Microsoft released a security update patching over 50 vulnerabilities, including six actively exploited zero-days affecting Windows Shell, MSHTML, Microsoft Word, Windows Remote Desktop Services, and the Desktop Window Manager. The patches also address critical remote code execution flaws in AI-assisted developer tools like GitHub Copilot and various IDEs, stemming from prompt injection risks. Experts advise applying the updates promptly, testing them in enterprise environments, and maintaining backups due to the active threats.

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  China’s SMIC expects flat revenue as drop in low-end orders offsets AI chip growth

  (Big Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-02-11 03:13)

  SMIC, China's largest contract chipmaker, expects flat revenue for the first quarter as declining orders for low-end products, like smartphones, offset strong demand for AI chips. The company reported annual revenue and profit growth for 2025, but its profit still fell short of analyst estimates. SMIC's leadership stated they are positioned to address market demands to drive future growth in 2026.

  The main topics covered are SMIC's financial performance, its flat revenue outlook due to shifting market demand between low-end and AI chips, and its role in China's semiconductor self-reliance efforts.

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  Capital injection: China backs AI drug makers in self-reliance drive

  (Big Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-02-11 06:00)

  The Chinese government is directing significant investment into domestic AI-driven pharmaceutical companies as part of a broader push for technological self-reliance. A key example is Hangzhou-based METiS TechBio, which secured substantial state-linked funding and has developed China's first AI-designed drug candidate to reach Phase III clinical trials.

  The company plans to seek regulatory approval in China this year and is considering a Hong Kong IPO. This activity highlights Beijing's strategic effort to build an independent biotech ecosystem by financing innovative firms in the sector.

  The main topics covered are: Chinese government investment in AI drug discovery, the progress of a specific company (METiS TechBio), and the national drive for biotech self-reliance.

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  Astronomers Are Closing In on the Kuiper Belt’s Secrets

  (Science Latest / 2026-02-11 10:00)

  The Kuiper Belt, a distant region of frozen debris beyond Neptune, is a largely pristine relic of the early solar system containing thousands of cataloged objects. New observatories, especially the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, are expected to dramatically increase discoveries and provide a more complete census of this frontier.

  This influx of data may answer major questions, including the existence of hidden planets, the belt's full extent, and the history of planetary migrations. For instance, peculiar structures within the belt, like a "kernel" of objects at 44 AU, may be evidence of Neptune's turbulent outward migration billions of years ago.

  Main topics: The Kuiper Belt's nature and significance; upcoming observational advances from new telescopes; key unresolved scientific questions about the solar system's history and structure.

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  Ives Gandra Martins e filha apoiam rede católica conservadora contra aborto e questões de gênero

  (Intercept Brasil / 2026-02-11 10:00)

  Resumo objetivo: O jurista Ives Gandra Martins é a figura central de uma rede de organizações católicas conservadoras que atuam para influenciar o Judiciário e o Legislativo brasileiros em pautas morais, como aborto e questões de gênero. Essa rede, que inclui entidades fundadas por ele e conta com a proximidade de familiares em cargos influentes, move ações judiciais e faz lobby, alcançando instâncias superiores. A atuação de Ives também incluiu a elaboração de um parecer sobre o artigo 142 da Constituição, encontrado em investigações dos atos de 8 de janeiro, o que gerou acusações de incitação ao golpe, posteriormente arquivadas.

  Principais tópicos abordados: 1. A rede de organizações católicas conservadoras criada e liderada por Ives Gandra Martins. 2. A atuação dessa rede para influenciar o sistema de Justiça e a legislação em "pautas morais". 3. A influência e o alcance da família Gandra em instituições jurídicas e políticas. 4. A participação de Ives Gandra Martins nas investigações relacionadas aos atos de 8 de janeiro de 2023.

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  China is leading in holistic AI development. Can the US catch up?

  (Big Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-02-11 12:30)

  The article argues that success in AI development will be determined by practical applications that meet everyday needs, not just by having the most advanced models. It highlights significant public distrust of AI in the US compared to high trust in China, and concerns that market hype and valuations may be outpacing real-world adoption.

  Financial volatility is a major concern, as AI stocks are deeply tied to the US economy and retirement funds, yet their long-term profitability is questioned. The US is advised to shift focus from just leading in large language models to integrating AI into industrial processes, leveraging massive planned infrastructure investments to fuel re-industrialization.

  The main topics covered are the US-China AI competition, public trust in AI, financial market risks related to AI stocks, and the strategic need for industrial AI integration.

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  Modelos sindicais para melhorar a organização dos trabalhadores

  (Jacobin Brasil / 2026-02-11 12:42)

  Principais pontos da notícia:
  O relatório global da CSI mostra uma tendência preocupante de aumento das restrições aos direitos sindicais, com 87% dos países analisados impondo limitações ao direito de greve em 2025. O artigo contrasta modelos sindicais: elogia o modelo dinamarquês, com sindicalização alta e negociação coletiva centralizada, e critica o modelo fragmentado dos EUA, que mantém baixa filiação. Na Argentina, destaca-se a ofensiva do governo Milei para enfraquecer os sindicatos através de uma reforma trabalhista que permitiria acordos inferiores aos convencionados coletivamente.

  Principais tópicos abordados:
  1. A deterioração global dos direitos sindicais e da negociação coletiva.
  2. A comparação entre os modelos sindicais da Dinamarca, EUA e Argentina.
  3. A ofensiva legislativa na Argentina para flexibilizar as leis trabalhistas e reduzir o poder de negociação dos sindicatos.

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  Cuba está em alerta máximo aguardando o próximo passo de Trump

  (Jacobin Brasil / 2026-02-11 15:38)

  Resumo objetivo:
  O artigo analisa a ameaça percebida dos EUA a Cuba no contexto da chamada "Doutrina Trump", que intensificou a pressão sobre países da América Latina. Destaca que, embora uma invasão militar seja considerada improvável devido aos altos custos políticos e militares, o governo Trump tem focado em apertar o embargo econômico e as sanções, agravando a crise cubana. As forças armadas de Cuba estão em alerta, mas especialistas avaliam que medidas coercitivas econômicas são a principal ferramenta de pressão atual.

  Principais tópicos abordados:
  1. A escalada da política externa agressiva dos EUA na América Latina sob Trump ("Doutrina Donroe/Corolário Trump").
  2. O foco na ameaça a Cuba, com alerta militar e exercícios defensivos no país.
  3. O embargo econômico como principal instrumento de pressão, ampliado por medidas burocráticas e sua influência global.
  4. A avaliação de que uma invasão militar é improvável, mas a pressão econômica e política permanecem intensas.

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  Kimwolf Botnet Swamps Anonymity Network I2P

  (Krebs on Security / 2026-02-11 16:08)

  The Kimwolf IoT botnet has been disrupting the I2P anonymizing network by attempting to join hundreds of thousands of infected devices as nodes, overwhelming the system in what is known as a Sybil attack. The botnet operators were reportedly trying to use I2P as a resilient command and control network to evade takedowns, not to intentionally crash it. The main topics covered are the Kimwolf botnet's characteristics, its impact on the I2P network, and the operators' motivations for targeting such networks.