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Recent reports indicate a significant rise in scams globally, with Citizens Advice revealing that nine million people in the UK have fallen victim. Authorities are urging vigilance as scammers employ increasingly sophisticated tactics, including impersonation and urgency, to exploit vulnerable populations. Awareness campaigns are underway to combat these deceptive practices.
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Chinese human rights lawyers Yu Wensheng and Xu Zhiyong are facing severe sentences for their activism. Yu received three years' detention, while Xu's health deteriorates amid a hunger strike. International calls for their release grow, highlighting ongoing human rights abuses in China and beyond.
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Following Donald Trump's election victory, expectations rise for a significant shift in cryptocurrency regulation. Trump has pledged to remove SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whose tenure has been marked by strict enforcement against digital assets. This change could lead to a more favorable environment for crypto companies in the U.S.
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As AI adoption accelerates, the legal and public relations sectors are undergoing significant transformations. Firms are leveraging AI for efficiency and client engagement, while companies like Golin aim to become fully AI-integrated by 2026. Meanwhile, China and Saudi Arabia are ramping up AI talent and infrastructure investments.