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- 1Immigration policy pushing foreign researchers out of the United States●Immigration changes are driving foreign researchers to leave the U.S.
Foreign-born scientists are leaving the United States as tougher immigration rules make it harder for them to stay and work, according to a STAT News survey of researchers. Respondents report visa delays, uncertainty over residency, and fears about their future in the country, prompting some to move to institutions in Europe, Canada, and Asia. Scientists and universities warn the exodus could weaken American research and scientific leadership.
- 2Iran says it will make no nuclear concessions●Iran will make no nuclear concessions, Iranian official says, Asia News
A senior Iranian official has stated that Iran will make no concessions in nuclear negotiations, according to Asia News coverage carried by AsiaOne. The declaration signals Tehran's firm stance amid ongoing international pressure over its nuclear programme, with talks with world powers remaining deadlocked. Observers see the statement as a defiant message to Western negotiators demanding limits on uranium enrichment and greater inspection access.
- 3Shanti Pereira defends Asian Games 200m title in Aichi-Nagoya▼Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Shanti Pereira defends women's 200m crown, uncertain about 2030
Singapore sprinter Shanti Pereira successfully defended her women's 200m title at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya 2026, confirming her status as Asia's leading female sprinter. She declined to commit to competing at the 2030 Asian Games, citing uncertainty about her long-term plans. Fans and commentators have praised the win as another milestone for Singapore athletics.
- 4Google Cloud Opens AI Startup Corridor Linking Southeast Asia to Silicon Valley▼Google Cloud Launches AI Startup Innovation Corridor from Southeast Asia to Silicon Valley
Google Cloud has launched an AI Startup Innovation Corridor designed to connect artificial intelligence startups in Southeast Asia with the Silicon Valley ecosystem. The programme aims to give emerging companies access to mentorship, cloud technology and cross-border networks. The initiative reflects growing investment in Southeast Asia's startup scene and Google's push to expand its cloud and AI footprint in the region.
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Commentary is highlighting India's push to establish itself as a major player in the global semiconductor industry. The discussion centres on the country's efforts to build chip manufacturing capacity and attract investment as nations worldwide compete to secure semiconductor supply chains. Observers are weighing whether India can translate its ambitions into a genuine foothold in an industry long dominated by East Asia and the United States.
- 6South Korea pushes KRW stablecoin safeguards as Hana Bank issues digital bonds▼Asia's weekly TOP10 crypto news: South Korea Calls for KRW Stablecoin Liquidity Safeguards and Hana Bank Issues $100M Blockchain Digital Bonds and Top10 News
South Korean regulators are calling for liquidity safeguards for won-backed stablecoins, while Hana Bank has issued $100 million in blockchain-based digital bonds. The moves highlight how Korea is pairing caution on stablecoin risk with active adoption of tokenized debt, cementing its role as one of Asia's most active crypto and blockchain markets this week.