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  • Published: April 2025 | Source: AP News Overview In a major strategic pivot, Nvidia has announced it will begin manufacturing its next-generation AI chips and supercomputers inside the United States. The move comes as Washington intensifies export controls on advanced AI technologies, particularly those destined for China. Key Highlights 1. U.S.-Based Production Nvidia is establishing…

  • Published: April 18, 2025 | Source: The Guardian Overview In a bold move to reduce reliance on Chinese-built ships and revive domestic maritime industries, the United States has unveiled a new fee structure targeting vessels linked to Beijing. The policy is designed to challenge China’s dominance in global shipbuilding and incentivize investment in U.S. shipyards.…

  • Posted by Mare | Maritime Policy & Trade Mare’s View “Navigating the complexities of global trade requires policies that safeguard national interests without hindering economic vitality. The U.S. adjustment to its port fee policy reflects a step toward that balance.”

  • Published: April 15, 2025 | Source: Reuters Overview Chinese authorities in Harbin have publicly accused the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) of launching advanced cyberattacks against critical infrastructure during the 2025 Asian Winter Games, escalating tensions between the two global powers in the digital domain Key Allegations 1. Targeted Sectors Energy systems Transportation networks Water…

  • > Posted by Mare | Maritime Security & Law Enforcement Coast Guard’s Ongoing Fight Against International Drug Cartels On April 9, 2025, the U.S. Coast Guard seized over 44,550 pounds of cocaine and 3,880 pounds of marijuana at Port Everglades, Florida.The drugs were intercepted by the Coast Guard Cutter James during an operation in the…

  • Published: April 2025 | Source: The Verge Overview OpenAI has officially unveiled its latest AI lineup: GPT-4.1, along with two lightweight variants — GPT-4.1 Mini and GPT-4.1 Nano. These models promise not only better performance but also affordability, scalability, and flexibility for developers and businesses worldwide. Key Features of GPT-4.1 Series 1. Massive Context Window…

  • Posted by Mare | Maritime Environment & Regulation Historic First: Shipping Nations Agree to Global Carbon Pricing On April 11, 2025, the world’s major maritime nations agreed to a groundbreaking measure:a global emissions fee for greenhouse gases from ships, under the International Maritime Organization (IMO). This marks the first-ever international carbon pricing mechanism for the…

  • 한국에 거주 중안 외국인 유학생 10명 중 4명은 본국이나 제3국이 아닌 한국 취업만 희망하고 있다. 5일 교육부에 따르면 작년 6∼10월 전국 곳곳에서 열린 ‘외국인 유학생 취업박람회’에서 유학생 1207명을 대상으로 설문 조사한 결과 응답자 42.5%는 취업계획 국가를 묻는 말에 ‘한국 취업에만 관심이 있다’고 답했다. ‘한국 또는 본국’ 45.5%, ‘한국 또는 제3의 국가’ 12.0%였다. 희망하는 취업 지역을…