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    Emerging markets’ stocks jump, led by heavyweight China shares; FX steady

    Emerging markets stocks rose to their highest levels since August on Wednesday, led by gains in Chinese shares on positive economic data, while currencies remained steady as bets on U.S. interest rate cuts lingered.

    Apple explores AI deals with news publishers

    Apple has opened negotiations in recent weeks with major news and publishing organizations, seeking permission to use their material in the company's development of generative artificial intelligence systems, the New York Times reported on Friday.

    IEA working to cut renewable energy costs in developing world

    The International Energy Agency will work to ensure the World Bank, regional development banks and others prioritize the cost of investing in clean energy in developing countries following the COP28 summit last week, its executive director said.

    How far could China-Philippines relations worsen?

    China and the Philippines have ramped up rhetoric on defending territorial claims in the South China Sea, despite both calling for dialogue to settle tensions over that strategic waterway.

    AI cannot be patent ‘inventor’, UK Supreme Court rules in landmark case

    An American computer scientist on Wednesday lost his bid to register patents over inventions created by his artificial intelligence system, in a landmark case...

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    Filipinos top Southeast Asia’s online showrooming shift

    Filipino online shoppers are emerging as the most active practitioners of “showrooming” in Southeast Asia, highlighting how digital commerce and physical retail are becoming increasingly intertwined.

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    Stern Real Estate and Development Corp. is ramping up its presence in Camp John Hay, committing fresh capital to expand hospitality offerings within the former American rest and recreation facility.

    SM Hotels accelerates expansion with Dasmariñas hotel opening

    SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. is stepping harder on the growth pedal, setting a 2027 opening for Park Inn by Radisson SM City Dasmariñas as it rapidly expands its nationwide hotel pipeline.
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