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Semiconductor Push: India just inaugurated its first SME commercial chip facility in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan—Sahasra Semiconductors’ packaging line targets 60M units now, with a jump toward 400–600M in 2–3 years, and already exports to the US and Europe. China Tech Momentum: China’s digital industry revenue hit 9.5T yuan in Q1, up 12.9%, alongside profit growth and 5G base stations topping 4.9M. US–China Theater, Business Reality: Trump’s Beijing trip leaned heavily on pageantry and CEO meetings, but the big question remains what—if anything—moves through China’s regulators. Rare Earth Breakthrough: A study finds a fern that can pull rare earths from contaminated soil and concentrate them in leaves, hinting at a greener path for critical materials. Sports Tech: FIFA locked in a China broadcast deal for World Cups through 2031, with digital coverage upgrades aimed at younger fans. Market Mood: Japan’s Nikkei slipped as tech stocks took profits.

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