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Chinese EV giant BYD surpasses rival Tesla with record 2024 revenue
Chinese EV giant BYD surpasses rival Tesla with record 2024 revenue
by  AFP

Chinese carmaker BYD saw a surge in revenue last year, surpassing the $100 billion mark and beating rival Tesla as the electric vehicle giant accelerates its overseas expansion. That figure eclipsed the $97.7 billion in revenue last year announced previously by Tesla.

Greenland PM denounces US 'foreign interference' ahead of visit
Greenland PM denounces US 'foreign interference' ahead of visit
by  AFP

Greenland's prime minister, Mute Egede, accused Washington on Monday of interfering in its political affairs by sending a US delegation to the Danish territory, which is coveted by US President Donald Trump. - Coveted region - With no officials to welcome the US delegation, "they will be pushing this point that ok, nobody's in control here, there's a need for us to step in", Pram Gad said.

Asian markets fluctuate as traders prepare for 'Liberation Day'
Asian markets fluctuate as traders prepare for 'Liberation Day'
by  AFP

Asian markets swung on Monday as the White House prepares to impose tariffs on key trading partners next week that many fear could deal a painful blow to the global economy. Still, Asian investors struggled to get the week off to a strong start, with markets fluctuating through the morning.

Does "vibe coding" make everyone a programmer?
Does "vibe coding" make everyone a programmer?
by  AFP

Can a complete tech novice create a website using everyday language on ChatGPT? The developer and entrepreneur was referring to the new generative AI models that produce lines of code on demand in everyday language, through writing or speech.