Peter Campbell / Financial Times:
AI may help transform air traffic control by processing vast amounts of data, spotting collision risks early, and easing staff shortages as air travel grows  —  The technology has potential to assist controllers with an increasing flight load but many are wary

Matthew Martin / Semafor:
Dubai- and London-based 1001, which uses AI to improve aviation, port, and energy infrastructure efficiency in the Gulf, raised $30M led by Lux Capital  —  THE SCOOP  —  Dubai- and London-based startup 1001 has raised $30 million from investors including US venture firm Lux Capital …

Stuart A. Thompson / New York Times:
Political campaign managers and consultants are using AI to analyze voter data, create campaign materials, and more; survey: 87% of campaigners use AI daily  —  A.I.-generated images are the public face of this election overhaul.  Behind the scenes, campaigns are using the technology to analyze voter data …

Reuters:
Five Chinese tech and advanced manufacturing companies launched Hong Kong listings today to raise up to $5.6B, led by Apple supplier Luxshare's $3.15B offering  —  Five Chinese technology and advanced manufacturing companies launched Hong Kong listings on Tuesday to raise up to HK$44.1 billion …

Nikkei Asia:
Sources: Chinese smartphone makers like Xiaomi, Oppo, and Vivo told suppliers they will again cut 2026 shipment targets, with Xiaomi cutting 30% to ~95M units  —  TAIPEI — Major Chinese smartphone makers including Xiaomi, Oppo and Vivo have told suppliers they will again cut shipment targets …