ByteDance’s Doubao 2.0 aims to undercut the West’s AI elite—then Disney strikes back

ByteDance has officially launched Doubao 2.0, a next-generation AI family that promises GPT-level intelligence at a disruptive price point. However, the celebration was short-lived as Hollywood giants, led by Disney, immediately filed a legal strike against the platform for what they call a “virtual smash-and-grab” of copyrighted characters.

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ViewSonic VX27G26‑2K‑3 is launched with a 360Hz QHD Fast IPS display

The ViewSonic VX27G26‑2K‑3 launches in China as a no‑nonsense weapon for esports, and frankly, it’s hard to argue with the specs. The headline feature is impossible to ignore: a blistering native 360Hz refresh rate on a 27-inch QHD Fast IPS panel, paired with 1 ms GTG response time. With this screen, ViewSonic is leaning into real, measurable performance. At 2560 x 1440, this monitor isn’t…

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ViewSonic VX25G26-2K-4 arrives boasting a 24.5-inch QHD Fast IPS display and a 400Hz refresh rate

The ViewSonic VX25G26-2K-4 is designed for players who want both razor‑sharp clarity and blistering responsiveness. It is built around a 24.5-inch Fast IPS display with a 2560 x 1440 px resolution and a 1 ms GTG response time. The monitor reaches 450 nits and supports HDR10, giving it enough punch to stay vibrant even in well‑lit rooms. Its 100% sRGB and 98% DCI‑P3 coverage and 8-bit+FRC support…

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After US deal, Taiwan pushes economic resilience into Europe and the global south

Taiwan has officially signed a final trade agreement with the US, concluding bilateral negotiations. Under the deal, Taiwan will receive most-favored-nation (MFN) treatment if Washington imposes “Section 232” tariffs on semiconductors and related derivative products. Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said the agreement will serve as a foundation for advancing President Ching-te Lai’s “economic resilience” strategy and expanding Taiwan’s international economic influence.

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WD says 2026 capacity sold out as HDD prices post sharpest rise in two years

Hard disk drive (HDD) contract prices rose approximately 4% sequentially following the conclusion of fourth-quarter 2025 negotiations, marking the largest quarterly increase in nearly eight quarters. Industry supply chain sources expect the upward trend to continue as artificial intelligence development fuels sustained demand for massive data volumes.

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