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The AI Arms Race: Governance, Decoupling, and Tech Cold Wars

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From chip wars to classrooms, AI is redefining geopolitics. With its Vikram-32 chip, India steps onto the battlefield. Who decides how AI reshapes our world? Introduction: A Different Kind of Global Contest The superpower rivalries of the past revolved around nuclear arsenals and space exploration. Today, the struggle has shifted to a new frontier—artificial intelligence. Nations are competing not just to innovate but to dictate the terms of how AI will be developed, governed, and deployed. The winner won’t just lead in technology; they’ll shape the future rules of economics, defense strategy, and even global education. Calling it an “AI arms race” is no exaggeration. It has become a real geopolitical clash. The United States, China, and Europe are scrambling for influence, while countries like India, South Korea, and the UAE push to secure their place in this new order. The result is a rapidly intensifying tech cold war, where competition over governance and economic independence is a...

Rupee at All-Time Low: What It Means for Students, Tech, and Geopolitics

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 The Indian rupee hit a record low near ₹88.33/USD. Learn how this affects students, the tech sector, and geopolitics—and what India must do next. New Ground: The Rupee Departs from the Charts. Indian rupee hit historic lows of 88.33 against the U.S dollar on September 1, 2025, before stabilising slightly in offshore trading to c.88.15.". The headline in the business section is often viewed as another story for many. This autumn, students saving for a degree abroad, tech startups purchasing crucial hardware, and policymakers managing fragile trade ties are all affected by personal circumstances. India's ability to withstand the challenges of a highly volatile global market is not limited to the rupee' fall. Why? The decline of the rupee is a matter of concern for education, technology, and geopolitics. Why Is the Rupee Falling? 1.Currencies don't fall in isolation. The rupee's weakness is a result of both global pressure and domestic problems:  2.Stronger U.S. Emer...