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Global News Roundup: From Sports Triumphs to Tech Tensions

Malaysia's football resurgence and tech giants under scrutiny mark a week of significant events across the globe.

  • Malaysia's football team, Harimau Malaya, has shown significant improvement, recently drawing 3-3 with South Korea in the Asian Cup.
  • Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat advocates for a digital economy agreement between the EU and ASEAN, highlighting Singapore as a potential gateway.
  • IAG reports a personal data leak affecting Air Europa's customers, raising concerns about data security.
  • Microsoft acquires AI startup Inflection for $650 million, incorporating its staff into their operations.
  • The Life Insurance Association of Singapore releases a guidebook to clarify insurance processes for consumers.
  • Apple and Google are set to undergo investigations under a new EU digital law, potentially facing significant fines.
  • A proposed UN resolution calls for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, contingent on the release of hostages.
  • Apple CEO Tim Cook inaugurates a new store in Shanghai, attracting a large crowd and overnight queues.
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