The social network Discord will begin offering ads to its users, the United States is tightening technological sanctions against China and Russian computers are increasing their share of the domestic market. These and other important events of the day are in the RB summary.
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The United States has tightened technological sanctions against China. Starting next week, restrictions will also apply to the supply of AI chips to laptops containing them.
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Egypt plans to become a logistics center for Russian tourists in Africa, said the head of the local Tourism Authority (RIA).
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The United States Congress has prohibited its members from using Microsoft Copilot for official purposes due to information security concerns.
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The price of a Golden Visa for Greece has increased to 800,000 euros in major cities and islands and 400,000 euros in other parts of the country. Previously it cost 500 and 250 thousand euros, and until September 2022, 250 thousand euros (RIA).
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Suez Canal Economic Zone revenue grew 53% in 2023 to $111.8 million, and net profit increased 57% to $79 million.
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In Russia, the share of domestic computer sales has doubled over the year, up to 20% (Izvestia).
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Foreign driver’s licenses will be valid in the Russian Federation for one year or until the driver obtains a residence permit or citizenship. Corresponding changes to federal law will go into effect on Monday.
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The social network Discord has announced plans to launch ads. The platform has been avoiding showing ads for a long time.
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Akhmed Sadulayev
Source: RB
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