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Tesla's long-awaited Autopilot update in China has disappointed owners with its limited functionality and high price, falling short of competitor offerings and Elon Musk's promises. The update lacks advanced features due to insufficient data training and regulatory restrictions, leaving Tesla behind in the race for autonomous driving in China.

Asian markets tumbled on Tuesday, February 24, 2025, as concerns over escalating US-China trade tensions weighed heavily on investor sentiment. The downturn mirrored the negative sentiment on Wall Street, where major indices closed lower on Monday, further amplifying anxieties about the global economic outlook.

The Japanese government's decision to incorporate the Science Council of Japan (SCJ) has sparked concerns about academic freedom, despite efforts to strengthen state oversight. The legislation, if passed, would transform the SCJ into a special corporation by October 2026, removing the Prime Minister's role in selecting new members but introducing measures such as an auditor post and an evaluation committee to increase government o...

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba urged caution during peace negotiations on the conflict in Ukraine, warning against sending the message that the status quo can be changed by force. He emphasized the need for G-7 unity to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, while condemning Russia's military cooperation with North Korea.

Seven & i Holdings Co. is preparing for the retirement of its current president, Ryuichi Isaka, with outside director Stephen Hayes Dacus expected to take over the position, marking the first time a non-Japanese individual will lead the country's Seven-Eleven convenience store operator. This leadership change comes amidst a 7 trillion yen ($46.5 billion) acquisition offer from Canadian convenience store giant Alimentation Couche-Tard ...