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Stellantis' Chinese joint venture with Dongfeng has announced a partnership with autonomous driving firm Momenta to co-develop intelligent driving technology. The deal, reported by Reuters, deepens the automaker's push into advanced driver assistance in the world's largest car market, where smart driving features are increasingly central to competing with local electric vehicle brands.

A new survey reported in the Netherlands finds that 8 in 10 people aged 16 to 34 say smartphone use harms their everyday life. The figure highlights growing concern among young adults about the impact of their own phone habits on wellbeing, focus and daily routines, adding to wider public debate about screen time and digital balance.

Donald Trump said he and Elon Musk sat down with Chinese President Xi Jinping 'the other day,' claiming Xi would take every US data center America does not want because China is smart and wants them all. Musk, in the quote, agreed. There is no independent confirmation such a meeting took place, and the remarks circulated widely among users questioning their authenticity and the data-center policy angle.

Hulu is developing a television series adapted from a lesser-known piece of intellectual property, according to a report from Pajiba. The outlet frames the move as a smart strategy, suggesting the streamer sees untapped potential in obscure material at a time when studios are mining existing IP for new shows. No cast, showrunner, or source material details were given.

Dietitians are offering guidance on what to eat when hunger strikes before bed, recommending healthy late-night snack options that satisfy cravings without disrupting sleep. The advice targets people who worry that eating at night is inherently unhealthy, suggesting smart choices can curb hunger while supporting rest.

Apple's reported decision to skip a so-called iPhone 18 release this year has sparked debate about whether the iPhone 17 remains a smart purchase. Shoppers weighing an upgrade are asking whether the current lineup is still competitive or whether waiting for future models makes more sense given the unusual naming gap.

The University of Michigan School of Kinesiology has published a review raising doubts about how accurately smartwatches measure health and fitness metrics. The findings challenge the reliability of consumer wearables for tracking activity, heart rate and related data, adding to ongoing debate about whether the devices deliver on their health claims.

Finnish health-tech firm Oura, maker of the Oura Ring smart wearable, has withdrawn its planned stock market listing that would have valued the company at around $15 billion, just days after the float was announced. No detailed explanation has been given, leaving investors and analysts to speculate about the abrupt reversal.

Advanced Micro Devices has announced an $8.2 billion all-stock acquisition of AI startup World Labs, a major exit for venture backers. In the same report, smart-ring maker Oura said it is postponing its planned initial public offering, citing market uncertainty. The two moves are being read as a sign of how differently startups are choosing to exit in the current climate, with acquisitions still active while public listings stall.

The Smarter Web Company is pursuing an IPO on the London Stock Exchange Main Market through a new class of preferred shares under the ticker "MORE". The move gives the company access to London's senior listing venue and its larger institutional investor base. Market watchers are following the listing as part of renewed activity in new Main Market offerings.

A proposal called the SMARTER Act is being put forward as a route to reform the US immigration system around skills rather than other criteria. Backers frame it as a path forward for skills-based immigration, arguing the current system fails to prioritise talent and economic need. Details of its provisions and prospects in Congress remain limited.