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AirAsia Reportedly in Preliminary Investment Talks With Vietnam’s Vietravel Airlines

Malaysia’s AirAsia is reportedly in preliminary talks to acquire a stake in Vietnam Travel & Marketing Transports JSC. Sources indicate the discussions focus on expanding AirAsia’s presence in Vietnam’s rapidly growing aviation market while navigating foreign ownership restrictions.

AirAsia Explores Strategic Investment in Vietnamese Carrier

Malaysia-based AirAsia is reportedly in early stage discussions to acquire a stake in Vietnam Travel & Marketing Transports JSC, commonly known as Vietravel Airlines, according to people familiar with the matter. Sources indicate that Tony Fernandes, the chief executive officer of Capital A Bhd., is leading the talks as the aviation group seeks to expand its footprint in Vietnam’s rapidly growing market.

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Microsoft Warns of AI-Powered Cyberattacks by Russia, China on U.S.

Foreign adversaries are weaponizing artificial intelligence to launch sophisticated cyberattacks and spread disinformation, according to Microsoft’s latest threat report. The company identified over 200 instances of AI-powered deception in July alone, representing a tenfold increase from 2023 levels. These developments signal a new era of automated digital threats facing national security.

Sharp Increase in AI-Powered Cyber Operations

Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea have dramatically escalated their use of artificial intelligence to deceive targets online and conduct cyberattacks against the United States, according to new research from Microsoft. The company’s annual digital threats report, published Thursday, indicates foreign adversaries are adopting increasingly innovative tactics to weaponize the internet for espionage and deception operations.