Vinh Nguyen
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DeepSeek’s FlashMLA: Nvidia’s Game-Changer in AI Performance
In a stunning turn of events, Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has launched multiple game-changing open-source technologies, including DeepSeek Regular Version, R1, and FlashMLA, that threaten to upend Nvidia’s stranglehold on AI compute. While FlashMLA itself did not dent Nvidia’s stock, the earlier releases of DeepSeek Regular and R1 triggered a massive market reaction, wiping out Continue reading
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Navigating the Future: U.S. Response to Titanium Supply Challenges
Over the past year, China has placed several critical materials under export restrictions, particularly those with dual-use applications—metals essential for both civilian and military industries. This began with gallium, germanium, and antimony, followed by tungsten. Now, there is growing concern that titanium may be next. Titanium is an indispensable material in aerospace, defense, and—crucially—the robotics Continue reading
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Why Pluto Should Be Reclassified as a Planet
For over seven decades, Pluto held its rightful place as the ninth planet of our Solar System. That was until 2006, when the International Astronomical Union (IAU) controversially reclassified it as a “dwarf planet.” But was this demotion justified? Many scientists, astronomers, and space enthusiasts argue that Pluto should still be considered a planet. Here’s Continue reading
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China’s Goldilocks Zone: Geopolitical Advantages Explored
In the grand chessboard of global geopolitics, China has found itself in a Goldilocks Zone—a position where it is neither too exposed nor too passive, where external events unfold in ways that benefit its long-term strategic goals. Unlike the U.S., which is overstretched by conflicts and financial burdens, or Russia, which is locked in a Continue reading
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America’s Strategic Reset: Preparing for China’s Rise
In recent years, debates about NATO’s relevance and the future of U.S. global strategy have intensified. Many pundits see Trump’s recent moves—such as sidelining European voices from Ukraine negotiations with Russia—as reckless or isolationist. But what if these actions are part of a bold, long-term strategy? What if the U.S. is stepping back to rebuild Continue reading
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Reexamining Market Trends: A Fresh Look at China’s Economic Transformation
I recently watched an intriguing YouTube video that provided a deep dive into some of the most surprising market developments of the past few months—and I just had to share it with you. The video not only challenges conventional narratives about economic downturns but also highlights a transformative moment in China’s economic landscape. What Caught Continue reading
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Blob Universe Theory: A New Perspective on Cosmology
Introduction For decades, cosmologists have wrestled with the fate of the universe—proposing models like the Big Crunch, Heat Death, or infinite expansion. But what if these conventional theories miss a critical aspect of cosmic evolution? Imagine a universe that isn’t simply expanding or contracting but is, instead, a continuously evolving structure—much like a fluid, ever-morphing Continue reading
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