US targets Iran crypto network over IRGC funds

IANS | September 18, 2026 11:14 AM

Washington, Sep 18 (IANS) The United States sanctioned an Iranian cryptocurrency exchange and its developer, alleging that the network helped transfer hundreds of millions of dollars in Bitcoin to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

AI must stay under human control: Satya Nadella

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:57 AM

Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has said AI must remain under human control and called for international norms involving governments and technology companies, with an understanding between the United States and China as an essential starting point.

India, Bhutan review bilateral ties, hail progress in development cooperation

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:44 AM

New Delhi/Thimphu, Sep 18 (IANS) India and Bhutan reviewed all aspects of bilateral cooperation as well as other regional and international issues of mutual importance during External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar's three-day official visit to the Himalayan nation from September 16-18.

AI must deliver for ordinary Indians: Ambassador Kwatra

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:37 AM

Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Kwatra, has said artificial intelligence will gain scale in India only if it delivers practical benefits to ordinary people and businesses, cautioning technology leaders against assuming that American models can simply be replicated.

India’s AI dividend must reach everyone: Microsoft CEO

IANS | September 18, 2026 10:33 AM

Seattle, Sep 18 (IANS) Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella has urged technology leaders to ensure artificial intelligence reaches farmers, businesses and communities across India, saying its promise will depend on how widely people can use it and contribute to its development.

US secures American’s release in Myanmar

IANS | September 18, 2026 7:07 AM

Washington, Sep 18 (IANS) A US delegation secured the release of detained American citizen Adam Castillo during meetings with officials in Myanmar’s capital, Naypyitaw, a State Department spokesperson said.

US sanctions Cuba’s nickel, military network

IANS | September 18, 2026 6:44 AM

Washington, Sep 18 (IANS) The United States imposed sanctions on eight Cuban entities and three military officials, targeting the island’s nickel industry and military research establishments in an action that also warned foreign businesses of potential sanctions exposure.