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US revokes Iran oil waiver amid attacks on British tankers in Strait of Hormuz https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/us-revokes-iran-oil-waiver-amid-attacks-on-british-tankers-in-strait-of-hormuz/articleshow/132248394.cms

Getty Image has ended its planned $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock. The UK competition regulator required Shutterstock to sell its editorial business. Getty's board decided this condition was not in the company's best interests. The companies had unveiled the deal in January 2025 to build a visual content powerhouse. Both firms now face increasing pressure from AI image generators.

Getty Images calls off Shutterstock merger after UK regulator's divestment demand https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/getty-images-calls-off-shutterstock-merger-after-uk-regulators-divestment-demand/articleshow/132245108.cms

Economists say that the world’s fastest growing economy may even end up clocking a 7% GDP growth number this year. But, domestically a poor monsoon caused by El Nino is painting a grim picture for inflation. Is the worst really over for the Indian economy?

India's economy passed the Iran war test. Could El Nino spoil the party? https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/indias-economy-passed-the-iran-war-test-could-el-nino-spoil-the-party/articleshow/132237728.cms

Chinese officials are discussing restricting overseas access to advanced artificial intelligence models. These talks involve major technology firms like Alibaba and ByteDance. The government views cutting-edge AI as a strategic national asset amid global competition. Discussions also covered strengthening legal protections for proprietary AI technology. This move follows China's increasing global traction in the AI sector.

China weighs curbs on overseas access to their advanced AI models: Report https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/china-weighs-curbs-on-overseas-access-to-their-advanced-ai-models-report/articleshow/132238110.cms

India's semiconductor strategy draws on proven Asian models for growth. Execution, not strategy, presents the nation's primary challenge now. Developing skilled workers and strengthening local supply chains are crucial steps. The country focuses on outsourced assembly and mature process nodes. Meeting global quality standards and increasing domestic production are key goals.

The biggest hurdle in India's chip race isn't the plan—it's execution https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/the-biggest-hurdle-in-indias-chip-race-isnt-the-planits-execution/articleshow/132237211.cms

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new pilot Package Visa service for tourists. This digital initiative integrates flight and accommodation bookings with visa applications. Eligible travelers can now book their entire trip through a single, unified travel package. The service aims to simplify the visitor journey and encourage longer stays. This move supports Saudi Arabia's growing tourism sector and global accessibility.

Flights, hotels, visa in one go: 10 things to know about Saudi’s Package Visa https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/flights-hotels-visa-in-one-go-10-things-to-know-about-saudis-package-visa/articleshow/132235095.cms

The renewed interest in financial stocks helped overseas investors emerge as net buyers of Indian equities worth more than Rs 14,000 crore during the June 16-30 period, reversing net outflows of Rs 63,450 crore recorded in the first fortnight of the month, according to NSDL data.

Back with a bang! Foreign investors bet on financials, record fortnightly inflows seen in second half of June https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/back-with-a-bang-foreign-investors-bet-on-financials-record-fortnightly-inflows-seen-in-second-half-of-june/articleshow/132234472.cms