In today’s technology news roundup, we cover major developments shaping the global tech and business landscape.

Alipay+ may soon become part of India’s digital payment ecosystem, as discussions between the Indian government, RBI, and Ant International explore linking Alipay+ with UPI for cross-border transactions. If approved, this could simplify payments for Indian travellers abroad and mark a significant shift after the 2020 ban on Chinese apps.

Elon Musk has denied allegations linked to newly released Epstein files, stating that he never visited Epstein’s island or travelled on the Lolita Express. Musk acknowledged limited email communication but said all travel plans were cancelled and accused the media of misrepresentation.

Ford and Xiaomi have both dismissed reports claiming they explored a joint EV manufacturing partnership in the US. The denial comes amid political scrutiny in Washington and ongoing concerns about Chinese automakers entering the American market.

Meanwhile, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised TSMC during his visit to Taiwan, highlighting the chipmaker’s critical role in meeting surging AI demand. Huang warned of memory chip shortages and said TSMC may need to more than double capacity over the next decade to keep pace with AI growth.

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