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Unscrupulous vendors are exploiting anxiety surrounding college applications by repackaging free AI-generated reports from Quake as premium services. These vendors charge hundreds of dollars for reports that Quake offers free of charge. Quake’s AI, which provides comprehensive college application guidance, has seen over 3 million reports generated, leading to long wait times due to high demand. The report generation utilizes a large language model with search, report generation, and recommendation capabilities, simulating college counselor insights.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions announced a public offering of 12,987,013 shares at $38.50, raising approximately $483.75 million. Closing on June 27, 2025, the proceeds will fund program scaling, new awards, acquisitions, and debt reduction, bolstering Kratos’ position in defense and national security. The offering is managed by Baird, RBC Capital Markets, Truist Securities, and Raymond James, supporting Kratos’ advanced technology development.

Baidu Health and the Chinese Association of Plastics and Aesthetics (CAPA) are partnering to improve medical aesthetics education. This collaboration aims to provide authoritative, comprehensive content, addressing misinformation and promoting a transparent industry. By leveraging their combined resources, they will offer reliable information through expert panels, AI tools, and verified resources, empowering consumers to make informed decisions and fostering a healthier medical aesthetics sector.

At the Tianjin Summer Davos, Unitree Robotics CEO Xingxing Wang highlighted the robotics industry’s potential as the “next big thing,” positioning Unitree to capitalize on this trend. He credited Hangzhou’s business environment and the company’s clear goals for its rapid growth. From a one-man operation in 2016, Unitree now employs over 1,000 people and generates over 1 billion yuan in annual revenue, holding a strong patent portfolio with over 330 patents filed.

The “Kuangbiao Brothers,” known for controversial tactics in China’s automotive market, have accused used car dealership “WanChe Yanxi She” of tax evasion, reigniting a feud from a previous dispute over a used car sale. The dealership denies the claims and demands a retraction. Last year, the brothers questioned a used NIO vehicle from the dealership due to alleged defects. An independent inspection cleared the car, and the dealership then sued the brothers for reputational damage. The matter is under investigation.

XCF Global and Continual Renewable Ventures Pty. Ltd. signed a non-binding MOU to launch New Rise Australia, a platform for SAF and HVO production. The potential agreement includes an equity stake and license fees, leveraging XCF’s technology for the Australian market. This partnership supports XCF’s international expansion, with definitive agreements expected.

An American Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Charlotte returned to its origin shortly after takeoff due to a mechanical issue involving smoke from the right engine. The Airbus A321, carrying 153 passengers and six crew members, landed safely without injuries. The aircraft is undergoing inspection, and a replacement flight has been scheduled. The incident highlights the demands of modern air travel.

Xiaomi aims for a strong YU7 SUV launch, targeting 120,000 pre-orders in 72 hours. Sales staff across approximately 300 stores are assigned individual pre-order quotas. The YU7, launching June 26th, offers three variants with single or dual-motor options, boasting impressive performance figures and advanced driver-assistance features. CEO Lei Jun downplayed price inflation rumors, highlighting its value proposition against competitors.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP successfully priced a $700 million offering of 7.375% senior notes due 2033. The notes, issued by Delek Logistics and its subsidiary, will be issued at par, closing June 30, 2025, and are intended to repay outstanding borrowings. This offering targets qualified institutional buyers and non-US persons. The deal highlights investor confidence in the midstream energy sector. Delek Logistics provides transportation, storage, and marketing services.

The popular modding site Nexus Mods (N网) has been acquired by a new owner, Chosen, marking a significant change for the platform. Founded in 2001, N网 has become a hub for game modifications. The acquisition raises concerns about the site’s future, given the new owners’ affiliations with commercial ventures and the financial pressures the site faced under its original founder.