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Noboa wins, but Correa remains at heart of Ecuador’s political crisis

On Sunday, Ecuadorians elected their youngest-ever president, businessman Daniel Noboa, amid deep political rifts that exacerbate a growing security crisis in the small Andean nation.

Ecuadorian presidential candidate Luisa Gonzalez speaks during a presidential election night event, in Quito, Ecuador, on Aug. 20, 2023. ​

González leads, but a runoff looms in Ecuador

After an election marred by a high level of violence, including the assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavencio, Ecuadorian voters have set the stage for a runoff between left-wing candidate Luisa González and political outsider Daniel Noboa, the scion of a major banana business. With 85% of the votes tallied, González leads Noboa 33% to 24%.

Could Chinese AI give Europe an edge?
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Could Chinese AI give Europe an edge?

Could China give Europe a shortcut in the AI race?

Europe has struggled to build models that compete with American and Chinese rivals. But Chinese models that companies can download, customize, and run themselves could offer another way forward—with more control over data and security.

Soldiers patrol an area next a road prior to Sunday's presidential election, in Quito, Ecuador.
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Violence rages days before Ecuador's presidential vote

Less than a week after a presidential candidate was shot on the campaign trail in Quito, Ecuador’s capital, another politician was assassinated on Tuesday in the northern province of Esmeralda.

What We’re Watching: Andean election results, China’s vaccine effectiveness
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What We’re Watching: Andean election results, China’s vaccine effectiveness

What We’re Watching: Andean elections, AstraZeneca’s hell week, former Aussie PM is designated driver
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What We’re Watching: Andean elections, AstraZeneca’s hell week, former Aussie PM is designated driver