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As a neighbour of China as well, Pakistan has cultivated good relations with Beijing, which diplomats and Trump himself have said was key in getting Iran to the negotiating table.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Both Leavitt and Hegseth, however, mentioned that the United States wants to ensure Iran does not have stockpiles of enriched uranium, the fissile material that is key in developing nuclear weapons.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Google’s researchers said a quantum computer may be on the horizon that’s powerful enough to crack a bitcoin wallet’s secret key in as few as nine minutes, potentially giving attackers access to investors’ funds.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

It is also key in fiber-optic manufacturing and defense applications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

I turn the key in the lock without fanfare, intent on making it out of the building without being sighted.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali