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AI & Tech

Google’s AI Headlines Are Replacing News Editors

Google has made its AI-generated news headlines in the Discover feed a permanent feature, despite ongoing issues with factual accuracy…

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BigTech Companies

US Reportedly Pressured Taiwan to Invest $250B in US Chip Production

The U.S. and Taiwan have reached a trade agreement that lowers U.S. tariffs on Taiwanese goods in exchange for a…

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Artificial Intelligence

Trump personally moves to block state AI laws after Congress inaction

President Trump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to challenge state AI laws, aiming to prevent a conflicting regulatory…

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AI & Tech

Trump’s AI Order: ‘One Rulebook’ or Startup Limbo?

A new executive order aims to establish a single national AI regulatory framework by challenging state laws, but critics warn…

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Business

Chip Startup xLight: When Uncle Sam Is a Major Shareholder

The U.S. government plans a $150 million equity investment in semiconductor startup xLight, marking a significant expansion of its strategy…

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BigTech Companies

Tech Firms: Save Receipts for Potential Tariff Refunds

Technology companies should maintain detailed import expense records due to potential future semiconductor tariff refunds, as proposed tariffs create uncertainty…

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BigTech Companies

Trump Admin Pushes States to Exempt ISPs From Net Neutrality Rules

The federal administration is withholding BEAD program funds from states that enforce net neutrality or broadband price regulations, requiring providers…

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Business

Natcast Announces Major Staff Layoffs

Natcast, the non-profit managing the National Semiconductor Technology Center, is laying off most staff and closing after the Commerce Department…

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BigTech Companies

Starlink’s Bid for Billions in Grants Meets State Resistance

SpaceX faces state resistance in securing broadband subsidies, as governments prioritize fiber-optic networks over satellite services despite federal rule changes…

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Artificial Intelligence

Biden’s Bold Move to Halt China’s AI Ambitions

The Biden administration has launched a strategic effort to limit China's AI advancements, focusing on restricting access to cutting-edge semiconductor…

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Artificial Intelligence

Trump’s Nvidia H20 Export Shift Could Escalate Trade War

The Trump administration's decision to allow Nvidia H20 chip exports to China has raised national security concerns, with experts warning…

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Artificial Intelligence

Trump to Reverse Biden’s AI Chip Export Restrictions

The Trump administration plans to roll back recent export controls on advanced AI chips, aiming to replace complex regulations with…

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Artificial Intelligence

Anthropic Proposes Changes to US AI Chip Export Rules

Anthropic supports the U.S. AI chip export controls for national security but suggests refinements, such as tighter oversight for Tier…

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Artificial Intelligence

Trump Advocates for Coal to Power the Future of AI

On the eve of significant tech leaders addressing Congress about the urgent need for more energy to support the burgeoning…

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