Topic: national security concerns
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Fox Corp. Eyes Stake in TikTok
Fox Corporation, led by Lachlan Murdoch, is negotiating to buy a stake in TikTok's U.S. entity to comply with American regulations, with President Trump confirming involvement from other tech leaders like Larry Ellison and Michael Dell. The deal is required by a 2025 law mandating that ByteDance'...
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Trump's Intel Bet: Will His Chip Gamble Pay Off?
The US government is considering an equity investment in Intel using CHIPS Act funds to boost domestic semiconductor production and reduce reliance on foreign chipmakers. Negotiations involve the government potentially acquiring up to 10% equity in Intel in exchange for grants, providing capital ...
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Trump's 15% China Chip Tax Deal Shakes US Firms
The Trump administration's 15% revenue-sharing deal with US chipmakers like Nvidia and AMD for Chinese sales has sparked debate over national security and economic strategy, raising concerns about its impact on tech leadership and geopolitical tensions. Critics argue the policy undermines export ...
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US Weighs Ban on Chinese AI Firm DeepSeek Over Security Concerns
Reports have emerged suggesting the Trump administration is contemplating restrictions, potentially including a full ban, on the Chinese AI company DeepSeek. This move, if pursued, would add another layer to the ongoing technological tensions between the US and China ...
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TP-Link Faces Criminal Antitrust Probe Over Low Router Prices
The US Department of Justice is investigating TP-Link for potential predatory pricing practices, specifically examining whether the company sold routers below cost to dominate the American market. The investigation extends beyond pricing, exploring concerns that TP-Link’s growing market share and...
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Oracle, Blackstone, a16z Among Potential TikTok Buyers Under Trump
A consortium including Oracle, Blackstone, and Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is exploring the acquisition of TikTok from ByteDance amid U.S. national security concerns. President Trump hinted at progress in the deal, with Oracle’s existing partnership with TikTok and the consortium’s combined expert...
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Anthropic CEO Confirms Plans to Seek Gulf State Investments
Anthropic is in discussions with UAE and Qatar for potential funding, despite ethical concerns about accepting capital from governments with questionable human rights records. The company aims to secure resources for AI development while prioritizing U.S. leadership, balancing commercial opportun...
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How DOGE and 'Big Balls' Coristine Breached a Federal Payroll System
A startling breach of federal payroll systems unfolded earlier this year when two operatives linked to Elon Musk’s controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gained sweeping access to sensitive government networks. Among them was Edward Coristine, a 19-year-old known online as "...
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