Tech vs finance: the social wars
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War-torn Lebanon forms its first government in over 2 years
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How War Has Wreaked Havoc on Ukraine’s Classrooms
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A Trade War Is on Hold, but Trump’s Motives and a Fix Remain Uncertain
President Trump announced potentially crippling tariffs against Canada, only to suspend them for 30 days. What will satisfy him remains unknown.The New York Times - 1d -
Big Tech Keeps Its A.I. Data Center Spending Boom Alive
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Anduril in talks to raise money at $28 billion valuation as defense-tech booms
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As the war on DEI intensifies, some companies hold the line while others work behind the scenes
Trump's hostility toward DEI has elevated the stakes for corporations already grappling with how to navigate the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion.CNBC - 2d -
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Gaming M&A dipped in 2024 but fundraising doubled | Quantum Tech Partners
Gaming mergers and acquisitions were down 3% to $11.5 billion in 2024, but fundraising doubled, Quantum Tech Partners said.VentureBeat - 3d -
Trump says he has spoken with Putin about ending Ukraine war
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Trump is reviving ‘Star Wars’ and calling it the ‘Iron Dome for America’
The Trump executive order notes that developing a missile defense system is part of a strategy of “peace through strength.”The Hill - 8h -
No. 20 Arizona avenge its only Big 12 loss with an 82-73 victory over No. 13 Texas Tech
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War-torn Lebanon forms its first government in over 2 years to end deadlock
BEIRUT — Lebanon’s new prime minister on Saturday formed the country’s first full-fledged government since 2022.NBC News - 1d -
Her Brother Disappeared in War 80 Years Ago. She Finally Got to Say Goodbye.
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Trump at the Super Bowl: how the NFL’s culture war ended in surrender
Trump’s attendance at the Super Bowl on Sunday in New Orleans stands to offer more evidence that the sporting climate has shifted from resistance to acceptance. As a 2016 presidential candidate and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Tech megacaps plan to spend more than $300 billion in 2025 as AI race intensifies
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Everywhere Patrick Mahomes goes, so does Texas Tech as university broadens reach with help from NFL star
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Tech titan's murder rocked Silicon Valley. For his loved ones, it was personal.
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The Papers: 'Trump wants UK tax cuts for tech giants' and 'hands off our ISAs'
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Ukraine war briefing: North Korean troops back on frontline in Kursk, says Zelenskyy
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Musk brings tech playbook to Washington
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Investors can find opportunity in a trade war, advisor says
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Trump vs the media: US president wages war on the fourth estate
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Bank of England Cuts Rates While Warning of Inflation and Trade War Risks
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One Tech Tip: How to block your phone from tracking your location
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