Perplexity AI revises Tiktok merger proposal that could give the U.S. government a 50% stake

TikTok considering total shutdown in U.S. on Sunday if ban moves forward

TikTok is preparing to potentially make the app unavailable to its 170 million American users on Sunday.

NBC News - Jan. 15

TikTok Says U.S. Employees Will Have Jobs Even if the App Is Banned

The company is awaiting a decision over the constitutionality of a new law that aims to force a sale of the app to a non-Chinese owner under the threat of a ban.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

TikTok Prepares for U.S. Shutdown From Sunday

Unless the nation’s highest court grants a reprieve, the popular social video platform will wind down on Jan. 19.

Inc. - Jan. 15

That Sports News Story You Clicked on Could Be AI Slop

A new report, shared exclusively with WIRED, shows how an AI content mill with hundreds of sites managed to pull big-name advertisers into their schemes.

Wired - Jan. 15

These Chinese apps have surged in popularity in the U.S. A TikTok ban could stop them in their tracks

A law that could see TikTok shut down in the U.S. threatens to ensnare other Chinese social media apps gaining traction in the country, legal experts say.

CNBC - Jan. 15

TikTok ban: Here’s what to expect if the app is banned in the U.S. on Sunday

The U.S. Supreme Court is viewed as open to upholding a national-security law that will shut down the video-sharing app nationwide on Sunday if it continues to be controlled by its Chinese parent ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 14

What are the challenges facing the government's AI action plan?

Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled proposals which he says will make the UK 'one of the great AI superpowers'.

BBC News - Jan. 13

U.S. tightens its grip on AI chip flows across the globe

The U.S. government said on Monday it would further restrict artificial intelligence chip and technology exports, divvying up the world to keep advanced computing power in the U.S. and among its ...

NBC News - Jan. 13

Biden administration proposes new restrictions on AI chip exports

The proposal is raising concerns with the chip industry, with artificial intelligence leader Nvidia calling it "misguided."

CBS News - Jan. 13

TikTok ban could create a valuable prize: users’ brain space

For Mark Zuckerberg the biggest coup would be to buy the video app outright

Financial Times - Jan. 13

U.S. Targets China With New AI Curbs, Overriding Nvidia's Objections

The U.S. is imposing some of its strongest measures yet to limit Chinese advances in AI, aiming to block backdoors in other countries that Beijing could use to access technology.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 13

Supreme Court Seems Poised to Uphold Law That Could Ban TikTok

The justices are expected to rule quickly in the case, which pits national security concerns about China against the First Amendment’s protection of free speech.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Supreme Court seems likely to uphold law that could ban TikTok in US

The Supreme Court appears inclined to uphold a law that would ban the video-sharing app TikTok in the U.S. after Jan. 19 unless its China-owned parent company divests.

ABC News - Jan. 10

Supreme Court leans toward upholding law that could ban TikTok

The fate of a law that would likely ban social media platform TikTok in the United States goes before the Supreme Court as the justices consider whether to block it.

NBC News - Jan. 10

U.S. Buyers Group to Bid for TikTok Assets as Supreme Court Decision Nears

Billionaire Frank McCourt’s Project Liberty and several partners offered few details on their plan to buy the U.S. assets of the platform, announced the day before the high court will decide its fate.

Inc. - Jan. 10

Supreme Court to hear arguments on the fate of TikTok in the U.S.

The Supreme Court on Friday will hear arguments that could determine the fate of TikTok. More than 170 million Americans use the social media platform. A law passed by Congress is set to take ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban

Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.

CBS News - Jan. 9

U.S. Steel Faces Stark Choices as Nippon Steel Merger Founders

The onetime dynamo is fighting to revive a takeover by Nippon Steel. Other tie-ups could also face obstacles, and going it alone could force cutbacks.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

A Nvidia AI Supercomputer Could Be Yours for Just $3,000

The machine, set to come out in May, is called Project Digits. It packs a petaflop of computing power.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Japanese steelmaker vows not to give up on buying U.S. Steel

Japan’s largest steelmaker said that it would not give up trying to purchase U.S. Steel even after President Joe Biden blocked the $15 billion bid last week.

NBC News - Jan. 7

British AI startup with government ties is developing tech for military drones

Exclusive: Concerns raised over role of Faculty AI, which has worked with NHS and government safety body. A company that has worked closely with the UK government on artificial intelligence safety, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

U.S. to Ease Aid Restrictions for Syria in Limited Show of Support for New Government

The move reflects Washington’s wariness about the U.S.-designated terror organization that leads the country.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6

U.S. Steel and Nippon Sue Biden Over Blocked Merger

The companies argue in a lawsuit that the process of reviewing the transaction was corrupted by politics.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

U.S. Steel, Nippon Sue Biden Administration Over Merger Block Decision

The steel makers want a federal court to junk the President’s call to scrap the $14.9 billion merger, saying the national security concerns cited are groundless.

Inc. - Jan. 6

U.S. Steel, Nippon file lawsuits over Biden's block of merger

U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel filed lawsuits Monday over President Joe Biden's blockage of the Japanese company's proposed takeover of its Pittsburgh-based rival for nearly $15 billion. CBS News ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel file multiple lawsuits after Biden blocks planned merger

Steel companies are suing the government and a rival over their botched deal.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Stiga's goal in OT gives U.S. world juniors title

The Americans avenged a 4-3 overtime loss to Finland in group play, overcoming a two-goal deficit in the second period to win their second straight junior worlds title and seventh overall.

ESPN - Jan. 6

How AI regulation could shake out in 2025

This year will be a year of change for the U.S. political landscape — and that comes with big implications for the direction of travel for global AI regulation.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Why context-aware AI agents will give us superpowers in 2025

In 2025, augmented mentality will emerge from the convergence of AI agents, conversational computing and augmented reality.

VentureBeat - Jan. 5

From Trump tariffs to AI: the big economic questions facing governments in 2025

The main issues confronting policymakers around the world seem particularly portentous this new year. January is always a time for new beginnings and fresh thinking. But with Donald Trump heading ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

U.S. Government to Award $306 Million for Bird Flu Monitoring

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed 61 human bird flu cases in the U.S. since April.

Inc. - Jan. 3

TikTok and Government Clash in Last Round of Supreme Court Briefs

The briefs, filed a week before oral arguments, offered sharply differing accounts of China’s influence over the site and the role of the First Amendment.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

U.S. Steel faces murky future after proposed Nippon Steel takeover

The Biden administration blocked the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel. Here's what that could mean for the once iconic American company.

CBS News - Jan. 3

I started singing in a rock band in my 50s – and learned it could boost my brain health | Virginia Muzik

A concussion inspired me to challenge the invisibility of middle age, find my voice and discover how music might ward off dementia. When I saw the email from my neighbour asking whether I’d like to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Pulisic return gives U.S. big presence in Super Cup

United States attacker Christian Pulisic appears to be healthy again following injuries to his calf and ankle and could return for AC Milan against Juventus in the Italian Super Cup semifinals on ...

ESPN - Jan. 3

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