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Brussels blasts Big Tech
Also in this newsletter: UN Security Council calls for ceasefire in Gaza, UK accuses China of cyber attacks, neurodiversity in the workplaceFinancial Times - World -
In the Markets, a Tug of War Between Big Tech and the Fed
On Wall Street, excitement about A.I. outweighs concern about interest rates. But rocketing stocks could make it tough for the Federal Reserve to cut rates.The New York Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
Big Tech's Latest Obsession Is Finding Enough Energy
The AI boom is fueling an insatiable appetite for electricity, which is creating risks to the grid and the transition to cleaner energy sources.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Google, Apple Breakups on the Agenda as Global Regulators Target Tech
Lawsuits, fines and scrutiny for social media giants and tech leaders show strongest government response so far.Inc. - Business - Google -
The EU Targets Apple, Meta, and Alphabet for Investigations Under New Tech Law
The probes are the first to take place under Europe’s landmark Digital Markets Act—and add to Apple’s mounting antitrust woes.Wired - Tech - European Union -
Biden Targets Private Jets in Hunt for Tax Revenue
The White House’s new focus on corporate aviation is drawing backlash from an industry that says it supports manufacturing.The New York Times - Business - Joe Biden -
‘Good experience’: Bellingham backed to learn after being targeted by Brazil
Midfielder fouled five times during Wembley friendly defeatWalker, Maguire and Johnstone leave England camp with injuryGareth Southgate believes that Jude Bellingham will grow as an England player after coming through the physical and mental ...The Guardian - World -
New Zealand joins the US and the UK in alleging it was targeted by China-backed cyberespionage
New Zealand says hackers linked to the Chinese government targeted its Parliament in 2021ABC News - Tech - United Kingdom -
Trump scores two financial victories with appeals-bond ruling and Wall Street stock listing
A bond decision lifts immediate financial pressure off the former president while a Nasdaq listing windfall moves closer to fruition — but trouble still looms as a first criminal-trial date is set.MarketWatch - Business - Donald Trump -
India must avoid the mistakes of China and Big Tech to keep attracting investors
Recognizing its financial and political clout and adapting accordingly is the key to India’s continued growth.MarketWatch - Business - China -
BBC develops AI plans and talks to Big Tech over archives access
UK broadcaster seeks to build artificial intelligence models and negotiates with companies on content dealFinancial Times - Business -
Databricks launches DBRX, challenging Big Tech in the open source AI race
Databricks launches DBRX, a powerful open source AI model that outperforms rivals, challenges big tech, and sets a new standard for enterprise AI efficiency and performance.VentureBeat - Tech -
The Lone Volcano in California’s Central Valley
Often called “the world’s smallest mountain range,” the Sutter Buttes are an unlikely and beloved landmark in one of the flattest parts of the state.The New York Times - Top stories - California -
Big addition: South Carolina gets Cardoso back following fight
The South Carolina women are back at full strength, no one should be sleeping on JMU (especially Duke) and the players and games to watch in both tourneys today.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Biden with big advantage over Trump in campaign fundraising
Heading into March, President Biden's campaign had a record $71 million on hand, more than double the $33 million in former President Donald Trump's campaign account. Trump, meanwhile, has been forced to spend nearly $9 million on legal bills so ...CBS News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Big week for tech IPOs Reddit, Astera boosts Morgan Stanley after extended lull
Morgan Stanley captured the coveted lead left spot on IPOs for Reddit and Astera Labs this week.CNBC - Business -
Big Tech just lost a round in its fight to profit from our private data
The Biden administration is taking steps to protect Americans’ sensitive personal information and government-related data.MarketWatch - Business -
Google to IBM: How big tech giants are embracing Nvidia’s new hardware and software services
Nvidia shared how it is evolving its work with several industry giants by taking its newly announced AI computing infrastructure, software and services to their tech stack.VentureBeat - Tech - Google -
Big tech companies could drive the S&P 500 to 6,000 this year or crash it to 4,500, says Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs lays out a scenario for the S&P 500 to hit 6,000 by the end of the year thanks to Big Tech.MarketWatch - Business -
Cramer says Washington's antitrust fights against Big Tech don't hold weight
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday told investors he disagrees with the government's antitrust lawsuits against mega cap tech companies.CNBC - Business -
Biden rolls back Trump expansion of short-term 'junk' insurance plans
The Biden administration is cracking down on insubstantial health insurance plans that don't have to meet ObamaCare’s consumer protection requirements. A final rule issued Thursday would roll back a Trump-era policy that drastically expanded what ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Court strikes down Biden rule requiring states and cities to set climate targets for transportation
A federal court struck down a Biden administration rule Wednesday night requiring states and cities to set climate targets for transportation. Judge James Hendrix, a former President Trump appointee, agreed with the Republican-led states that sued ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden's big play for Puerto Rican voters: From the Politics Desk
Biden's campaign is appealing to Puerto Rican voters in swing states like Pennsylvania as Harris visits the island for the first time as vice president.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
BBC to explore reform of licence fee
Tim Davie says it is right to ask questions about the fee but it should be explored "with caution."BBC News - Top stories -
Weary of rebuilding, residents of German valley feel flat post floods
Yahoo News - World - Germany -
Wait, When Did the Schlubs of Silicon Valley Learn to Dress?
Tech moguls trade hoodies for conventional style amid fresh scrutiny of the industry; dressing down “is so played out.”The Wall Street Journal - World -
Stardew Valley’s 1.6 Update Is Out—Here’s Some of the Biggest Changes (2024)
The popular farming game’s major update includes a new farm type, new events, and a massive multiplayer option.Wired - Tech -
How Silicon Valley’s ‘Oppenheimer’ found lucrative trade in AI weapons
Anduril Industries’ Palmer Luckey is leading the start-ups infiltrating the US government’s war machineFinancial Times - Business -
Tim Davie calls for BBC licence fee reform
Director-general says ‘fundamental questions’ need to be asked as corporation battles flagging demandFinancial Times - World -
Renter reforms watered down after Tory concerns
Ministers propose changes after some MPs said they wanted more protections for landlords.BBC News - Top stories -
Trump's next big fundraiser going to outraise Biden's Obama event, his allies claim
Trump and the Republican Party's joint fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida, next week is expected to raise at least $33 million, sources familiar with the event saidABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Why Brussels’ reform tsar wants a mindset change in EU capitals
Also in this newsletter: the capital gulf between green goals and realityFinancial Times - World - European Union -
IMF head says China at ‘fork in the road’ on reforms to boost demand
Kristalina Georgieva’s remarks at Beijing conference come as China export glut tensions riseFinancial Times - Business - China -
Montana’s high court strikes down voting reform laws
The Montana Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled a series of voting reform laws passed by the state Legislature in 2021 violate the fundamental right to vote. The ruling, issued Wednesday, reaffirms a 2022 lower court ruling that found four ...The Hill - Politics -
Reforming the draft to The Larry David Rule: NFL changes we’d like to see
The league is transforming kickoffs. But there are other tweaks to football that could improve the sport for players and fans. The NFL will look radically different next season. The league’s owners voted on Tuesday to approve a new kickoff rule ...The Guardian - World - NFL -
Palestinian Authority, under international pressure to reform, announces new Cabinet
Palestinian Authority, under international pressure to reform, announces new CabinetABC News - World -
Palestinian Authority announces a new Cabinet as it faces calls for reform
The Palestinian Authority has announced the formation of a new Cabinet as it faces international pressure to reformABC News - World -
The EU’s giant experiment in tech micromanagement
New Digital Markets Act will be a test case for how far regulators can dictate design of products and servicesFinancial Times - Business -
Virginia Tech Shootings Fast Facts
Read Fast Facts from CNN about the shootings at Virginia Tech in April 2007, one of the deadliest mass shootings in US history.CNN - Top stories -
Sources: Louisville targets Charleston's Kelsey
Pat Kelsey, who has guided Charleston to back-to-back NCAA tournament appearances, is being targeted by Louisville for its coaching vacancy, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports