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US TikTok ban is good for the West, but what about Meta and X?
So, while this bill undoubtedly leaves something to be wanted, it’s too early to judge it a failure. If it forces ByteDance to divest, everybody in the West is better insulated from security threats real and partially imagined by Congress.The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
European flying car technology sold to China
The Slovakian AirCar, built with a BMW engine and run on normal fuel, will now be made in China.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Small Businesses Worry About Losing a Vital Marketing Channel If TikTok is Banned
Big Brands are less reliant on the app than small entrepreneurs, whose videos have helped many boom.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
India’s TikTok Ban: What Lessons Does It Hold for the U.S.
The United States is agonizing over the possibility of a ban, but India did it at a stroke. Indians adjusted quickly, and Instagram and YouTube built big audiences.The New York Times - Business - Tiktok -
Some ancient Greek wisdom on why America shouldn’t ban TikTok
Democratic virtue is believed to be a stronger and more reliable force than authoritarian discipline; genuine consent from the people more powerful than any authoritarian coercion.The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
China says it has filed a complaint at the World Trade Organization over US subsidies for electric vehicles
China says it has filed a complaint at the World Trade Organization over US subsidies for electric vehiclesABC News - World - China -
Lufthansa's Stake Acquisition in ITA Airways Could Stifle Competition, EU Says
The European Union said Deutsche Lufthansa’s acquisition of a minority stake in ITA Airways, the Italian carrier formerly known as Alitalia, could hinder competition for certain routes in and out of Italy.The Wall Street Journal - World - European Union -
Lufthansa's Stake Acquisition in ITA Airways Could Stifle Competition, EU Says
The EU said Deutsche Lufthansa’s acquisition of a minority stake in ITA Airways could hinder competition for certain routes in and out of Italy.The Wall Street Journal - Business - European Union -
Disposable bans will not work, says vape boss
British American Tobacco boss says bans overseas are not "effective" and the illegal market is large.BBC News - Top stories -
Thief sold stolen gems to at least 45 buyers on eBay, British Museum says
The museum launches proceedings against a former member of staff who they believe stole items.BBC News - Top stories -
China Critic's Exit From Congress Threatens Anti-Beijing Momentum
Mike Gallagher, who championed the bill that could lead to a TikTok ban, made companies tremble over their links to China.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
‘Cherry on the Cake’: How China Views the U.S. Crackdown on TikTok
Dan Wang, an expert on China’s technology sector, says Beijing would see a forced sale or ban of the social media platform as a propaganda coup.The New York Times - Business - China -
TikTok makes $2.1 million TV ad buy as Senate reviews bill that could ban app
TikTok opened a new front in its lobbying campaign against a bill that could effectively ban the app in the United States.CNBC - Business - Tiktok -
TikTok bans account of Australian influencer who promoted nicotine pouches in viral videos
Bodybuilder Stefan Kohut’s account shut after Guardian Australia report, but others continue to showcase the controversial products. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastTikTok has banned the account of an ...The Guardian - World - Tiktok -
UK farmers in tractors head to Parliament to protest rules they say threaten livelihoods
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Lawsuit says Ohio's gender-affirming care ban violates the state constitution
Two families of transgender minors have filed a constitutional challenge to an Ohio law that severely limits gender-affirming healthcare for youth under 18ABC News - Health -
Blizzards, tornadoes possible as powerful storm threatens central US
A blizzard is set to bury much of the plains and upper Midwest in as much as a foot of snow between Sunday and Monday as an unseasonable weather system tracks east across the country. Meanwhile, heavy thunderstorms could bring tornadoes to the ...The Hill - Politics -
Why the ban on using EU funds for arms could become more flexible
Also in this newsletter: Finland’s PM on the threat from Russian migrationFinancial Times - World -
19th Century law fires up anti-abortion push
A federal abortion ban won’t pass Congress. But activists hope a 19th Century law could be enforced to halt the procedure.BBC News - Top stories - Abortion -
The Papers: MPs say China is a 'threat' and the 'Kate effect'
Tuesday's papers react to the threat the government says China is posing to national security.BBC News - Top stories - China -
UK approach to China is 'robust', Sunak says
It comes after some MPs criticised the response to cyber-attacks blamed on Beijing-linked hackers.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Israel-Gaza war live: Netanyahu hits back at war cabinet minister who criticised cancellation of US visit
Israeli prime minister’s political rival said Netanyahu should have travelled to the US after visit is cancelled following UN vote to pass ceasefire resolution. Unrwa’s planning director has said “more people will die” in the north of the Gaza ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Amid book bans, DEI cuts and 'Don't Say Gay' laws, 7 states will mandate LGBTQ-inclusive curricula
Washington will now mandate that the state’s public schools teach LGBTQ history, as red and blue states continue to diverge on whether schools should expose kids to gay and trans identities.NBC News - Politics -
Surge of new US-led oil and gas activity threatens to wreck Paris climate goals
World’s fossil-fuel producers on track to nearly quadruple output from newly approved projects by decade’s end, report finds. The world’s fossil-fuel producers are on track to nearly quadruple the amount of extracted oil and gas from newly ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
US and Japan seek UN resolution calling on all nations to ban nuclear weapons in outer space
The United States and Japan are sponsoring a U.N. Security Council resolution calling on nations not to deploy or develop nuclear weapons in spaceABC News - Tech - Japan -
Using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care banned by GOP-led Idaho Legislature
Lawmakers in Idaho have passed a bill to ban the use of any public funds for gender-affirming care, including for state employees using work health insurance and for adults covered by MedicaidABC News - Health -
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Use AI to See, Hear and Speak. What Are They Like?
What happens when a columnist and a reporter use A.I. glasses to scan groceries, monuments and zoo animals? Hilarity, wonder and lots of mistakes ensued.The New York Times - Tech -
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Use AI to See, Hear and Speak. What Are They Like?
What happens when a columnist and a reporter use A.I. glasses to scan groceries, monuments and zoo animals? Hilarity, wonder and lots of mistakes ensued.The New York Times - Business -
Chris Paul says 'TikToker' referee Tony Brothers has too much power and that's why Warriors star was ejected
Paul was tossed from the Warriors' loss to the Pacers on FridayCBS Sports - Sports - NBA -
Apple to launch Vision Pro in China this year, Tim Cook says
Apple will launch its Vision Pro headset in China this year, CEO Tim Cook told Chinese state media.CNBC - Business - China -
UK accuses groups linked to China of two 'malicious cyber campaigns'
Deputy PM Oliver Dowden announces sanctions against Chinese state-affiliated organisations after hacking attacks.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
China's Battery Champion Says Geopolitical Tensions Won't Derail U.S. Expansion
The chairman of China’s battery-making champion said it is in talks with Tesla and other automakers to license its technology in the U.S., as the company sets its sights on expanding in the U.S. market.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
China's Battery Champion Says Geopolitical Tensions Won't Derail U.S. Expansion
The chairman of China’s battery-making champion said it is in talks with Tesla and other automakers to license its technology in the U.S., as the company sets its sights on expanding in the U.S. market.The Wall Street Journal - Business - China -
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 -
China's economy is on track for 'strong' March performance, survey says
China's economy is ending the first quarter on a "strong" note, according to a business survey published by the China Beige Book on Thursday.CNBC - Business - China -
US-China Decoupling Poses Supply Chain Risks for Drug Companies
A proposed bill in Congress targets Chinese biotech businesses that play an important role in developing drugs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China blocks use of Intel and AMD chips in government computers
Microsoft’s Windows and foreign database programs also sidelined as Beijing favours Chinese hardware and softwareFinancial Times - World - China -
China and Russia challenge US claim to mineral-rich stretches of seabed
Critics say Biden administration risks losing race to mine resources in international watersFinancial Times - World - China -
US sanctions China-based hackers for allegedly targeting critical infrastructure
The United States has sanctioned China-based hackers for allegedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, the Treasury Department announced Monday.ABC News - Top stories -
FirstFT: Larry Fink warns of looming ‘retirement crisis’
Also in today’s newsletter, latest on Baltimore bridge collapse, and Donald Trump’s inner circleFinancial Times - World