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Baidu Moves to Unlock AI Chip Value With Planned Hong Kong IPO of Kunlunxin
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Baidu Moves to Unlock AI Chip Value With Planned Hong Kong IPO of Kunlunxin

The spin-off reflects China’s accelerating push for semiconductor self-reliance as domestic AI chipmakers scale up amid U.S. restrictions

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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January 2, 2026
U.S. Uncovers $160 Million Nvidia GPU Smuggling Ring Supplying China
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U.S. Uncovers $160 Million Nvidia GPU Smuggling Ring Supplying China

Federal prosecutors shut down secret network trafficking H100 and H200 AI chips as demand for advanced Nvidia technology soars

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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January 2, 2026
U.S. Clears TSMC to Keep Shipping American Chip Tools to Its China Operations
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U.S. Clears TSMC to Keep Shipping American Chip Tools to Its China Operations

Annual export licence replaces expired exemptions, allowing uninterrupted production at TSMC’s Nanjing fab amid tighter U.S. tech controls

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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January 2, 2026
India’s Fast-Food Giants Join Forces in a $934 Million Merger to Reshape the QSR Landscape
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India’s Fast-Food Giants Join Forces in a $934 Million Merger to Reshape the QSR Landscape

Sapphire Foods and Devyani International combine operations to cut costs, scale faster, and compete more effectively in a tightening consumer market

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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January 2, 2026
Novo Nordisk Heads Into 2026 Under Pressure as the U.S. Becomes a Decisive Battleground
Corporate & Industry Trends

Novo Nordisk Heads Into 2026 Under Pressure as the U.S. Becomes a Decisive Battleground

A pivotal year looms for the Danish drugmaker as pricing pressure, intensifying competition, and strategic missteps collide with its fight to reclaim leadership in obesity care

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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January 2, 2026
Sanders and DeSantis Unite Against the Data Center Boom, Raising New Risks for AI Expansion
Corporate & Industry Trends

Sanders and DeSantis Unite Against the Data Center Boom, Raising New Risks for AI Expansion

Bipartisan backlash over power costs, grid reliability, and local control is turning data centers into a political flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterm elections

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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January 2, 2026
Stellantis Brings Back the Ram TRX V-8 as Emissions Pressure Eases
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Stellantis Brings Back the Ram TRX V-8 as Emissions Pressure Eases

The 777-horsepower pickup returns as a six-figure halo model, signaling a strategic pivot toward performance and brand revival in the U.S. market

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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January 2, 2026
From Dust to Data Centers: How AI Giants and Billions in Debt Are Reshaping America
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From Dust to Data Centers: How AI Giants and Billions in Debt Are Reshaping America

Tech titans are converting farmland and factories into hyperscale AI hubs, betting trillions on compute, power, and infrastructure to dominate the next technological era

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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January 1, 2026
Champagne’s Festive Sales Pop Masks Deep Labor Scandals and Rising Trade Pressures
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Champagne’s Festive Sales Pop Masks Deep Labor Scandals and Rising Trade Pressures

New Year demand lifts shipments, but worker exploitation cases and U.S. tariffs continue to weigh on the iconic French industry

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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January 1, 2026
China Pressures Netherlands Over Nexperia as Chip Dispute Threatens Global Supply Chains
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China Pressures Netherlands Over Nexperia as Chip Dispute Threatens Global Supply Chains

Beijing warns Dutch intervention in Chinese-owned chipmaker is disrupting automakers and destabilizing the semiconductor ecosystem

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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January 1, 2026
How Hyphen Is Automating the Lunch Rush With AI-Powered Makelines
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How Hyphen Is Automating the Lunch Rush With AI-Powered Makelines

Backed by Chipotle and Cava, the robotics startup is using automation to speed up service, cut labor strain, and reduce food waste in fast-casual kitchens.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 31, 2025
Apple’s Next Big Test Rests on an AI-Powered Siri That Can Drive iPhone Upgrades
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Apple’s Next Big Test Rests on an AI-Powered Siri That Can Drive iPhone Upgrades

After missing its AI deadline and facing mounting pressure from rivals, Apple has one critical opportunity in 2026 to prove Siri can reignite device sales and investor confidence.

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 31, 2025
China Proposes Strict Rules to Limit AI Chatbots’ Influence on Mental Health
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China Proposes Strict Rules to Limit AI Chatbots’ Influence on Mental Health

Draft regulations aim to prevent AI from encouraging self-harm, gambling, and emotional manipulation while protecting minors and vulnerable users

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 31, 2025
SoftBank Bets Big on AI Infrastructure With $4 Billion DigitalBridge Acquisition
Corporate & Industry Trends

SoftBank Bets Big on AI Infrastructure With $4 Billion DigitalBridge Acquisition

Masayoshi Son deepens his artificial intelligence strategy by securing global data center assets critical to next-generation computing

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 30, 2025
Trump Signals Readiness for Force Against Iran While Urging Renewed Nuclear Talks
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Trump Signals Readiness for Force Against Iran While Urging Renewed Nuclear Talks

Standing alongside Netanyahu, the former president warns of swift military action if Tehran rebuilds its missile or nuclear capabilities, even as diplomacy remains on the table

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 30, 2025
Meta Deepens Its AI Push With Manus Deal as Automation Becomes Central to Its Platform Strategy
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Meta Deepens Its AI Push With Manus Deal as Automation Becomes Central to Its Platform Strategy

The acquisition of fast-growing AI agent firm Manus underscores Meta’s race to lock in talent, technology, and enterprise automation capabilities

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 30, 2025
China Moves Ahead of Silicon Valley in the Race to Put Humanoid Robots to Work
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China Moves Ahead of Silicon Valley in the Race to Put Humanoid Robots to Work

As Elon Musk pitches a future filled with humanoids, Chinese manufacturers are scaling production faster, backed by state strategy and industrial muscle

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 30, 2025
China’s EV Market Heads Into a High Stakes Shakeout in 2026
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China’s EV Market Heads Into a High Stakes Shakeout in 2026

Slowing growth at home, relentless price wars, and aggressive overseas expansion are turning China’s electric vehicle boom into a fight for survival

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 30, 2025
Value Remains the Menu King as Restaurants Navigate Consumer Spending Pressures
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Value Remains the Menu King as Restaurants Navigate Consumer Spending Pressures

Fast food and casual dining chains double down on deals to attract budget-conscious diners amid economic uncertainty

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 29, 2025
Winter Storm Forces More Flight Cancellations as U.S. Travel Disruptions Begin to Ease
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Winter Storm Forces More Flight Cancellations as U.S. Travel Disruptions Begin to Ease

Airlines cut thousands of flights during peak holiday travel while waiving fees to help stranded passengers rebook

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 29, 2025
Gmail Users May Soon Be Able to Change Their Email Address Without Losing Data
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Gmail Users May Soon Be Able to Change Their Email Address Without Losing Data

Google quietly tests a long-awaited update that lets users switch Gmail addresses while keeping their account intact

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 29, 2025
UK’s AI Infrastructure Reality Check After One Year
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UK’s AI Infrastructure Reality Check After One Year

Bold ambitions met early momentum, but power constraints and grid delays still threaten Britain’s AI superpower goals

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 29, 2025
Amazon Shelves Drone Delivery Expansion in Italy After Strategic Review
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Amazon Shelves Drone Delivery Expansion in Italy After Strategic Review

E commerce giant cites regulatory and business constraints despite successful test flights and progress with aviation authorities

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 29, 2025
Trump’s “Battleship Revival” Collides With Modern Naval Warfare
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Trump’s “Battleship Revival” Collides With Modern Naval Warfare

Experts warn the proposed Trump class warship clashes with decades of U.S. Navy strategy, rising costs, and the realities of missile age combat

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 29, 2025
China Escalates Military Pressure With Large-Scale Drills Around Taiwan
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China Escalates Military Pressure With Large-Scale Drills Around Taiwan

Beijing deploys joint forces in “Justice Mission 2025” exercises as Taiwan mobilizes defenses and warns against threats to democracy

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 29, 2025
Trump Signals Breakthrough Momentum in Ukraine Peace Talks After Zelenskyy Meeting
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Trump Signals Breakthrough Momentum in Ukraine Peace Talks After Zelenskyy Meeting

U.S. president says negotiations are nearing a deal, but territorial disputes and security guarantees remain critical hurdles

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 29, 2025
Coupang Unveils $1.17 Billion Compensation Plan After Massive User Data Breach
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Coupang Unveils $1.17 Billion Compensation Plan After Massive User Data Breach

South Korea’s largest online retailer extends vouchers to 34 million current and former users as leadership apologizes and regulators intensify scrutiny

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 29, 2025
EU Digital Chief Slams U.S. Visa Ban Over Alleged Censorship
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EU Digital Chief Slams U.S. Visa Ban Over Alleged Censorship

Brussels condemns action against Thierry Breton and anti-disinformation campaigners as a threat to European digital sovereignty

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 26, 2025
U.S. Carries Out Precision Strike Against Islamic State Cells in Northern Nigeria
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U.S. Carries Out Precision Strike Against Islamic State Cells in Northern Nigeria

Operation conducted at Nigeria’s request highlights deepening security cooperation amid rising militant violence

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 26, 2025
Nvidia Strikes $20 Billion Groq Asset Deal in Its Biggest Bet Yet on AI Inference
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Nvidia Strikes $20 Billion Groq Asset Deal in Its Biggest Bet Yet on AI Inference

Landmark transaction brings Groq’s low-latency chip technology and top engineering talent into Nvidia’s ecosystem while reshaping the competitive AI hardware landscape

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 26, 2025
DOJ Finds Over One Million Additional Epstein-Related Records, Delaying Full Disclosure
Corporate & Industry Trends

DOJ Finds Over One Million Additional Epstein-Related Records, Delaying Full Disclosure

Missed legal deadline triggers bipartisan backlash, audit demands, and threats of contempt as review stretches into the new year

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 26, 2025
Travel in 2026 Will Be Defined by Meaning Not Miles
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Travel in 2026 Will Be Defined by Meaning Not Miles

From off-peak escapes to AI-driven hotels, the industry is reshaping how and why people travel

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 26, 2025
Waymo Halts San Francisco Robotaxis as Holiday Storms Trigger Flood Warnings
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Waymo Halts San Francisco Robotaxis as Holiday Storms Trigger Flood Warnings

Alphabet’s autonomous ride service pauses operations again as severe weather highlights growing challenges around safety, infrastructure, and regulation

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 26, 2025
US Moves to Ban New Foreign Drones Targeting Chinese Tech Giant DJI
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US Moves to Ban New Foreign Drones Targeting Chinese Tech Giant DJI

FCC adds DJI and other foreign manufacturers to restricted list citing national security risks

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 25, 2025
BP Sells Majority Stake in Castrol in $6 Billion Deal as Strategic Reset Accelerates
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BP Sells Majority Stake in Castrol in $6 Billion Deal as Strategic Reset Accelerates

Landmark transaction values Castrol at over $10 billion and signals BP’s renewed focus on core oil and gas operations

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 25, 2025
Foxtron Unveils Bria Electric Vehicle as Taiwan Targets the Global EV Export Market
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Foxtron Unveils Bria Electric Vehicle as Taiwan Targets the Global EV Export Market

Backed by Foxconn and Yulon, the new Bria model marks Taiwan’s first domestically built EV designed for international sales

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 25, 2025
Hanwha Signals Readiness to Build Nuclear Submarines for U.S. Navy at Philadelphia Shipyard
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Hanwha Signals Readiness to Build Nuclear Submarines for U.S. Navy at Philadelphia Shipyard

South Korean defense giant ramps up U.S. investment as Washington pushes to rebuild naval shipbuilding capacity

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 25, 2025
U.S. Slaps Visa Bans on Ex-EU Digital Chief, Triggering Transatlantic Clash Over Online Speech
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U.S. Slaps Visa Bans on Ex-EU Digital Chief, Triggering Transatlantic Clash Over Online Speech

Washington accuses European officials and activists of censorship, while EU leaders warn the move threatens digital sovereignty and free expression

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 25, 2025
Western Magnet Makers Step Into the Spotlight as China’s Rare Earth Grip Tightens
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Western Magnet Makers Step Into the Spotlight as China’s Rare Earth Grip Tightens

Export controls, surging clean energy demand, and geopolitical pressure are reshaping the global race to secure rare earth magnets

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 25, 2025
Paramount Secures Larry Ellison Guarantee in Revised Warner Bros. Discovery Bid
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Paramount Secures Larry Ellison Guarantee in Revised Warner Bros. Discovery Bid

Billionaire backing strengthens Paramount Skydance’s $30 per share hostile offer against Netflix

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 24, 2025
Why Your Holiday Chocolate May Not Be Real Chocolate Anymore
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Why Your Holiday Chocolate May Not Be Real Chocolate Anymore

Soaring cocoa prices, supply shocks, and sustainability pressures are pushing candy makers toward cocoa-free alternatives

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 24, 2025
H-1B Visa Path Tightens as Social Media Screening and Wage Rules Raise New Barriers
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H-1B Visa Path Tightens as Social Media Screening and Wage Rules Raise New Barriers

Stricter vetting, higher wage thresholds, and political pressure are reshaping the future of America’s most sought-after work visa

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 24, 2025
Western Fast-Food Giants Turn to Chinese Private Equity for Growth and Survival
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Western Fast-Food Giants Turn to Chinese Private Equity for Growth and Survival

From Starbucks to Burger King, global brands are offloading major China stakes as local investors bring speed, scale, and market muscle

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 24, 2025
China’s Grip on Critical Minerals Opens a Strategic Window for Western Magnet Makers
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China’s Grip on Critical Minerals Opens a Strategic Window for Western Magnet Makers

Export controls, geopolitical rivalry, and surging demand are accelerating efforts in the U.S. and Europe to build mine-to-magnet supply chains outside China

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 24, 2025
Sapporo Holdings Moves to Exit Property Arm in $2.6 Billion Deal With KKR Consortium
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Sapporo Holdings Moves to Exit Property Arm in $2.6 Billion Deal With KKR Consortium

Japanese brewer plans major portfolio shift as private equity buyers target growth at Yebisu Garden Place and other flagship assets

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 24, 2025
Waymo Reinforces Driverless Operations After San Francisco Power Outage
Corporate & Industry Trends

Waymo Reinforces Driverless Operations After San Francisco Power Outage

Alphabet’s autonomous vehicle unit rolls out fleet-wide upgrades to handle blackouts, traffic signal failures, and large-scale infrastructure disruptions

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 24, 2025
Wellness Gifts Take Center Stage This Holiday Season
Corporate & Industry Trends

Wellness Gifts Take Center Stage This Holiday Season

Supplements, aromatherapy, and health-focused products are reshaping holiday shopping trends

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 23, 2025
Mercedes Benz Closes Diesel Emissions Chapter With $150 Million U.S. State Settlement
Corporate & Industry Trends

Mercedes Benz Closes Diesel Emissions Chapter With $150 Million U.S. State Settlement

Automaker agrees to payouts for drivers and compliance reforms as long running dieselgate cases near an end

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 23, 2025
Alphabet Strikes $4.75 Billion Deal to Expand Data Center and Energy Capacity
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Alphabet Strikes $4.75 Billion Deal to Expand Data Center and Energy Capacity

Google deepens infrastructure push with acquisition of Intersect to accelerate AI scale and power generation

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 23, 2025
Trump Halts Major Offshore Wind Projects Threatening East Coast Energy Expansion
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Trump Halts Major Offshore Wind Projects Threatening East Coast Energy Expansion

National security concerns cited as Dominion, Orsted, and Equinor projects face indefinite pause, sending shockwaves through the wind energy sector

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 23, 2025
Roomba’s Collapse Signals a Bigger Crisis for Tech Deals and Innovation
Corporate & Industry Trends

Roomba’s Collapse Signals a Bigger Crisis for Tech Deals and Innovation

iRobot’s bankruptcy exposes how global antitrust pressure, blocked acquisitions, and trade policy risks are reshaping the fate of struggling tech companies

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 22, 2025
AI Reshapes the Workforce as Thousands of Jobs Disappear Across Corporate America
Corporate & Industry Trends

AI Reshapes the Workforce as Thousands of Jobs Disappear Across Corporate America

Nearly 55,000 U.S. layoffs in 2025 were linked to artificial intelligence as companies accelerate automation and cost cutting

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 22, 2025
Xbox Is Falling Behind in Consoles but Microsoft Is Redefining the Game
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Xbox Is Falling Behind in Consoles but Microsoft Is Redefining the Game

Weak hardware sales, layoffs, and price hikes highlight a tough year as Microsoft pivots toward cloud, cross platform, and subscription gaming

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 22, 2025
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Opens Softer Than Expected but Long Run Potential Remains
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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Opens Softer Than Expected but Long Run Potential Remains

A muted $88 million domestic debut raises eyebrows, yet history suggests James Cameron’s franchise thrives over time

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 22, 2025
Waymo Restarts San Francisco Robotaxis After Power Outages Trigger Citywide Disruptions
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Waymo Restarts San Francisco Robotaxis After Power Outages Trigger Citywide Disruptions

Alphabet’s autonomous ride service pauses during blackouts as Tesla’s Musk claims his supervised vehicles were unaffected

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 22, 2025
Western Fast Food Brands Offload China Stakes as Local Private Equity Steps In
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Western Fast Food Brands Offload China Stakes as Local Private Equity Steps In

Chinese buyout firms reshape global restaurant names with faster expansion, local sourcing, and aggressive operational overhauls

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 19, 2025
Brown and MIT Shooting Suspect Found Dead in New Hampshire, Ending Multi State Manhunt
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Brown and MIT Shooting Suspect Found Dead in New Hampshire, Ending Multi State Manhunt

Authorities confirm Claudio Manuel Neves Valente died by suicide as investigators piece together motive behind campus attack and professor’s killing

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 19, 2025
OpenAI Explores $10 Billion Plus Investment from Amazon with AI Chip Collaboration
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OpenAI Explores $10 Billion Plus Investment from Amazon with AI Chip Collaboration

The potential deal would strengthen Amazon’s role in generative AI and give OpenAI access to AWS hardware for large-scale model training

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 18, 2025
Warner Bros. Discovery Backs Netflix Tie-Up, Urges Shareholders to Reject Paramount’s Hostile Bid
Corporate & Industry Trends

Warner Bros. Discovery Backs Netflix Tie-Up, Urges Shareholders to Reject Paramount’s Hostile Bid

Board calls Netflix proposal more certain and financially stronger as Paramount pushes a $30-per-share cash offer directly to investors

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 18, 2025
Sheryl Sandberg Warns Corporate Culture Is Rapidly Deteriorating Across Big Business
Corporate & Industry Trends

Sheryl Sandberg Warns Corporate Culture Is Rapidly Deteriorating Across Big Business

The former Meta COO says rising misogyny, weakening diversity commitments, and uneven access to AI skills threaten both workplace equity and long-term performance

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 18, 2025
Western Fast-Food Brands Hand Control to Chinese Private Equity as Local Deals Accelerate
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Western Fast-Food Brands Hand Control to Chinese Private Equity as Local Deals Accelerate

From Starbucks to Burger King, global chains are selling major stakes to domestic investors better positioned to navigate China’s shifting consumer market

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 18, 2025
U.S. Accepts Responsibility in Deadly Military Helicopter and Passenger Jet Collision
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U.S. Accepts Responsibility in Deadly Military Helicopter and Passenger Jet Collision

Government acknowledges failures by Army pilots and air traffic control in January crash near Washington that killed 67 people

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 18, 2025
Robotaxi Race Heats Up in 2025 as Waymo Expands Globally and Tesla, Zoox Hit the Streets
Corporate & Industry Trends

Robotaxi Race Heats Up in 2025 as Waymo Expands Globally and Tesla, Zoox Hit the Streets

Autonomous vehicles move from concept to reality as major players launch services and test fleets across the U.S., China, and beyond

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 17, 2025
Kushner-Backed Affinity Partners Pulls Out of Paramount Skydance Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Kushner-Backed Affinity Partners Pulls Out of Paramount Skydance Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Shift in deal dynamics prompts Jared Kushner’s firm to step away as media consolidation battle intensifies

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 17, 2025
California Judge Finds Tesla Misled Consumers on Autopilot Claims
Corporate & Industry Trends

California Judge Finds Tesla Misled Consumers on Autopilot Claims

Regulators give the EV maker 60 days to correct marketing language or face a temporary sales suspension

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 17, 2025
Robinhood Expands Prediction Markets With NFL Parlays and Real Time Player Props
Corporate & Industry Trends

Robinhood Expands Prediction Markets With NFL Parlays and Real Time Player Props

New features push the trading app deeper into sports and event based markets as prediction markets revenue accelerates toward a $300 million run rate

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 17, 2025
OpenAI Explores Landmark Partnership With Amazon in Potential $10B Plus Investment
Corporate & Industry Trends

OpenAI Explores Landmark Partnership With Amazon in Potential $10B Plus Investment

Talks signal a major shift in the AI funding landscape as OpenAI broadens its capital base and deepens access to custom cloud and chip infrastructure

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 17, 2025
Disney’s ‘Zootopia 2’ Set to Join Billion-Dollar Box Office Club, Only Second Hollywood Film of 2025
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Disney’s ‘Zootopia 2’ Set to Join Billion-Dollar Box Office Club, Only Second Hollywood Film of 2025

Strong international performance, especially in China, and a domestic shift toward family-friendly films propel Disney’s animated sequel to global blockbuster status

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 16, 2025
Frontier Airlines Appoints President James Dempsey as New CEO Amid Financial Struggles
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Frontier Airlines Appoints President James Dempsey as New CEO Amid Financial Struggles

Barry Biffle steps aside after nearly a decade leading the budget carrier as Frontier faces losses and strategic challenges in the post-pandemic aviation market

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 16, 2025
FDA Greenlit $250,000 Overseas Conference Trip Amid Government Shutdown
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FDA Greenlit $250,000 Overseas Conference Trip Amid Government Shutdown

Records show dozens of agency employees traveled to a luxury Singapore venue while the FDA faced budget cuts staffing losses and public scrutiny

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 16, 2025
Prosecutors Say Former South Korean President Sought North Korea Tensions to Defend Martial Law
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Prosecutors Say Former South Korean President Sought North Korea Tensions to Defend Martial Law

Special counsel alleges Yoon Suk Yeol attempted to engineer a security crisis to justify emergency rule as insurrection cases widen

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 16, 2025
Merriam Webster Names “Slop” Word of the Year as AI Content Overload Grows
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Merriam Webster Names “Slop” Word of the Year as AI Content Overload Grows

Dictionary spotlight reflects rising concern over low quality AI generated media flooding social platforms music streaming and digital feeds

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 16, 2025
Trump Launches $10 Billion Lawsuit Against BBC Over Panorama Documentary
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Trump Launches $10 Billion Lawsuit Against BBC Over Panorama Documentary

Former president accuses broadcaster of deceptive editing election interference and defamation tied to Jan. 6 coverage

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 16, 2025
Fiber Surge: The Next Big Trend in Grocery and Gut Health
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Fiber Surge: The Next Big Trend in Grocery and Gut Health

As consumers embrace gut wellness, food and beverage companies are racing to launch fiber-rich products and prebiotic innovations

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 15, 2025
Trump Pushes to Rebuild America’s Shipbuilding Power as Global Rivals Pull Ahead
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Trump Pushes to Rebuild America’s Shipbuilding Power as Global Rivals Pull Ahead

A White House-led revival aims to restore U.S. shipyards through foreign partnerships, workforce expansion, and national security priorities, but structural gaps remain deep

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 15, 2025
Elon Musk Confirms SpaceX IPO Plans for 2026 Amid $800 Billion Valuation
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Elon Musk Confirms SpaceX IPO Plans for 2026 Amid $800 Billion Valuation

The space company aims to raise over $30 billion as commercial Starlink revenue surges and government contracts play a minor role in overall earnings.

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 12, 2025
Oracle Expands Long Term Lease Obligations as AI Infrastructure Demand Accelerates
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Oracle Expands Long Term Lease Obligations as AI Infrastructure Demand Accelerates

The company’s lease portfolio and capital spending surge as it races to supply large scale compute capacity for hyperscalers and fast growing AI clients.

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 12, 2025
Terra Founder Do Kwon Receives 15 Year Prison Term Following Multi Billion Dollar Crypto Collapse
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Terra Founder Do Kwon Receives 15 Year Prison Term Following Multi Billion Dollar Crypto Collapse

The court called the failure of TerraUSD and Luna one of the most damaging frauds in modern financial history, leaving global investors with staggering losses.

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 12, 2025
Sam Altman Projects OpenAI Will Leave Code Red Status by January as GPT 5.2 Debuts
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Sam Altman Projects OpenAI Will Leave Code Red Status by January as GPT 5.2 Debuts

The company launches its most capable model to date, signaling renewed competitive momentum amid escalating pressure from Google and Anthropic.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 12, 2025
Disney Commits 1 Billion Dollar Investment to OpenAI and Opens Access to Iconic Characters on Sora
Corporate & Industry Trends

Disney Commits 1 Billion Dollar Investment to OpenAI and Opens Access to Iconic Characters on Sora

The entertainment giant deepens its AI strategy through a sweeping licensing deal that brings more than 200 Disney, Marvel, Pixar and Star Wars characters into OpenAI’s video and image generation platforms.

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 12, 2025
Broadcom Identifies Anthropic as Its Previously Undisclosed 10 Billion Dollar Chip Client
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Broadcom Identifies Anthropic as Its Previously Undisclosed 10 Billion Dollar Chip Client

The AI startup has now placed more than 21 billion dollars in chip and server rack orders as tech firms accelerate competition for next-generation compute infrastructure.

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 12, 2025
Trump Establishes Nationwide AI Regulatory Standard, Curtailing State-Level Authority
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Trump Establishes Nationwide AI Regulatory Standard, Curtailing State-Level Authority

White House order creates a unified federal framework for artificial intelligence oversight, marking a major shift in U.S. tech policy.

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 12, 2025
OpenAI’s Founders Become Fierce Competitors in the Global AI Power Race
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OpenAI’s Founders Become Fierce Competitors in the Global AI Power Race

A decade after launching a nonprofit lab, Sam Altman and Elon Musk now lead rival companies shaping a trillion-dollar AI economy.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 12, 2025
EU Businesses Move from Talk to Action on Reducing Reliance on China
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EU Businesses Move from Talk to Action on Reducing Reliance on China

Supply chain diversification accelerates as companies seek alternatives amid rising trade tensions and record Chinese exports.

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 11, 2025
AI Defense Surge Transforms UK and Germany Into European Innovation Hubs
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AI Defense Surge Transforms UK and Germany Into European Innovation Hubs

Private investment and government support fuel the rise of billion-dollar defense startups in Europe

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 11, 2025
Coupang Chief Steps Down After Massive Cyberattack
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Coupang Chief Steps Down After Massive Cyberattack

Resignation follows the exposure of nearly 34 million customer records and intensifies scrutiny of South Korea’s cybersecurity standards.

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 11, 2025
Australia Enforces World’s First Nationwide Under 16 Social Media Ban
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Australia Enforces World’s First Nationwide Under 16 Social Media Ban

A landmark policy introduces strict age verification across major platforms and sets a global precedent for regulating youth access to digital spaces.

David Goldfarb
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December 11, 2025
Coca-Cola Names Henrique Braun as Incoming Chief Executive in Leadership Transition
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Coca-Cola Names Henrique Braun as Incoming Chief Executive in Leadership Transition

Longtime executive will take over from James Quincey in March 2026 as the beverage giant adapts to shifting consumer preferences and global market pressures.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 11, 2025
Big Tech Races Into India With Over Fifty Billion Dollars Committed in a Single Day
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Big Tech Races Into India With Over Fifty Billion Dollars Committed in a Single Day

Global technology giants accelerate investment in India’s data centers, cloud capacity, and AI infrastructure as the country becomes a strategic innovation and deployment hub.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 11, 2025
Bill Gates Warns AI Market Will Become Fiercely Competitive
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Bill Gates Warns AI Market Will Become Fiercely Competitive

Microsoft cofounder says not all high-valued AI companies will succeed as technology reshapes industries and global markets brace for disruption.

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 10, 2025
OpenAI Appoints Former Slack Chief Denise Dresser to Spearhead Global Revenue Expansion
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OpenAI Appoints Former Slack Chief Denise Dresser to Spearhead Global Revenue Expansion

The AI leader brings aboard a seasoned enterprise executive as it targets aggressive growth amid intensifying competition and massive infrastructure demands.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 10, 2025
China’s AI Wearables Surge as Homegrown Innovators Race Ahead in Hardware
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China’s AI Wearables Surge as Homegrown Innovators Race Ahead in Hardware

A rapidly expanding device ecosystem gives China a potential strategic edge in global AI adoption and hardware led innovation.

Leah Rosenfeld
Leah Rosenfeld
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December 10, 2025
Coupang CEO Steps Down After Massive Data Breach Impacting 34 Million Customers
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Coupang CEO Steps Down After Massive Data Breach Impacting 34 Million Customers

The leadership shake-up follows one of South Korea’s largest consumer data leaks, prompting an urgent corporate reset and intensified efforts to restore public trust

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 10, 2025
Microsoft Commits $17.5 Billion to India as AI Infrastructure Race Accelerates Across Asia
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Microsoft Commits $17.5 Billion to India as AI Infrastructure Race Accelerates Across Asia

The multiyear investment deepens the company’s footprint in one of the world’s fastest-growing digital markets and intensifies competition among global tech giants expanding AI capabilities in India

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 10, 2025
Amazon Unveils Ambitious Multi-Billion Dollar Expansion to Accelerate India’s AI and Cloud Transformation
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Amazon Unveils Ambitious Multi-Billion Dollar Expansion to Accelerate India’s AI and Cloud Transformation

The tech giant outlines a sweeping investment blueprint aimed at scaling India’s AI capabilities, boosting exports and generating large-scale employment through 2030

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 10, 2025
McDonald’s Tightens Franchise Standards to Ensure Value for Customers
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McDonald’s Tightens Franchise Standards to Ensure Value for Customers

Global franchisees will face new assessments on pricing strategies as the fast-food giant doubles down on value to attract cash-strapped diners.

David Goldfarb
David Goldfarb
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December 9, 2025
Fiat’s Tiny All-Electric Topolino Heads to the U.S. After Renewed Spotlight on Microcars
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Fiat’s Tiny All-Electric Topolino Heads to the U.S. After Renewed Spotlight on Microcars

Stellantis confirms plans to introduce the compact Topolino as America reconsiders ultra-small electric vehicles following high-level political attention.

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 9, 2025
Elon Musk Urges Dismantling of EU After 120 Million-Euro Fine Hits X
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Elon Musk Urges Dismantling of EU After 120 Million-Euro Fine Hits X

Following a landmark regulatory ruling under the Digital Services Act, Musk blasts the European Union and calls for a return of sovereignty to individual nations.

Junia Wells
Junia Wells
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December 9, 2025
China Accuses Japan of Military Provocation
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China Accuses Japan of Military Provocation

Beijing warns Berlin that Tokyo’s recent actions and comments on Taiwan cross a dangerous line and violate post-war norms.

Calder Monroe
Calder Monroe
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December 9, 2025
Stellantis Eyes U.S. Launch of Tiny Electric Quadricycle As Interest in Micro-Cars Grows
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Stellantis Eyes U.S. Launch of Tiny Electric Quadricycle As Interest in Micro-Cars Grows

The Fiat Topolino — a compact all-electric quadricycle with a top speed of 28 mph — could soon hit American roads, signaling a bold shift in urban mobility and automaker strategy.

Rachel Steinberg
Rachel Steinberg
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December 9, 2025
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