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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

Trump's AI Chip Deal with China Sparks Republican Worries

In a move that has stirred up some controversy, former President Donald Trump has given the green light to Nvidia for selling its advanced AI chips to China. This decision has not sat well with some Republicans, who are worried about China gaining an upper hand in the AI race. The deal involves Nvi

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Dec 10 2025CRYPTO

China's Crypto Conundrum: A Game of Cat and Mouse

China's stance on cryptocurrency is a puzzle. On one hand, the government has banned most crypto activities. On the other hand, millions of people still find ways to use and trade crypto. This is a big deal because China is home to a huge number of crypto users, even though it's illegal. People in

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Dec 09 2025BUSINESS

Trump Allows Nvidia to Sell AI Chips to China: What It Means

President Donald Trump has given Nvidia the green light to sell its H200 AI chips to China, but there's a catch. The company will have to pay a 25% fee to the U. S. government for each shipment. This decision comes after weeks of discussions and is seen as a big win for Nvidia, which has been pushin

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Dec 09 2025CRIME

AI Tech Smuggling: A High-Stakes Game of Cat and Mouse

A recent case has put the spotlight on the illegal movement of advanced technology across borders. Three individuals are now facing serious charges for their roles in a scheme to send high-tech AI chips from the U. S. to China without proper authorization. The main player in this drama is a Texas-b

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Dec 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Moon Race: Can the U. S. Beat China Back to the Moon?

The U. S. is in a tight spot. China is making big moves to send people to the Moon. Meanwhile, the U. S. is still figuring out its next steps with the Artemis program. Lawmakers are starting to worry that China might beat the U. S. back to the Moon. They're asking tough questions about how to speed

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Dec 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meta's Metaverse Money Moves and the U. S. Chip War

Meta is trimming its metaverse budget by up to 30% for next year. This isn't just about saving money. It's a big shift in focus. Meta is moving resources from its metaverse projects to AI wearables. This means fewer virtual reality experiences and more smart glasses and AI-powered gadgets. This cha

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Dec 05 2025FINANCE

Cobalt Prices Skyrocket, U. S. Defense Agency Reevaluates Stockpile Plans

The U. S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is taking a step back to rethink its cobalt purchasing strategy. With cobalt prices surging by 50% since August, the agency is now reassessing its plans to stockpile this crucial metal. The DLA's initial tender, which aimed to purchase 7, 480 metric tons of c

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

China's Naval Moves Stir Regional Concerns

China's navy and coast guard have been busy lately, with a lot of ships out in East Asian waters. At one point, there were over 100 vessels, which is a lot more than usual. This isn't just any old exercise; it's the biggest show of maritime muscle China has put on so far. China often does military

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

China and France: Talking Trade, Pandas, and Peace

China and France recently had a big talk in Beijing. The main topic? Trade. China said it would buy more stuff from France if France makes it easier for Chinese companies to do business there. This is important because there's been some tension lately. France has been upset about the trade imbalance

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Dec 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Will China Bite on Nvidia's H200 Chips?

Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, recently sat down with former President Donald Trump. Their discussion covered a range of topics, including the complexities of international tech sales. One key point that emerged was Huang's uncertainty about whether China would even be interested in Nvidia's new H200 A

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