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US Senator Calls for Stronger Patent Protections Against Chinese AI Exploitation in Biotechnology
AI & Tech Regulation

US Senator Calls for Stronger Patent Protections Against Chinese AI Exploitation in Biotechnology

A US senator has urged tighter patent safeguards to counter Chinese companies using AI to extract and repurpose American biotech innovations, warning of risks to US innovation and supply chains.

Over 1,200 Former DOJ Officials Urge Senate to Reject Acting Attorney General Blanche
AI & Tech Regulation

Over 1,200 Former DOJ Officials Urge Senate to Reject Acting Attorney General Blanche

More than 1,200 former Justice Department employees have appealed to the Senate Judiciary Committee to oppose Todd Blanche’s confirmation, citing his undermining of DOJ’s independence and civil service protections.

ChargePoint Expands EV Network with Over 200 New Chargers in the Southeast
Energy & Climate

ChargePoint Expands EV Network with Over 200 New Chargers in the Southeast

ChargePoint partners with Optimus Energy Solutions to add more than 200 public EV charging ports across southeastern US, targeting high-traffic retail and dining locations.

U.S. Regulators Unveil First Customer Identification Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
Crypto & Fintech

U.S. Regulators Unveil First Customer Identification Rules for Stablecoin Issuers

Federal agencies propose new customer identification requirements for stablecoin issuers, expanding anti-money laundering safeguards under the GENIUS Act.

China Considers Blocking Foreign Access to Advanced AI Models Amid New Regulations
AI & Tech Regulation

China Considers Blocking Foreign Access to Advanced AI Models Amid New Regulations

Chinese authorities are reportedly planning to restrict overseas access to top AI models and tighten controls on AI chatbot usage, signaling heightened national security measures.

AI Hyperscalers Turn to Private Credit Amid Soaring Infrastructure Costs
Corporate Power

AI Hyperscalers Turn to Private Credit Amid Soaring Infrastructure Costs

Major AI companies are increasingly relying on private credit financing to support massive investments in AI infrastructure as capital needs surge beyond public markets’ capacity.

US Military Strikes Target Iran Following Attacks on Merchant Ships Near Oman
Defense & Security

US Military Strikes Target Iran Following Attacks on Merchant Ships Near Oman

The United States launched military strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant vessels were attacked near Oman, amid escalating tensions highlighted during a NATO summit.

Nigel Farage Resigns as MP Amid Crypto Donation Controversy, Announces By-Election Bid
Defense & Security

Nigel Farage Resigns as MP Amid Crypto Donation Controversy, Announces By-Election Bid

Nigel Farage steps down as MP amid investigations into crypto-linked donations but vows to contest the upcoming by-election to retain his seat.

China’s Gobi Desert Solar Plant Powers Through Night Using Molten Salt Storage
Energy & Climate

China’s Gobi Desert Solar Plant Powers Through Night Using Molten Salt Storage

A 1-gigawatt solar complex in China’s Gobi Desert supplies electricity for eight hours after sunset without batteries by using molten salt thermal storage technology.

Nasdaq slides as semiconductor stocks tumble amid AI growth concerns
Markets & Macro

Nasdaq slides as semiconductor stocks tumble amid AI growth concerns

The Nasdaq closed sharply lower, dragged down by major chipmakers’ declines after a blockbuster earnings report failed to ease investor doubts about AI-driven rally sustainability.