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Trump to Address Jimmy Lai’s Imprisonment in Upcoming China Visit Amid Complicated Remarks
Trade & Tariffs

Trump to Address Jimmy Lai’s Imprisonment in Upcoming China Visit Amid Complicated Remarks

President Trump announced plans to raise Jimmy Lai’s detention with Chinese officials, acknowledging the pro-democracy figure’s controversial role while expressing support for his release.

SpaceX Launch Advances National Reconnaissance Office’s Shift to Small Satellites
Big Tech

SpaceX Launch Advances National Reconnaissance Office’s Shift to Small Satellites

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Vandenberg carrying a classified National Reconnaissance Office payload as the agency accelerates its deployment of small satellite constellations.

Leading U.S. Executives Join Trump on Diplomatic Visit to China Amid Trade and Tech Talks
Trade & Tariffs

Leading U.S. Executives Join Trump on Diplomatic Visit to China Amid Trade and Tech Talks

A select group of prominent U.S. tech, finance, and agriculture leaders, including Elon Musk and Tim Cook, will accompany President Trump on his China trip to discuss trade, AI, and diplomatic issues.

Southern California Mayor Faces Charges for Undisclosed Work as Chinese Government Agent
AI & Tech Regulation

Southern California Mayor Faces Charges for Undisclosed Work as Chinese Government Agent

The U.S. Department of Justice charged Arcadia’s mayor with acting as an illegal agent for China, leading to her resignation and a pending guilty plea.

NVIDIA Partners to Launch AI Data Centers in Orbit, Exploring Space-Based Solutions
Big Tech

NVIDIA Partners to Launch AI Data Centers in Orbit, Exploring Space-Based Solutions

NVIDIA collaborates with five space firms to develop AI data centers in orbit, aiming to overcome Earth’s resource limits by harnessing solar power and vacuum cooling.

Lawmakers Integrate Developer Safeguards in Crypto Bill Amid Ongoing Debates
Crypto & Fintech

Lawmakers Integrate Developer Safeguards in Crypto Bill Amid Ongoing Debates

The CLARITY Act advances with newly included developer protections, aiming to clarify regulatory frameworks for blockchain software creators while debates over stablecoins and banking persist.

Wall Street Retreats Amid Rising Inflation and Iran Conflict Concerns
Corporate Power

Wall Street Retreats Amid Rising Inflation and Iran Conflict Concerns

U.S. markets fell as inflation data showed persistent pressure and stalled Iran negotiations added uncertainty, driving technology stocks sharply lower.

US Begins Issuing Refunds for Invalidated Import Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
Trade & Tariffs

US Begins Issuing Refunds for Invalidated Import Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling

Partial payments of tariff refunds have started reaching companies after the Supreme Court declared the tariffs illegal, with thousands of importers now lining up for compensation.

Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh to Fed Board, Clearing Path to Chairmanship Vote
Markets & Macro

Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh to Fed Board, Clearing Path to Chairmanship Vote

Kevin Warsh secured Senate confirmation to the Federal Reserve board, advancing toward a vote on his nomination as Fed chairman amid partisan opposition and policy debates.

Sam Altman Responds to Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Over OpenAI’s Direction and Leadership
AI & Tech Regulation

Sam Altman Responds to Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Over OpenAI’s Direction and Leadership

In a high-stakes trial, Sam Altman dismisses Elon Musk’s claims of theft and corporate mismanagement, defending OpenAI’s mission and leadership.