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After uproar from states, tech critics and legislators, the Senate voted overwhelmingly to remove a clause in Trump’s megabill that would have barred state AI regulation. The debate reflects growing tension over federal vs state authority in AI oversight.
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A congressional commission warns that China’s leadership in quantum communication poses a material national security risk to the US.
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A U.S. judge has rejected the FTC’s bid to force Meta to divest Instagram or WhatsApp, finding the company lacks current monopoly power amid growing competition from TikTok and YouTube.
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European leaders and automakers push to soften the zero‑emission vehicle mandate as economic strain and EV rollout slow. Climate groups warn of climate and public health risks if the ban is diluted.
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A leaked national security memo alleges Alibaba provided technical support to the Chinese military against U.S. targets, prompting market reactions and denials.
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Stocks tied to travel and retail in Japan dropped sharply after Beijing urged its citizens to avoid traveling or studying there following remarks by PM Takaichi. Japan dispatched a senior diplomat to Beijing to calm the situation.
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Japan’s economy shrank in Q3 2025, pulled down by declining exports amid U.S. tariffs, though business investment and consumption offered modest support.
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The US has stopped minting the penny, which costs more to produce than it’s worth, aiming to cut losses and adapt to a digital payments shift.