US-China trade talks in Madrid amid TikTok tensions

US and Chinese officials have convened in Madrid for high-stakes economic trade discussions, with one report noting that the first day concluded with talks on digital trade issues, including a pressing TikTok deadline. The negotiations are marked by cautious strategic banter as both sides seek concessions in an uncertain global market.

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Charlie Kirk Shot at Utah Valley University Event

Andrew Couts, Dell Cameron / wired - Turning Point USA cofounder Charlie Kirk was shot at an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. A suspect is in custody, according to campus police, but details remain murky.

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Bluesky brings age verification to South Dakota and Wyoming

Emma Roth / theverge - Bluesky will now check the ages of users located in South Dakota and Wyoming to comply with local online safety laws. The platform announced on Wednesday that users in both states will be able to prove their age using an ID, payment card, face scan, or ot…

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US producer prices drop unexpectedly amid easing inflationary pressures

Economists are taking a closer look as US producer prices posted an unforeseen decline—the first downturn since April—potentially signalling a worrisome shift in the inflation narrative. Analysts remain divided on whether this trend forecasts a broader economic cooling or is just a peculiar market hiccup.

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New MAHA report sparks debate over US children’s health policies

A controversial MAHA report on US children’s health has ignited debate as it targets food and drug marketing practices and vaccine‐related issues. Released amid heightened scrutiny over vaccine safety and health policies—with RFK Jr. among its critics—the report has sparked a fresh wave of controversy over public health standards.

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Anduril will lead the Army’s mixed-reality headset project with Meta as a technology partner

Maximilian Schreiner / the-decoder - The US Army has awarded contracts to Anduril, Meta, and Rivet Industries to develop new mixed-reality headsets for soldiers.The article Anduril will lead the Army’s mixed-reality headset project with Meta as a technology partner appeared first on THE DECO…

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Nvidia Frames US Chip Restrictions as ‘Doomer’ Paranoia to Protect China Sales

Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - Nvidia is lobbying against US AI chip restrictions for China by labeling supporters 'A.I. doomers,' a move to protect billions in sales amid national security debates.The post Nvidia Frames US Chip Restrictions as ‘Doomer’ Paranoia to Protect China Sales …

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Weak US job data fuels Fed rate cut speculation

U.S. economic indicators have taken a disappointing turn, with dismal job growth figures spurring a rally in Treasuries and renewed chatter about an imminent Fed rate cut. As payroll gains falter and unemployment inches upward, the mood on Wall Street is a mix of concern and resigned humor at the stubborn labor market.

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US Initial Jobless Claims Reach Highest Level Since June

New figures show US initial jobless claims hit levels not seen since June, signaling fresh stress in the labor market. The surge in filings underscores growing economic challenges as job recoveries face headwinds, prompting fresh scrutiny among economists and policymakers.

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Job Growth Slowed in August Amid Continued Uncertainty

PYMNTS / pymnts - Private sector job growth slowed in August, while the rate of pay gains was little changed, ADP said Thursday (Sept. 4). The private sector added 54,000 jobs during the month, a figure that was down from the revised total of 106,000 added in July, the hum…

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Polymarket Prepares for U.S. Launch Following Regulatory Clearance

Polymarket is set to expand its operations in the United States after recently securing key regulatory clearance. The prediction market platform’s upcoming U.S. launch represents a significant strategic move, potentially reshaping market dynamics while navigating the complex regulatory framework in the domestic financial space.

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Newsmax Sues Fox News for Having a ‘Monopoly’ on Right-Wing News

Lucas Ropek / gizmodo - A brawl has erupted in the rightwing media ecosystem.

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US sues robot toy maker for exposing children's data to Chinese devs

Sergiu Gatlan / bleepingcomputer - The U.S. Department of Justice has sued toy maker Apitor Technology for allegedly allowing a Chinese third party to collect children's geolocation data without their knowledge and parental consent. [...]

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US Military Conducts Lethal Strike on Drug-Carrying Vessel

US military forces have executed a lethal strike against a Venezuelan-origin drug-boat amid growing regional tensions. Officials confirmed the operation targeted vessels involved in narcotics trafficking, marking a forceful step to disrupt illicit maritime activities and stabilize a troubled zone.

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U.S. gov't revokes TSMC's authorization to ship tools to its fabs in China — special export license to be pulled by end of 2025

tomshardware - The U.S. will revoke TSMC’s special export license for its Nanjing Fab 16 by the end of 2025, potentially disrupting its 16nm and 28nm-class operations and shifting Chinese customer demand toward rivals like SMIC and HuaHong. However, SMIC vows to ensure …

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Klarna announces plans to IPO in New York

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TSMC reportedly cuts Chinese chipmaking tools from 2nm fabs as suppliers face scrutiny due to emerging new US restrictions

tomshardware - TSMC will no longer use Chinese-made equipment in its 2nm chip production lines, according to reports from both Digitimes and Nikkei Asia.

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US Ends Duty-Free Package Exemption, Imposing New Tariffs

U.S. officials have confirmed that the low-value package tariff exemption is gone for good, ushering in new tariffs on small shipments. This policy shift is set to impact consumer costs and reshape the logistics landscape in an era where e-commerce has exploded, forcing companies and buyers alike to adjust their budgets and expectations.

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US Congress Investigates Wikipedia Over Alleged Foreign Manipulation, Bias

Prabhanu Kumar Das / medianama - After the US Attorney asked for details of the Wikipedia moderation process on grounds that it allows foreign actors to manipulate information, the Congress’ House Committee on Oversight & Govt Reform has started an investigation into the matterThe post U…

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Nvidia CEO Huang says bringing Blackwell AI chip to China 'is a real possibility'

cnbc - Huang predicted the artificial intelligence market in the world's second-biggest economy will grow 50% next year.

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