Donald Trump edges closer to Iran strike as military assets move into position - Financial Times
google - Donald Trump edges closer to Iran strike as military assets move into position Financial Times
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Texas Instruments commits $60 billion to U.S. semiconductor manufacturing — includes planned expansions to Texas, Utah fabs
tomshardware - Texas Instruments follows the semiconductor industry in announcing its new investments in expanding U.S. facilities, though we already knew about most of the projects.
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Amazon’s Zoox opens its first major robotaxi production facility
Sean O'Kane / techcrunch - Zoox says the facility will eventually be able to pump out 10,000 robotaxis per year.
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Trump set to delay TikTok ban with yet another extension
Ivan Mehta / techcrunch - U.S. President Donald Trump will issue another extension to decide the fate of TikTok, pushing it by 90 days, the White House said on Tuesday.
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Trump calls for Iran's unconditional surrender amid escalating tensions
In a brazen display of hardline rhetoric, President Trump has called for Iran’s unconditional surrender as tensions in the Middle East continue to rise. His stance, reflecting an aggressive pivot in regional policy, underscores the volatile interplay between American leadership and escalating conflicts in the region.
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US retail sales slump for second consecutive month amid weak auto sales
US retail sales have recorded a second consecutive monthly decline, with downturns notably linked to reduced automobile purchases and consumer pullback. Analysts warn that the slump reflects broader economic uncertainties and diminishing consumer spending, highlighting potential challenges ahead for the market.
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Trump Officials Weighed Broader China Tech Restrictions Ahead of Trade Talks
Amrith Ramkumar / wsj - Expanding export curbs on chip-making equipment was an option if London talks hadn’t gone well.
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Tinder now lets you go on double dates
Emma Roth / theverge - Tinder is no longer just a platform for solo dates. The company has announced a new “Double Date” feature rolling out in the US that will let you invite a friend to find — and match with – another pair. The feature lives within a new “Double Date” icon in…
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Justin Sun’s Tron eyes U.S. public debut via reverse merger
Crypto mogul Justin Sun is moving forward with plans to take Tron public in the United States through a reverse merger. The move, coordinated with a Trump-linked bank, marks a significant step in Tron's corporate evolution and signals the crypto sector’s continuing efforts to navigate regulatory and market challenges.
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Micron Announces $200 Billion US Investment for Chip Dominance
Micron Technology has unveiled an ambitious $200 billion investment plan in US manufacturing and R&D aimed at reinforcing its global chip dominance. The colossal strategy is set to boost production capacity and innovation in a fiercely competitive semiconductor market.
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Tracking Trump's Tariff Changes Impacting Key U.S. Products
Recent moves by the administration have sparked a flurry of tariff adjustments that are causing ripples in the market. Small retailers are left scrambling amid the policy’s impact on pricing and supply chains, while meticulous trackers monitor key product price swings as China-targeted tariffs make a comeback with renewed vigor.
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The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants
Molly Taft / wired - "The EPA is trying to get out of the climate change business,” says one expert.
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US inflation rose less than expected to 2.4% in May - Financial Times
google - US inflation rose less than expected to 2.4% in May Financial Times
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India and US advance toward interim trade deal after talks
Following an intensive four-day round of discussions, negotiators from India and the United States have made significant progress toward an interim trade deal. The development could ease longstanding trade tensions while laying the groundwork for more comprehensive negotiations in the near future.
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Markets inch up awaiting US–China trade talks outcome
Equity futures and gold registered modest gains as investors await fresh developments in US–China trade negotiations. Officials’ optimistic statements and ongoing talks have stirred market interest, even as inflation data adds to the cautious atmosphere.
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Gold prices react amid US-China trade talks tension
Gold prices have softened as developments in US-China trade talks weigh on investor sentiment, triggering a cautious market response. Both Reuters and Bloomberg reports note that cautious bullion demand and pre-talk jitters have led to a more stable gold market after previous volatility.
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Trump Deploys National Guard in LA Amid Protests
In an unmistakably theatrical move, President Trump has ordered National Guard troops into Los Angeles following pushback from state leaders and immigration raid protests. The deployment, labeled by some as over-the-top, has quickly become the talk of political circles.
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Abrego Garcia returns to US to face migrant smuggling charges
In a twist that sounds straight out of a bureaucratic thriller, authorities have brought Abrego Garcia back to the United States to face charges related to migrant smuggling. The controversial case, marked by a botched deportation and ensuing legal wrangling, highlights persistent challenges within current border enforcement policies.
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Anthropic unveils custom AI models for U.S. national security customers
Kyle Wiggers / techcrunch - Anthropic says that it has released a new set of AI models tailored for U.S. national security customers. The new models, a custom set of “Claude Gov” models, were “built based on direct feedback from our government customers to address real-world operati…
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UK fintech giant Wise to list in US in fresh blow to London Stock Exchange
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