Chinese Open-Weight AI Model Sparks Security Concerns for Cyber Threat Landscape
China’s advanced open-weight AI model, comparable to leading US counterparts, raises alarms over potential misuse by hackers due to its accessibility and modifiability.
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Trade & Tariffs
Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Countries Imposing Digital Service Taxes on U.S. Firms
Former President Trump warned of immediate 100% tariffs on imports from countries taxing U.S. digital services, escalating tensions with European nations.
AI & Tech Regulation
Ticketing Coalition Urges Rejection of Live Nation-DOJ Settlement Amid CEO’s White House Meeting
The Coalition for Ticket Fairness demands the court reject the Live Nation-DOJ settlement after revelations that Live Nation’s CEO met President Trump just before the deal was finalized.
Trade & Tariffs
New U.S. Bill Targets AI Cloud Computing to Close Export Control Loopholes
Bipartisan lawmakers introduce legislation to stop China and others from accessing advanced U.S. AI computing power via cloud services, addressing gaps in current export controls.
AI & Tech Regulation
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Propose National Moratorium on New AI Data Centers
Senators Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez seek a federal pause on large AI data center projects to address rising energy use, environmental impact, and community concerns nationwide.
Energy & Climate
China’s Battery Leader CATL Advances Sodium-Ion Tech Amid Lithium Market Instability
CATL, the world’s largest battery maker, accelerates its shift toward sodium-ion energy storage as lithium supply remains volatile and global demand for grid storage surges.
Trade & Tariffs
U.S. Soybean Meal Demand Rises Amid Uncertainty Over China’s Purchases
Strong U.S. soybean meal exports provide new market opportunities as China’s commitment to buying American soybeans remains uncertain due to ongoing trade barriers.
Markets & Macro
Morgan Stanley Foresees No Fed Rate Hikes This Year Despite Inflation Concerns
Morgan Stanley predicts the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates steady throughout the year, although inflation risks and employment trends could prompt a rate increase.
AI & Tech Regulation
Peter Diamandis Endorses AI Surveillance, Sparking Renewed Privacy Concerns
Peter Diamandis joined high-profile voices supporting AI-driven surveillance, fueling debate over its impact on privacy and societal behavior in an increasingly monitored world.
Energy & Climate
Ghana Joins Global Coalition to Expand Carbon Markets and Boost Climate Finance
Ghana has officially become a member of the Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets, aiming to enhance climate financing and support sustainable environmental development.