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Nvidia and AMD Get U.S. Approval to Resume Chip Sales in China

Nvidia and AMD Get U.S. Approval to Resume Chip Sales in China

July 21, 2025, 4:11 pm EDT
DCSA Unveils 2025-2030 IT Strategy to Strengthen Defense Digital Ecosystem

DCSA Unveils 2025-2030 IT Strategy to Strengthen Defense Digital Ecosystem

July 21, 2025, 4:39 pm EDT
U.S. House Approves Two Crypto Bills to Boost Legitimacy

U.S. House Approves Two Crypto Bills to Boost Legitimacy

July 24, 2025, 11:32 am EDT
NVIDIA Becomes First Company to Hit $4 Trillion Market Cap Amid AI Boom

NVIDIA Becomes First Company to Hit $4 Trillion Market Cap Amid AI Boom

July 21, 2025, 4:30 pm EDT
iPhone 17 Air Battery Capacity Leaked: Under 3,000mAh, Highlighting Design vs. Endurance Trade-off

iPhone 17 Air Battery Capacity Leaked: Under 3,000mAh, Highlighting Design vs. Endurance Trade-off

July 21, 2025, 5:12 pm EDT
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Intel Drops Out of Top 10 Semiconductor Companies, Faces $16.6B Quarterly Loss

Intel Drops Out of Top 10 Semiconductor Companies, Faces $16.6B Quarterly Loss

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan publicly acknowledged in a recent internal meeting that the company has fallen out of the global top 10 semiconductor firms due to years of strategic missteps, revealing a staggering $16.6 billion loss in Q3 2024 . This marks the worst quarterly performance in Intel’s 57-year history, driven by $15.9 billion in accelerated depreciation costs tied to underperforming Intel 7 manufacturing assets and Mobileye’s goodwill impairment . To reverse its fortunes, the board approved a new strategy centered on edge AI and agent AI, coupled with global layoffs and business restructuri

U.S. Launches National Security Probe into Drone, Polysilicon Imports

U.S. Launches National Security Probe into Drone, Polysilicon Imports

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced on July 14 that the Trump administration has initiated an investigation into imports of drones and polysilicon—a semiconductor material—to assess their impact on U.S. national security. The Section 232 probe, which began quietly on July 1 without public disclosure, could pave the way for higher tariffs on these imports.

Malaysia Imposes Controls on AI Chip Exports

Malaysia Imposes Controls on AI Chip Exports

Malaysia’s Ministry of International Trade and Industry announced on July 14 that all U.S.-made high-end AI chips must now secure a "strategic goods trade license" and notify authorities 30 days in advance for export, transshipment, or transit through the country. Individuals or firms evading controls face severe legal penalties. Malaysia also stated it is considering adding U.S. high-end AI chips to its strategic goods list.

Nvidia and AMD Get U.S. Approval to Resume Chip Sales in China

Nvidia and AMD Get U.S. Approval to Resume Chip Sales in China

Foreign media reports that Nvidia and AMD have received U.S. government support to restart AI chip exports to China. Nvidia announced it will resume selling the China-customized H20 chip and launch a new compliant product, the RTXPRO GPU. CEO Jensen Huang stated in Beijing that the Chinese market is "vital" to the company, with H20 ready: "We are very pleased to ship as soon as possible."

EU May Withdraw Digital Tax Plan, Easing Pressure on U.S. Tech Giants

EU May Withdraw Digital Tax Plan, Easing Pressure on U.S. Tech Giants

Foreign media reported on July 15 that the European Commission has formally withdrawn its plan to impose a digital tax on major tech companies during the latest budget negotiations. The decision is seen as a key compromise in EU-U.S. trade talks, temporarily relieving U.S. tech giants like Apple and Meta from heavy tax pressures, while the EU paves the way for broader trade agreements by adjusting its fiscal strategy.

Meta Declines to Sign EU's Voluntary AI Code Amid Regulatory Impasse

Meta Declines to Sign EU's Voluntary AI Code Amid Regulatory Impasse

Meta has confirmed it will not sign the European Union's voluntary code of conduct for general-purpose artificial intelligence, just two weeks before the bloc's binding Artificial Intelligence Act takes effect on August 2, 2025. The social media giant cited "legal uncertainty" introduced by the voluntary guidelines and argued they exceed the scope of existing regulations, creating potential compliance risks for companies.

NVIDIA Becomes First Company to Hit $4 Trillion Market Cap Amid AI Boom

NVIDIA Becomes First Company to Hit $4 Trillion Market Cap Amid AI Boom

During the early trading session on July 9, NVIDIA's stock surged nearly 2.8% to $164.42 (approximately ¥1,178.58), briefly pushing its total market capitalization beyond $4 trillion. This milestone makes NVIDIA the first company globally to achieve this feat. Currently, only three companies exceed $3 trillion in valuation: Microsoft ranks second at $3.75 trillion, followed by Apple at $3.14 trillion

DCSA Unveils 2025-2030 IT Strategy to Strengthen Defense Digital Ecosystem

DCSA Unveils 2025-2030 IT Strategy to Strengthen Defense Digital Ecosystem

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) on July 9 released its 2025-2030 IT Strategic Plan, outlining six core objectives to modernize defense cybersecurity, enhance data-driven decision-making, and foster collaboration with industry and academia. The initiative aims to create a secure digital ecosystem aligned with the Pentagon’s broader digital transformation goals, particularly supporting the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO) in advancing AI integration and governance .

U.S. Department of Defense Becomes Largest Shareholder of MP Materials, Accelerating Domestic Rare Earth Supply Chain

U.S. Department of Defense Becomes Largest Shareholder of MP Materials, Accelerating Domestic Rare Earth Supply Chain

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has taken a historic step by acquiring a 15% stake in MP Materials through a $400 million preferred stock purchase, making it the largest shareholder of the U.S.-based rare earth producer . This move aims to address critical national security vulnerabilities by reducing reliance on foreign (particularly Chinese) rare earth supplies, which are essential for advanced military systems, electric vehicles, and renewable energy technologies.

iPhone 17 Air Battery Capacity Leaked: Under 3,000mAh, Highlighting Design vs. Endurance Trade-off

iPhone 17 Air Battery Capacity Leaked: Under 3,000mAh, Highlighting Design vs. Endurance Trade-off

Recent leaked reports suggest that Apple's upcoming ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air will be equipped with a battery capacity of approximately 2,800 mAh, a figure that not only falls below the industry-standard 3,000 mAh threshold but also smaller than the battery capacities of all models in the current iPhone 16 series.

Nintendo Expands Switch Online Playtest Program to 40,000 Users, Teasing New Online Service for Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo Expands Switch Online Playtest Program to 40,000 Users, Teasing New Online Service for Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo has announced the second iteration of its Switch Online Playtest Program, opening applications on July 18th to 40,000 Switch Online + Expansion Pack members for a closed beta of an unannounced online service. This marks a significant expansion from the 10,000 participants in the 2024 trial, quadrupling the user base to gather broader feedback ahead of a potential full launch. The test will run from July 29th to August 11th, 2025, and supports both the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, signaling strategic alignment with the next-gen console’s launch plans .

StackSocial Offers Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License for $9.97 Ahead of Windows 10 Support End

StackSocial Offers Windows 11 Pro Lifetime License for $9.97 Ahead of Windows 10 Support End

Online marketplace StackSocial is currently running a limited-time promotion, offering lifetime license keys for Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at a heavily discounted price of $9.97—down from the original $199. The deal is set to expire on July 20 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time, making it a time-sensitive opportunity for users looking to upgrade their operating systems.

Twitch to Exit Russian Market Amid Regulatory Pressures, Facing $800,000 in Fines

Twitch to Exit Russian Market Amid Regulatory Pressures, Facing $800,000 in Fines

Amazon-owned live streaming platform Twitch is planning a full withdrawal from the Russian market, citing concerns over economic viability and mounting regulatory pressures, according to recent reports.

Brazilian Retail Rebounds in May: Street Commerce Drives Recovery, Holidays and Climate Play Pivotal Roles

Brazilian Retail Rebounds in May: Street Commerce Drives Recovery, Holidays and Climate Play Pivotal Roles

SAO PAULO, Brazil, June 25 (News Wire) – Brazil's retail sector staged a recovery in May, with foot traffic at physical stores rising 1.86% year-on-year, marking a significant turnaround from April's 3.99% decline. This rebound was primarily fueled by a robust 3.8% surge in street commerce, according to Seed Digital's Retail Purchase Intent Index (IICV Seed).

South Korea's Retail Market Rebounds in May: Double-Digit Online Growth, Luxury Goods Drive First Offline Rise in Four Months

South Korea's Retail Market Rebounds in May: Double-Digit Online Growth, Luxury Goods Drive First Offline Rise in Four Months

South Korea's retail sector showed signs of recovery in May, with offline sales returning to growth after a four-month slump, driven by strong demand for high-value products, data from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy revealed on Wednesday.

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