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Quantum Computing Milestone
The Willow chip demonstrates an extraordinary computational capability: Solved a computing problem in five minutes that would take a classical computer longer than the universe's entire history Developed a method to…
TikTok Shop Shows Strong Holiday Sales Despite Potential Ban Threat
NEW YORK - TikTok Shop, the e-commerce platform launched in September 2023, is experiencing significant growth during the holiday shopping season, with users spending heavily on merchandise from various brands and vendors. …
Qatar Commits £1 Billion to UK Climate Technology Investments
LONDON - Qatar has announced a £1 billion ($1.3 billion) investment in climate technology in the United Kingdom, with engineering giant Rolls-Royce set to be a primary beneficiary of the funding, the British government…
Australia Approves Strict Social Media Ban for Minors
SYDNEY - Australia has approved a landmark social media ban for children under 16, a move that has sparked intense debate and drawn mixed reactions from the public, tech companies, and policymakers. Key Details of the Ban …
South Korea Pledges $10 Billion in Loans to Bolster Chip Industry
SEOUL - South Korea plans to roll out 14 trillion won ($10 billion) in low-interest loans next year to support its semiconductor industry, the finance ministry announced on Monday, citing challenges from Chinese competition…
Amazon Doubles Down on AI, Investing an Additional $4 Billion in Anthropic
Amazon has significantly deepened its commitment to generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), pumping another $4 billion into Anthropic, a startup best known for its AI chatbot, Claude. This latest investment doubles…
Canadian Surgeons Partner with Neuralink for Brain Implant Trial
TORONTO - Canadian neurosurgeons in partnership with Elon Musk's Neuralink have received regulatory approval to recruit six patients with paralysis for a groundbreaking brain-computer interface trial that will implant a…
Bitcoin: From Historic Crashes to Today’s $98,000 Milestone
The cryptocurrency market is shining bright today, with Bitcoin reaching an astounding $98,000—a new all-time high! This positive momentum is sparking excitement among investors and enthusiasts alike, solidifying Bitcoin’s…
Russia Bans Cryptocurrency Mining in Siberian Regions Amid Winter Concerns
MOSCOW - Russia has implemented a cryptocurrency mining ban in several Siberian regions to prevent potential power shortages during the winter months, a government commission announced on Tuesday. Key Details of the Ban …
xAI Reportedly Raising $6 Billion in New Funding Round
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence venture xAI is reportedly raising up to $6 billion in a new funding round that values the company at $50 billion, according to CNBC's David Faber. The funding round is expected…
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