TSMC Plans Historic $100B Investment in US Semiconductor Manufacturing
Taiwan's TSMC is set to announce a groundbreaking $100 billion investment in US chip manufacturing facilities over the next four years. This landmark move, expected to be revealed by President Trump, represents one of the largest foreign investments in US manufacturing history and aims to boost domestic semiconductor production.
Intel Breakup Looms as TSMC and Broadcom Consider Split Acquisition
Tech giants TSMC and Broadcom are exploring potential separate acquisitions of Intel's operations, with Broadcom eyeing chip design while TSMC considers manufacturing facilities. The complex deal faces significant hurdles, including U.S. government concerns over foreign ownership of strategic semiconductor assets.
TikTok Makes Triumphant Return to US App Stores After 26-Day Ban
TikTok has reemerged on US app marketplaces following a temporary ban under foreign app control legislation. The comeback was enabled by a Justice Department letter and presidential order, though the app's long-term fate remains uncertain pending ownership negotiations.
Rivian Expands Commercial EV Market: Electric Vans Now Available to All US Businesses
Rivian breaks free from Amazon exclusivity, offering its commercial electric vans to all US businesses with models starting at $79,900. The move marks a strategic shift as the company aims to capitalize on the growing commercial EV market while introducing software subscription services.
Waymo Plans Major Expansion of Self-Driving Car Tests Across 10 New Cities
Waymo announces ambitious plans to expand its autonomous vehicle testing program to 10 new cities in 2025, starting with Las Vegas and San Diego. The expansion represents one of the largest single-year deployments in the industry, showcasing growing confidence in the company's self-driving technology.
US Restricts Swiss Access to Advanced AI Chips in Export Control Shift
The United States has excluded Switzerland from a list of allied nations with unrestricted access to advanced AI processors, impacting Swiss research and business. The move places Switzerland under quota restrictions while granting unlimited access to 18 other trusted allies.
TikTok CEO Courts Trump's Favor as US Ban Deadline Looms
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew makes a direct appeal to President-elect Trump just days before a potential nationwide ban. With over 60 billion views on Trump's content, Chew praises his understanding of the platform while seeking solutions to prevent the app's shutdown.
New York's $15 Broadband Law Takes Effect Despite Industry Opposition
New York implements landmark legislation requiring ISPs to provide affordable internet plans starting at $15 monthly for low-income residents. The law overcame multiple legal challenges from broadband providers and arrives as federal assistance programs expire, potentially benefiting 1.7 million households.
OpenAI Proposes Groundbreaking Government Data-Sharing Plan to Counter China's AI Ambitions
OpenAI unveils an ambitious economic blueprint calling for unprecedented access to U.S. government data, including sensitive national security information, to maintain America's AI leadership. The proposal emphasizes infrastructure development while raising questions about privacy and security implications.
Supreme Court Signals Skepticism Over TikTok's Future in the United States
The Supreme Court hearing on TikTok's fate reveals strong judicial skepticism about the platform's continued operation in the US, with justices raising concerns about national security and data privacy. The social media giant faces potential ban as justices question ByteDance's foreign ownership and influence.