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11 Jun 2025

Trump's AI Czar Downplays Chip Smuggling Risks, Warns of Over-Regulation as China Closes AI Gap

David Sacks, White House AI czar, dismisses concerns about AI chip smuggling and argues against tight regulations, warning that China is rapidly catching up in AI development.

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Sam Altman's ChatGPT Energy Claims Spark Debate on AI's Environmental Impact

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's recent claims about ChatGPT's energy and water usage have ignited discussions about the environmental impact of AI technology, with experts and critics questioning the accuracy and implications of these figures.

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Amazon Security Chief Advocates for Minimal AI Regulation, Echoing Big Tech Stance

Amazon's chief security officer, Steve Schmidt, joins other tech leaders in calling for less government regulation of AI, arguing that it could hinder progress and innovation in the rapidly evolving field.

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Survey Reveals Widespread Distrust of Big Tech's Overtures to Trump Administration

A new poll shows that most Trump voters and the general public are skeptical of Big Tech's efforts to influence the president, with a majority supporting increased regulation and taxation of tech giants.

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Apple's 'Liquid Glass' Design Sparks Debate Amid AI Expectations at WWDC 2025

Apple's introduction of 'Liquid Glass' design at WWDC 2025 generates mixed reactions, with praise for innovation but criticism for potential accessibility issues and lack of major AI announcements.

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AMD Unveils Powerful MI350X and MI355X AI GPUs, Challenging Nvidia's Dominance

AMD launches new Instinct MI350X and MI355X GPUs for AI workloads, claiming significant performance gains over previous generations and competitive edge against Nvidia's offerings.

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Nvidia's N1X Arm Processor Leaks: Challenging Intel and AMD in the Laptop Market

Nvidia's rumored N1X Arm-based processor has surfaced on Geekbench, showing impressive performance that could rival top mobile offerings from Intel and AMD. This 20-core chip marks Nvidia's entry into the consumer Windows-on-Arm landscape.

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Qualcomm Launches AI R&D Center in Vietnam, Boosting Country's Tech Ambitions

Qualcomm establishes a new artificial intelligence research and development center in Vietnam, aligning with the country's national strategies and attracting global tech investment.

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OpenAI Launches o3-pro: A New Benchmark in AI Reasoning Models

OpenAI introduces o3-pro, its most advanced AI reasoning model, offering improved capabilities in mathematics, science, and coding, along with significant price reductions and new tool integrations.

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Starbucks Brews Up AI Assistant to Support Baristas, Not Replace Them

Starbucks introduces 'Green Dot Assist', an AI-powered tool to help baristas improve efficiency and customer service, as part of its strategy to revitalize sales and operations.

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Glean Secures $150M Series F Funding, Skyrocketing to $7.2B Valuation

Enterprise AI startup Glean raises $150 million in Series F funding, reaching a $7.2 billion valuation. The company's rapid growth and innovative AI-powered enterprise search platform attract major investors.

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Data Centers Driving US Power Consumption to Record Highs: EIA Forecast

The U.S. Energy Information Administration predicts record-breaking electricity consumption in 2025 and 2026, largely due to power-hungry data centers supporting AI and cryptocurrency operations.

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OpenAI Partners with Google Cloud, Boosting Alphabet's AI Infrastructure Position

OpenAI signs a cloud services deal with Google, diversifying its infrastructure beyond Microsoft Azure and strengthening Google's position in the AI cloud market.

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Qualcomm's AR1+ Gen 1 Chip Brings On-Device AI to Smart Glasses

Qualcomm unveils the Snapdragon AR1+ Gen 1 chip for smart glasses, enabling on-device AI processing and improved performance in a smaller package.

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Snap Unveils Next-Gen AR Glasses: AI-Powered Specs Set for 2026 Consumer Launch

Snap announces plans to release consumer-ready AR glasses, Specs, in 2026. The new glasses promise improved design, AI integration, and developer support, positioning Snap in the competitive smart glasses market.

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