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.
US Defense Department Blacklists Tencent as Military Company, Shares Tumble
Tencent Holdings faces severe market impact after being designated as a Chinese military company by the US Department of Defense. The tech giant's shares dropped over 7% following the announcement, which could lead to US exchange delisting and removal from global indexes.
Apple Expands Digital Driver's License Support to Seven More U.S. States
Apple is extending its digital ID program to allow residents of seven additional states to add driver's licenses to their Apple Wallet. The expansion builds upon existing support in nine states and Puerto Rico, enabling digital ID verification at TSA checkpoints across 16 U.S. airports.
US Government Considers TP-Link Router Ban Over National Security Concerns
Federal authorities may ban TP-Link routers by 2025 due to cybersecurity concerns and potential state-sponsored attack vulnerabilities. The ban could greatly impact US consumers and businesses, as TP-Link controls 65% of the domestic router market.