December 2024
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Chicxulub Impact, Not Volcanism, Primarily Caused Cretaceous-Paleogene Extinction
A new study using fossil molecule analysis in North American sediments concludes that the Deccan Traps volcanism, though causing a temporary 5-degree Celsius cooling 30,000 years before the Chicxulub impact, did not cause the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction; the impact was the primary cause.
Chicxulub Impact, Not Volcanism, Primarily Caused Cretaceous-Paleogene Extinction
A new study using fossil molecule analysis in North American sediments concludes that the Deccan Traps volcanism, though causing a temporary 5-degree Celsius cooling 30,000 years before the Chicxulub impact, did not cause the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction; the impact was the primary cause.
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48% Bias Score
China Urges Inclusive AI Governance at UN Security Council
At a UN Security Council briefing, China's ambassador urged for inclusive AI governance, opposing discriminatory barriers and advocating for the Global Digital Compact to ensure equitable access to AI technology for developing countries, particularly highlighting initiatives to prevent AI's misuse i...
China Urges Inclusive AI Governance at UN Security Council
At a UN Security Council briefing, China's ambassador urged for inclusive AI governance, opposing discriminatory barriers and advocating for the Global Digital Compact to ensure equitable access to AI technology for developing countries, particularly highlighting initiatives to prevent AI's misuse i...
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36% Bias Score
China's Trade Fairs: Driving Global Supply Chains
China's physical trade fairs, such as the China International Supply Chain Expo and Canton Fair, attract global buyers seeking direct engagement with suppliers, showcasing a wide range of products from traditional goods to cutting-edge technologies like electric vehicles and humanoid robots, highlig...
China's Trade Fairs: Driving Global Supply Chains
China's physical trade fairs, such as the China International Supply Chain Expo and Canton Fair, attract global buyers seeking direct engagement with suppliers, showcasing a wide range of products from traditional goods to cutting-edge technologies like electric vehicles and humanoid robots, highlig...
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40% Bias Score
China Drafts First Law to Boost Private Sector Development
China is creating its first law to protect and promote private sector development, aiming to improve the business environment and boost economic growth by ensuring fair competition, equal access to government resources, and fostering innovation; the draft is currently being reviewed by the National ...
China Drafts First Law to Boost Private Sector Development
China is creating its first law to protect and promote private sector development, aiming to improve the business environment and boost economic growth by ensuring fair competition, equal access to government resources, and fostering innovation; the draft is currently being reviewed by the National ...
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20% Bias Score
Ford Donates $1 Million to Trump's Inauguration
Ford Motor Co. will donate $1 million and vehicles for President-elect Trump's inauguration, following similar contributions from several tech companies seeking to strengthen relationships with the incoming administration; corporate donations to inaugural committees are allowed and unlimited.
Ford Donates $1 Million to Trump's Inauguration
Ford Motor Co. will donate $1 million and vehicles for President-elect Trump's inauguration, following similar contributions from several tech companies seeking to strengthen relationships with the incoming administration; corporate donations to inaugural committees are allowed and unlimited.
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52% Bias Score
Qualcomm Wins Arm Lawsuit: Implications for Licensing and Royalties
A jury ruled that Qualcomm didn't breach its agreement with Nuvia, allowing it to continue using Nuvia technology for custom CPUs, but couldn't decide on Nuvia's potential breach; this impacts Arm's royalty revenue and future licensing strategies.
Qualcomm Wins Arm Lawsuit: Implications for Licensing and Royalties
A jury ruled that Qualcomm didn't breach its agreement with Nuvia, allowing it to continue using Nuvia technology for custom CPUs, but couldn't decide on Nuvia's potential breach; this impacts Arm's royalty revenue and future licensing strategies.
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40% Bias Score
Record Investment Fuels China's NEV Sector Growth
Avatr, Changan's NEV brand, raised $1.51 billion in Series C funding, the largest in China's auto industry this year, to fuel expansion, R&D, and its 2026 IPO, while U Power and Nio secured substantial investments to boost production and international presence.
Record Investment Fuels China's NEV Sector Growth
Avatr, Changan's NEV brand, raised $1.51 billion in Series C funding, the largest in China's auto industry this year, to fuel expansion, R&D, and its 2026 IPO, while U Power and Nio secured substantial investments to boost production and international presence.
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60% Bias Score
China's FDI Plunges, Prompting Policy Overhaul
China's FDI utilization fell 29.8 percent year-on-year to $95.14 billion in the first ten months of 2024, prompting policy changes including new government procurement regulations, eased restrictions in telecommunications and healthcare, and a revised market access system to attract foreign investme...
China's FDI Plunges, Prompting Policy Overhaul
China's FDI utilization fell 29.8 percent year-on-year to $95.14 billion in the first ten months of 2024, prompting policy changes including new government procurement regulations, eased restrictions in telecommunications and healthcare, and a revised market access system to attract foreign investme...
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36% Bias Score
Amazon Autos Disrupts Car Buying, Targeting $20.8B Advertising Market
Amazon's new car-buying platform, Amazon Autos, partners with Hyundai to sell new vehicles online in 48 major U.S. cities, handling financing and paperwork digitally and offering a personalized advertising experience.
Amazon Autos Disrupts Car Buying, Targeting $20.8B Advertising Market
Amazon's new car-buying platform, Amazon Autos, partners with Hyundai to sell new vehicles online in 48 major U.S. cities, handling financing and paperwork digitally and offering a personalized advertising experience.
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60% Bias Score
Pharmaceutical Industry Faces 2025 Inflection Point Amidst Global Cost Pressures
Global pharmaceutical manufacturers face increasing pressure to lower drug prices in 2025 due to government regulations (e.g., the Inflation Reduction Act), payer consolidation, and consumer cost concerns; requiring manufacturers to prioritize long-term value, evidence-based decision-making, and str...
Pharmaceutical Industry Faces 2025 Inflection Point Amidst Global Cost Pressures
Global pharmaceutical manufacturers face increasing pressure to lower drug prices in 2025 due to government regulations (e.g., the Inflation Reduction Act), payer consolidation, and consumer cost concerns; requiring manufacturers to prioritize long-term value, evidence-based decision-making, and str...
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44% Bias Score
Bank of America Bullish on Semiconductors Despite Predicted Shift in 2025
Bank of America forecasts 15% growth in semiconductor sales to $725 billion in 2025, driven by AI investments and strong memory sales, but predicts a shift in investor interest towards less-crowded sectors in the second half of the year, with China export restrictions posing a short-term risk.
Bank of America Bullish on Semiconductors Despite Predicted Shift in 2025
Bank of America forecasts 15% growth in semiconductor sales to $725 billion in 2025, driven by AI investments and strong memory sales, but predicts a shift in investor interest towards less-crowded sectors in the second half of the year, with China export restrictions posing a short-term risk.
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48% Bias Score
Gonzales Compares Musk's Influence to a Prime Minister's in Government Funding Bill Negotiations
Rep. Tony Gonzales compared Elon Musk to a prime minister due to his significant influence on the government funding bill's revisions, praising Musk's vocal opposition that, along with President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance's opposition, led to a smaller version of the bill passing.
Gonzales Compares Musk's Influence to a Prime Minister's in Government Funding Bill Negotiations
Rep. Tony Gonzales compared Elon Musk to a prime minister due to his significant influence on the government funding bill's revisions, praising Musk's vocal opposition that, along with President-elect Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance's opposition, led to a smaller version of the bill passing.
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52% Bias Score