Tag #Technology

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Trump Reinstates TikTok After US Ban

President-elect Donald Trump restored TikTok's service in the US on Sunday, hours after a federal ban took effect, claiming to have saved the app for over 170 million users and 7 million small businesses; he plans a joint venture with a US company to ensure its continued operation.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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US Bans TikTok: 170 Million Users Affected

On Sunday, July 2nd, 2024, the US effectively banned TikTok due to national security concerns about its Chinese ownership (ByteDance), impacting 170 million users and potentially influencing global social media dynamics.

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36% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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TikTok Ban Upheld: 170 Million Users Affected, Algorithm's Addictive Nature Highlighted

The US Supreme Court upheld a TikTok ban citing national security concerns, causing a 12-hour shutdown affecting 170 million users; internal documents show 35 minutes of use hooks users, impacting digital culture and content consumption across platforms.

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Reduced Inequality
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AI Model GPT-4b Boosts Stem Cell Reprogramming Efficiency 50-fold

OpenAI and Retro Biosciences' AI model, GPT-4b, shows 50 times increased efficiency in applying Yamanaka factors for stem cell reprogramming, potentially revolutionizing regenerative medicine and extending human lifespan, though ethical considerations and peer review are necessary.

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44% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
smh.com.au
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TikTok Ban Temporarily Halted; Sale Remains Uncertain

A US federal ban on TikTok went into effect on Sunday but was temporarily suspended by President-elect Trump, giving ByteDance more time to find a buyer; several parties have expressed interest, but the sale is complicated by national security concerns surrounding the algorithm.

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52% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Boeing Faces Pressure from Activist Investors and Potential Buffett Investment

Activist investors and potentially Warren Buffett are circling Boeing, creating pressure on the aerospace giant to address financial issues, manufacturing delays, and reputational damage caused by the 737 MAX grounding and the COVID-19 pandemic.

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44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
dw.com
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US Bans TikTok: Global Precedent Set for Social Media Regulation

Following a unanimous Supreme Court decision, a US law banning TikTok came into effect on January 19th, resulting in the app's removal from app stores and its website closure, impacting 160 million users and setting a global precedent for social media regulation.

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68% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
europe.chinadaily.com.cn
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AI's Energy Consumption: A \$1 Trillion Infrastructure Challenge

The escalating energy demands of AI, projected to consume over \$1 trillion in infrastructure and potentially double data center energy consumption by 2026, necessitate global policy interventions and technological innovations to mitigate its environmental impact, while balancing its potential benef...

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Climate Action
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Perplexity AI Bids to Merge with TikTok U.S.

Perplexity AI bid to merge with TikTok U.S. and new capital partners was submitted to ByteDance on Saturday; the deal, valued at over $50 billion, would integrate video into Perplexity and maintain most ByteDance investor equity.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
cnn.com
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TikTok Restored in US After Trump Intervention; Future Uncertain

On Sunday, TikTok briefly shut down in the US before resuming access after incoming President Trump promised to delay enforcement of a law requiring its sale to a US entity due to national security concerns; the app's future depends on negotiations and a potential sale.

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48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Future of Work: AI, Upskilling, Wellbeing, and Culture Take Center Stage

The future of work involves increasing AI integration, continuous upskilling, a focus on employee wellbeing, a return to office work with improved experiences, and a demand for strong workplace cultures and leadership, demanding proactive adaptation from both individuals and organizations.

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32% Bias Score

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UK's First Keyhole Brain Tumor Removal via Eye Socket

A UK nurse became the first person to have a meningioma brain tumor removed through a minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed through her eye socket in Leeds, offering a less risky alternative to traditional methods.

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48% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being