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US Dollar Hits Three-Year Low, Gold Surges to $3,500 as Markets React to Trump’s Fed Criticism and Tariff Moves
The US dollar has dropped to a three-year low following intensified attacks by Donald Trump on Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell and sweeping tariff announcements. The greenback’s slump has sent shockwaves through financial markets, while gold surged past $3,500 per ounce as investors rushed to safe-haven assets. The sudden drop in the dollar triggered a […] More
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U.S. Court Rules Shopify Must Face Data Privacy Lawsuit Over Customer Tracking
A U.S. appeals court has decided that Shopify, a popular Canadian e-commerce company, must face a lawsuit in California over claims it collected personal data from shoppers without their permission. The court’s ruling could make it easier for people in the U.S. to sue internet-based companies for privacy violations, even if those companies are based […] More
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Electronic Music Surpasses Indie in Popularity on TikTok in the US
Music trends are always changing, and now, a new shift is happening on TikTok. Last year, electronic music took the lead over indie and alternative music in terms of views on the platform. Videos tagged with #ElectronicMusic got more than 13 billion views worldwide, which is 45% higher than in 2023. This shows that while […] More
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Microsoft Employees in the US Protest Company’s Role in Israel’s War on Gaza, Say Situation is “Close to a Tipping Point”
Microsoft, one of the biggest tech companies in the world, is facing growing anger from its own employees over its business ties with Israel during the war in Gaza. Many workers at Microsoft believe the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing services are being used by the Israeli military in ways that harm Palestinians. […] More
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US Survey Reveals Elon Musk and AI Misuse as Major Threats to Company Reputations
A recent survey of over 100 international public affairs leaders has found that companies risk serious damage to their reputations if they associate with billionaire Elon Musk or misuse artificial intelligence. The study, conducted by the Global Risk Advisory Council, warns businesses to be careful about aligning themselves with controversial figures or unethical AI practices. […] More
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Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders in the US Start April 24 After Tariff-Related Delay
The wait is finally over for gaming fans as Nintendo has officially announced that preorders for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 will begin on April 24, 2025. This comes after an unexpected delay from the original preorder date of April 9, which was caused by recent changes in U.S. import tariffs. The company wanted […] More
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US-China Trade Tensions: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Visits China for Key Talks
In a bold move, Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, has traveled to China for important business talks. This visit comes at a time when the United States and China are locked in a fierce trade battle, with both countries imposing heavy taxes (called tariffs) on each other’s goods. These tensions have made it difficult for tech […] More
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US Launches Investigation Into Semiconductor Imports, May Introduce New Tariffs
The US government has started a new investigation into the import of computer chips and electronic products. This could lead to new taxes (called tariffs) on these items to protect national security and boost local manufacturing. The decision comes after earlier talks about exempting some tech products from tariffs. What Is the Investigation About? The […] More
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Amazon Asks US Sellers How Trump’s Tariffs Are Affecting Their Business
Amazon is contacting small and medium-sized sellers in the US to understand how new tariffs (extra taxes on imported goods) introduced by former President Donald Trump are impacting their businesses. The company wants to know if these taxes are making it harder for sellers to source products, set prices, or ship goods to Amazon warehouses. […] More
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US Accused by China of Launching Sophisticated Cyberattacks on Critical Infrastructure
China has publicly accused the United States of carrying out advanced cyberattacks targeting its critical industries. The allegations claim that the US National Security Agency (NSA) was involved in hacking attempts during the Asian Winter Games in February. Chinese authorities have even named three alleged NSA agents and accused American universities of playing a role […] More