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Hamilton Index 2026: China’s Dominance in Advanced Industries Expands
The ITIF's Hamilton Index reveals China's growing lead in advanced industries, with visualizations highlighting Canada's underperformance. The report underscores shifting global tech power balances.
EU Cloud Law to Prevent Europe Becoming US Tech 'Colony'
A European Commission official advocates for cloud regulations to ensure digital sovereignty and avoid dependency on American tech giants. This aims to bolster Europe's position in cloud computing.
TikTok Algorithm Favored Republican Content in 2024 US Elections
A study finds TikTok's algorithm boosted Republican-leaning content during the 2024 elections, raising concerns over platform bias in political discourse. The Guardian reports on the implications for social media influence.
AMD Shares Soar on Blockbuster AI-Fueled Forecast
Advanced Micro Devices reported strong CPU demand driven by AI, sending shares climbing; Bloomberg notes renewed market optimism for semiconductors. This boosts Nasdaq amid tech rally.
Global Tablet Market Grows Marginally 0.1% in Q1 2026
Omdia reports tablet shipments at 37 million units, led by Latin America but driven by inventory, not demand; Apple leads, Huawei and Lenovo grow, Samsung declines. Weak outlook persists.
OpenAI Violated Canadian Privacy Laws, Watchdogs Say
Federal and provincial privacy regulators accuse OpenAI of breaching Canadian laws, marking a significant scrutiny on AI firms' data practices. Betakit covers the investigation findings.
SpaceX Eyes $119B 'Terafab' Chip Factory in Texas
SpaceX may invest up to $119 billion in a massive chip fabrication plant in Texas to support its ambitions, per TechCrunch. This highlights surging chip needs for space tech.
Samsung Hits $1 Trillion Milestone, Boosts Korean Stocks
Samsung became the second Asian firm to reach $1 trillion market cap, pushing KOSPI past 7000 for the first time amid tech sector rally. Bloomberg Tech reports the achievement.
NIH Grant Cuts Disproportionately Affect Minority and Female Scientists
Nature reports that recent NIH funding reductions hit minority and female researchers hardest, impacting diversity in R&D. This raises concerns for innovation equity.
Apple to Allow Users to Choose Rival AI Models
Apple plans to let users select competing AI models, opening its ecosystem amid AI competition; discussed in Bloomberg Tech alongside market gains. This enhances user choice in AI tools.
How Much of Scientific Literature is AI-Generated?
Nature investigates the rising use of AI in producing scientific papers, questioning authenticity and volume in research output. This emerges as a key digital policy issue.
China's Semiconductor Catch-Up Decoded via Innovation Systems
A study in Industry and Innovation analyzes China's rapid technological advancement in semiconductors using an innovation systems approach. It details strategies behind the catch-up.