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01.16.25

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Why ‘Beating China’ in AI Brings Its Own Risks

BY WILL KNIGHT | 5-MINUTE READ

The US is increasingly intent on winning the AI race with China. Experts say this ignores the benefits of collaboration—and the danger of unintended consequences.

Also in the news:
● A new jam-packed Biden executive order tackles cybersecurity, AI, and more
● Biden’s cyber ambassador urges Trump not to cede ground to Russia and China in global tech fight

Los Angeles Needs to Fireproof Communities, Not Just Houses

BY MATT REYNOLDS | 4-MINUTE READ

After the devastation of the Los Angeles fires, officials are ready to rebuild. But defending against future fires requires thinking about more than buildings.

✚ Plus: Why it’s so confusing to determine air quality in Los Angeles right now

The First Bitcoin President? Tracing Trump’s Crypto Connections

BY JOEL KHALILI | 5-MINUTE READ

Crypto execs funneled millions in donations to swing this election, and now their man is in charge. Here’s how Donald Trump’s “crypto cabinet” could shape the next four years.

✚ Also in the news: Not many Meta employees will have to move to Texas after all

How Much Are Donald Trump’s Truth Social Shares Worth?

BY BRIAN BARRETT AND DHRUV MEHROTRA | 1-MINUTE READ

The incoming president of the United States is also a social media mogul. We’re keeping a running tally of his stake in Truth Social—and how his fortunes change with its ups and downs.

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