VW and Uber join forces for US robotaxi rollout

April 24, 2025, 8:20 am more...

Volkswagen and Uber announced an ambitious collaboration to launch a commercial robotaxi service in the US, with plans to deploy autonomous electric vehicles in Los Angeles by late 2026. This joint venture marks a bold step towards transforming urban mobility through self-driving technology.

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betanews.com / Volkswagen and Uber bring self-driving ID. Buzz electric vans to Los Angeles

cnet.com / Uber and VW Team Up to Bring Robotaxis to a US City Near You

theinformation.com / Uber and Volkswagen’s Autonomous Mobility Subsidiary Ink Robotaxi Deal - The Information

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Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor launch $3.6B crypto investment vehicle

April 23, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

In a major crypto shakeup, Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor have joined forces to unveil a $3.6 billion crypto investing vehicle. The partnership is set to leverage deep pockets and market savvy to capitalize on emerging digital asset opportunities, signaling yet another high-stakes bet in the volatile world of crypto finance.

techinasia.com / Cantor, Tether, SoftBank launch $3.6b crypto venture

theinformation.com / Tether, Softbank, Cantor Launch Bitcoin Investing Vehicle - The Information

reuters.com/business / Cantor joins hand with SoftBank, Tether for $3.6 billion crypto venture - Reuters

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Bluesky Launches Official Blue Check Verification to Bolster Authenticity

April 21, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

Bluesky has rolled out its much-anticipated blue check verification process, confirming account legitimacy with a nod to traditional methods and a twist of decentralization. This move aims to ease user doubts over authenticity, adding a dash of accountability in an ever-changing digital landscape.

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gizmodo.com / Bluesky Launches User Verification After Initial Skepticism of Checkmarks

theverge.com / Bluesky is adding blue checks for ‘authentic and notable’ accounts

winbuzzer.com / Bluesky Rolls Out Blue Check Verification, Adds ‘Trusted Verifiers’ in Decentralized Twist

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Global Payments announces Worldpay acquisition deal amid share slump

April 17, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

Multiple sources report that Global Payments has revealed a major deal to acquire Worldpay, with reported values in the $22.7–$24 billion range. The announcement has led to a sharp fall in the company’s share price while also indicating strategic moves, including divestitures of other business segments. The deal is seen as a significant step to boost Global Payments’ capabilities in merchant services.

techinasia.com / US fintech firm Global Payments to acquire rival in $24b deal

cnbc.com / Global Payments shares plunge 17% after company announces $24 billion Worldpay deal

reuters.com/business / Global Payments doubles down on merchant services with $22.7 billion Worldpay deal - Reuters

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US-China Tariff Policy Shift Spurs Trade Reset Debate

April 13, 2025, 1:20 pm more...

Recent developments in U.S. trade policy have led to a pronounced pivot in tariff measures, particularly in relation to China. Detailed analyses reveal that the administration has reduced reciprocal tariffs to 10% and imposed a 90‑day pause on further adjustments—with significant exemptions for critical tech products—while explicitly excluding China from these benefits. Prominent figures such as Peter Thiel have voiced support for a drastic reset in U.S.-China trade relations, framing the move as part of a broader strategy to negotiate more balanced economic ties amid escalating trade tensions.

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techinasia.com / Japan PM to push US for tariff removal

techinasia.com / Trump to announce semiconductor tariffs next week

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techinasia.com / Trump’s tariff exemptions may ease China’s economic pain

techinasia.com / Taiwan’s tech stocks rise on US exemptions, TSMC drops

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U.S. Commerce Warns: Temporary Tech Tariff Exemptions May End Soon

April 13, 2025, 11:20 am more...

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated that the current tariff exemptions for consumer electronics, including laptops and smartphones, are only temporary. The announcement comes as the Trump administration pauses some tariffs while warning that additional duties might return once these provisional measures expire. This update underscores a shifting trade policy that could have significant implications for tech companies and global markets, urging businesses to brace for potential future tariff adjustments.

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zerohedge.com / Cory Booker: "There's Enough Smoke Here" To Investigate Insider Trading On Tariffs

betanews.com / Sony hikes PS5 price again but shockingly skips the USA

techinasia.com / Indian tech stocks volatile due to tariff disputes

theregister.com / Tech tariff turmoil continues as Trump admin exempts some electronics, then promises to bring taxes back

techinasia.com / US to impose separate tariffs on exempted electronic products

wsj.com / Shifting Signals on Tech Tariffs Fuel Fresh Trade Uncertainty

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