Germany hopes new data center can help bring 'digital sovereignty'

Key White House officials are urging lawmakers on Capitol Hill to exclude AI chip export restrictions to China from the annual defense policy bill. This push reflects ongoing strategic considerations regarding technology and national security as the U.S. navigates its relationship with China.

US President Donald Trump stated that investment in artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly benefiting the economy. However, he expressed concerns that overregulation could hinder the US's competitive edge against China in the AI sector.

US officials are reportedly indicating that semiconductor tariffs may not be imposed soon, reflecting a more cautious stance from the Trump administration regarding China. This potential delay comes amid ongoing trade tensions and strategic considerations in US-China relations.

Experts warn that reliance on foreign-made open models poses significant risks to the US supply chain and innovation in artificial intelligence. This dependency could hinder the country's competitive edge against China in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

China has urged the United States to refrain from interfering in Venezuela's internal affairs, in response to the U.S.'s increasing military presence in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. This statement reflects China's position on maintaining peace in Latin America.

The Netherlands has temporarily halted its efforts to seize control of the Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, a move seen as a gesture of goodwill aimed at easing tensions in the ongoing EU-China dispute. This decision comes amid concerns over the impact on global car supply chains, which have been affected by semiconductor shortages.

LearnUpon, based in Dublin, has acquired Courseau, a German AI course creator. This acquisition is expected to enable businesses to generate content 50 times faster, enhancing the efficiency of learning and training processes.

In late September, Deutsche Lufthansa AG announced plans to cut 4,000 administrative jobs by the end of the decade, attributing part of this decision to the increased use of artificial intelligence. This move reflects a growing trend among companies to leverage AI for operational efficiencies, often at the expense of human jobs.