The EU says its regulators asked Shein for documents on measures to prevent the exposure of minors to inappropriate content and the circulation of illegal items (Jenny Che/Bloomberg)

Dell Technologies Inc. and HP Inc. have issued warnings about potential memory-chip supply shortages in the upcoming year, attributing this to the surging demand driven by the expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure. This situation reflects the increasing reliance on AI technologies across various sectors, which is expected to strain supply chains.

Dell has raised its outlook for AI server shipments, indicating a positive trend in demand for its products, while HP has announced plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs by 2028 as part of a restructuring effort focused on artificial intelligence. This juxtaposition highlights the contrasting fortunes of two major players in the technology sector.

The Pentagon has identified Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., Baidu Inc., and BYD Co. as companies that provide aid to the Chinese military, as stated in a letter to Congress dated October 7. This classification comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China regarding technology and military cooperation.

The European Union (EU) has decided to back away from its previous requirement for tech companies to scan and remove Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) from their platforms. This shift indicates a reconsideration of the balance between privacy and safety in digital spaces.

Shein is facing increasing pressure from the European Union to limit the sale of childlike sex dolls and weapons on its third-party marketplace, following reports from French authorities earlier this month. This scrutiny highlights concerns over the appropriateness of such products being available online.

Zoom Communications Inc. reported a 4.4% year-over-year increase in Q3 revenue, reaching $1.23 billion, surpassing the estimated $1.21 billion. Enterprise revenue also rose by 6.1% to $741.4 million, with a positive forecast for Q4 revenue, indicating strong demand for its expanded suite of business tools.

Paris-based accounting software startup Pennylane is reportedly in discussions for a $200 million investment led by TCV, aiming for a valuation of $4.25 billion, a significant increase from its previous €2 billion valuation in April. This potential funding round highlights the company's rapid growth and increasing market confidence.

Big Tech companies are increasingly taking on significant debt to finance their artificial intelligence initiatives, raising concerns among investors about the sustainability of this financial strategy. In November, investors withdrew $3.5 billion from Bitcoin ETFs, marking a troubling trend for the cryptocurrency market as it heads toward its worst monthly performance since the 2022 collapse.