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LAST UPDATE: July 24, 2025
Trump administration seeks pathway for US companies to export AI chips
The administration is working on a framework to facilitate export of advanced AI chips to allies while retaining national security controls over China and other strategic competitors.
Insight
This signals active tech diplomacy: balancing U.S. leadership in AI with strategic containment, shaping global tech supply chains and alliances.
No plans to get Big Tech to pay digital law compliance costs, EU tech chief says
The EU tech commissioner said there are currently no proposals to force Big Tech companies to cover the costs associated with complying with new digital regulations.
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This stance may ease regulatory burden on tech giants, but leaves questions about who will fund enforcement—potentially weakening policy motivation or legitimacy.
Tally of Microsoft Victims Surges to 400 as Hackers Exploit SharePoint Flaw
The number of organizations affected by a Microsoft SharePoint security breach has grown to approximately 400, as hackers exploited a vulnerability to gain unauthorized access.
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The widening impact stresses the urgency for enterprise cybersecurity reform and may raise liability concerns for software providers.
White House Unveils Sweeping AI Action Plan to Boost Development
The White House released a comprehensive AI strategy promoting innovation, workforce training, data governance, safety standards, and federal investment.
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This plan represents a concerted federal push to maintain U.S. leadership in AI, balancing competitiveness, ethics, and national security goals.
