US President-elect Donald Trump will find a way to save TikTok before a ban on the app is due to take effect this weekend, his incoming national security adviser has…
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USA: Authorities tighten control on AI chips export drawing pushback
The US is moving to impose tough new restrictions on the export of advanced computer chips and other artificial intelligence (AI) technology to dozens of countries – not just the…
China: TikTok says report of possible sale to Musk ‘pure fiction’
TikTok has called a report that China is considering allowing a sale of the social media company’s US operations to Elon Musk “pure fiction.” The firm’s comments came in response…
USA: Starbucks makes a policy U turn on non buying patrons
Starbucks says it is reversing rules for its cafes in North America that allowed people to use their facilities even if they had not bought anything. The changes, which are…
USA: Markets watchdog sues Musk over Twitter stake disclosure
The US markets watchdog has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk alleging he failed to disclose that he had amassed a stake in Twitter, allowing him to buy shares at…
USA: Egg prices surge as inflation picks up
A jump in energy and food prices hit the US last month, as progress stabilising prices remained elusive. On average, prices in December were up 2.9% compared with a year…
Finland: Nato launches new mission to protect crucial undersea cables
Nato has launched a new mission to increase the surveillance of ships in the Baltic Sea after critical undersea cables were damaged or severed last year. Nato chief Mark Rutte…
Spain: Authorities plan 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents
Spain is planning to impose a tax of up to 100% on properties bought by non-residents from countries outside the EU, such as the UK. Announcing the move, Prime Minister…
UK: Parking charges to increase for town’s polluting cars
Higher polluting vehicles will cost more to park in a county town, a local authority has proposed. Those with the highest carbon dioxide emissions would see charges more than double…