In a surprising turn of events, Big Tech’s support for President Trump has not turned out as expected. Despite their initial backing for Trump in hopes of an acceleration in their favor, they have ended up with a deceleration instead.
One example of this is Trump’s decision to delay the ban on TikTok once again, leaving tech companies uncertain about the future of the popular app. Reports have surfaced that Amazon is looking to buy TikTok in the U.S., adding to the uncertainty surrounding the app’s future.
Meanwhile, in China, AI-powered humanoid robots are being tested in factories, raising concerns about the invasion of these robots into homes in the future.
In the world of space exploration, Boeing’s Starliner flight to the space station turned out to be more eventful than expected. On the other hand, SpaceX has secured new contracts that will make them the top launch provider for the U.S. military.
In a more somber note, Eric Raymond and John Carmack mourn the death of Dave Taut, known for his work fighting against ‘bufferbloat’.
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