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Dec 2024
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Deep Dive: Big Tech's AI Land Grab

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In this week's deep dive episode of The Rundown, we explore how Big Tech is positioning itself as a dominant player in the race for artificial intelligence. As tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta push to control this next frontier, the Trump administration is taking a hard stance on regulating their power. With antitrust investigations and new policies on the horizon, these companies face increasing pressure to balance innovation with government scrutiny.


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