China continues to show signs that it might not need American AI chips much longer. A weird story about that big recent Tesla trial ruling. Look, AI being too much of a sycophant is clearly becoming a big problem. And, of course, the Weekend Longreads Suggestions.
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Alibaba Creates AI Chip to Help China Fill Nvidia Void (WSJ)
Tesla said it did ... Show More
Sep 2024
Tesla’s EVs stall in China
<p>Enthusiasm about artificial intelligence masks a recession in the technology sector, and a new exchange traded fund looks specifically for ‘reject’ stocks. Plus, Google heads back to court over fresh antitrust allegations, and Chinese car buyers ditch Tesla for local alternati ... Show More
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Jul 2025
Why Trump Just Gave China the Keys to A.I.’s Future
<p>In the global fight to dominate A.I., China is quickly catching up to the United States — which is why President Trump barred the tech giant Nvidia from selling its superpowered computer chips to Chinese companies.</p><p>Then, a few days ago, Mr. Trump abruptly changed course. ... Show More
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