In the midst of a global trade war, President Trump’s support for Big Tech has waned, leaving tech industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk facing challenges such as potential tariffs and declining stock prices. TikTok is particularly vulnerable to aggressive China tariffs, while OpenAI faces criticism for its non-profit status. Google announces layoffs in its Platform and Devices division, while other tech companies see notable job changes and developments. As tensions rise between countries, tech giants find themselves caught in the crossfire, highlighting the industry’s growing influence and vulnerability.
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Uber shifts gear in the robotaxi race
Uber has partnered with Chinese tech giant Baidu to integrate thousands of Baidu's Apollo Go robotaxis into its ride-hailing app, expanding the service beyond China and the U.S. Baidu has been testing these robotaxis in various Chinese cities since 2019, marking a significant step in autonomous ride-hailing services. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Uber is teaming up with Baidu to add a lot of robot cars to its app, helping people ride in...
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