HP reports Q4 revenue up 1.7% YoY to $14.1B, Personal Systems revenue up 2% to $9.59B vs. $9.74B est., forecasts Q1 profit below est.; HPQ drops 7%+ after hours (Brody Ford/Bloomberg)

As the August 12 deadline for a US-China trade deal approaches, President Trump has created confusion regarding national security priorities, particularly with a TikTok ban that remains unaddressed. In a surprising move, Trump secured a deal requiring Nvidia and AMD to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from advanced chip sales to China, raising concerns about these chips potentially enhancing China's AI capabilities. Want More Context? 🔎

With Tesla's car business faltering, the company is shifting its focus towards becoming a significant player in the UK's energy sector, which generates over $200 billion annually. This strategic pivot aims to leverage opportunities in energy to stabilize and enhance Tesla's financial standing amidst ongoing challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

Chowdeck, a Lagos-based food delivery startup known for its profitability in a challenging low-margin market, has secured $9 million in Series A funding to implement a quick commerce strategy and expand into additional cities in Nigeria and Ghana. The funding round, led by Novastar Ventures with participation from Y Combinator and AAIC Investment, marks a significant step in Chowdeck's growth trajectory. Want More Context? 🔎

AOL dial-up service, a staple of internet access since 1991, will be discontinued on September 30, 2025, as announced by the Yahoo-owned company. This decision follows an evaluation of products and services, reflecting a significant shift in internet usage, despite a small remaining user base of around 265,000 in the U.S. as of 2019. Want More Context? 🔎

Since 2023, the Python Software Foundation has introduced a Security Developer-in-Residence to tackle the "phantom dependencies" issue in open source, leading to the acceptance of Python Enhancement Proposal 770. This proposal advocates for using Software Bill-of-Materials (SBOMs) to improve package metadata discoverability, which can also benefit other ecosystems facing similar challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

Security researcher Eaton Zveare informed TechCrunch about vulnerabilities in a carmaker's centralized dealer portal that allowed extensive access to customer and vehicle data. He demonstrated that these flaws enabled him to remotely seize control of a customer's account, including the ability to unlock their car. Want More Context? 🔎