Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on China Over Rare-Earth Magnets Amid Trade Tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday warned that China could face significantly higher tariffs if it restricts exports of rare-earth magnets, a critical component for America’s manufacturing sector. Speaking at the White House after a meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump stated, “They have to give us magnets, if they don’t give…
Google Mandates Developer Verification for All Android Apps to Boost Security
Google is ramping up security across the Android ecosystem by introducing mandatory developer identity verification, the company announced Monday. Starting next year, all developers distributing apps on Android devices—including through sideloading or alternative app stores—will need to verify their identities. The move aims to reduce malware, financial fraud, and data theft while keeping Android open…
Elon Musk’s xAI Sues Apple and OpenAI Over AI Monopoly
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, alongside his social media platform X, filed a lawsuit on Monday targeting Apple and OpenAI. The suit alleges that the two tech giants are colluding to suppress competition in the AI sector, particularly generative AI chatbots. Musk claims that Apple is leveraging its smartphone dominance to favor OpenAI, making it…
Andreessen Horowitz’s $1.49M Lobbying Push in Washington
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is ramping up its influence in Washington, reporting $1.49 million in federal lobbying so far in 2025—surpassing its own industry trade group, the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA). The move highlights the venture firm’s growing commitment to shaping policy across technology, defense, and national security. Lobbying Spend Hits New Heights According to…
Sharps Technology Soars 96% After $400M Solana (SOL) Treasury Move
Shares of Sharps Technology soared nearly 100% on Monday following the company’s groundbreaking move to integrate cryptocurrency into its corporate treasury. The medical device maker announced a $400 million strategy centered around Solana’s native token, SOL, sending its stock from $7.40 to an intraday high of $14.53 before settling at $12.01. Sharps Partners with Solana…
Bitpanda Rejects London IPO, Eyes US and Frankfurt Listings
Vienna-based crypto exchange Bitpanda has ruled out London as a venue for a potential initial public offering (IPO), highlighting concerns over dwindling liquidity on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). Instead, the firm is considering Frankfurt or New York, though no listing timeline has been confirmed. Bitpanda Turns Away from London Eric Demuth, co-founder of Bitpanda,…
Crypto Hacks Hit $2.47B in 2025 as Hackers Exploit Human Weaknesses
The cryptocurrency industry continues to face an unrelenting battle against Hackers, who are exploiting both technological flaws and human psychology. Despite advancements in blockchain cybersecurity, losses from hacks, scams, and exploits climbed to $2.47 billion in the first half of 2025, surpassing the total stolen in 2024. Billion-Dollar Breaches Continue to Haunt the Industry According…
Gemini Files for Nasdaq IPO Amid Rising Losses in 2025 Crypto Market
New York-based crypto exchange and custodian bank Gemini Space Station Inc. is gearing up for a Nasdaq listing under the ticker GEMI. Founded in 2014 by billionaire twins Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, Gemini offers a suite of services including a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin and a crypto rewards credit card. The company’s IPO filing signals another…
TikTok Updates Community Guidelines for Creators and AI Content
TikTok is set to roll out an update to its Community Guidelines on September 13, 2025, aiming to simplify its rules and clarify how the platform operates. While the changes largely involve rewriting existing text for clarity, several notable updates affect creators, AI-generated content, and user personalization. LIVE Creators Face New Responsibilities One of the…
OpenAI’s Ambitious Future: Beyond GPT-5 and AI Models
San Francisco witnessed a revealing glimpse into OpenAI’s future during an exclusive dinner hosted by CEO Sam Altman. With GPT-5’s launch receiving a lukewarm reception, the event highlighted OpenAI’s pivot from individual AI model launches to broader ambitions across consumer hardware, enterprise software, and novel AI applications. Altman, joined by top executives including Nick Turley…
