Stargate project draws antitrust scrutiny as AI rivals unite in $500 billion venture

Stargate project leaders including OpenAI, Nvidia, and Oracle executives standing with President Trump during the AI infrastructure announcement

WASHINGTON — On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled what he described as a “monumental undertaking” in artificial intelligence, the Stargate Project, a $500 billion joint venture bringing together some of the leading companies in AI technology.  The project unites OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank, Microsoft, Nvidia, Arm, and MGX, an AI investment group backed by … Read more

China Tajikistan trade set to expand as Beijing pledges more investment

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets Tajik officials in Dushanbe to discuss China Tajikistan trade and investment expansion

DUSHANBE, Tajikistan — China plans to expand trade and investment with Tajikistan, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during a visit to the Tajik capital on Saturday.  Wang pledged to increase imports of high quality agricultural products from Tajikistan and encourage Chinese companies to invest in the landlocked Central Asian nation. “China will remain a … Read more

US economy shows strong growth but job creation lags, worrying Fed officials

US Economy Growth Strong, Job Creation Lags

WASHINGTON — The United States economy is exhibiting an unusual trend that is raising concerns among Federal Reserve officials.  Despite robust economic growth and high productivity, job creation has slowed significantly this year, leaving policymakers grappling with how to steer the economy. US companies have sharply reduced hiring, uncertain about the impact of sweeping economic … Read more

Trump net worth falls $1.1 billion as crypto and TMTG stock decline

Trump looks at financial charts showing declining net worth, symbolizing his $1.1 billion drop in wealth

Former President Donald Trump’s net worth fell by $1.1 billion in recent months, according to financial analysts tracking his wealth.  The decline follows losses in his technology company TMTG and the Trump family’s cryptocurrency investments, highlighting volatility in both traditional and digital assets. As of Friday, Trump’s net worth was estimated at $6.2 billion, down … Read more

Mars reality check: Experts warn Tesla’s humanoid robots may struggle to survive off world

A realistic humanoid robot resembling Tesla’s humanoid robots walking across the rocky, red Martian landscape under a hazy orange sky.

As SpaceX accelerates plans for early Mars settlement missions, robotics specialists are questioning whether Tesla’s humanoid robots could withstand the harsh conditions of an uncrewed Martian outpost.  While the Optimus platform has gained attention for its factory demonstrations, experts said the gulf between controlled environments on Earth and a remote, unforgiving planet remains wide.  The … Read more

JFK’s granddaughter Tatiana Schlossberg diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, given less than a year to live

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia

Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, revealed Saturday that she has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.  In an essay for The New Yorker, Schlossberg detailed her diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia and said her doctors expect she may live less than a year. Schlossberg, a journalist and daughter of Caroline Kennedy … Read more

AI devices for 2025 holiday season: Amazon, Meta, Google and more unveil latest gadgets

Amazon, Meta, and Google AI devices displayed for 2025 holiday season

Three years after OpenAI launched ChatGPT, a new wave of consumer devices featuring generative artificial intelligence are entering the market just in time for the 2025 holiday shopping season.  From smarter voice assistants to AI powered wearables, technology companies are positioning their gadgets as must have gifts, with Black Friday promotions driving early interest. Major … Read more

Greece AI education: Secondary school teachers to be trained in classrooms

"Greek secondary school teachers using AI tools in classroom – Greece AI education pilot program

ATHENS, Greece — Greece AI education efforts are accelerating as the government prepares to train secondary school teachers in using artificial intelligence tools inside classrooms.  The pilot program, developed with OpenAI, is set to begin next week in twenty schools and will introduce educators to a customized academic version of ChatGPT. “We have to accept … Read more

Maritime Security Talks Bring US, China Back to the Table in Hawaii

US and Chinese military officials meet in Hawaii during maritime security talks aimed at reducing regional tensions.

HONOLULU — The United States and China held three days of maritime security talks in Hawaii this week, a rare sign of military engagement between the two powers after months of strained relations and regional tensions.  The discussions, described by Beijing as “frank and constructive,” marked the latest step in restoring defense communication channels that … Read more