YMTC sues US govt, challenging “military company” label
YMTC has filed two lawsuits in US court, challenging its designation as a Chinese military-linked company. The firm argues the label has caused significant financial and reputational damage.
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Automating Proxmox with Ansible is a game-changer for home labs
A home lab enthusiast detailed their journey of automating Proxmox virtual machine and container management solely with Ansible. They overcame module issues and leveraged the Semaphore web UI to streamline deployment. The result is a powerful, code-driven automation setup for their Proxmox environme
Trump’s AI Order Aims to Block State Regulations
Former President Trump announced plans for an executive order to prevent states from creating their own AI regulations. This comes after a proposed legislative moratorium was stripped from major bills twice in 2024 due to bipartisan opposition. The move aligns with Big Tech’s desire for a single fed
The Private Equity 401(k) Fight: What’s Really Going On?
According to a report from the American Investment Council, private equity has outperformed the S&P 500 by 3% over a 10-year period, even after fees. This data is central to the debate over a recent executive order from President Trump that aims to expand access to private markets for 401(k) investo
NVIDIA’s CEO Says AI Doomsday Is “Not Going to Happen”
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says the idea of AI becoming a self-aware threat is “extremely unlikely.” He believes AI will soon generate 90% of the world’s knowledge, but that doesn’t equate to consciousness or a Terminator scenario.
Phoebe Gates’s AI Shopping Startup Seeks $30 Million, Parents Sit Out
Phoebe Gates, daughter of Bill and Melinda French Gates, is raising a $30 million Series A for her AI shopping startup, Phia. The round would value the company at $180 million, with backing from a star-studded list that notably excludes her billionaire parents.
Rubrik Stock Soars 25% After Blowout Earnings Report
Data security company Rubrik saw its stock rip 25% higher after a massive earnings beat. The company is riding a wave of demand for tools that secure and manage AI agents.
Netflix’s $72 Billion Power Play and the End of the Streaming Wars
Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a massive $72 billion deal, adding HBO Max and major franchises to its library. This move marks the definitive end of the streaming wars, with the original disruptor now becoming the ultimate consolidator.
Snowflake’s Channel Chief Exits After Just Months, Kodl Steps In
Snowflake’s channel chief Chris Niederman has left the company after just a few months. Amy Kodl, who served as interim leader before, is now the senior vice president of channels and alliances. The move comes as Snowflake reports strong partner growth.
The $1 Trillion AI Bubble That Tech CEOs Say Isn’t There
Top tech leaders are pushing back hard against the idea that AI is an overinflated bubble, even as evidence mounts. They see a “ten-year super cycle,” while others see warning signs eerily similar to the dotcom bust.