Elon Musk’s X and Google Miss Malaysia’s Social Media Licensing Deadline: What This Means for the Tech Industry

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X (formerly Twitter) and Google’s YouTube have failed to meet Malaysia’s January 1, 2025 deadline for obtaining licenses to operate under the country’s new social media regulations. The move comes as Malaysia intensifies efforts to control online content, curb cybercrimes, and ensure that major social media platforms take greater responsibility for the material users share on their services.

Gold Market Performance in 2024 and Prospects for 2025: A Year of Resilience and Future Growth

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The year 2024 proved to be an exceptional one for gold, as the yellow metal defied expectations and delivered impressive gains. By the end of the year, its price had surged by nearly 27%, marking one of its best performances of the century. This rally was the largest since 2010, with gold reaching a peak of $2,790 per ounce in late October before settling at around $2,626.80 by December.

Jury Clears Qualcomm in Legal Dispute with Arm: What the Verdict Means for the Tech Industry

Snapdragon: designed by Qualcomm, using Arm architecture

In a landmark legal battle that has captured the attention of the tech industry, a federal jury in Delaware has ruled in favor of Qualcomm in its dispute with Arm Holdings over the 2021 acquisition of Nuvia, a chip startup founded by three former Apple engineers. The jury determined that Qualcomm did not breach its licensing agreement with Arm, a significant victory for the semiconductor giant.

Government Shutdown Risk in 2025: What Could Happen Next?

As 2025 approaches, the possibility of a government shutdown continues to be a looming concern in Washington, D.C. Congressional leaders are under significant pressure to finalize essential legislation before the year ends, and the debate over how to pass a full-year budget has become increasingly urgent.

Google Gemini 2.0: A Major Leap in AI Technology

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Gemini 2.0 is the next iteration of Google’s Gemini AI platform. Building on the success of its predecessor, this update focuses on improving natural language understanding, multimodal capabilities, and scalability, making it a more robust tool for a wide variety of users.

Why the 4-Day Workweek is Outperforming the 5-Day Grind

The 4-day workweek is rapidly transforming the way companies and countries think about work. As more and more businesses experiment with shorter workweeks, evidence is mounting that working less can actually lead to working more effectively. Across the globe, countries and organizations that have adopted the 4-day workweek are reporting impressive results, while the traditional 5-day workweek is being scrutinized for its inefficiency and negative impact on worker well-being.

Google Unveils Quantum Computing Chip That Could Revolutionize AI and Drug Discovery

In a stunning breakthrough, Google has unveiled a revolutionary quantum computing chip named Willow, capable of performing tasks that would otherwise take conventional computers billions of years to complete. At just 4cm² in size, Willow could reshape industries ranging from drug discovery to artificial intelligence (AI), significantly accelerating the pace of scientific and technological advancements.

Unlocking the Secrets of the Second and Third Brain: Recent Findings on the Gut and Heart Neural Networks

The recent discoveries surrounding the second brain (the gut) and the third (the heart) are reshaping how we understand the relationship between our brain, body, and emotions. By recognizing the complexity of these neural networks, researchers and healthcare professionals are uncovering new approaches to treating mental and physical health that go beyond the traditional focus on the brain alone.

Understanding the 14th Amendment: History, Importance, and Political Challenges

John Bingham, the sponsor of the 14th amendment

John Bingham, a congressman from Ohio and a key architect of the 14th Amendment, played a pivotal role in shaping its provisions, especially its Equal Protection Clause and Due Process Clause. His work in crafting the 14th Amendment was deeply influenced by his commitment to protecting the civil rights of newly freed African Americans and ensuring equality under the law after the Civil War.

Oil and Gas in Syria: The Hidden Forces Behind a Broken Industry

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With proven reserves of approximately 2.5 billion barrels of oil and 8.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, Syria’s energy sector could play a crucial role in its long-term economic recovery. However, the road to recovery will be a challenging one, requiring both political stabilization and the rebuilding of critical infrastructure.

FBI Issues Urgent Warning on Text Message Scams

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued an urgent security warning for Android and iOS mobile phone users, urging them to stop responding to text messages from unknown numbers. This warning is part of the FBI’s ongoing efforts to protect consumers from the growing threat of smishing attacks.