April 25, 2026

White House outlines strategy to combat AI theft by Chinese firms

The White House has announced plans to strengthen collaboration with U.S. artificial intelligence firms in response to a growing threat of mass AI technology theft by Chinese companies, as detailed in an internal memo by Michael Kratsios, Director of Science and Technology Policy. The memo indicates that foreign entities, primarily

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Cyera acquires Ryft for up to $130M to enhance AI security

Israeli data security company Cyera has acquired the startup Ryft for a deal valued at up to $130 million, aiming to enhance AI security through Ryft’s automated data management technology. Founded in 2024, Ryft has developed a platform that manages enterprise data access crucial for adopting AI systems safely, addressing

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Weyerhaeuser bets on AI to transform American forestry

Weyerhaeuser, the country’s largest logger, is leveraging artificial intelligence to transform American forestry by implementing innovative technologies such as autonomous skidders and detailed tree databases. This initiative represents a significant evolution from traditional logging methods, replacing the manual use of oxen and axes with automated, data-driven practices aimed at maximizing

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Oracle partners secure $16B financing for Michigan data center

Related Digital and Blackstone have secured financing for a $16 billion data center campus in Saline Township, Michigan, designed for Oracle, emphasizing the urgent need for next-generation AI infrastructure in the U.S. This project is set to deliver thousands of construction jobs and significant community investments, reflecting a broader trend

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Tornado Cash co-founder faces potential retrial starting October 26

Judge Katherine Polk Failla is preparing for a potential retrial of Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm, tentatively set to begin on October 26 in New York, depending on her decision regarding Storm’s motion for acquittal related to conspiracy charges for operating an unlicensed money transmitting business. The trial’s scheduling comes

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India’s rupee is fundamentally undervalued, says chief economic adviser

India’s chief economic adviser stated that the country’s rupee is “fundamentally undervalued,” suggesting that its current levels could attract investors. The rupee has been struggling as one of Asia’s worst-performing currencies, influenced by rising oil prices and foreign equity outflows due to ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts. Despite these pressures, India

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China requires approval for US investment in AI startups

China has mandated that U.S. investments in its AI startups require government approval, impacting several prominent companies, including Moonshot AI and StepFun. This policy, orchestrated by the National Development and Reform Commission, aims to prevent American capital from entering sectors deemed strategically sensitive, a response to heightened scrutiny following Meta’s

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Pokémon card boom triggers theft surge, prompting security measures

As the value of Pokémon cards has surged into a multibillion-dollar market, collectors are increasingly facing threats of theft and fraud, leading to heightened security measures. Recently, Jeffrey Law’s store in Hong Kong fell victim to a smash-and-grab robbery where sealed packs of Pokémon cards were stolen, reflecting a broader

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