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JPMorgan Advances in Quantum Computing

  • Date: April 9, 2025
  • Summary: JPMorgan Chase developed an algorithm for certified random number generation, successfully tested on a Quantinuum quantum computer, marking a significant real-world application of quantum computing. ​Barron’s

Houlihan Lokey’s Tech Banking Expansion Plans

  • Date: April 9, 2025
  • Summary: Ryan Lund, co-head of US technology and global software banking at Houlihan Lokey, aims to double the group’s size and revenue within five years, focusing on U.S. expansion despite current market challenges. ​Business Insider

Trump Tariffs Impact Big Tech’s Data Center Investments

  • Date: April 3, 2025
  • Summary: New tariffs imposed by President Trump, including steep duties on tech equipment from China, Taiwan, and South Korea, threaten to hinder data center expansion plans by companies like Oracle, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet. ​Reuters

UFC Partners with Meta for New Ranking System

  • Date: April 3, 2025
  • Summary: UFC CEO Dana White announced a partnership with Meta to revamp the UFC’s ranking system using advanced technologies, including AI-powered glasses and integration with social media platforms for enhanced fan experiences. ​talkSPORT

Apple and US Tech Firms Affected by New Tariffs

  • Date: April 3, 2025
  • Summary: President Trump’s global tariff regime, including a universal 10% levy and higher rates on key Asian nations, significantly impacts major U.S. tech companies like Apple, Amazon, and Nvidia, leading to market turmoil and concerns over supply chains. ​Financial Times

Chinese Telecom Hacking Campaign Targets Multiple Countries

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: Chinese government hackers breached telecommunications infrastructure worldwide, including eight U.S. firms, accessing sensitive data and raising significant cybersecurity concerns. ​Tech Lab

UK Scientists Develop 5,700-Year Diamond Battery

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: Researchers in the UK created a diamond battery powered by carbon-14 decay, capable of lasting up to 5,700 years, with potential applications in space technology and medical implants. ​Tech Lab

Entergy Partners with Meta on $10 Billion AI Data Center

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: Entergy was selected by Meta Platforms to help power a $10 billion artificial intelligence data center in Louisiana, marking Meta’s largest data center project. ​Tech Lab

Australians Unaware of Facial Recognition in Public Venues

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: Research revealed that half of Australians were unaware of facial recognition technology being used in major sports and music venues, sparking debates over privacy and consent. ​Tech Lab

Australia Enforces Strict Social Media Ban for Under-16s

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: Australia enacted stringent laws banning children under 16 from using platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Snapchat, with non-compliant companies facing fines up to $50 million.

Dow Jones Surpasses 45,000 Amid Tech Sector Gains

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached an all-time high of over 45,000, with significant contributions from tech giants like Amazon and Salesforce.

Sam Altman’s Leadership in AI Under Scrutiny

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: A podcast episode explored the career of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, discussing his role in the development of generative AI and the societal impacts of technologies like ChatGPT.

Advancements in AI-Powered ‘Nudification’ Apps Raise Concerns

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: The development of AI-powered ‘nudification’ applications facilitated the creation of abusive deepfake images, posing significant challenges for authorities in protecting minors online.

Uncertainty Surrounds AI Regulations Amid U.S. Political Shift

  • Date: December 6, 2024
  • Summary: With the U.S. government transitioning to full Republican control, the future of AI regulations became unclear, impacting policies on AI’s use in elections and misinformation.

Nvidia Achieves $2 Trillion Market Cap in Record Time

  • Date: March 18, 2025
  • Summary: Nvidia reached a $2 trillion market capitalization in just 180 days, faster than Apple and Microsoft, following the announcement of its new AI chip and microarchitecture, Blackwell.

SpaceX Successfully Returns Super Heavy Booster

  • Date: October 13, 2024
  • Summary: SpaceX achieved the first successful return and capture of a Super Heavy booster from Starship, marking a significant milestone in rocket technology.

NASA Launches Europa Clipper Mission

  • Date: October 14, 2024
  • Summary: NASA launched the Europa Clipper mission to study Jupiter’s moon Europa, aiming to investigate its potential habitability.