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U.S. lawmakers urge Pentagon to cut ties with China’s Quectel

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5 months ago

January 5, 2024

American lawmakers are urging the Pentagon to reconsider its investments in China’s Quectel, raising concerns over national security and economic dependency.

This call comes amidst rising tensions between the two global giants and growing apprehensions about the potential risks associated with the Chinese tech company.

The bipartisan group of legislators contends that the Pentagon’s financial involvement with Quectel, a leading provider of internet of things (IoT) technology, poses a significant threat to the United States.

They argue that allowing Chinese influence to penetrate critical infrastructure and technology sectors could jeopardize American interests and potentially compromise sensitive data.

Quectel has played a pivotal role in the development of 5G technology and IoT connectivity, making it a key player in the global tech arena.

However, lawmakers assert that reliance on a Chinese company for such critical components could have severe consequences in the event of a conflict or cyberattack.

The plea to reconsider investments in Quectel underscores the broader debate surrounding the United States’ relationship with China in the tech industry. As tensions continue to escalate, policymakers and experts are left grappling with the challenge of balancing economic opportunities with national security concerns.

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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Is cloud technology the solution for every organisation’s needs?

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3 days ago

May 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Amidst the dominance of cloud technologies in the tech landscape, questions are rising over applicability and its cost implications.

As businesses increasingly migrate to cloud technologies, skepticism is brewing over whether it’s the optimal solution for every organisational need.

Additionally, the notion of “free” cloud services is being challenged, highlighting the importance of understanding the true costs and benefits associated with cloud adoption.

Harsha Patil, Engineering manager, California USA shares his key insights on the cloud conundrum. #featured

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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3 days ago

May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Several investors are hoping to benefit from a new federal law that requires TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular platform or face a ban.

This comes after ByteDance and TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to block the law from going into effect.

Meanwhile, eight TikTok creators filed their own challenge, arguing the law violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.

But as the saga continues many media outlets are defending the platform.

David Zhang from China Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #TikTok #TikTokban #socialmedia #China