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AI boom: Trump’s Stargate initiative and Apple’s $500 billion bet on U.S. innovation

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February 26, 2025

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Massive investments signal a new era for American tech and AI development.

The United States is gearing up for a transformative leap in artificial intelligence and technology infrastructure.

In January, President Donald Trump announced Stargate, an ambitious AI initiative that aims to construct up to 20 large AI data centers nationwide, with an initial investment of $100 billion—potentially reaching $500 billion by 2029.

The project is poised to significantly enhance America’s AI capabilities, fueling innovation, economic growth, and national security advancements.

Meanwhile, Apple announced this week it is making its own historic $500 billion commitment to expand operations across multiple states.

The tech giant will build a cutting-edge AI server manufacturing facility in Houston, double its Advanced Manufacturing Fund, and establish an Apple Manufacturing Academy in Detroit to train the next generation of AI and technology professionals.

Over the next five years, Apple’s initiative will create 20,000 jobs in fields such as artificial intelligence, silicon engineering, and research and development.

These massive investments mark a pivotal moment for the U.S. tech industry, solidifying the nation’s leadership in AI and advanced manufacturing.

While the opportunities are immense, questions remain about workforce readiness, infrastructure demands, and global competition.

With billions flowing into AI development, the stakes are high for both businesses and policymakers as they shape the future of America’s technological dominance.

Patrick Hedger, the Director of Policy for NetChoice joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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Sign of the times? Hyundai and Mazda turn to China for EVs

Hyundai and Mazda tap China for new EVs, highlighting the country’s rising role in global electric vehicle production.

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November 3, 2025

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Hyundai and Mazda tap China for new EVs, highlighting the country’s rising role in global electric vehicle production.

Hyundai and Mazda are now sourcing new EVs from China, their first models built for and by the Chinese market. It’s a move that underscores China’s growing dominance in global electric vehicle manufacturing.

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Terror on Cambridge train as nine injured in knife attack

Nine injured in Cambridge train stabbing; two arrests made as authorities investigate possible terror motives.

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21 hours ago

November 3, 2025

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Nine injured in Cambridge train stabbing; two arrests made as authorities investigate possible terror motives.

Nine people have been seriously injured after a violent stabbing spree on a train near Cambridge. Witnesses described scenes of panic as passengers scrambled for safety during the shocking incident.

Two men have been arrested, as British Transport Police—assisted by counterterrorism units—investigate the motives behind the attack. Armed officers reportedly tackled one suspect armed with a large knife as emergency services flooded the scene.

The attack has left the community shaken and authorities on high alert, with questions swirling about whether this was an act of terror or a random rampage.

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Trump’s shock peace deal as Morocco and Algeria end fighting

Trump brokers historic peace between Morocco and Algeria; experts debate implications for Middle Eastern relations and global influence.

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November 3, 2025

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Trump brokers historic peace between Morocco and Algeria; experts debate implications for Middle Eastern relations and global influence.

Donald Trump has once again stunned the world, this time brokering a historic peace agreement between Morocco and Algeria—with the backing of the United Nations. The move has many wondering whether the former U.S. president is reinventing himself as a global peacemaker.

Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS breaks down how Trump managed to secure the deal and what role the UN played in formalizing the agreement. Morocco’s vow to protect Jewish communities and strengthen ties with Israel adds another layer to this surprising diplomatic twist.

As Trump’s influence on global affairs grows, experts are debating whether this marks a genuine shift in Middle Eastern relations—or just a calculated political play on the global stage.
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