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FILE PHOTO: A central processing unit (CPU) semiconductor chip is displayed among flags of China and U.S., in this illustration picture taken February 17, 2023. REUTERS/Florence Lo/Illustration/File Photo
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What the U.S. chip crackdown on China means: Key industries and technologies affected

U.S. targets China’s chip ambitions with new export curbs, affecting 140 firms, advanced tools, software, and memory tech.

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said the curbs were taken to prevent adversaries from using American technology in ways that threaten national security (AFP)
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US unveils fresh export curbs targeting China’s chip sector

The U.S. tightens export controls on AI chips and semiconductor tools to curb China’s tech advances in military and AI.

A person walks outside the headquarters of lidar sensor maker Hesai Group in Shanghai, China November 26, 2024. REUTERS/Zoey Zhang/Files
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Chinese lidar sensors pose hacking risk to US defence equipment, report says

A report warns Chinese-made lidar in U.S. defence gear risks hacking, urging bans and allied efforts to build secure supply chains.

FILE PHOTO: A view shows the logo of Stellantis at the entrance of the company's factory in Hordain, France, July 7, 2021. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol/File Photo
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US proposes $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis, Samsung SDI battery joint venture

The U.S. Energy Department plans a $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis and Samsung SDI for two EV battery plants in Indiana.

The logo of Amazon is seen at the Viva Technology conference dedicated to innovation and startups at Porte de Versailles exhibition center in Paris, France, June 15, 2023. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes/File Photo
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Amazon to pilot AI-designed material for carbon removal

Amazon will pilot AI-designed carbon-removal materials in data centers by 2025, tackling emissions from growing AI demands.

An image of workers protesting outside a VW building.
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From China woes to EV troubles, VW faces rocky road

Chinese EV makers like BYD thrive with tech-packed models, while VW struggles with its electric transition.

Power lines are seen against cloudy skies near Murvale, Ont., northwest of Kingston, Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
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Ontario says federal clean electricity regulations would add $35B in costs

Ontario challenges federal electricity rules, citing $35B in added costs by 2050, rising bills, and feasibility concerns.

Jeep vehicles are displayed at the showroom of a car dealership in Milan, Italy, November 21, 2024. REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
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Seeking higher margins, Stellantis CEO Tavares lost some core customers

Stellantis faces rising prices and shrinking market share in Europe, where inflation-hit buyers seek affordable alternatives.

The sailboat 'Grain de Sail II' sails off Saint Malo, western France.
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Sails make a comeback in shipping, to dent its huge carbon footprint

Mariners embrace wind power to cut shipping emissions and lead a cleaner future for global trade.

India is building what it boasts will be the world's largest renewable power plant (AFP)
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Glittering dreams: India’s big push for solar power

India is racing to lead the renewable energy revolution, with massive projects like Gujarat’s Khavda plant boosting its green ambitions.

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