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AI, Tariffs Continue to Dominate Headlines

• Google Launches Gemini 2.5 Flash: Google introduced a new version of its Gemini AI model, signaling advancements in its AI offerings. This move underscores ongoing competition in the AI space.
• ChatGPT’s Reverse Location Search Trend: A viral trend emerged involving ChatGPT, where users leverage AI to reverse-search locations from photos, raising both interest and privacy concerns.
• Apple’s Tariff Avoidance Strategy: Reports highlighted how Apple CEO Tim Cook negotiated to shield the company from President Trump’s tariffs, potentially saving Apple from significant financial impacts.
• US Consumers Embrace Chinese Shopping Apps: Platforms like DHgate and Taobao saw a surge in popularity among US shoppers, reflecting shifting e-commerce trends.
• Meta’s Antitrust Negotiations: Insights emerged about Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to resolve an antitrust case against Meta, with allegations of offering US user data to China to enter its market.
• Oracle Denies Cloud Breach: Oracle reported a hack on “obsolete servers” but denied any cloud infrastructure compromise, addressing cybersecurity concerns.