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  • China’s AI Chip Plans Hit Wall

  • Google’s AI Future at Risk

  • AI Hub to Bring 1,000 Jobs

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NEWS

Trump Tightens Grip on China’s Tech

What's the story:

Trump has ordered U.S. companies to stop selling special chip design software to China, trying to slow down China’s progress in building smart AI technology.

Key Takeaways:

  • U.S. companies like Synopsys and Cadence were told to stop selling chip design tools to China.

  • This move aims to block China from making advanced AI chips.

  • China depends heavily on U.S. software to design next-gen chips.

  • The action could upset recent peace talks in the ongoing trade war.

  • Chinese companies are now trying to make their own software to catch up.

Why It’s Important:

Chips are like the brains of smart devices, and whoever controls chip tech controls the future of AI. This U.S. move could shift the power balance in tech, trade, and global politics.

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NEWS

Google’s AI Future at Risk

What's the story: 

A U.S. judge is deciding whether Google’s control over search—and possibly AI—should be broken up, with big changes like selling Chrome or limiting its AI tools on the table.

Key Takeaways:

  • The judge is considering splitting up Google or restricting its AI use.

  • The Justice Department wants Google to sell Chrome and stop paying to be the default search.

  • Google’s AI tools, like Gemini, are under scrutiny for benefiting from its monopoly.

  • Regulators fear Google’s power in search could extend into AI dominance.

  • A final decision is expected by August.

Why It’s Important:

This case could change how we use the internet and AI. If Google is forced to shrink or share its tech, it might open the door for new competitors and more innovation.

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NEWS

AI Hub to Bring 1,000 Jobs

What's the story:

A massive AI data centre proposed near Elsham Wolds, North Lincolnshire, could create up to 1,000 jobs and cost up to £9 billion to build, with construction lasting a decade.

Key Takeaways:

  • Up to 1,000 long-term jobs could be created.

  • 435 acres next to Elsham Wolds Industrial Estate.

  • £5.5–£9 billion, excluding tech hardware.

  • Up to 15 data centres, plus energy centre and greenhouse complex.

  • Greenhouse will use waste heat to grow 4,728 tonnes of tomatoes/year.

  • During 10 years of construction, 2,600–3,600 jobs will be supported annually.

  • Additional amenities: creche, café, gym, shop.

  • Public can comment on the proposal until 26 June.

Why It’s Important:

This project blends AI and sustainable agriculture, promising major economic impact and job creation in North Lincolnshire—potentially transforming the region into a high-tech and green innovation hub.

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