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Joe Biden tells Volodymyr Zelenskyy US weapons will arrive ‘quickly’: President expected to sign law unlocking long-delayed $60bn in funding for Ukraine this ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Biden tells Netanyahu US will not participate in counter-strike against Iran: President Joe Biden and senior members of his national security team ...
cnn.com/2024/04/14/politics/biden-netanyahu-israel-iran-response/
The House TikTok bill just passed. Now what?: Congress just figured out a way to accelerate a controversial bill that could lead to a ban on the popular app ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/20/tiktok-bill-passed-explainer-00153472
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Middle East latest: 'Situation still unfolding' after more than '99% of drones and missiles' fired by Iran on Israel were intercepted, IDF says
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
McConnell: Delay in Ukraine aid ‘strained prospects’ of defeating Russia: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Tuesday said the months-long delay in ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4615560-mcconnell-delay-ukraine-aid-russia/
Quick Glance: McConnell Attributes Delay in Crucial Ukraine Aid to Tucker Carlson and Trump
- Mitch McConnell celebrated new U.S. aid to Ukraine and blamed Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump for the delay.
- McConnell emphasized the importance of Ukraine aid, criticized Carlson and Trump for the delay, and praised the expected passage of the bill.
- He expressed support for Ukraine aid and highlighted the significance of supporting freedom-loving countries globally.
- McConnell expressed optimism about the GOP Senate nominees and confidence in winning the majority to transition into the role of majority leader.
Passing the national security supplemental is about preventing war with China : This national security supplemental is not just about Ukraine, Taiwan or any one ...
thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/4605252-passing-the-national-security-supplemental-is-about-preventing-war-with-china/
Here's what happened when India banned TikTok: The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
UAE gets fourth AEW&C aircraft from Saab: Saab, the renowned defense and security company, has announced the delivery of the fourth GlobalEye aircraft to the ...
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Facing a Republican revolt, House Speaker Johnson pushes ahead on US aid for Ukraine, allies
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EU conducts ‘dawn raid’ on Chinese security equipment supplier: Separate Brussels probe targets Chinese medical market amid growing trade tensions with Beijing
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US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine: The Defense Department announced a $1 billion package for Ukraine shortly after President Biden on Wednesday signed ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4617823-us-announces-1-billion-package-for-ukraine/
Trump on Johnson’s handling of Ukraine vote: ‘You can’t really get too tough’ with slim majority
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4612813-trump-on-johnsons-handling-of-ukraine-vote-you-cant-really-get-too-tough-with-slim-majority/
Quick Glance: Trump defends Johnson's handling of Ukraine vote
- Former President Trump defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for bringing additional aid for Ukraine and other national security priorities to a vote in the House.
- Trump mentioned the difficulty Johnson faced due to the GOP's narrow majority, stating that it was challenging to be too tough in such a situation.
- The debate over providing billions in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan divided House Republicans and led to calls from Trump allies for Johnson's removal as Speaker.
- Johnson defied his conservative critics by moving forward with bills for overseas assistance, separate from a failed border security bill, emphasizing the importance of supporting democratic allies facing threats.
West Bank village counts losses after settler attack, and fears more: The Israeli settlers who rampaged through the West Bank village of al-Mughayyer on April 12 ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/west-bank-village-counts-losses-after-settler-attack-fears-more-2024-04-21/
Quick Glance: Israeli Strikes on Rafah Kill 22, Mostly Children, as US Advances Aid Package
- Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 22 people, including 18 children, as the US House of Representatives approved $13 billion in new Israeli military aid.
- However, fears of wider war breaking out in the Middle East have eased somewhat after Iran downplayed Israel’s reported retaliation over its unprecedented missile and drone attack on the country a week ago.
- Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah and vowed to expand its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group to the city on the border with Egypt despite calls for restraint, including from the US.
- Tensions have also spiked in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, with Israeli troops killing two Palestinians who attacked a checkpoint with a knife and a gun near the southern West Bank town of Hebron.
What the US Congress passed to aid Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan: The U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed aid for Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific ...
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White House says it is watching Iranian threat ‘very, very closely' and is in ‘constant communication' with Israel
cnn.com/2024/04/12/politics/white-house-iran-threat-israel/
Don't Let Warmongers Greenwash Their Ecocide This Earth Day: Destruction to the environment and acceleration of the climate crisis happen silently under the veil ...
commondreams.org/opinion/ecocide-2667821672
‘National security suicide’: Alaska senator slams Biden admin's move to restrict drilling and mining
politico.com/news/2024/04/21/alaska-sullivan-biden-drilling-00153531
Former CIA chief: Trump ‘was not qualified at the time and he is not qualified today’
thehill.com/policy/defense/4585134-former-cia-chief-brennan-trump-not-qualified/
Biden assures Zelensky US will ‘quickly provide’ security package after it clears Congress
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TikTok says US House bill that could ban app would 'trample' free speech: WASHINGTON: TikTok on Sunday (Apr 21) repeated its free-speech concerns about a bill ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/tiktok-us-house-bill-ban-app-free-speech-4281406
US restricts travel for personnel in Israel amid rising fears of Iran attack: The State Department has issued updated security warnings for U.S ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4590290-us-restricts-travel-israel-iran-attack/
America’s Best Friend in Asia: The Case for Elevating the U.S. Alliance With Japan
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GOP unveils national security bill as last piece of Ukraine aid package: House GOP leaders on Wednesday unveiled a catch-all package of Republican national ...
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Pressure builds on House Republicans to pass Senate foreign aid bill after Iran strikes
thehill.com/homenews/house/4593532-pressure-builds-on-house-republicans-to-pass-senate-foreign-aid-bill-after-iran-strikes/
Former top military officers push back on Trump immunity claim: More than a dozen retired four-star generals, admirals and other former military leaders filed an ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4582454-former-top-military-officers-push-back-on-trump-immunity-claim/
Kinzinger, Santorum among former lawmakers backing Johnson on Ukraine aid: A coalition of former lawmakers on Saturday sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4608286-kinzinger-santorum-among-former-lawmakers-backing-johnson-on-ukraine-aid/
Biden calls Congressional leaders, urges them to pass aid to allies: President Biden held a phone call with the top four congressional leaders on Sunday and ...
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Senate Passes Reauthorization of Key U.S. Surveillance Program Just After Deadline
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House GOP unveils border bill as conservatives slam foreign aid measures: House GOP leaders on Wednesday introduced a new border security bill designed to ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4601559-border-bill-house-gop-introduces/
Opinion | Moment of Truth on Ukraine and Israel: Both countries urgently need U.S. aid to defend themselves against brazen adversaries that seek their ...
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Supreme Court updates: Does Idaho abortion ban conflict with federal law?: The Supreme Court justices expressed deep divisions over abortion during arguments ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/24/supreme-court-idaho-abortion-ban-arguments-live-updates/73427453007/
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
Apple deletes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on orders from Beijing: Apple has removed WhatAapp and Threads from its app store in China ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/tech/china-apple-whatspp-threads-removal-hnk-intl/
Treasurer Jim Chalmers wants stronger foreign investment rules. What does that mean?
smh.com.au/national/treasurer-jim-chalmers-wants-stronger-foreign-investment-rules-what-does-that-mean-20240425-p5fmge.html
Johnson signals he won’t put Senate supplemental on the floor despite increased pressure
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Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
Chuck Todd: Will voters wake up by Election Day?: It’s not surprising that so many voters have indicated disinterest in this election. But it is alarming.
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/chuck-todd-will-voters-wake-election-day-rcna148951
EU conducts ‘dawn raid’ on Chinese security equipment supplier: Separate Brussels probe targets Chinese medical market amid growing trade tensions with Beijing
ft.com/content/4aa9b10f-93bf-4af3-b5e0-e2865ad78af7
U.S. offers TSMC up to $6.6 billion for Arizona factories as Biden pushes for chip security
cnbc.com/2024/04/08/tsmc-set-to-receive-up-to-6point6-billion-in-funding-for-arizona-plants-.html
Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Deal Strengthens US Semiconductor Production and National Security
- The world's largest chipmaker is planning cutting-edge facilities in Arizona with substantial subsidies.
- From 2028, TSMC will produce its most advanced products in Arizona to boost US semiconductor production.
- The $65 billion investment in the US drives 2nm chip production and enhances national security.
- This move supports the goal of relocating 20% of global advanced semiconductor manufacturing onshore by 2030.
China's influence operations against the U.S. are bigger than TikTok: Intelligence officials and lawmakers describe the Chinese-owned social media app as a ...
npr.org/2024/04/26/1247347363/china-tiktok-national-security
Quick Glance: Chinese TikTok App Sale Required for National Security Measures
- A newly enacted law mandates the sale of the Chinese-owned TikTok app to address national security concerns.
- According to experts, China has intensified its online information operations in recent years to advance its broader objectives.
- China has actively sought to leverage TikTok to influence politics in Taiwan, yet these endeavors ultimately proved unsuccessful.
- While TikTok was utilized in these publicly identified Chinese operations, researchers have not observed a specific emphasis on the app compared to other popular platforms.
U.S. ‘should proudly join’ Israel if they go after Iran’s nuclear program: Former national security adviser John Bolton on Sunday called on the United States to ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593328-u-s-should-proudly-join-israel-if-they-go-after-irans-nuclear-program/
General warns House on Ukraine: ‘The side that can’t shoot back loses’: Gen. Christopher Cavoli told lawmakers that “the side that can’t shoot back loses ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/10/ukraine-cavoli-mike-johnson/
Kirby: ‘We’re not looking for a wider war with Iran’: John Kirby, White House national security communications adviser, said the Biden administration is “not ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593168-kirby-were-not-looking-for-a-wider-war-with-iran/
McConnell: TikTok threatens security ‘on US soil’: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Monday endorsed an effort to require the Chinese company ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4582055-mcconnell-tiktok-threatens-security-on-us-soil/
White House's Sullivan expects to travel to Saudi Arabia in next few weeks: White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Wednesday he expects to ...
reuters.com/world/blinken-plans-visit-saudi-arabia-take-part-world-economic-forum-axios-reports-2024-04-23/
House passes series of bills aimed at squeezing Tehran financially: The Republican-led House on Monday voted in favor of a series of bills aimed at squeezing ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4596115-house-passes-series-of-bills-aimed-at-squeezing-tehran-financially/
Inside the fight for top Trump national security roles: One thing the candidates all share in common: a desire to go tougher on China.
politico.com/news/2024/04/19/trump-national-security-candidates-00153381
Ukraine, Israel aid package faces major challenge: Lost time: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has embraced a sense of urgency to deliver aid for U.S ...
thehill.com/homenews/4600919-israel-ukraine-aid-enough-wait/
Sunak condemns Iran’s ‘reckless attack’ on Israel in ‘strongest terms’: The Prime Minister said the UK will ‘continue to stand up for Israel’s security and that ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-13/sunak-condemns-irans-reckless-attack-on-israel-in-strongest-terms
5 essential Mac settings you should change: Switching to a new computer and wondering how to set your Mac system preferences? Change these Mac system settings ...
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China says Hong Kong must 'tightly hold' national security line to safeguard development
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The great American transport crisis tells us something: From the Baltimore bridge collapse to chaos at Boeing, what look like discrete problems are in fact part ...
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Senate GOP urges Johnson to stand up to ‘chaos caucus’: Senate Republicans are urging Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to stand up to the “chaos caucus” in the House ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4581813-senate-gop-urges-johnson-to-stand-up-to-chaos-caucus/
Kirby says Netanyahu is ‘well aware’ Biden does not want to escalate the war: John Kirby, White House national security communications adviser ...
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US Steel shareholders approve takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel opposed by Biden administration
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As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
Congress must act to support our allies Ukraine, Taiwan and Israel: Democracy is messy by design, and big problems can’t be fixed overnight ...
thehill.com/opinion/4580454-congress-must-act-to-support-our-allies-in-ukraine-taiwan-and-israel/
Bolton says he will write in Dick Cheney for president again this year : Former national security adviser John Bolton revealed he will write in former Vice ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4587685-bolton-dick-cheney-write-in-2024-president/
US helped Israel take down nearly all incoming drones, missiles from Iran: Biden: The President also reaffirmed America’s ironclad commitment to the security of ...
straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/us-helped-israel-take-down-nearly-all-incoming-drones-missiles-from-iran-biden
Long-delayed Ukraine, Israel aid bill could hit US House floor soon: Speaker Johnson has so far declined to allow the Republican-controlled House to vote on the ...
jpost.com/american-politics/article-797310
WATCH LIVE: Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida hold joint news conference: Kishida's official visit Wednesday completes the administration's ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-biden-and-japanese-prime-minister-kishida-hold-joint-news-conference
Quick Glance: Kishida and Biden Celebrate US-Japan Alliance with 'Star Trek' Toast
- Kishida quotes 'Star Trek' and jokes at state dinner in White House
- Biden and Kishida emphasize friendship and alliance between USA and Japan
- Prominent guests from politics and business attend lavish dinner
- Simon sings hits at night performance, serving spring cuisine from Japan and the USA
Kirby calls Israeli troop movement in southern Gaza ‘rest and refit,’ not withdrawal
thehill.com/policy/international/4579854-kirby-calls-israeli-troop-movement-in-southern-gaza-rest-and-refit-not-withdrawal/
Pentagon chief says Ukraine aid package contributes to US security: US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has welcomed the House of Representatives adoption of a ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/21/7452211/
McCaul says Ukraine aid vote ‘is a Speaker determination’: House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said Sunday that Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593716-mccaul-says-ukraine-aid-vote-is-a-speaker-determination/
Trump was the beneficiary, not the target, of 2016 and 2020 interference: Former president Donald Trump has worked resolutely to cast his advantages as ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/10/trump-election-interference/
Press freedom group says representative denied entry to Hong Kong: Reporters Without Borders says advocacy officer detained for six hours before being deported.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/11/press-freedom-group-says-representative-denied-entry-to-hong-kong
Israel says Iran has launched a number of drones toward it and closes its airspace
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/04/us-says-it-will-provide-unspecified-support-for-israels-defense-in-iran-drone-attack.html
In Warning to China, Biden Hosts Summit With Leaders of Japan and Philippines: President Biden has invited the leaders of Japan and the Philippines to the White ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/11/us/politics/biden-japan-philippines-summit.html
Biden's re-election campaign won't stop using TikTok - Americas - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/25/bidens-re-election-campaign-wont-stop-using-tiktok.html
Quick Glance: Fact Check: Biden Repeats Claim of Arrest for Defending Civil Rights. Still No Evidence
- President Joe Biden reiterated his story of allegedly trying to defend the civil rights of Black Americans on 'The Howard Stern Show.' However, there is no evidence to support his claim of ever being arrested at a civil rights protest, as noted by 'The Washington Post' and 'PolitiFact.'
- Biden has told the story of his supposed presence at a specific protest in Delaware at least twice without mentioning an arrest. He stated that the police simply took him home on that day.
- It is impossible to prove definitively whether Biden was present at this or a similar protest over 60 years ago. He has also made other false claims about his personal life in the past.
- Biden falsely claimed to have 'driven an 18-wheeler' and that he never earned $400,000 in a year. During his 2020 presidential campaign, he claimed to have been 'arrested' as a US senator while trying to visit South African anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela in prison, which turned out to be untrue.
Haiti's new transitional council faces urgent demands for solutions amid gang violence
pbs.org/newshour/world/haitis-new-transitional-council-faces-urgent-demands-for-solutions-amid-gang-violence
FCC Votes to Revive Net-Neutrality Rules: The commission's 2024 pitch this time around emphasizes privacy and security concerns.
pcmag.com/news/fcc-to-try-again-on-net-neutrality-rules-at-april-25-meeting
Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
TikTok May Be Banned in the US. Here’s What Happened When India Did It.: In India, the app was banned nearly four years ago. Most users and content creators ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/tiktok-may-be-banned-in-the-us-heres-what-happened-when-india-did-it/
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
America’s Asian allies are trying to Trump-proof their policies: Kishida Fumio meets Joe Biden in Washington, DC, to shore up deterrence
economist.com/asia/2024/04/09/to-keep-the-peace-in-asia-japan-plans-for-war
Israeli minister Ben-Gvir hurt in car accident: Israel’s hardline national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/26/israeli-minister-ben-gvir-hurt-in-car-accident
Trump thought valet was on routine jog when he was in secret meeting with FBI: docs
nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/trump-thought-valet-was-on-jog-when-he-was-in-fbi-interview-documents/
Opinion | Antony Blinken’s Ahistorical Advice for Israel: Raids and airstrikes can be tactically effective, but they don’t amount to a strategy for winning a war ...
wsj.com/articles/antony-blinkens-ahistorical-advice-for-israel-war-strategy-7f1ed80f
Russia says transfer of ATACMS missiles to Ukraine increases security risks for its territories
yenisafak.com/en/world/russia-says-transfer-of-atacms-missiles-to-ukraine-increases-security-risks-for-its-territories-3682101
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Breaking down TikTok’s legal arguments around free speech, national security claims
techcrunch.com/2024/04/25/breaking-down-tiktoks-legal-arguments-around-free-speech-national-security-claims/
WhatsApp tests offline file sharing and in-app dialing features: Meta-owned messaging platform WhatsApp is reportedly testing new features for its app ...
thedailystar.net/tech-startup/news/whatsapp-tests-offline-file-sharing-and-app-dialing-features-3595136
Academics at UK universities face vetting to counter Chinese spies: MI5 review finds that national security is at risk because hostile states are attempting to ...
thetimes.co.uk/article/academics-at-uk-universities-face-vetting-to-counter-chinese-spies-3rqlznqg7
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