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In September 2025, multiple lawsuits allege AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Character.AI encouraged suicidal ideation among teens, leading to tragic deaths. OpenAI announced new safety measures including age estimation, parental controls, and content restrictions for users under 18. Canadian privacy commissioners demand TikTok improve protections for underage users. Senate hearings spotlight urgent AI regulation to protect vulnerable youth.
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Nvidia plans to invest $100 billion in OpenAI to build AI data centers with at least 10 gigawatts of power, aiming to accelerate AI development. The deal highlights ongoing challenges in securing sufficient electricity for data center expansion amid strained US power grids.
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The U.S. General Services Administration announced a deal with Musk's xAI to provide federal agencies access to Grok AI models at $0.42 per organization until March 2027. The partnership follows recent high-profile meetings between Musk and Trump, amid a complex history of cooperation and rivalry.
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Tesla shareholders voted over 75% in favor of Elon Musk's ambitious pay package, which could be worth up to $878 billion if all milestones are met. The plan ties Musk’s compensation to Tesla’s market growth and future AI ventures, amid ongoing debates over its size and Musk’s influence.
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As of late October 2025, major financial institutions including the Bank of England and IMF warn that soaring valuations in AI-driven tech stocks resemble the 2000 dotcom bubble peak. The S&P 500 is heavily concentrated in a few AI-focused firms, raising risks of a sharp market correction. Despite this, industry leaders emphasize AI's transformative potential and ongoing infrastructure investments.
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Hamas releases seven hostages amid US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza. The White House signals openness to talks with China over trade tensions. Markets fluctuate as tensions and diplomatic efforts unfold today, December 2, 2025.
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On November 7, 2025, Tesla shareholders approved a $1 trillion pay package for CEO Elon Musk, contingent on ambitious targets over the next decade, including boosting Tesla's market cap to $8.5 trillion, selling 12 million vehicles annually, and deploying one million robotaxis and humanoid robots. The package is the largest in corporate history but has drawn criticism over its size and Musk's political controversies.
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Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is reportedly valued at $230 billion following a new funding round, nearly doubling its previous valuation. The company is investing heavily in AI infrastructure, including supercomputers, amid ongoing debates over environmental impact, AI safety, and social influence. Musk's broader business ventures remain intertwined with xAI's growth.
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Saudi Arabia commits to investing $1 trillion in AI infrastructure, partnering with U.S. firms like Nvidia, AMD, and Cisco. Musk's xAI will deploy its chatbot Grok across the kingdom, aiming to turn Saudi Arabia into a major AI hub amid US export restrictions and regional ambitions.