Plus: Nintendo’s new Switch 2 videogame machine includes a rare-earth magnet primarily produced in China, highlighting the company’s vulnerability to potential Chinese supply-chain disruptions. And, Microsoft is set to continue capitalizing on the cloud and artificial intelligence opportunity ahead, according to analysts. Julie Chang hosts.
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TNB Tech Minute: Volkswagen and Chinese Partner SAIC to Close Nanjing Plant
Plus: Autodesk looks to acquire rival software firm PTC, which analysts say should position the company better as artificial intelligence becomes more common in design. And, Bitcoin's bull run continues. Julie Chang hosts.
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Volkswagen Will Bring Its Robotaxi Service to the U.S. with Help from Uber
Europe’s self-driving car industry has lagged behind the Chinese and American markets. German automaker Volkswagen may remedy that problem next year, when it will debut its robotaxi ride-pool service in the U.S. Plus: Big publishers may have a new way to take on the AI industry’s encroaching web scrapers. Patrick Coffee hosts.
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TNB Tech Minute: Canada Looks to Help Automakers Meet EV-Sales Mandate After U.S. Tariffs
Plus: Strong growth in artificial-intelligence servers are seen pushing the overall server market to $1 trillion. And, bitcoin hits a new all-time high. Julie Chang hosts.
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TNB Tech Minute: Trump Names Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as Interim NASA Chief
Plus: The EU releases AI code of practice to guide companies on compliance. And, Tesla’s board sets Nov. 6 date for its annual meeting. Julie Chang hosts.
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