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Indonesia's Smartphone Ban Sparks Debate

Indonesia's recent ban on the iPhone 16 and Google Pixel has ignited frustration among tech enthusiasts and raised questions about the country's regulatory approach. The prohibition stems from the government's Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri (TKDN) policy, requiring phones to have at least......

NVIDIA's Bold Step into the World of Intelligent Robotics

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The Future of AI: Between Progress and Ethics

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Trump and Elon Musk: A Shared Stance on H-1B Visas

The debate surrounding H-1B visas, which allow U.S. companies to employ foreign skilled workers, has found a surprising convergence between President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire tech CEO Elon Musk. Both have expressed strong support for the program, despite opposition from certain political factions. On......

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Artificial Intelligence and the 2024 US Election: Myths and Realities

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 Google's Proposal to Address Search Engine Monopoly Concerns

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 Reassurance on Increased Drone Sightings in the U.S.

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