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• China’s Animated Blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" Breaks Records, Expands Globally

• OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97 Billion Takeover Bid, Escalating AI Feud

• DeepSeek’s AI Breakthrough: Hype or Real Innovation?

• Trump Shuts Down NLRB, Giving Employers a Big Win

China’s Animated Blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" Breaks Records, Expands Globally

China’s animated hit Ne Zha 2 has shattered box office records, earning $1.4 billion and becoming the highest-grossing film in a single market. Rooted in Chinese mythology and enhanced with cutting-edge animation, the film has fueled national pride, marking a shift from Hollywood dominance to homegrown cinematic success. As tensions with the West complicate Hollywood’s access to China, local studios are thriving, blending traditional folklore with modern storytelling. Now launching overseas, Ne Zha 2 is resonating with the Chinese diaspora, but its broader global appeal remains uncertain as it faces competition from Hollywood blockbusters.

OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97 Billion Takeover Bid, Escalating AI Feud

OpenAI’s board has unanimously rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion bid to acquire the company, reaffirming its stance that OpenAI is not for sale. The decision intensifies an ongoing feud between Musk and OpenAI over its restructuring plans, which aim to attract funding while maintaining its mission of benefiting humanity. Musk, who co-founded OpenAI but left in 2018, has criticized the shift toward a for-profit model and sought to return the company to an open-source, safety-focused entity. His offer, backed by investors, could have reshaped the AI industry, potentially strengthening his own company, xAI. In response to the rejection, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman sarcastically quipped that OpenAI would buy Twitter for $9.74 billion instead. Musk has previously sued OpenAI over its profit-driven direction, but internal emails suggest he once acknowledged the need for significant funding. With legal battles ongoing, the rivalry between Musk and OpenAI continues to shape the future of artificial intelligence.

DeepSeek’s AI Breakthrough: Hype or Real Innovation?

Chinese startup DeepSeek has shaken up the AI industry with its R1 model, which rivals OpenAI’s technology at a lower cost, briefly topping Apple's App Store and sparking global tech competition. While experts acknowledge its reasoning capabilities and partial open-source approach, controversy looms over claims it used OpenAI’s models for training. U.S. lawmakers have raised security concerns, likening DeepSeek’s impact to TikTok’s influence. Tech giants like Microsoft and Qualcomm are already integrating insights from DeepSeek’s model, signaling its potential to shape AI’s future. However, industry leaders predict that newer advancements may soon overshadow it.

Trump Shuts Down NLRB, Giving Employers a Big Win

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), which enforces U.S. labor laws, has been rendered powerless after Donald Trump fired a board member, leaving it without the quorum needed to operate. This move benefits employers like Elon Musk’s SpaceX, which has challenged the board’s authority in court, and Amazon, which is fighting unionization efforts. Critics argue Trump’s actions undermine worker protections, while some conservatives fear the broader impact on independent agencies. Former board member Gwynne Wilcox is suing to reclaim her seat, but for now, companies face little oversight on labor practices.

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