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Tesla and BMW have filed lawsuits against the EU's executive body over recently imposed tariffs on electric vehicles manufactured in China, challenging the trade policies. The legal action, filed with the EU's General Court last week, marks an escalating tension between major automotive manufacturers and European regulators.

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After the deepseek shift in the artificial intelligence landscape, SoftBank is negotiating a potential investment of up to $25 billion in OpenAI, a move that would position the Japanese conglomerate as the AI firm's largest financial backer. This development comes amid intensifying competition in the global AI race and follows recent market turbulence triggered by unexpected advances from Chinese competitors.

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In a deal that could make even the most hardened defense analyst crack a smile, the UK Ministry of Defence has agreed to a record-breaking £9 billion contract with Rolls-Royce, the automotive company turned nuclear powerhouse. This deal, dubbed "Unity," isn't just about powering up submarines, it's about revamping Britain's defense sector and ensuring our submarines don't run on last season's batteries.

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Boeing concluded a challenging 2024 with a substantial $3.9 billion fourth-quarter loss, attributed in part to a seven-week labor strike that disrupted production. Despite these setbacks, the company's stock rose on investor confidence in new CEO Kelly Ortberg's turnaround strategy. Boeing officials have indicated their intention to ramp up 737 MAX production and clear existing inventory during 2025, expecting this to positively impact free cash flow.

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Apple faces a lawsuit alleging its smartwatch bands contain high levels of toxic "forever chemicals," or PFAS, linked to severe health risks. The lawsuit, filed in the Northern District of California, focuses on the Sport Band, Ocean Band, and Nike Sport Band, which are reportedly made from fluoroelastomer, a material resistant to sweat and oils. Plaintiffs claim Apple concealed the presence of PFAS in these bands, violating consumer protection laws.

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Samsung Electronics has unveiled its latest Galaxy S25 smartphone series, signaling a bold strategic pivot to reinvigorate its competitive position in the global mobile market. The new lineup, powered by Qualcomm's advanced chips and Google's Gemini AI engine, represents the company's most ambitious attempt to leverage artificial intelligence as a key differentiator.

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