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China's AI chip startup explores 3D stacking to bypass US export controls, as ByteDance discovers a new scaling law sustaining the AI boom and Unitree Robotics launches a major IPO. Alibaba has banned employees from using Anthropic's Claude Code, citing spyware concerns. Meanwhile, July 4th tech deals feature deep discounts on OLED monitors and RTX 5090 gaming PCs. The AI ethics debate continues as Google and Amazon reveal the real costs of AI infrastructure.

July 4th tech deals: OLED monitors and RTX 5090 PCs at deep discounts

July 4th tech deals: OLED monitors and RTX 5090 PCs at deep discountsTom's Hardware reports major price cuts on premium gaming hardware this July 4th weekend. A 27-inch 1440p 240 Hz OLED gaming monitor is available for just $349. An RTX 5090-powered gaming PC has seen a staggering $2,580 price reduction. These deals reflect aggressive retail promotions during the US holiday shopping period.

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The best tech deals this July 4thLast updated4 July 26 (Tom's Hardware)
Get a premium 27-inch 1440p 240 Hz OLED gaming monitor for only $349Published4 July 26 (Tom's Hardware)
The ultimate 4K RTX 5090 gaming titan plummets $2,580Published4 July 26 (Tom's Hardware)

Chinese AI chip startup uses 3D stacking to evade US controls

Chinese AI chip startup uses 3D stacking to evade US controlsA Chinese AI chip startup is betting on 3D stacking technology to circumvent US export restrictions on advanced semiconductors. ByteDance has discovered a new scaling law that could sustain the AI boom, potentially reducing dependence on traditional hardware scaling. Unitree Robotics is pursuing an IPO valued at around 42 billion yuan ($5.8 billion), testing investor appetite for Chinese robotics companies amid a flood of venture capital.

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Chinese AI chip start-up bets on 3D stacking to bypass US controls (SCMP)
China’s ByteDance discovers new scaling law that could sustain AI boom (SCMP)
Unitree IPO to test valuations as venture capital floods China roboticsThe robot maker plans to raise 4.2 billion yuan by selling at least 40 million shares that implies a valuation of around 42 billion yuan. (SCMP)

AI ethics debate intensifies amid rising infrastructure costs

AI ethics debate intensifies amid rising infrastructure costsThe Guardian examines the ethical dilemma of AI development, noting that society can debate AI ethics but seems unable to change course. Google's new commercial controversially imagines the Declaration of Independence written with AI assistance. TechCrunch highlights a warning about AI's real costs from Google and Amazon, as infrastructure spending surges. The growing complexity of AI terminology has also spurred a comprehensive AI glossary.

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double quotation markWe can debate the ethics of AI but can’t seem to change course (The Guardian)
New Google commercial imagines a Declaration of Independence written with help from AI (TechCrunch)
The only AI glossary you’ll need this year (TechCrunch)
A warning sign about AI’s real cost, courtesy of Google and Amazon (TechCrunch)

Alibaba bans staff from using Anthropic's Claude Code over spyware fears

Alibaba bans staff from using Anthropic's Claude Code over spyware fearsAlibaba has banned employees from using Claude Code, Anthropic's AI coding assistant, after discovering hidden code that tracked Chinese users. The Chinese tech giant classified Claude Code as high-risk software. TechCrunch, SCMP, and China Daily all reported the ban, highlighting growing tensions between US AI firms and Chinese enterprises over data security.

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Alibaba bans staff from using Claude Code over Anthropic spyware concernsThe Chinese tech giant has listed Claude Code as ‘high-risk’ software, after discovering Anthropic had tracked Chinese users using hidden code. (SCMP)
Alibaba bans internal use of Anthropic's Claude (China Daily)
Alibaba reportedly bans employees from using Claude Code (TechCrunch)