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TikTok has announced that it is in the process of restoring its services in the United States with a view to resuming. This decision follows negotiations with the Trump administration.
The application, used by more than 170 million Americanswas offline this weekend in force of a law banning TikTok for reasons of national security. President Trump, however, decided to extend the deadline for applying certain restrictions in order to leave room for negotiations aimed at guaranteeing data sovereignty.
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This announcement, which is suspended from an Executive Order, also remains conditional on the cooperation of TikTok’s technological suppliers and partners: breaking US law could cost them a fine of hundreds of millions of dollars.
A recovery conditioned on long-term solutions
Donald Trump clarified that he was considering this decision as part of a strategic partnership for TikTok, allowing American companies to take a majority stake in a company incorporated under American law. Among the options mentioned, a collaboration with Oracle (technology supplier to TikTok in the United States) and Walmartinitially discussed in 2020, could be reactivated, alongside the hypothesis X that we talked about last week, Amazon could also be in the ranks, particularly interested in TikTok Shop
An immediate economic impact
The temporary closure of TikTok caused a wave of reactions in economic sectors linked to the application. Many companies, particularly in e-commerce and marketing, have had to react quickly to find alternative solutions. Searches for VPNs have exploded, and influencers have expressed concerns about the sustainability of their businesses
On Sunday afternoon, we interviewed Pierre Poignant, CEO of ESSOR, a company that sells its products notably via TikTok Shop and a fine analyst of Sino-American relations, about Ban on the impact for brands and creators?
Meta in commando mode, “you never know it could work”
Following the removal of CapCut from the American app stores as part of the ban on TikTok, Meta announced the imminent launch ofEdits, a video editing application dedicated to creators. Adam Mosseri, Director of Instagram, clarified that “Edits” is aimed at content professionals with advanced tools, a high-quality camera and direct integration with Instagram to analyze video performance. The application will be available on iOS next month, followed by an Android version
OpenAI will unveil its new projects to the US government on January 30
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, will meet with US officials on January 30 to present “super agents” with expertise equivalent to that of a doctoral student. These systems, capable of analyzing complex data and capable of automating high value-added tasks. Altman will also take this opportunity to discuss his AI economic roadmap in the United Statesemphasizing the importance of public-private collaboration to support technological expansion.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, calls this period the “Intelligence Age,” where AI can bring an unprecedented level of prosperity. This transformation requires a massive expansion of IT capabilities. The roadmap presented serves as the basis for the initiative “Innovating for America.”
Sam Altman highlights the importance of investing in the infrastructure needed to support the rise of AI:
- Data centersto process increasing volumes of data.
- Semiconductor manufacturingessential for AI systems.
- Energy plantsto meet the increased energy needs of advanced systems.
In this Blueprint, Sam Altman warns against flight of investments towards projects supported by Chinabelieving that $175 billion of global funds await opportunities in AI.
EU steps up investigation into X and its recommendation algorithms
The European Commission has demanded X full disclosure of recent adjustments to its recommendation algorithm. This investigation, expanded on Friday, aims to assess the impact of the platform on European politics, particularly in Germany, where allegations of promoting far-right content have been raised.
The Commission also issued a withholding order to ensure access to materials related to content moderation and amplification. The development comes after Chancellor Olaf Scholz denounced Elon Musk’s support for the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), a party designated in part as extremist by German intelligence services.
X could face financial sanctions of up to 6% of its global turnover, in the event of violations of the Digital Services Act.
Authoritarianism infiltrates Silicon Valley and American politics
Remember his name, Curtis Yarvinlong relegated to the margins of political thought, is now establishing itself as a major influence behind the scenes of tech players and among many politicians in the United States. Defender of an American “monarchy” led by a leader, a true CEO, Yarvin embodies an anti-democratic ideological offensive which is increasingly attractive. His project? overthrow democracy, which he considers to be an outdated model, riddled with inefficiency and incapable of responding to popular aspirations. He finds his source of inspiration in Franklin D.Rooseveltwhich he depicts as a “ benevolent dictator » having led the New Deal with authority. Until now marginalized, his theses find a growing echo among influential figures like Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen and members of the incoming Republican administration. A weak signal not to be ignored.
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Do Europeans like Elon Musk?
Europeans are divided on Elon Musk, according to the 2nd edition of ELONSCORE in January unveiled by Harris Interactive in partnership with the investment fund FRST CAPITAL. Italy thus displays the highest level of support with 51% of favorable opinions, followed by France, Sweden and the United Kingdom at 36%, and Germany at 33%. Among those under 35, enthusiasm is much more marked, reaching 57% in Italy and 51% in France.
Although significant gaps appear between the sexes, income does not seem to influence the results. Comparatively, Musk surpasses Donald Trump in France (21%, according to Ipsos) and is approaching his American score (37%, according to PBS). A score that places it between fascination for innovation and skepticism, Europe remains divided today.
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eToro targets US IPO with $5 billion valuation
Online trading platform eToro has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States, targeting a valuation of $5 billion. The company, specializing in trading for individuals, was valued at $3.5 billion in 2023.
ANXIEOUS GENERATION, a book to put in everyone’s hands before it is too late.
In his new work Generation Anxiety, Jonathan Haidt analyzes the devastating effects of the emergence of smartphones and social networks between 2010 and 2015 on the mental health of adolescents. It points to a worrying rise in anxiety, depression and suicides, particularly among girls, directly linked to the massive use of screens.
Haidt identifies four key factors in this crisis: social deprivation, fragmentation of attention, lack of sleep and behavioral addiction. He also highlights the responsibility of parents, schools, governments and technology companies, which he accuses of behaving like the tobacco industry by exploiting young people’s vulnerabilities to maximize their engagement.
Generation Anxiety stands out as an essential work for understanding this crisis and acting collectively to protect future generations.
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