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    Top AI leaders to meet Trump at White House amid warnings▼Top AI leaders to meet with Trump at White House amid dire warnings about technology✉newsTechnologyAI25 min ago

    Leading figures from the artificial intelligence industry are set to meet President Trump at the White House, according to ABC News. The meeting comes amid dire warnings about the risks posed by the rapidly advancing technology, and observers are watching closely for signs of what policy direction the administration may take on AI regulation and safety.

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    Posts discuss a state dinner at the White House where President Trump hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping, with technology executives reportedly among the guests. Users are sharing clips and reactions to the meeting, with commentary focused on the symbolism of the two leaders dining together and the presence of tech industry figures at the table. The discussion appears to centre on US-China relations and what the gathering signals.

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    Trump to meet tech CEOs on balancing AI policy▼Trump's AI meeting with tech CEOs to focus on finding balance, US House speaker says✉newsTechnology8 h ago

    US House Speaker Mike Johnson says President Trump's meeting with technology chief executives will focus on finding the right balance on artificial intelligence. The discussion is expected to weigh innovation and industry growth against regulation and safety concerns. The meeting brings the Trump administration face to face with leading AI companies as Washington shapes its approach to governing the fast-moving technology.

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    Trump and Johnson to meet AI executives at White House▼Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid growing debate over safety guardrails✉newsTechnologyAI4 h ago

    President Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson are scheduled to meet with artificial intelligence executives at the White House. The meeting comes as debate intensifies in Washington over how far safety guardrails for AI development should go, with policymakers weighing innovation against risks. Details of which executives will attend and what will be discussed have not been fully laid out.

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    Trump to meet AI and government leaders amid tech concerns▼Trump to meet with AI, government leaders amid concerns about technology✉newsTechnology23 h ago

    President Trump is set to hold meetings with artificial intelligence executives and government officials, according to USA Today. The talks come amid growing public and political concern over the rapid development of AI, including its impact on jobs, security and misinformation. The meetings signal the White House is engaging directly with industry leaders on how the technology should be regulated and deployed.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to dine with Trump at White House▼Anthropic CEO Amodei to have dinner with Trump at White House✉newsTechnology1 d ago

    Dario Amodei, chief executive of AI company Anthropic, is set to have dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House. The meeting signals growing engagement between leading artificial intelligence firms and the US administration, as policymakers weigh regulation, investment and national security issues around AI development.

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    US Housing Faces Shortage of 300,000 Skilled Trades Workers▼Skilled Trades Shortage Hits Housing: 300,000 Unfilled Jobs - News and Statistics✉newsBusinessReal Estate5 h ago

    The housing sector is short an estimated 300,000 skilled trades workers, a gap that is delaying construction and adding to costs. Builders report persistent difficulty filling electrician, plumber and carpenter roles, which limits how fast new homes can come to market. Industry analysts say the shortage is a key constraint on easing housing supply problems.

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    President Trump is meeting with Anthropic's chief executive amid fresh reports of AI security breaches. The reported intrusions have intensified safety concerns around advanced artificial intelligence systems, and the meeting is being read as a sign of growing engagement between the White House and leading AI developers on regulation, security, and industry safeguards.

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    Trump dines with Anthropic CEO ahead of tech leaders event▼Trump dines with Anthropic CEO ahead of event with tech leaders✉newsWorldPolitics8 h ago

    President Donald Trump had dinner with Anthropic CEO Darian Amodei ahead of a scheduled gathering with prominent technology leaders. The meeting signals continued outreach by the White House to major artificial intelligence companies, whose executives have increasingly sought influence over policy on AI regulation, safety and government contracts. Details of what was discussed at the dinner have not been released, and attention is focused on the broader event with tech executives that follows.

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    Mortgage rates surge, leaving homebuyers wondering what's next▼Mortgage rates have gone wild, so what’s next for housing?✉newsBusinessReal Estate22 h ago

    Mortgage rates have swung sharply, prompting questions about where the housing market goes from here. Industry observers are weighing whether elevated borrowing costs will cool home sales and price growth, or whether rates could ease in the months ahead. Homebuyers and sellers are watching closely as volatility makes it harder to plan purchases and refinancing decisions.

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    Rising mortgage rates dash hopes of housing comeback▼Realtors predicted a modest housing comeback this year. Rising mortgage rates are now dashing those hopes✉newsBusinessReal Estate18 h ago

    Realtors had forecast a modest recovery in the housing market this year, but those expectations are fading as mortgage rates climb again. Higher borrowing costs are discouraging buyers, cooling activity that industry observers hoped would rebound after a difficult stretch. The renewed rate pressure leaves agents and economists reassessing whether any meaningful turnaround in home sales and prices can materialise this year.

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    Trump Hosts Anthropic CEO, Rejects Slowing AI Race With China●Trump Hosts Anthropic’s Dario Amodei, Rejects Calls to Slow the AI Race With China✉newsTechnology1 d ago

    President Donald Trump met with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei at the White House and rejected calls to slow the AI race with China. The meeting signals the administration's intent to keep the United States accelerating in artificial intelligence rather than pausing development for safety coordination with Beijing, a stance that divides AI industry leaders and safety advocates.

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    Trump Hosts Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei at White House Dinner●Trump Hosts Anthropic CEO Amodei for Private White House Dinner𝕏xSETechnologyAI4.3K1 d ago

    President Trump held a private dinner at the White House with Dario Amodei, chief executive of AI company Anthropic. The meeting between the president and one of the leading figures in artificial intelligence is drawing attention to the administration's approach to the AI industry. Commentators are speculating about what the unusual sit-down signals for future policy toward frontier AI developers.

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    Coldwell Banker CEO: Housing Is in a Soft Period▼Mortgage Rates and Inflation Are Cooling Housing Demand — Coldwell Banker CEO Says ‘We Are Definitely in a Soft Period Right Now’✉newsBusinessEconomy1 d ago

    Coldwell Banker's chief executive says the US housing market is 'definitely in a soft period right now', pointing to elevated mortgage rates and persistent inflation cooling buyer demand. The comments add to a string of cautious assessments from industry leaders as high borrowing costs keep many would-be buyers on the sidelines and slow home sales across the country.

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    Senate approves mental health legislation for U.S. pilots and controllers▼Senate approves mental health legislation for U.S. pilots, air traffic controllers✉newsHealth1 d ago

    The U.S. Senate has approved legislation addressing mental health support for pilots and air traffic controllers. The measure aims to make it easier for aviation professionals to seek treatment without automatically facing career penalties or loss of certification. The bill now moves to the House, with supporters saying it addresses longstanding stigma in the aviation industry.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to Dine With Trump at White House●Dario Amodei of Anthropic to Dine With Trump at White House https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/27/us/politics/trump-amodei-MmastodonTechnologyAI41 d ago

    Dario Amodei, chief executive of the AI company Anthropic, is set to have dinner with President Trump at the White House, according to a New York Times report. The meeting highlights the growing closeness between leading artificial intelligence executives and the Trump administration, and is drawing attention from observers watching how AI policy and regulation may unfold in Washington.

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    Trump declares end to 'EV mandate' with new fuel standards▼Trump declares end to ‘EV mandate’ with new fuel economy standards✉newsBusinessEconomy2 d ago

    President Trump announced new fuel economy standards that he says end the 'EV mandate,' rolling back requirements that pushed automakers toward electric vehicles. The move reverses stricter rules adopted under the Biden administration and gives manufacturers more flexibility to sell gasoline-powered cars. The announcement is drawing attention from the auto industry, environmental groups, and drivers watching how it will affect vehicle prices and EV adoption in the US.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to dine privately with Trump at White House▼Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to have private White House dinner with Trump✉newsTechnology1 d ago

    Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei is set to hold a private dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House. The meeting, reported by outlets including The Hill and Fox affiliate stations, signals growing direct engagement between leading artificial intelligence executives and the Trump administration, with observers watching for signs of policy shifts on AI regulation and government cooperation with the industry.

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    Anthropic CEO set to dine with President Trump▼Anthropic's CEO is about to have dinner with President Trump https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/27/anthropics-ceo-is-about-tMmastodonBusiness41 d ago

    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is scheduled to have dinner with President Trump. The meeting draws attention because Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence company, has often clashed with the administration on AI regulation. Observers are watching for signals about the company's political positioning and possible shifts in White House policy toward the AI industry.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to dine with Trump at White House●Scoop: Anthropic's Dario Amodei to have White House dinner with Trump✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is set to attend a White House dinner with President Trump, according to an Axios scoop. The meeting would bring together one of the leading figures in artificial intelligence with the US administration, drawing attention to the growing political significance of the AI industry and its leaders' engagement with Washington.

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    Hundreds of animal rights protesters staged a rally against the use of fur during Milan Fashion Week, calling on designers and luxury houses to abandon fur collections. The demonstration took place as international fashion press and buyers gathered in the Italian city for the shows, drawing coverage from fashion and news outlets worldwide.

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    Memo smearing Anthropic's Amodei circulated in White House▼Memo smearing Anthropic’s Amodei circulated in White House before CEO’s dinner with President Trump✉newsBusinessReal Estate16 h ago

    A memo critical of Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei circulated inside the White House ahead of his dinner with President Trump, according to Fortune. The episode highlights rising tensions around AI policy and who has the president's ear, with Amodei's company among the leading US artificial intelligence firms competing for influence in Washington.

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    Amazon Shifts From Buying Robots to Building Them▼Industry Insights: Amazon Used to Buy Robots. Now It Builds Them.✉newsTechnologyRobotics15 h ago

    Amazon has moved from purchasing warehouse robotics from outside vendors to designing and manufacturing robots in-house, according to industry analysis from the Association for Advancing Automation. The shift reflects the company's scale in logistics and its push to control automation technology across its fulfillment network. The development is drawing attention within the robotics industry as a sign of how large retailers are internalizing automation capabilities.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to Dine With Trump at White House▼Dario Amodei of Anthropic to Dine With Trump at White House✉newsTechnology1 d ago

    Dario Amodei, chief executive of the AI company Anthropic, is set to have dinner with President Trump at the White House, according to the New York Times. The meeting highlights growing contact between leading artificial intelligence executives and the administration, as Washington weighs policy on AI development, safety rules and industry investment.

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    Valley National Acquires Israeli Fintech Bluevine for $340 Million●U.S. bank Valley National buys Israeli fintech Bluevine for $340 million The acquisition will give the bank a digital smMmastodonBusinessBanking119 h ago

    U.S. regional bank Valley National has agreed to buy Israeli fintech Bluevine for $340 million. The deal gives the bank a digital small business lending platform and is expected to accelerate its technology and artificial intelligence strategy. Industry commentators are watching it as another sign of traditional banks buying fintech capabilities rather than building them in-house.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to Dine with Trump at White House▼Anthropic CEO Amodei to dine with Trump at White House✉newsBusinessStartups1 d ago

    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is set to attend a dinner with President Donald Trump at the White House. The meeting brings together one of the leading figures in artificial intelligence and the US administration, drawing attention given ongoing debates over AI regulation, safety policy, and the industry's growing political ties in Washington.

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    Armani open to multiple investors for 15% stake sale▼Armani open to more than one investor for sale of 15% stake, CEO says✉newsTechnologySoftware1 d ago

    Giorgio Armani's chief executive said the Italian fashion house is open to bringing in more than one investor as it considers selling a 15% stake. The comment signals flexibility over the structure of the deal, which is being watched closely across the luxury industry as it could shape the future ownership of one of Italy's best-known fashion brands.

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    Trump family cashes in as White House shields AI boom▼As White House shields the AI gold rush, Trump family and other allies strike...YhnBusinessLabor61 d ago

    The Trump family and other allies of the president are striking financial deals in the artificial intelligence sector while the White House advances policies that protect and promote the AI industry. The reporting raises conflict-of-interest concerns, suggesting that friendly regulation of the AI gold rush coincides with private financial gains for those close to the administration.

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    AI Governance Arrives in US Mortgage Finance▼AI Governance Has Arrived in Mortgage Finance. What Comes Next?✉newsBusinessFinance6 h ago

    The Urban Institute says AI governance has now formally arrived in mortgage finance, with regulators and lenders beginning to set rules for how artificial intelligence is used in underwriting, servicing and fraud detection. The report frames the moment as a turning point and asks what oversight frameworks will come next as adoption accelerates across the housing market.

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    Alexander McQueen is returning to London Fashion Week after 25 years away, in a significant homecoming for one of Britain's most celebrated fashion houses. The brand, founded by the late Lee McQueen and now part of the Kering group, had long shown its collections in Paris. The move is being read as a boost for London's standing on the global fashion calendar and a tribute to the label's British roots.

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    Protect College Sports Act passes the Senate▼Protect College Sports Act passes the Senate: What it means for the athletes, the industry and conference realignment✉newsSportSports10 h ago

    The US Senate has passed the Protect College Sports Act, a bill with potentially sweeping consequences for college athletics. Reports say the legislation could reshape the landscape for student athletes, the broader college sports industry, and ongoing conference realignment, though the details of its provisions and its path in the House remain unclear.

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    Home Builders Group Slams Immigration Enforcement Over Labor Shortages●NAHB Criticizes Immigration Enforcement Due to Affect on Housing Construction✉newsWorldImmigration19 h ago

    The National Association of Home Builders has publicly criticized US immigration enforcement, arguing that deportations and tighter controls are depriving the housing construction industry of needed workers. The group says losing immigrant labor threatens homebuilding output and worsens the housing supply shortage, adding the industry's voice to ongoing debates over enforcement policy.

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    Qualcomm and Apple Renew Patent Licensing Deal Through 2027▼Qualcomm Renews Apple Patent Pact Through 2027 [2026]✉newsTechnologySemiconductors1 d ago

    Qualcomm has renewed its patent licensing agreement with Apple, extending the arrangement through 2027. The deal keeps in place the payments Apple makes to use Qualcomm's wireless technology in iPhones, a relationship that has swung between litigation and cooperation for years. The renewal signals continued reliance on Qualcomm modems even as Apple works on its own in-house modem development.

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    Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei reportedly dining privately with Trump▼Dario Amodei Is Reportedly Having One of Those Cursed One-on-One Dinners With Trump https://gizmodo.com/dario-amodei-is-MmastodonBusiness41 d ago

    Dario Amodei, chief executive of AI company Anthropic, is reported to be having a one-on-one dinner with Donald Trump. The meeting, framed by Gizmodo as one of the tech industry's awkward private dinners with the president, is drawing attention because Anthropic has positioned itself as a safety-focused AI lab, raising questions about what the two discussed and what it signals about Silicon Valley's growing closeness to the White House.

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    US House Passes BRACE Act on Battery Recycling▼Battery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act: U.S. House of Representatives Passes BRACE Act (H.R. 9615)✉newsBusinessEconomy23 h ago

    The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Battery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act, known as the BRACE Act (H.R. 9615). The legislation aims to strengthen domestic battery recycling as part of a broader push for supply chain competitiveness and clean energy materials. Analysts note it could shape the battery and critical minerals industry, with attention now turning to the Senate.

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    Fur protests disrupt Milan Fashion Week shows●'Fashion victims': Fur protests hit Milan Fashion Week | Daily Sabah✉newsLifeFashion2 d ago

    Animal rights protesters targeted Milan Fashion Week over the use of fur, with demonstrations described under the slogan 'fashion victims'. Activists are calling on designers and luxury houses to abandon fur in their collections, drawing attention to the ethical debate around the industry during one of fashion's biggest showcase events.

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    Immigration crackdowns reshape the US construction workforce▼How immigration crackdowns are affecting the building landscape✉newsWorldImmigration21 h ago

    Immigration enforcement is tightening labor supply in the building industry, where foreign-born workers make up a large share of trades like roofing, drywall and carpentry. Dealers, contractors and builders report project delays, rising labor costs and slower home construction as workers stay off job sites, prompting calls for policy changes and workforce development.

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    Rocket Companies posts record mortgage market share●Rocket Companies posts record mortgage market s...✉newsBusinessReal Estate2 d ago

    Rocket Companies has posted record mortgage market share, strengthening its position as one of the largest US home lenders. The result points to the Detroit-based company gaining ground on competitors despite a difficult housing market shaped by high interest rates. Industry observers are watching whether the lender can hold that lead as mortgage volumes remain under pressure.

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    Homebuilders in Virginia report that intensified ICE enforcement is slowing construction activity across the state. Builders say immigration raids and fear of arrest are causing workers to stay off job sites, delaying residential projects and worsening labor shortages. The claims add to a wider debate over how stricter immigration enforcement is affecting housing supply and costs.

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    David Ellison, Tech Leaders Attend White House State Dinner for China's President●David Ellison, Tech Titans and Fox News Hosts Attend White House State Dinner Honoring China’s President https://www. hoMmastodonTechnology12 d ago

    A White House state dinner honoring China's president drew a guest list mixing Silicon Valley and conservative media, including Paramount Skydance chief David Ellison, Elon Musk and Fox News hosts. The attendance of prominent tech executives alongside cable news personalities is drawing attention as a sign of close ties between the administration and figures from both industries.