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global
- Trump's administration is facing scrutiny over potential tech transfers to the U.A.E. and Saudi Arabia.
- Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia have been delayed, with accusations being exchanged.
- The Pentagon has expanded its military buildup at the border, sending troops and equipment.
- A baby was healed using a first-of-its-kind personalized gene-editing treatment.
- Trump fired hundreds of Voice of America employees, impacting over a third of the organization's staff.

markets
- U.S. and China reached a deal to cut tariffs, boosting stock markets in Europe and Hong Kong.
- Bond market signals concerns about the U.S. deficit, according to Wells Fargo and Cantor Fitzgerald.
- Trump is traveling to the Middle East focusing on oil, trade, and nuclear issues.
- U.S. crude oil prices fell to their lowest level since 2021 following OPEC+’s decision to increase production.
- Investors are increasingly interested in Japanese assets, with record inflows recorded in April.

tech
- AI safety concerns are rising as Silicon Valley prioritizes product launches over ethical considerations.
- TikTok is exploring meditation features amid scrutiny over its impact on children.
- Elon Musk’s xAI admits Grok chatbot's 'white genocide' posts stemmed from a values violation.
- The U.S. looks to Canada for potential solutions regarding cryptocurrency regulation.
- YouTube launches a weekly top podcast list, competing with Spotify and Apple.