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Biden Celebrates Democratic Midterm Results, Signals Willingness to Work With GOP

President Biden praises Democrats for defying historical expectations and avoiding a predicted red wave in the midterm elections. He also expresses readiness to cooperate with Republicans and hints at a 2024 reelection announcement early next year.

Biden Admin Targets China's Tech Future With Sweeping Chip Export Bans

The Biden administration introduces strict semiconductor export controls that block advanced chip sales, manufacturing equipment, and technical expertise from reaching China. These measures threaten to delay China's technological progress by up to a decade.

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Climate Tech Wins Big as Inflation Reduction Act Becomes Law

President Biden signs the Inflation Reduction Act, delivering massive tax credits to renewable energy and climate tech sectors. The landmark legislation puts the US on track to cut emissions by 40% below 2005 levels by the end of the decade.

Biden Signs CHIPS Act to Revitalize US Semiconductor Manufacturing

President Biden signs the bipartisan CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, allocating $52.7 billion to boost domestic semiconductor production and research.

Biden Signs CHIPS Act to Revitalize US Semiconductor Manufacturing

President Biden signs the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 into law, allocating $52.7 billion to boost domestic semiconductor production and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains.

Biden Executive Order Bans Russian Oil, Gas, and Coal Imports

President Biden issues an executive order that immediately prohibits the import of Russian-origin energy products, including crude oil, LNG, and coal. The directive also blocks US citizens from making new investments or facilitating foreign energy transactions in Russia.

Biden Administration Pursues Three-Pronged Strategy Against Big Tech Monopolies

The Biden administration pushes to modernize antitrust enforcement by targeting anti-competitive acquisitions, redefining data as market power, and building public support for new regulations.

Young Pakistani-American Scholar Lina Khan Drives New US Antitrust Agenda

Newly appointed FTC Chair Lina Khan influences a sweeping executive order aimed at curbing monopolistic practices across major American industries. Her groundbreaking legal scholarship shifts the focus of antitrust enforcement beyond just consumer prices.

Biden Executive Order Targets Big Tech Monopolies to Restore Market Competition

A new executive order directs federal agencies to crack down on anti-competitive practices by large technology platforms. The initiative focuses on curbing monopolistic mergers, limiting data collection, and protecting small online businesses.

Biden Signs Executive Order to Curb Big Tech Anti-Competitive Practices

President Biden signs a sweeping executive order targeting anti-competitive practices in Big Tech and other major industries. The order directs multiple federal agencies to increase scrutiny of corporate consolidation and protect consumers.

Biden's FCC Faces Broadband Challenges Left by Trump Administration

The new administration's FCC tackles critical broadband infrastructure issues including cybersecurity, 5G deployment, and data collection that previous leadership overlooked.

Progressive Tech Critic Lina Khan Takes Helm as FTC Chair

The Senate confirms Lina Khan in a 69-28 vote, and President Biden immediately elevates the 32-year-old antitrust scholar to lead the Federal Trade Commission.

G7 Leaders Pledge One Billion Vaccine Doses and Fairer Global Taxes

The G7 nations commit to sharing one billion COVID-19 vaccine doses over the next year while outlining a massive economic recovery plan. The coalition also champions a reformed global tax system to end corporate tax avoidance.

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Biden's Executive Order 14036 Targets Anti-Competitive Practices Across US Economy

Executive Order 14036 directs over a dozen federal agencies to tackle corporate consolidation and anti-competitive practices through 72 specific initiatives. President Trump revokes this sweeping order in August 2025.

Biden's Final Cyber Executive Order Overhauls Federal Software Acquisition

A new cybersecurity executive order from the Biden administration introduces stricter requirements for software providers selling to the federal government. The order focuses heavily on closing security loopholes in software acquisition and addressing AI-fueled risks.