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Trump Launches $500 Billion AI Initiative, Eyes TikTok Sale

1/26/2025

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President Trump unveiled a bold $500 billion Stargate AI initiative, set to establish data centers across the U.S. Meanwhile, he’s on the hunt for an American buyer for TikTok, with tech titans Elon Musk and Larry Ellison in the mix. This shift in strategy raises eyebrows, reigniting debates over national security and the app's controversial ownership.

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President Trump unveiled a bold $500 billion Stargate AI initiative, set to establish data centers across the U.S. Meanwhile, he’s on the hunt for an American buyer for TikTok, with tech titans Elon Musk and Larry Ellison in the mix. This shift in strategy raises eyebrows, reigniting debates over national security and the app's controversial ownership.