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Connected to Trump’s foreign policy is the UN situation. Namely, the UN faces renewed financial uncertainty as Donald Trump’s administration reviews all US support for international organisations.

The US president has instead proposed substantial reductions or even the elimination of federal income taxes once the full impact of import tariffs is realised. In a 27 April post on Truth Social, Trump revealed that the plan would primarily benefit individuals earning less than $200,000 annually. Trump has also signed executive orders easing his controversial 25% tariffs on automobiles and parts to relieve pressure on carmakers struggling with rising costs.

The UAE has announced the launch of its AI Academy, aiming to strengthen the country’s position in AI innovation both regionally and globally.

The United Kingdom and the United States are set to strengthen their collaboration in advancing cryptocurrency adoption.

Microsoft has unveiled a set of five digital commitments aimed at supporting Europe’s technological and economic future.

Intel is witnessing strong demand for its older Raptor Lake and Alder Lake processors, as buyers shy away from newer AI-enhanced chips like Meteor and Lunar Lake.

For the main updates and reflections, consult the Radar and Reading Corner below.


Highlights from the week of 25 – 2 May 2025

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As digital tensions rise globally, President Trump’s early tech agenda signals a strategic gamble that bets on tradition while the rest of the world pushes for transformation.

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The US government opposes the new AI Code, calling it anti-innovation. Critics say Big Tech had too much access.

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As the UN braces for possible funding upheavals, the future of global cooperation could hinge on decisions unfolding quietly behind closed doors in Washington.

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Ford, GM, and Stellantis welcome Trump’s tariff rollback as a step forward, though supply chain challenges remain.

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With a 65% market share, Chrome could reshape the tech landscape if sold. OpenAI, Yahoo and others are circling.

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Following backlash, OpenAI restores GPT-4o’s previous version and vows to avoid disingenuous praise in future.

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International cooperation is essential for success, with both countries aiming to set groundbreaking regulatory standards for the crypto industry.

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New data centre growth will double Microsoft’s European capacity between 2023 and 2027.

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As global powers invest in shaping the next generation of AI innovators, classrooms emerge as unexpected arenas where technology, diplomacy, and geopolitics converge.

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ChatGPT and Meta AI still lead in total user base.

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The PPP aims to overhaul digital asset laws, allowing non-profits to trade crypto and institutionalising corporate participation by Q2 of this year.


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May 2025 online courses | Diplo Academy Diplo Academy is excited to announce the start of four online courses on 5 May 2025:

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 WSIS+20 review: What’s in it for Africa?  An expert-guided dialogue among diplomats | Dedicated exclusively to African Permanent Missions to the UN in Geneva.

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Swiss Plateforme Tripartite: Meeting on WSIS+20 On 6 May, the Swiss Federal Office of Communications (OFCOM) will host a virtual meeting on the WSIS+20


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