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U.S. authorities garner 15% of their chip sales revenues from China.

Nvidia's AI chips delivery to China has been halted for several months. A relaxation of restrictions has taken place, but only after agreeing to a 15% duty.

US authorities acquire 15% of the chip sales destined for China.
US authorities acquire 15% of the chip sales destined for China.

U.S. authorities garner 15% of their chip sales revenues from China.

In a significant move, tech giant Microsoft has declared that it will be ending its support for Windows 10 after a decade. This decision means that the company will no longer provide updates, security patches, or technical assistance for the operating system after its support period ends.

Microsoft Bids Farewell to Windows 10

The aging software, which was first released in 2015, will join the ranks of other discontinued Microsoft products. The decision comes as Windows 11, Microsoft's latest operating system, continues to gain traction.

A Rare Occurrence: Trump's Involvement in Company Affairs

Meanwhile, in a separate development, U.S. President Donald Trump has made a statement about a company's affairs, specifically a resignation demand. Trump's involvement in company affairs, as demonstrated by his public call for the resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, represents a more aggressive and unusual use of presidential influence to pressure business leaders.

Trump called Tan "highly conflicted" and demanded his immediate resignation on social media, citing concerns—shared by Senator Tom Cotton—about Tan's investments and ties to multiple Chinese companies, including those allegedly connected to the Chinese military.

Implications of Trump's Involvement

Trump's public criticism caused Intel's stock to drop by 1.7% in early trading, highlighting how presidential statements can directly affect market confidence. The situation also raises questions about legal and executive authority, as well as security and ethical concerns related to potential conflicts of interest and national security risks.

The concerns revolve around Tan's business relationships with Chinese companies, some of which are alleged to have ties to the Chinese People's Liberation Army. The exact details of why the Intel CEO resigned are not provided in the article.

The Rise of Calisthenics Worldwide

On a different note, the spread of calisthenics spots worldwide is a recent trend. Calisthenics, exercises that use only the body weight for resistance, such as pull-ups, are becoming more prevalent, offering a low-cost, equipment-free way to stay fit.

As always, stay tuned for more updates on these and other developing stories.

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