What happens when China drops open-weight AI models that rival Silicon Valley's best? This episode unpacks how a new wave of international AI releases is shaking up business, policy, and the future of innovation.<ul> 
<li>Linus Torvalds to critics of AI coding in Linux: "Fork it. Or just walk away."</li> 
<li>Claude on X: "Beginning July 20, Claude Fable 5 will be included in all Max and Team Premium plans, at 50% of limits. Pro and Team Standard users will continue to have access to Fable via usage credits, and will receive a one-time $100 credit. Demand for Fable has been challenging to" </li> 
<li>China's Moonshot AI Unveils Kimi Model, Threatening America's Lead</li> 
<li>Alibaba's Qwen Unveils Preview of Flagship AI Model</li> 
<li>Social media limits are coming for teens across Europe</li> 
<li>The White House is now deciding who gets access to frontier AI models, not the labs</li> 
<li>Microsoft chief turns hostile on frontier AI labs, warns companies to guard their IP</li> 
<li>Meta Is Flooding the Market With Smartglasses. Privacy Advocates Are Up in Arms.</li> 
<li>Federal employees can download TikTok on government devices, DOJ says</li> 
<li>Amazon Web Services customers receive bills for up to $1.5tn after global glitch</li> 
<li>MLB cracks down on using AI via dugout iPads to help shape in-game decisions</li> 
<li>White House Teleprompter Operator Bet on Trump Speeches, Kalshi Says</li> 
<li>New York school district is testing lifelike robot teachers</li></ul> 
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