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Peter Thiel says Google's AI work in China is 'bad for America'

Last month the investor said Google has a "seemingly treasonous" relationship with China. Now, in a New York Times op-ed, he's underlining his point.

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Apple files for AR/VR patent, Equifax's fine over 2017 breach

Today's major tech stories include an AR/VR patent application from Apple, Microsoft's $1 billion investment in an AI start-up and Equifax's FTC settlement of up to $700 million.

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Trump backs billionaire supporter Peter Thiel's calls for Google investigation

The investor reportedly questioned if Chinese intelligence infiltrated the tech giant, and the President said his administration "will take a look."

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<p>Peter Thiel, PayPal founder-turned-venture-capitalist, discusses his support for US Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, October 31, 2016. / AFP / SAUL LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)</p>

Peter Thiel is totally over Silicon Valley, people

The billionaire tech investor and prominent conservative says the next Google will likely appear away from San Francisco.

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<p>Venture capitalist Peter Thiel considered leaving Facebook's board of directors.</p>

Peter Thiel reportedly considered leaving Facebook's board

The investor who made a massive bet on Facebook thought about exiting over national politics, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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<p>Peter Thiel doesn't represent your average tech elitist, according to this study.</p>

Tech elite aren't insane libertarians, says Stanford study

Commentary: What are they? Oh, they're basically boring old liberal types, with their own little twist. At least, that's what they told this survey they were.

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<p>Protestors rally against President Trump's immigration ban at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York.</p>

Tech calls Trump immigration ban 'bigotry' and 'un-American'

The tech industry is striking back at President Donald Trump's immigration order, saying it hurts employees and divides the country.

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Heavy data users: AT&T and Verizon are coming after you (The 3:59, Ep. 162)

Plus, we talk about Amazon's hiring binge, Samsung's foldable phone and Peter Thiel's take on Apple.

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<p>Peter Thiel. Now sitting at Donald Trump's right hand.</p>

The age of Apple is over, says Peter Thiel

Commentary: In a wide-ranging interview with The New York Times, the VC also says Elon Musk and Donald Trump are very similar.

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<p>Paypal cofounder and Silicon Valley investor Peter Thiel delivered a speech at the Republican National Convention in July.</p>

Peter Thiel to enter Trump inner circle as tech adviser

Although an informal arrangement for now, Silicon Valley investor Peter Thiel will have the incoming president's ear.

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Gawker settles Hulk Hogan privacy lawsuit for $31 million

The four-year battle between Gawker and the former pro wrestler has ended.

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<p>Leave it to Hallmark Movies to come up with a three-hour video featuring&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/Ye2gMvRa-iE">a cat and dog getting along</a> in the same pet bed in front of a roaring fireplace. The interior is decorated with ivy, bows, lights, stockings and of course, a Christmas tree. The video also plays non-stop traditional holiday music. Occasionally, we’ll see a close-up of the fire or the tree. But for the most part, this is a video of two pets waiting around for Santa to make an appearance. If you prefer your yule log with pets but&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/x6pJfg38qaU">without Christmas music</a>, there’s a video for that too.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://youtu.be/Ye2gMvRa-iE">Watch the video with music</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/x6pJfg38qaU">without</a>.&nbsp;</p>

Twitter is excited for Christmas -- on November 1

Social Cues: Nobody cares about Thanksgiving apparently. Also on social media, Philadelphia's commuters must suddenly find new ways to get to work.

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