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DJI and other drone companies get a partial reprieve in the US – but the ban on new models still stands

The Department of Commerce has decided not to make the US's worrying 'DJI ban' even worse.

TechRadar

US Department of Commerce lifts planned crackdown on Chinese drones, including DJI — company gets reprieve ahead of Xi-Trump meeting in April, but the FCC ban still stands

The U.S. Department of Commerce has retracted its proposal to stop the import of DJI drones, but the FCC's ban means that the U.S.'s doors are closed to new DJI models anyway.

Tom’s Hardware

U.S. allows TSMC to import chipmaking equipment to its China fabs — Samsung, SK hynix likewise receive go signal from Commerce Department

The U.S. Department of Commerce didn't renew the validated end-user status of these chipmakers, requiring them to acquire annual licenses to import chipmaking tools containing U.S. tech into their Chinese fabs.

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TP-Link routers face potential U.S. ban over alleged China-related national security concerns — company "vigorously disputes" Department of Commerce's findings

Already under intense scrutiny for alleged ties to China, TP-Link, a now-U.S.-based and operated company is on the verge of being banned. In a new proposal concocted by the Department of Commerce, and backed by the Department of Justice, Defense and Homeland Security, TP-Link routers might no longer be allowed…

Tom’s Hardware

Would Jimmy Kimmel Have Standing To Bring a Jawboning Claim Under Murthy?

Whatever standing rule applies to the red team should apply to the blue team.

Reason

White House reveals nebulous plans to put government data on the blockchain — 'The Department of Commerce is going to start issuing its statistics on the blockchain because you are the crypto president'

The White House announced plans to put statistics on 'the blockchain' for... reasons.

Tom’s Hardware

Commerce Secretary Lutnick: US GDP Statistics To Be Published On Blockchain

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Tuesday said the Department of Commerce will begin publishing its statistics on the blockchain, including gross domestic product (GDP).

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The Court Might Favor Standing For Business Interests, But Blue States Beat Red States

Justices Jackson and Kavanaugh both miss the obvious distinction.

Reason

More US government departments ban controversial AI model DeepSeek

Staffers at the US Department of Commence can no longer use Chinese AI model DeepSeek.

TechRadar

Dave Portnoy claims White House reached out to hire him for Commerce Department job

Portnoy, who has been a consistent and vocal supporter of Trump, made the claim in a video posted on X

The Independent UK

First Circuit Denies Trump Administration Motion for Stay of Universal Injunction Against Birthright Citizenship Executive Order

Interestingly enough, the government focused its argument on standing, and did not defend the Executive Order on the merits.

Reason

US Senate finds Commerce Department’s efforts to enact bans and sanction “inadequate” — investigation finds agency underfunded, must rely on voluntary compliance by chipmakers

The U.S. Senate found that the Department of Commerce isn't effective in enforcing Washington's bans and sanctions due to lack of funding.

Tom’s Hardware

U.S. Govt pushes Nvidia and Apple to use Intel's foundries — Department of Commerce Secretary Raimondo makes appeal for US-based chip production

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger expressed his frustrations about American tech companies' use of TSMC for their chip requirements during a meeting with Secretary Raimondo. The latter then encouraged investors in private sessions to use American foundries for their chip-making needs.

Tom’s Hardware

Why Does (It At Least Appear That) Justice Barrett Applies "New," "Heightened," and "Elevated" Standing Rules?

Justice Barrett adamantly resists the suggestion that she keeps leveling up the burden on plaintiffs, but it is becoming more difficult to deny.

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Tom’s Guide

US crackdown on Huawei intensifies as Intel, Qualcomm lose licenses to ship chips to the Chinese hardware giant

The U.S. Department of Commerce has revoked licenses for Intel and Qualcomm to ship some chips to Huawei, likely in response to lawmakers' fears of the Chinese tech company's AI laptops.

TechRadar

The US government wants to go all-in on digital twins - and has some serious budget to fund the work

US Department of Commerce announces up to $285 million in funding for someone to research digital twins.

Reason

Prof. Thomas Merrill on "Does Chevron Mandate Brand X?"

I'm delighted to pass along this item from Prof. Thomas Merrill (Columbia), whom readers might remember as a guest-blogger from a couple of years ago, and who is the author of The Chevron Doctrine: Its Rise, and Fall, and the Future of the Administrative State (2022): In Loper Bright Enterprises…

Reason

Brickbat: So Tired

New tires for automobiles could become more expensive and less safe under legislation proposed by Washington state lawmakers. The proposed bill would give the state Department of Commerce the power to ban the sale of tires it deems bad for the environment. The bill targets heavier and more durable tires,…

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Ballotpedia

SCOTUS looks at Chevron—but what exactly does that mean?

Welcome to the Tuesday, January 30, Brew.

Dynamite News

DGFT to discuss trade regime of dual-use goods, software and technology on Jan 30

The DGFT, Department of Commerce in partnership with the MEA and other government agencies is organising the NCSTC scheduled for January 30, 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

Ballotpedia

SCOTUS hears oral argument in challenge to Chevron deference

The Checks and Balances Letter delivers news and information from Ballotpedia’s Administrative State Project, including pivotal actions at the federal and state levels related to the separation of powers, due process, and the rule of law.

Ballotpedia

SCOTUS hears oral argument in challenge to Chevron deference

The United States Supreme Court on January 17, 2024, heard oral argument in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and Relentless, Inc. v. Department of Commerce—two consolidated cases challenging an agency’s interpretation of a federal fishery law that could affect future applications of Chevron deference by the federal courts.

The Conversation

A Supreme Court ruling on fishing for herring could sharply curb federal regulatory power

Fisheries regulation might seem to be unusual grounds for the U.S. Supreme Court to shift power away from federal agencies. But that is what the court seems poised to do in the combined cases of Loper Bright Enterprises vs. Raimondo and Relentless Inc. vs. Department of Commerce. The cases are…

International Business Times

'DOGE-1' Moon Mission Inches Closer To Becoming A Reality With Latest Milestone

This project is historic, especially for the crypto industry, as it is the first satellite launch to be fully funded in DOGE cryptocurrency.

Ballotpedia

SCOTUS takes up second Chevron case, bump stock ban challenge

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