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Jan 14, 2026 Nvidia has gained approval to sell its chips in China, but potential restrictions loom. Tesla is shifting its Full Self-Driving feature to a subscription model, leaving buyers in limbo. Matthew McConaughey is trademarking his likeness to combat unauthorized AI use of his voice. Meanwhile, Meta is shutting down three VR studios, indicating a shift in its metaverse ambitions. AI is also reshaping recruitment strategies at McKinsey, where candidates will navigate interviews with an AI chatbot.
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H200 Sales Approved But Politically Blocked
- The U.S. approved NVIDIA H200 sales to China but capped China at 50% of U.S. customer shipments.
- Reuters reports Chinese customs may be blocking H200 imports, creating a diplomatic and commercial stalemate.
Meta Scales Back VR To Push Wearables
- Meta is cutting Reality Labs content teams and shifting investment toward wearables.
- The company will close three VR studios and stop adding new Supernatural fitness features while supporting existing products.
Prepare For FSD Subscription Shift
- Expect Tesla to discontinue one-time FSD purchases after February 14 and switch to subscription-only access.
- Do evaluate the subscription model's ongoing costs before committing to Tesla's Full Self-Driving package.