Friday’s news wrap covers major developments shaping global politics, technology, and security. A suspect has been arrested in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, sparking outrage.
Meanwhile, the FTC is probing Amazon and Google’s ad practices, Nvidia and OpenAI are backing UK AI hubs, and the US urges G7 allies to hit China and India with tariffs to pressure Russia.
A glance at the biggest stories capturing attention today.
Suspect arrested in Charlie Kirk murder
Utah authorities have taken 22-year-old Tyler Robinson into custody as the suspect in the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The arrest comes after a thorough investigation, including digital evidence from Robinson’s Discord messages and surveillance footage.
Robinson is accused of shooting Kirk during an event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, where Kirk was killed by a single gunshot to the neck.
Governor Spencer Cox confirmed that a relative of Robinson reached out to law enforcement after the suspect implied involvement.
Robinson, a former Utah State University student, faces charges including aggravated murder. Officials say a high-powered bolt-action rifle believed to be the murder weapon was recovered near the scene.
Former President Donald Trump, who called Kirk like a son, stated with “a high degree of certainty” that the suspect had been caught, urging that Robinson face the death penalty.
The case marks a dark moment in US political violence as the community grapples with the aftermath. Read full report here.
FTC probes Amazon, Google ads
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is probing Amazon and Google over their search advertising practices, focusing on whether both companies misled advertisers about pricing and terms.
The investigation centers on Amazon’s “reserve pricing” in ad auctions, a minimum price advertisers must meet to place ads and Google’s internal pricing processes.
The FTC is examining whether Google raised ad costs without properly informing advertisers. These probes come amid ongoing scrutiny of big tech’s dominance in digital advertising, following prior antitrust cases.
Both Amazon and Google have yet to comment. The investigation aims to ensure transparency in the multi-billion-dollar online ad market and protect advertisers from undisclosed pricing practices.
Nvidia, OpenAI back UK AI hubs
Nvidia and OpenAI are preparing to announce a multi-billion-dollar investment in new data centers in the UK, coinciding with US President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to the country.
The two tech giants plan to partner with London-based data center operator Nscale Global Holdings for this major project.
The UK government is expected to provide energy support, while OpenAI will contribute AI tools and Nvidia will supply advanced chips.
This move underscores growing demand for AI infrastructure and digital resilience in Europe.
The announcement highlights the UK’s aim to boost its AI capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign technology, as global competition for AI dominance intensifies.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Nvidia’s Jensen Huang will be key figures in unveiling the plan. Read full report here
G7 urged to target Russia’s allies
The US Treasury is pushing G7 and European Union allies to impose “meaningful tariffs” on imports from China and India to curb their purchases of Russian oil, aimed at cutting funds that support Russia’s war in Ukraine.
An emergency G7 finance meeting was convened to discuss ramping up pressure on Moscow.
President Donald Trump has already imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods, partly as punishment for these purchases, souring trade talks.
However, no further tariffs have been applied to China due to sensitive trade relations.
The US stresses that these tariffs will be lifted once the war ends, urging allies to join in to escalate economic pressure on Russia. Read full report here
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