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Tech’s politics push at home and abroad
Tech billionaires are increasing their financial influence over California's midterm politics while simultaneously expanding their global footprint, particularly in India. At the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, India pushed back against what it characterized as an 'AI monopoly' held by the US and China, even as tech companies pledged tens of billions in investment for Indian datacenters and customer bases. The developments highlight the growing intersection of technology, geopolitics, and domestic po