"Hey everyone, it’s John here from The JMOR Tech Talk Show — and wow, this week’s tech news is absolutely packed. We’ve got billion-dollar breakthroughs, legal showdowns, AI innovations, and even some controversies that will make you think twice about the future. I’m going to walk you through 14 of the biggest stories shaking up the tech world right now, so buckle up — because this is going to be a wild ride."   1️⃣ 💥 "GlobalWafers just landed a $200 million boost from the U.S. CHIPS Act, and it’s all about ramping up chip production right here in America. With new facilities in Texas and Missouri, plus a fresh $3.5 billion plant in Sherman, they’re teaming up with Apple to supply the next generation of iPhone wafers. This is a big win for semiconductor self-reliance and keeping critical tech manufacturing on U.S. soil."   2️⃣ 🗺️ "South Korea is saying ‘not so fast’ to Google’s plan to export local map data. They’re citing national security concerns, including the risk of exposing sensitive military sites. Meanwhile, the U.S. is calling this a trade barrier, and the tension is building. It’s a collision of tech, security, and geopolitics — and it’s far from over."   3️⃣ 🎓 "Taiwan isn’t just making chips — they’re making chipmakers. Through new summer camps, they’re training the next generation of engineers in design and manufacturing. It’s all about protecting their lead in the global semiconductor race by investing in homegrown talent."   4️⃣ 🔥 "Australia is taking Optus to court over that massive 2022 data breach that exposed the personal information of 9.5 million customers. The potential fines are staggering — billions of dollars — and it’s putting a huge spotlight on corporate responsibility when it comes to data security."   5️⃣ 🦉 "Over in southern England, AI is helping to save barn owls. Researchers have figured out how to detect and count chicks just by analyzing their screeches. No tagging, no intrusive cameras — just smart, non-invasive technology that’s helping conservationists protect these beautiful birds."   6️⃣ ⚖️ "Apple is facing some serious accusations. Texas-based Fintiv claims Apple stole its mobile wallet technology and used it to build Apple Pay without permission — and without paying. They’re calling it racketeering, and they’re seeking billions in damages. This could become one of the most high-profile tech lawsuits of the year."   7️⃣ 🤖 "A journalist sat down for a conversation with an AI clone of Joaquin Oliver, a teenager killed in a school shooting. The technology recreated his voice and personality, creating an emotional — and controversial — moment. It raises big questions about grief, consent, and whether we should be using AI to bring the dead back in digital form."   8️⃣ 🚨 "Elon Musk’s AI video tool is under heavy fire after allegations it created explicit Taylor Swift deepfakes — without any prompts. Critics are calling this ‘misogyny by design,’ and it’s sparking urgent calls for better AI safeguards and stronger laws around deepfake content."   9️⃣ ⚡ "OpenAI just launched GPT-5, the newest and smartest version of ChatGPT yet. It’s faster, more accurate, and better at expert-level tasks like coding and healthcare advice. But with great power comes big questions — about ethics, about jobs, and about how much we should really trust AI in our daily lives."   🔟 👗 "Shopping just got a whole lot more personal thanks to Daydream’s AI. All you have to do is describe what you want — like ‘a revenge dress for a party in Sicily’ — and it instantly pulls together perfect outfits from thousands of brands. No scrolling. No guessing. Just spot-on fashion picks in seconds."   1️⃣1️⃣ 🛡️ "Roblox is stepping up to protect its young players with a new open-source AI that detects predatory language in chat before harm can happen. With millions of kids on the platform, this is a huge move toward making online spaces safer for everyone."   1️⃣2️⃣ 👶 "The Helpr app is tackling the childcare crisis head-o