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Wikipedia Seeks New Strategies as AI Tools Reshape Information Landscape

Wikipedia is experiencing an 8% drop in human traffic as AI-powered search and social media platforms change information consumption patterns. The nonprofit warns this trend could impact both its volunteer community and funding model despite being a crucial training source for AI systems.

Changing Search Habits Impact Wikipedia Traffic

Wikipedia is facing a significant decline in human visitors as artificial intelligence tools and evolving user preferences reshape how people find information online, according to reports from the Wikimedia Foundation. The nonprofit organization revealed that human traffic to the encyclopedia has dropped approximately 8% in recent months compared to the same period last year.

Business

Salesforce CEO Reverses Trump Support Following Internal Backlash and Board Resignation

Salesforce chief executive Marc Benioff has walked back his praise for Donald Trump and support for deploying National Guard troops in San Francisco. The reversal comes after significant internal backlash, including the resignation of prominent venture capitalist Ron Conway from the company’s philanthropic board.

Executive Backtrack Follows Widespread Criticism

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has publicly reversed his position on former President Donald Trump’s proposal to deploy military forces to San Francisco, according to reports. The tech executive, who previously expressed strong support for Trump and his crime reduction strategies, now states he no longer believes National Guard soldiers are “needed to address safety” in the city.

PolicyTrade

US-China Trade Officials to Hold Critical Talks Amid Rare Earth Export Dispute

High-stakes trade negotiations between US and Chinese officials are set for next week as export controls on rare earth minerals escalate tensions. The outcome could determine whether President Trump and Xi Jinping proceed with their planned summit in South Korea amid threatened tariff increases.

Escalating Trade Tensions Prompt High-Level Meeting

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to meet with Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng next week in Malaysia, according to reports, in what analysts suggest could be a decisive moment for US-China trade relations. The meeting follows a significant escalation in tensions after China announced sweeping export controls on rare earths and critical minerals that sources indicate will severely impact global supply chains.