Trump blocks biggest ever tech deal over 'national security' concerns

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US president puts the brakes on potential Qualcomm-Broadcom deal

US president Donald Trump has blocked a planned takeover of chip maker Qualcomm by rival Broadcom on the grounds of national security. His order cited "credible evidence" that the proposed $140b...

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