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Elon Musk’s Staffer Develops DOGE AI Assistant to Make Government More Efficient

The “Department of Government Efficiency AI Assistant,” powered by xAI’s Grok 2, is making waves with its bold recommendations to streamline U.S. government operations. Developed by a senior staffer under…

Duolingo ‘kills’ its mascot with a Cybertruck, and the campaign is surprisingly effective

Duolingo, the popular language-learning platform, has ventured into unconventional territory with its latest marketing campaign, leaving users and onlookers both puzzled and entertained. Allegedly, Duo the Owl, the beloved mascot…

Apple Unveils iPhone 16e with Cutting-Edge Features and Design

Apple has announced the release of its latest smartphone, the iPhone 16e, marking a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the iPhone SE. The new device boasts a sleek design and…

Tech Giants Rally to Restore Carbon Market Credibility

In 2023, an investigation uncovered troubling irregularities in the carbon offset market, implicating Verra, a nonprofit organization that certified carbon credits. The investigation revealed that Verra had sold tens of…

KFC to Relocate U.S. Headquarters from Kentucky to Texas

KFC, a prominent name in the fast-food industry, has announced plans to move its U.S. headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky, to Plano, Texas. This significant relocation will unfold over the next…

Apple Strikes Down Non-DSA Compliant Apps in the EU Store

Apple has removed all applications lacking trader status from the EU App Store as of February 18, aligning with new regulations under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This significant move…

Fiverr Encourages Gig Workers to Leverage AI for Enhanced Productivity

Fiverr, a leading platform in the gig economy, has announced a new initiative aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into freelance work. The company introduced the “Personal AI Creation Model,” designed…

Thousands Take to NYC Streets to Oppose Musk’s DOGE Initiative

More than 10,000 protesters assembled in New York City on Presidents’ Day, voicing their opposition to the Trump administration’s initiative known as DOGE, led by tech magnate Elon Musk. This…

Open Source LLMs Set to Strengthen Europe’s Digital Sovereignty

The OpenEuroLLM project is set to transform the landscape of artificial intelligence in Europe by developing a series of foundation models aimed at achieving transparent AI. Jan Hajič, a computational…

OpenAI Restructuring to Strengthen Non-Profit Board’s Voting Power

OpenAI is considering a strategic move to fortify its non-profit board with special voting rights, aiming to thwart future hostile takeover attempts. The decision comes in the wake of a…

Amazon Pulls the Plug on Inspire, Its TikTok-Esque Shopping Feature

Amazon is closing down its short-form video and photo feed named “Inspire,” initially launched to cater to the growing trend of social commerce. The feature, accessible via Amazon’s mobile app,…

Facebook Limits Live Video Storage to 30 Days

Facebook has announced a significant change to its live video storage policy, effective Wednesday. The social media giant will now store live videos on its platform for only 30 days,…

Social Media Giant X Challenges German Court Order on Data Access for Election Research

X, a social media company owned by Elon Musk, is contesting a Berlin court order requiring it to release data to two civil society groups. The order, issued on February…

Cargojet Leverages Global Tariffs for Strategic Growth

Cargojet Inc., a leading cargo airline, is strategically positioned to capitalize on the evolving landscape of international trade, as it continues to expand its operations amidst global tariff tensions. The…

Meta Introduces LlamaCon as Its First Conference for Generative AI Developers

Meta has announced its inaugural developer conference, LlamaCon, dedicated to generative AI. Scheduled for April 29, this milestone event marks a significant step in Meta’s commitment to advancing artificial intelligence.…

Bluesky Unveils New Update Featuring “Followers Only” Reply Option

Bluesky, a rival social media platform to X, has announced a fresh update to its app, introducing new features aimed at enhancing user experience. As of now, users who update…

Spotify’s HiFi Audio Could Arrive With New ‘Music Pro’ Tier This Year

Spotify is preparing to introduce a new “Music Pro” add-on this year, according to reports from Bloomberg. This move aims to enhance the audio experience for its Premium subscribers by…

Coca-Cola Ventures into Prebiotic Market with Simply Pop Launch

Coca-Cola has unveiled its latest endeavor, Simply Pop, a prebiotic soda brand set to rival popular health-conscious competitors Olipop and Poppi. The new line, devoid of added sugar and composed…

Argentine President Milei Refutes Involvement in Cryptocurrency Scandal

Argentine President Javier Milei has come under scrutiny following allegations of promoting a controversial cryptocurrency, $Libra. On Friday, Milei mentioned $Libra in a social media post, leading to a swift…

DeepSeek Faces Global Scrutiny Over Data Sharing Allegations

DeepSeek, an AI-powered application, has come under intense scrutiny following revelations about its data collection practices. A recent review of DeepSeek’s Android app raised concerns regarding how it handles user…