A new study examining more than 500 science conference presentations suggests that humor in academic talks rarely lands, with most attempts receiving little more than polite chuckles or silence. Most…
Microsoft has announced a series of updates to Windows 11, including scaling back integrations of its AI assistant Copilot across the platform. The changes reflect a shift toward a more…
A California civil jury has ruled that Elon Musk intentionally misled investors during his attempt to withdraw from the $44 billion acquisition of Twitter in 2022. The verdict centers on…
Anthropic has filed new sworn declarations in a California federal court, disputing the Department of Defense’s claim that the company poses a national security risk. The filings come ahead of…
Artificial intelligence bots could soon dominate internet traffic, with volumes expected to surpass human activity by 2027, according to Matthew Prince. Speaking at the SXSW conference in Austin, Prince said…
Polymarket has signed a new partnership with Major League Baseball, continuing its recent expansion through high-profile deals across sports and technology. The agreement designates Polymarket as MLB’s official prediction market…
Jeff Bezos is reportedly seeking to raise $100 billion for a new investment fund aimed at acquiring companies in major industrial sectors and upgrading them with artificial intelligence, according to…
A service robot performing at a Haidilao outlet in Cupertino caused disruption after moving too close to diners and knocking over tableware, according to a video shared on Xiaohongshu. The…
A major gas facility in Qatar has been hit by missile strikes, causing extensive damage and disrupting global energy markets, according to QatarEnergy. The attack targeted Ras Laffan Industrial City,…
In 2021, writer and environmental advocate Erica Cirino set out to build a plastic-free home in rural Connecticut. The goal proved difficult. While she managed to reduce plastic use significantly,…
A federal arts panel has approved the design of a commemorative gold coin featuring Donald Trump, marking the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States on July 4. The 24-karat…
Three individuals linked to a U.S. technology supplier have been charged over an alleged scheme to smuggle artificial intelligence chips to China, according to the US Department of Justice. Prosecutors…
India’s pharmaceutical market is preparing for a wave of lower-cost weight-loss and diabetes treatments as the patent on semaglutide expires in the country. The change will allow domestic drugmakers to…
Pop Mart and Sony Pictures are developing a feature film based on the Labubu toy franchise, marking an expansion of the brand into entertainment. The project is currently in early…
Shopify is preparing to expand its platform around agentic shopping systems that could function as AI-powered personal shoppers. The initiative aims to help consumers discover products while providing merchants with…