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End of Support for Windows 10: Office Apps on the Chopping Block

As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-support deadline, Microsoft has announced that Microsoft 365 Apps, including Office applications, will no longer be supported on Windows 10 devices after October 14, 2025.…

Supreme Court to Decide TikTok’s Fate Amid Security Concerns

The United States Supreme Court is poised to announce a critical decision on Friday that could determine the future of TikTok in the country. The app, immensely popular among Americans,…

Illinois Electric Truck Charging Initiative Receives $100 Million Boost

The Biden Administration’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced a significant investment in electric vehicle infrastructure in Illinois. The Charging for Infrastructure (CFI) program awarded $636 million to 49 applicants…

Kia Delays Tesla Supercharger Access to Spring 2025

Kia owners eagerly anticipating access to Tesla Superchargers will need to adjust their expectations. The automaker has announced that the rollout of Supercharger access has been delayed from January 15,…

TikTok Faces Imminent U.S. Shutdown Amidst Ownership Uncertainty

TikTok is on the brink of a significant shutdown in the United States, expected to take effect on Sunday, January 19. This development follows increasing concerns from the Biden administration…

Zuckerberg’s Meta Sheds 5% of Staff to Fuel AI Push

Meta, the tech giant spearheaded by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, is taking decisive steps to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. By targeting the lowest-performing 5% of its employees, approximately 3,600…

Apple Pauses AI News Summaries Amid Accuracy Concerns

Apple has temporarily halted the AI-powered news summaries in its beta software for iPhone, iPad, and Mac users. This decision follows a series of inaccuracies and unexpected outcomes reported by…

SpaceX Starship Test Faces Setback Amidst Blue Origin’s Historic Launch

SpaceX’s seventh Starship test flight encountered unexpected challenges when communication with the ship was lost approximately 8.5 minutes into the flight. The test, initially set to last an hour, was…

Synthesia Secures $180 Million Funding, Valuation Soars to $2.1 Billion

British artificial intelligence startup Synthesia has announced a significant milestone in its journey, securing a $180 million funding round led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA). This latest investment more than…

OpenAI Innovates with Phone-Based ChatGPT Access Amid Financial Challenges

OpenAI has introduced a novel feature allowing U.S.-based users to interact with ChatGPT via phone for free, up to 15 minutes monthly. This initiative, currently in beta, is also available…

Hindenburg Research Closes Doors After Exposing Global Financial Giants

Hindenburg Research, a prominent U.S.-based short-seller known for its explosive reports on financial misconduct, has announced its closure. Founded in 2017 by Nate Anderson, the firm has been a formidable…

Google Partners with Varaha for Landmark Biochar Carbon Removal Initiative

Google has entered into a groundbreaking agreement with Indian startup Varaha to purchase 100,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal credits. This partnership marks Google’s first carbon project deal in India…

Microsoft Reaffirms Commitment to Gaming Amidst Layoffs

Microsoft has confirmed a new round of layoffs within its gaming division, as reported by PCMag. While the tech giant did not disclose the exact number of employees affected, it…

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S25 Lineup in Upcoming Unpacked Event

Samsung has officially announced its next Unpacked event, slated for January 22 at 10 a.m. PT. The highly anticipated event, which will be streamed live on Samsung’s official website and…

Apple Patents New Satellite Communication Technology for iPhones

Apple has secured a new patent, signaling its ambitious plans to enhance satellite communications for future iPhones. This development could lead to iPhone chips specifically optimized to communicate with Apple’s…

SpaceX Introduces Affordable Starlink Plan to Reconnect Inactive Users

SpaceX is rolling out a new Starlink plan priced at approximately $9 per month, aimed at enticing inactive customers to reconnect. This initiative targets subscribers who have paused or are…

American TikTok Users Face Challenges on RedNote Amid Ban

In response to the US government’s decision to ban TikTok, many American users have flocked to the Chinese app RedNote, also known as Xiaohongshu. The app surged to become the…

ChatGPT Introduces ‘Tasks’ Feature for Seamless Scheduling and Reminders

OpenAI has unveiled a new feature called “Tasks” in ChatGPT, enabling users to set reminders and recurring requests. Currently in its beta phase, the feature will be accessible to ChatGPT…

OpenAI’s o1 Model Raises Questions About Language Switching Behavior

OpenAI’s recently released AI model, known as o1, has sparked intrigue and debate within the AI community due to its unexpected linguistic behavior. Shortly after its debut, users observed that…

South Korea’s Central Bank Surprises Markets by Holding Rates Steady

South Korea’s central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), made the surprising decision to maintain its benchmark policy rate at 3%, following two back-to-back rate cuts in previous meetings. This…