Apple Watch Shipments Experience Major Boost in India
The Apple Watch saw a significant rise in shipments last year, capturing half of the total premium smartwatch segment in India. This surge occurred as some seasoned users transitioned to…
Australia Bans Kaspersky Software Over Security Concerns
Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has issued a decisive directive prohibiting government agencies from utilizing Kaspersky products or web services on official systems and devices. Citing national security risks, the…
Google to Introduce QR Codes for Gmail Authentication, Phasing Out SMS
Google is gearing up to replace SMS text messages with QR codes for account authentication in Gmail. This strategic shift is part of Google’s efforts to enhance the security and…
PayPal Unifies Brands Under One Umbrella While Keeping Venmo Separate
PayPal has announced a significant restructuring of its enterprise services under a new initiative called PayPal Open. This strategic move aims to unify brands such as Braintree and Hyperwallet into…
Default Password Leaves Dozens of Apartment Buildings Vulnerable to Unauthorized Access
A major security flaw has been uncovered in the Enterphone MESH door access system, manufactured by Hirsch, which could allow unauthorized remote access to door locks and elevator controls in…
Starbucks Lays Off 1,100 Corporate Workers in Effort to Streamline Operations
Starbucks is making significant adjustments to navigate growing competition and operational challenges in China, its second-largest market. The coffee giant’s new Chairman and CEO, Brian Niccol, spearheads these changes to…
Apple to Invest $500 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing and AI Expansion
Apple Inc. has announced a monumental commitment to invest $500 billion over the next four years, focusing on high-end manufacturing, engineering, and education within the United States. This substantial investment…
Grok 3 Briefly Censors Unflattering Mentions of Trump and Musk
Elon Musk introduced Grok 3, an AI model developed by his company xAI, during a live stream on Monday. Described by Musk as a “maximally truth-seeking AI,” Grok 3 has…
OpenAI Bans Chinese Accounts for Using ChatGPT to Generate Anti-US Propaganda
OpenAI has identified a covert influence operation known as “Spamouflage,” which has been active on over 50 social media platforms. This operation primarily targeted users in the United States, Taiwan,…
BMW Delays Electric Mini Production Due to Uncertainty
BMW has confirmed it is delaying the reintroduction of electric vehicle production at its Oxford Mini plant, citing the “multiple uncertainties facing the automotive industry.” This decision affects the timeline…
Elon Musk Criticizes X’s Community Notes Over Disputed Ukraine Tweets
Elon Musk finds himself at odds with X’s Community Notes feature, a tool designed to allow users to debunk misleading or factually incorrect posts. This feature, introduced in 2022, enables…
Elon Musk’s DOGE Targets Agency Regulating Autonomous Vehicles
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is firing nearly half of a small government team that regulates autonomous vehicles. The firings are part of a broader 10% reduction at the…
Tesla Announces Recall for Over 375,000 Vehicles Due to Power Steering Glitch
Tesla is set to recall over 375,000 of its electric vehicles, focusing specifically on certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y models. The recall, expected to be announced on March…
Instagram’s New Ad Format Pays Creators for Testimonials in Comments
Instagram is rolling out an innovative feature called Testimonials, aimed at helping creators collaborate with brands and generate income. This new feature allows creators to monetize their influence through written…
U.S. to Drop Immigration Case Against SpaceX
SpaceX has successfully challenged an administrative complaint filed by the Justice Department. The case, which alleged that the aerospace company refused to hire certain immigrants, including asylum recipients and refugees,…
OpenAI Expands Availability of Its AI Agent Operator to Multiple Countries
OpenAI has launched its AI agent tool, Operator, in several new countries, expanding its reach beyond the United States. Available only on the $200-per-month ChatGPT Pro plan, Operator allows users…
Meta Approves Larger Executive Bonuses After 5% Workforce Layoffs
Meta Platforms Inc. has approved a new executive bonus plan, allowing named executive officers to earn up to 200% of their base salary. This decision follows a recent wave of…
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen Increases His Alibaba Stake to $1 Billion
Alibaba’s shares soared by 8.1% on Thursday following significant developments involving its founder, Jack Ma, and influential investor Ryan Cohen. Jack Ma recently attended a closed-door meeting with Chinese President…
Instagram Aims to Organize Your Chaotic Direct Messages
Instagram has unveiled a slew of new direct message features, aiming to enhance user interaction and streamline communication on the platform. The updates, which include music sharing, scheduled messages, pinned…
Elon Musk Criticizes X’s Community Notes After Disapproving of Results
Community Notes, a feature on X (formerly known as Twitter), is under scrutiny as its effectiveness in combating misinformation is questioned. Initially introduced as Birdwatch in 2021 and rebranded after…