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Hilary Ong

Hello, from one tech geek to another. Not your beloved TechCrunch writer, but a writer with an avid interest in the fast-paced tech scenes and all the latest tech mojo. I bring with me a unique take towards tech with a honed applied psychology perspective to make tech news digestible. In other words, I deliver tech news that is easy to read.
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Gmail’s New AI Search Prioritizes Email Relevance Over Chronological Order

As Google starts rolling out another major update to Gmail, the company’s looking to improve the email search experience for its users even further. Until now, Gmail has shown emails…

Tesla Issues Another Recall for Almost All Cybertrucks

Tesla is preparing to recall its Cybertruck vehicles for an eighth time. This recall affects nearly all of the cutting edge trucks manufactured since serial production began in Nov 2022.…

Spotify Launches “Concerts Near You” Playlist to Help Users Discover Local Shows

On Wednesday, Spotify introduced a new personalized playlist designed to help users discover upcoming concerts in their area. Titled “Concerts Near You,” the playlist is updated weekly with 30 songs…

TikTok Will Begin Displaying Amber Alerts in For You Feeds

TikTok has partnered with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC). Now, real-time Amber Alerts will be displayed natively in users’ For You feeds in the United States.…

ChatGPT Faces Legal Scrutiny Over False Claims in Privacy Complaint

OpenAI is facing a fresh privacy complaint in Europe regarding its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, which has been criticized for generating false information. The privacy rights advocacy group Noyb is backing…

Google Pushes Back Pixel 9a Launch to April Amid Component Delays

Google’s highly anticipated midrange smartphone, the Pixel 9a, was initially set to launch this month, but the company has encountered setbacks due to reported component issues. The tech giant has…

Elon Musk Blames Political Motives for Tesla Vandalism, Defends Company as Peaceful

After his Tesla Cybertruck faced heavy criticism at Mardi Gras earlier this month, Elon Musk expressed frustration over the growing hostility directed at his company, especially given the rise in…

Starlink Introduces Harsh Speed Cap for Priority Plan Users

SpaceX has introduced a severe speed cap for customers on its Priority plan, reducing internet speeds to as low as 1Mbps after users exceed their monthly data limits. Starlink’s new…

U.S. Music Streaming Subscribers Hit 100 Million for the First Time

The U.S. has officially crossed a major milestone in music streaming, reaching over 100 million paid subscribers for the first time, according to a recent report by the Record Industry…

Google Combines AI Answers and User Suggestions for Health Searches

Google has long been a go-to platform for health and wellness-related questions. With the rise of AI-powered features, the company has now made significant changes to how search results are…

J. D. Vance Argues That Deregulating AI Will Benefit Both Workers and Tech Innovators

On Tuesday, Vice President J. D. Vance stated that the Trump administration’s support of AI and tech innovations should benefit both populists and those investing in and leading tech companies.…

Amazon Claims No Responsibility for Hazardous Products in Ongoing Legal Battle

Amazon has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over its order demanding the recall of hazardous products sold through Amazon’s platform. The lawsuit, which was…

Google Unveils Open AI Models for Accelerating Drug Discovery

During a health-focused event in New York on Tuesday, Google announced the development of a new collection of “open” AI models for drug discovery called TxGemma. These models are designed…

Apple Loses Battle Against Germany’s Special Regulation on Big Tech

Apple has faced a significant setback in its legal battle against the competition regulations imposed on it by Germany’s Federal Cartel Office (FCO). On Tuesday, Reuters reported that Germany’s Federal…

TikTok Launches ‘Security Checkup’ Feature to Help Users Safeguard Their Accounts

On Monday, TikTok introduced a new “Security Checkup” feature designed to help users easily review and update their account’s security settings from a single screen. The tool is similar to…

Nvidia Unveils Blackwell Ultra and Rubin Chips to Lead AI Revolution

At the GTC conference on Tuesday, Nvidia made significant announcements, including the unveiling of its next-generation AI chips, Blackwell Ultra and Rubin, which promise to push the boundaries of artificial…

iPhone 17 Selfie Camera Could See Major 24MP Upgrade

Apple is potentially preparing a significant upgrade to the iPhone’s selfie camera with the iPhone 17 lineup, which could include a 24-megapixel front-facing camera across all models. Analyst Jeff Pu…

WhatsApp to Limit Broadcast Messages for Users and Businesses

WhatsApp announced that it will soon impose limits on the number of broadcast messages both individual users and businesses can send in an effort to curb spam on the app.…

Apple’s iOS 19 Update to Focus on User-Friendliness and AI Integration

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a redesign of its iOS 19, focusing on enhancing speed, user-friendliness, and simplicity. While this update is not expected to radically deviate from its…

Trump’s Economic Advisor Talks Tariff Uncertainty and Market Reactions

On Monday, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett acknowledged continued economic uncertainty due to the U.S. administration’s shifting tariff agenda. Speaking on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Hassett confirmed that more confusion…