Google Unfazed by DeepSeek’s AI Ambitions Amid Security Concerns
Google’s head of artificial intelligence, Demis Hassabis, expressed confidence in the company’s standing against China’s DeepSeek, dismissing claims of the competitor’s cost-efficiency in AI development. Despite DeepSeek’s rapid rise in…
Uber CEO Advocates for Tesla Robotaxi Integration
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi suggests a potential collaboration between Uber and Tesla in the burgeoning field of autonomous vehicles. He emphasizes that economic laws are universal, affecting Tesla as much…
Blue Origin Cuts Workforce to Focus on New Glenn Rocket Launches
Blue Origin, the rocket company owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is set to lay off nearly 1,400 employees, representing about 10% of its workforce. This decision marks a strategic…
Valve Removes ‘PirateFi’ from Steam Amid Malware Concerns
Valve Corporation has taken decisive action this week by removing the game “PirateFi” from its popular gaming platform, Steam, due to concerns over malware. Players who downloaded the game are…
Apptronik Secures $350 Million to Revolutionize Humanoid Robotics
Apptronik, a Texas-based robotics developer founded in 2016, has announced a substantial $350 million Series A funding round. The round includes participation from Google and is co-led by B Capital…
Telegram Upgrades Sticker Search and Video Features
Telegram, the popular messaging application, has made significant strides in updating its platform, introducing improved sticker search and video consumption features. The company, which became profitable last year, removed 15…
Android 16 Beta 2 Unveils Enhanced Photography and Health Features
Google has announced the rollout of the second beta version of Android 16, marking another step towards its Q2 release. Initially introduced in November with a developer preview, Android 16…
Instagram Experiments with a Private ‘Dislike’ Button for Comments
Instagram is testing a new feature that introduces a ‘dislike’ button, allowing users to privately express disapproval of comments. The test aims to enhance the quality of discussions on the…
OpenAI Shifts Focus from DEI to Dynamic Teams Amidst Growing Backlash
OpenAI has recently altered its approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by distancing itself from explicit DEI language. This shift comes as the company replaces its diversity commitment webpage…
Controversy Erupts Over Elon Musk’s Team Accessing Federal Employee Data
A federal judge has blocked the team known as DOGE, led by Elon Musk, from accessing federal employee data, sparking a heated controversy. This decision comes after the Electronic Frontier…
Musk Threatens to Withdraw $97.4 Billion Bid as OpenAI Inches Toward Profit
Elon Musk has threatened to withdraw his substantial $97.4 billion bid for OpenAI’s non-profit arm if the company continues its transition into a for-profit entity, as outlined in a recent…
Reddit Ventures into AI-Powered Search to Enhance User Experience
Reddit, a social media giant known for its expansive community-driven platform, is testing AI-powered search results pages designed to summarize and recommend content across various Reddit communities. This initiative marks…
OpenAI Updates Model Spec to Ensure Intellectual Freedom
OpenAI has announced an update to its Model Spec, a set of high-level rules guiding its models, including ChatGPT. This update aims to clarify how these models handle sensitive topics,…
OpenAI Delays o3 AI Model to Focus on Unified Next-Gen Release
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its latest AI model, GPT-4.5, code-named “Orion,” ahead of the much-anticipated GPT-5. This strategic release seeks to solidify OpenAI’s position in the competitive AI…
Apple Dives into Robotics with Focus on Domestic and Industrial Applications
Apple has embarked on an ambitious journey into the realm of robotics, exploring both humanoid and non-humanoid designs. The tech giant is investigating various form factors for its robots, aiming…
TikTok Resurfaces on App Stores Amid Ongoing Sale Deadline
TikTok has made a return to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in the United States as of January 19, following its removal on January 18. This development…
Apple Introduces Complex Method for Migrating Purchases Between Accounts
Apple has launched a detailed process allowing users to migrate their purchases between accounts, but not without specific conditions. This new feature lets users transfer apps, music, movies, TV shows,…
Apple Issues Critical Security Update for iPhones and iPads
Apple has released iOS 18.3.1, a crucial security update for iPhone users, addressing a physical exploit that may have been utilized in sophisticated attacks against targeted individuals. The update also…
BuzzFeed Ventures into Social Media with AI-Driven Platform “Island”
BuzzFeed is stepping into the social media arena with a new platform designed to counteract the negativity prevalent in today’s digital landscape. The platform, potentially named “Island,” aims to provide…
BYD’s “God’s Eye” Sets Sights on Revolutionizing Autonomous Driving
BYD has officially unveiled “God’s Eye,” an advanced driver assistance system poised to transform the landscape of autonomous driving technology. This innovative system will be installed across BYD’s entire model…