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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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Lyft Enhances Driver Support and Premium Services to Boost Growth

Lyft’s strategic approach to “customer obsession” has propelled the company to record-breaking achievements in rides, riders, and driver hours. By the end of 2024, the ride-sharing giant saw a 41%…

Tesla and Elon Musk Face Global Trade Tariff Challenges as ‘The Genie is Out of the Bottle’

Tesla, an industry leader in electric vehicles, finds itself in a complex web of global trade uncertainties. Assembled primarily in its factories located in Fremont, California, and Austin, Texas, Tesla’s…

Microsoft Users Face Major Outlook and 365 Outage

Thousands of Microsoft users faced disruptions on Saturday, March 1st, as key services, including Outlook, Exchange, Teams, Microsoft 365, and Azure, experienced significant outages. Reports of service interruptions began to…

Tesla Files for Ride-Hail Permit in California, But There’s a Twist

Tesla has taken a significant step toward launching a ride-hailing service in California by applying for a transportation charter-party (TCP) carrier permit with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The…

Google Enhances Tool for Easier Removal of Personal Search Results

Google has revamped its removal request tool, making it easier for users worldwide to manage personal information displayed in Search results. Originally released in 2022, this tool now allows users…

MWC 2025: Samsung Unveils Project Moohan XR Headset

Samsung captivated attendees at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 by unveiling Project Moohan, its latest foray into the world of extended reality (XR). The new hardware, which draws comparisons…

Apple’s Modernized Siri Could Be Delayed Until 2027

Apple is on the verge of introducing a revamped version of its virtual assistant, Siri, with an anticipated debut in May. This update promises to integrate all the Apple Intelligence…

Tech Unit Layoffs Spark Controversy as Mark Cuban Offers Support

The abrupt layoffs at the General Services Administration (GSA) have sent shockwaves through the federal workforce, particularly affecting the 18F technology unit. Around 70 employees were informed of their termination…

OpenAI to Integrate Sora Video Generator into ChatGPT

OpenAI is set to enhance its artificial intelligence offerings by integrating Sora, a sophisticated AI video model, into its widely-used ChatGPT platform. Sora, renowned for its ability to generate cinematic…

Intel’s Ohio Chip Plant Faces Delay, Pushed to 2030

Intel’s ambitious plans to establish its first chip fabrication plant in Ohio have hit a significant snag, with the anticipated opening pushed back to 2030 at the earliest. The factory,…

Meta Aria Gen 2 Wearable Tracks Heart Rate and Features Contact Microphone

Meta has announced the release of its latest innovation, the Aria Gen 2, a groundbreaking research hardware wearable that marks a significant advancement from its predecessor, Project Aria, developed five…

Meta to Launch Standalone Meta AI App to Compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT

Meta is set to launch a standalone app for its Meta AI digital assistant in the second quarter, according to insider sources. This move is part of CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s…

Twitch Expands Monetization Tools to More Streamers

Twitch, the leading live streaming platform, is expanding its monetization tools by making subscriptions and “Bits” accessible to most creators, regardless of their follower count. This significant change aims to…

Trump Announces Auto Tariffs Set for April 2

President Trump has announced plans to implement a 25% tariff on automotive imports from Canada and Mexico by April 2, 2024. The decision marks a significant shift in U.S. trade…

Instagram may introduce standalone Reels app to rival TikTok

In a move that has stirred significant attention, the U.S. administration, led by President Donald Trump, granted TikTok a 75-day extension in January to comply with a law mandating either…

Starlink Expands Waitlist Across the US, Reaching Eastern States

SpaceX has reintroduced the waitlist for its Starlink residential tier in several key metropolitan areas across the United States, including Austin, Texas; Portland, Oregon; Sacramento, and Seattle as of November.…

YouTube Dominates Podcasting with Over 1 Billion Monthly Viewers

YouTube announced on Wednesday that it has surpassed 1 billion monthly active podcast viewers, marking a significant milestone in the podcasting industry. The platform continues to assert its dominance, positioning…

Microsoft Completes EU Data Boundary Project to Enhance Data Privacy

Microsoft has successfully completed its EU Data Boundary for the Microsoft Cloud project, a significant initiative aimed at bolstering data privacy for its European customers. This multi-year project, which commenced…

Alexa+ Gets Smarter and More Approachable

Amazon has introduced Alexa+, an advanced iteration of its voice assistant, promising a more human-like interaction by leveraging generative AI technology. This new development aims to enhance user experience by…

Google Simplifies Process to Remove Personal Info from Search Results

Google has announced significant updates to its “Results about you” tool, aimed at simplifying the process for users to remove personal information from Search results. This enhancement, revealed on Wednesday,…