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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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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…

Spotify Amplifies Audiobook Offerings with ElevenLabs Partnership

Spotify has announced a strategic partnership with ElevenLabs aimed at enhancing its audiobook library with AI-narrated content. This collaboration marks a significant move for Spotify, coming two years after its…

Amazon Shifts Focus, Discontinues Appstore on Android

Amazon will officially discontinue its app store for Android devices on August 20, 2025. The company announced that users holding Amazon Coins will receive refunds by this date. This move…

Microsoft’s New Chip Brings Quantum Computing Closer to Reality

Microsoft has announced a groundbreaking advancement in quantum computing with the introduction of its Majorana 1 chip. This innovative chip promises to bring the dream of quantum computing closer to…

Google’s New AI Tool ‘Career Dreamer’ Expands Job Horizons

Google has unveiled a groundbreaking tool called Career Dreamer, designed to assist individuals in exploring an array of career possibilities. This innovative tool, currently available as an experiment in the…

X Seeks Investment at $44 Billion Valuation

Elon Musk‘s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, is in discussions to secure $10 billion in funding, aiming for a staggering $75 billion valuation. This development comes as Musk’s other ventures continue…

Nintendo to Conclude Gold Points Loyalty Program by March 2025

Nintendo has announced that it will end its Gold Points loyalty program on March 24, 2025. This decision marks the conclusion of a program that began in 2018, allowing customers…

OpenAI May Grant Nonprofit Board Special Voting Rights to Prevent Musk’s Bid

Elon Musk, the high-profile entrepreneur and co-founder of OpenAI, finds himself in a heated conflict with the company over its future direction. Musk, who departed from the organization following disagreements…

HP Acquires Humane’s Assets for $116M After AI Pin Fails

Humane, the Bay Area startup known for its ambitious AI Pin, has announced its acquisition by tech giant HP for $116 million. The deal marks a dramatic turn of events…

Google Play Books Now Bypasses App Store Commission for iOS Purchases

Google has secured the ability to sell e-books and audiobooks directly to users through its iOS app, Google Play Books. This development allows Google to circumvent Apple‘s standard 30% commission…

Samsung SDI Recalls 180K High-Voltage Batteries in Hybrid Vehicles

Samsung SDI has issued a recall for up to 180,196 high-voltage hybrid vehicle battery packs due to internal cell failures. These battery packs have been installed in a significant number…

Apple Unveils iPhone 16e with Cutting-Edge Features and Design

Apple has announced the release of its latest smartphone, the iPhone 16e, marking a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the iPhone SE. The new device boasts a sleek design and…

Tech Giants Rally to Restore Carbon Market Credibility

In 2023, an investigation uncovered troubling irregularities in the carbon offset market, implicating Verra, a nonprofit organization that certified carbon credits. The investigation revealed that Verra had sold tens of…

KFC to Relocate U.S. Headquarters from Kentucky to Texas

KFC, a prominent name in the fast-food industry, has announced plans to move its U.S. headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky, to Plano, Texas. This significant relocation will unfold over the next…