Uber to Offer 20 Hours of Free Childcare in Effort to Boost Female Driver Numbers
Uber UK has announced that all of its drivers in the country will be eligible for 20 hours of free childcare under a new initiative aimed at attracting more women…
Steam Again Targeted by Hackers Using Fake Game Demos to Distribute Malware
For the second time in two months, a hacker has used Steam to distribute malware to unsuspecting gamers, this time through a demo of a game called Sniper: Phantom’s Resolution.…
TikTok’s ‘Chubby Filter’ Sparks Controversy and Calls for Ban
TikTok has taken down a filter known as the “chubby filter” after facing widespread criticism for promoting body shaming. The filter, which used artificial intelligence (AI) to alter users’ appearances…
Apple Appoints Vision Pro Exec to Lead Siri in Leadership Shakeup
These changes come as Apple is reportedly overhauling the leadership of its AI division. This change especially zeroes in on Siri’s performance, largely based on growing consumer frustration with the…
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…