Epic Games Store Launches on iPad in the EU
Epic Games has announced the availability of the Epic Games Store on iPadOS in the European Union. This follows the recent implementation of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which requires…
Intuitive Machines Secures $4.82 Billion NASA Contract for Lunar Communications Network
Intuitive Machines has secured a groundbreaking contract with NASA to develop a satellite constellation aimed at providing vital navigation and communications for future lunar missions. This significant contract, which could…
Amazon Mandates Return to Office, Ending Remote Work
Amazon has announced a stricter return-to-office policy, requiring corporate employees to work in the office five days a week starting in 2025. This decision, outlined in a memo by CEO…
Apple Pauses iPadOS 18 Update for M4 iPad Pros Due to Bricking Issues
Apple has temporarily halted the rollout of the iPadOS 18 update for M4 iPad Pros due to reports of devices becoming unresponsive after the installation. The company has stopped signing…
Microsoft and BlackRock Form $100 Billion AI Infrastructure Partnership
Microsoft and BlackRock have embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration, joining forces to form a group of companies aimed at raising up to $100 billion. The funds will develop data centers…
OpenAI Restructures Safety Oversight, Removes Altman from Committee
OpenAI has significantly revamped its safety and security practices, introducing a new independent board oversight committee. This major shift marks a departure from the previous structure, with CEO Sam Altman…
Snap Unveils New AR Glasses Amid Struggles in Ad Business
Snap on Tuesday, September 17, introduced its fifth-generation augmented reality glasses, Spectacles, designed to overlay digital graphics onto the real world. These glasses are currently only accessible to developers who…
Microsoft Plans New Windows Security Platform to Prevent Future Outages
Microsoft is taking steps to prevent future security issues like the one caused by CrowdStrike in July, where a faulty software update led to a widespread Windows outage. During a…
Microsoft Announces 650 Additional Layoffs in Xbox Division
Microsoft has laid off another 650 employees from its Xbox division, marking the latest round of job cuts linked to its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. According to an internal memo…
Meta, Snap, and TikTok Join Forces to Tackle Suicide and Self-Harm Content
Meta, Snap, and TikTok have partnered to launch a new initiative aimed at curbing the spread of suicide and self-harm content on their platforms. The program, named Thrive, is designed…
Scientists Create Microscopic Robots to Treat Brain Aneurysms Safely
Scientists have developed microscopic robots capable of treating brain aneurysms with unprecedented precision, offering a potential alternative to invasive brain surgeries. An international team, including researchers from the University of…
Alibaba’s Taobao App Tops Singapore App Store After English Update
Alibaba’s Taobao shopping app has rapidly gained popularity in Singapore, topping the Apple App Store charts after launching an AI-powered English version, designed to improve accessibility for non-Chinese users. The…
Google Begins Deleting Inactive Gmail Accounts
Google has begun enforcing its policy to delete inactive Gmail accounts, a move aimed at enhancing user security. Accounts that haven’t been used for two years are being targeted for…
Bluesky Adds 60-Second Video Uploads to Its Platform
Bluesky, a decentralized social media platform often considered an alternative to X (formerly Twitter), has announced a major update: users can now upload video content. This new feature, which is…
Bumble Invests in AI to Simplify Profile Creation and Improve Conversations
Bumble is ramping up its investment in artificial intelligence (AI) as it introduces new features to stay competitive and adapt to evolving dating behaviors among younger users. During Goldman Sachs’…
Google Brings Back Archived Web Pages with Internet Archive
Google has begun incorporating links to the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine directly in its search results, providing users with access to archived versions of web pages. This update follows the…
Google Partners with Holocene in $10 Million Carbon Capture Deal
Google has entered into a $10 million partnership with Holocene to support the advancement of direct-air capture (DAC) technology, which focuses on removing carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. As…
Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro Set to Launch in November at $700
Sony has officially announced the PlayStation 5 Pro, priced at $700 and set to launch on November 7. The upgraded console promises up to 45% faster rendering, addressing a common…
OpenAI Said to Target $150 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Round
OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with investors to raise $6.5 billion, valuing the company at $150 billion, according to a Bloomberg report. This substantial valuation marks a significant increase from…
Porsche-Backed Startup Builds Largest EV Battery Recycling Plant in Germany
Cylib, a Porsche-backed startup, has begun constructing a large battery recycling plant in Dormagen, Germany, aimed at supporting Europe’s electric vehicle (EV) industry by reducing battery waste. With investments totaling…