Used EV Prices Plunge as Buyers Pivot to Hybrid Vehicles
Used electric vehicles (EVs) are now cheaper than their gasoline counterparts, with the price gap widening sharply since early 2024. According to a recent iSeeCars report, the average price of…
EU Accuses Apple of Violating Tech Rules
European Union regulators accused Apple of breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA) for restricting App Store customers from accessing alternative options. The European Commission highlighted that Apple’s fees for developers…
AI-Altered Images of Austrian Landmarks Taken Down by Google Maps
Google removed altered images of Austrian landmarks from its Maps platform, which were uploaded by activists to illustrate the potential future impacts of climate change. The images, designed with artificial…
Starliner Crew’s Return to Earth Delayed Again Due to Technical Issues
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, participants in Boeing’s Starliner craft’s inaugural crewed mission, face further delays in their return from the International Space Station (ISS). Originally scheduled to leave…
Apple Is Not Pursuing AI Partnership with Meta, Says Bloomberg
Apple has rejected Meta Platforms’ proposal to integrate its AI chatbot into iPhones, Bloomberg News reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. The two companies engaged in brief discussions in…
Justice Department Convicts Five in Large-Scale Illegal Streaming Operation
The U.S. Department of Justice, along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Washington DC field office, has announced the conviction of five men involved in the operation of Jetflicks, an…
Apple Considers Integrating Meta’s AI into Its Devices
Apple is discussing the possibility of integrating Meta Platforms’ generative AI model into its own AI system, Apple Intelligence. This discussion marks a significant step as Apple aims to enhance…
Apple Delays AI Product Launch in EU Due to DMA Compliance Issues
Apple has announced that it will not launch its new “Apple Intelligence” AI product, along with three other features, in the European Union in 2024. The decision stems from concerns…
Snap Settles California Lawsuit for $15 Million Over Gender Discrimination Claims
Snap Inc. has consented to pay $15 million to settle allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against female employees, as announced by the California Civil Rights Department (CRD). This settlement…
Amazon Takes Major Step to Eliminate Plastic Pillows from Packaging
Amazon has announced a significant environmental initiative aimed at reducing its plastic usage in packaging by phasing out the use of plastic air pillows. As of now, the e-commerce giant…
TikTok Mounts First Amendment Challenge Against US Ban Law
TikTok has initiated a challenge against a new U.S. law that potentially bans the social media platform, arguing that it violates the First Amendment. The company has presented hundreds of…
U.S. Imposes Ban on Kaspersky Software
The U.S. government, through the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a ban on the sale of Kaspersky antivirus software, effective from July 20. This measure is…
Farmers Profit from Water Savings with Kilimo’s Help
Kilimo, a startup focused on optimizing water usage in agriculture, has developed a method that not only conserves water but also financially rewards farmers who reduce their water consumption. According…
New York Implements Ban on ‘Addictive Feeds’ for Teens
New York has enacted new legislation aimed at curbing the potential harms associated with social media usage among minors. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for…
California Governor Aims to Ban Smartphones in Schools
California Governor Gavin Newsom has committed to implementing restrictions on smartphone use in schools, with the goal of enhancing educational focus by reducing digital distractions. In a statement on Tuesday,…
Apple’s Vision Pro Team Reportedly Working on Lower-Cost Headset
Apple’s current strategic direction appears to pivot from its high-end Vision Pro VR headset towards the development of a more cost-effective model, in response to underwhelming sales figures for the…
Fisker Joins Growing List of Bankrupt Electric Vehicle Companies
Fisker, the US-based electric vehicle (EV) startup, has declared bankruptcy, joining the growing list of EV companies grappling with financial difficulties. The company filed for Chapter 11 protections on June…
Netflix House to Open in Texas and Pennsylvania in 2025
Netflix announced plans to open two “Netflix House” entertainment complexes in 2025, located in Dallas, Texas, and King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The announcement was made on Netflix’s official Tudum blog,…
Meta Opens Threads API to All Developers
Meta has officially made the Threads API available to all developers, marking a significant expansion in the tools accessible to those looking to integrate with Meta’s platforms. Initially introduced in…
EU Delays Decision on Scanning Encrypted Messages
European Union officials have postponed discussions on a controversial proposal that could mandate messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Signal to scan uploaded images and links to detect child sexual…