Computers, Phones, and Chips No Longer Subject to Tariffs
The White House just signaled a sea change in its trade policy. It will suspend tariffs on smartphones, computers, and virtually every other electronic device. This decision follows on the…
Canva Adds AI Image Generation, Interactive Coding, Spreadsheets, and More
In an aggressive push to stay competitive in the design world, Canva has introduced a suite of new AI-powered tools designed to enhance the user experience. These updates are aimed…
Google Believes AI Can Solve the Electrical Grid’s Bureaucratic Challenges
PJM Interconnection controls the electricity transmission grid in 13 mid-Atlantic states, Ohio, plus eastern Kentucky. Now it is struggling under a massive and growing backlog of applications for new interconnections…
The Growth of AI Reasoning Models is Driving Up Benchmarking Costs
Artificial Analysis, a leading AI evaluation company, has reported significant expenditures on benchmarking artificial intelligence models, particularly those branded as “reasoning” models. The initial inquiry cost the company $141.22 testing…
Former Negotiator Claims Trump’s Tariff Changes Reveal His Vulnerability to Pressure
As a gesture of goodwill, the European Union (EU) just announced a 90-day suspension of its countermeasures on U.S. tariffs. This step is intended to provoke negotiations with dozens of…
Nvidia’s H20 AI Chips Could Be Exempt from Export Controls — For Now
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang appears to have successfully negotiated a deal with the Trump administration to avoid export restrictions on the company’s H20 AI chips, a move that could have…
OpenAI Files Lawsuit Against Elon Musk for Alleged Bad-Faith Tactics
OpenAI has countersued Elon Musk, claiming that the billionaire has been using “bad-faith tactics” in an attempt to slow the company’s progress and seize control of cutting-edge AI technology for…
Michelle Obama Talks About Absences from Political Events and Divorce Speculation
Michelle Obama has opened up about her recent decisions to step back from certain political responsibilities, which have sparked speculation about potential marital troubles with her husband, former President Barack…
Threads Tests Feature to Follow Creators from X
Meta is in the process of testing out a new feature on its Threads platform. This new feature is designed to allow users to more easily engage with their favorite…
Elon Musk’s xAI Unveils API for Grok 3 AI Model
Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, has introduced an API for its flagship AI model, Grok 3, despite facing a countersuit from OpenAI. This new release makes Grok 3, an AI…
Elon Musk Intensifies Attacks on Navarro as Tesla Shares Fall for Fourth Day
Elon Musk’s frustration with President Donald Trump’s top trade advisor, Peter Navarro, has boiled over as Tesla’s stock continues to suffer significant losses. The world’s richest person took to social…
Amazon Introduces Nova Sonic, a New AI Voice Model
On Tuesday, Amazon introduced Nova Sonic, its new generative AI model designed to revolutionize voice processing and generate natural-sounding speech. This model, which Amazon claims is on par with advanced…
Apple Considers Boosting iPhone Imports from India to Avoid China Tariffs
Apple Inc. is contemplating a significant shift in its iPhone import strategy by increasing the number of devices sourced from India. This action is a direct response to proposed Section…
China Engages Others Amid Trump’s Escalating Tariffs
China is reaching out to various countries as President Donald Trump continues to impose tariffs, hoping to form a united front that would force the U.S. to retreat. However, the…
IBM Acquires Hakkoda to Expand AI Consultancy Investments
IBM announced that it has acquired the New York-based data and AI consultancy Hakkoda. This acquisition is the latest step in IBM’s strategy to significantly increase its investments in artificial…
US Justifies Tariffs on Remote Island Home to Penguins and Seals
The US Commerce Secretary has defended the decision to impose tariffs on the remote Heard and McDonald Islands, an uninhabited Australian territory populated only by penguins and seals. Addressing Loopholes…
Iran’s Currency Hits Record Low Against the Dollar Amid Rising Tensions
Iran’s rial recently crashed to an all-time low against the U.S. dollar, trading at over 1 million rials per dollar. This dramatic decline has alarmed Iranians and much of the…
Netflix Cancels Interactive Mobile Games Based on Its Shows
Netflix just took a big swing with its gaming strategy. Their biggest push on that last point is their hit narrative-driven mobile game franchise, Netflix Stories. These interactive video games…
Delta CEO Says Trump Tariffs Are Impacting Bookings as Airline Withdraws 2025 Forecast
Delta Air Lines has revised its expectations for the second half of 2025, citing disappointing bookings and external factors like President Donald Trump’s shifting trade policies. The airline announced that…
Shopify CEO Encourages Teams to Use AI Before Expanding Workforce
Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke has introduced a bold new policy aimed at maximizing the use of AI within the company. In a recent memo to employees, Lütke stated that before…