Canadian Chip and Hardware Manufacturers Prepare for Tariffs and Push for Local Support
Canadian hardware firms face growing concerns over tariffs as geopolitical tensions prompt shifts in production strategies. Ramee Mossa, leader of FTEX, notes that many of his clients are relocating production…
Apple MacBook Air M4 Expected This March with New Features
The Apple MacBook Air is poised for a significant upgrade, with the introduction of the M4 chip expected in 2025. According to renowned Apple analyst Mark Gurman, the much-awaited launch…
Grok 3 Briefly Censors Unflattering Mentions of Trump and Musk
Elon Musk introduced Grok 3, an AI model developed by his company xAI, during a live stream on Monday. Described by Musk as a “maximally truth-seeking AI,” Grok 3 has…
Google’s Veo 2 AI Video Model Priced at 50 Cents Per Second
Google has officially announced the pricing for its latest video-generating AI model, Veo 2. The cost is set at 50 cents per second, making it a competitive option in the…
OpenAI Bans Chinese Accounts for Using ChatGPT to Generate Anti-US Propaganda
OpenAI has identified a covert influence operation known as “Spamouflage,” which has been active on over 50 social media platforms. This operation primarily targeted users in the United States, Taiwan,…
Musk Orders Federal Employees to Justify Jobs in Email or Face Dismissal
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recently sent a controversial email to federal employees, demanding they account for their work activities from the past week by Monday at 11:59 p.m.…
BMW Delays Electric Mini Production Due to Uncertainty
BMW has confirmed it is delaying the reintroduction of electric vehicle production at its Oxford Mini plant, citing the “multiple uncertainties facing the automotive industry.” This decision affects the timeline…
Musk Faces Backlash as He Wields His Doge Chainsaw
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur, has been tasked by former President Donald Trump with implementing sweeping cuts to federal government spending through a metaphorical “chainsaw.” This initiative has sparked significant…
US AI Safety Institute Braces for Major Cuts
The US AI Safety Institute (AISI), a crucial component of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is facing a precarious situation as it braces for potential layoffs. The…
Trump and Musk Make Waves in DC as Layoffs Mount Across the Country
The past week has witnessed significant upheaval in the U.S. government, marked by a series of layoffs and controversial decisions. The Trump administration has made headlines with its move to…
Elon Musk Criticizes X’s Community Notes Over Disputed Ukraine Tweets
Elon Musk finds himself at odds with X’s Community Notes feature, a tool designed to allow users to debunk misleading or factually incorrect posts. This feature, introduced in 2022, enables…
YouTube to Debut Lower-Priced ‘Premium Lite’ Tier in Select Markets
YouTube is on the brink of launching a new, more affordable subscription service dubbed “premium lite” in several countries. This new tier aims to provide users with ad-free access to…
Elon Musk’s DOGE Targets Agency Regulating Autonomous Vehicles
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency is firing nearly half of a small government team that regulates autonomous vehicles. The firings are part of a broader 10% reduction at the…
Coinbase Announces SEC Will End ‘Bogus’ Enforcement Case Against Crypto Exchange
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to drop its enforcement case against Coinbase, pending approval from the SEC’s commissioners. This marks a significant development for the cryptocurrency exchange,…
Tesla Announces Recall for Over 375,000 Vehicles Due to Power Steering Glitch
Tesla is set to recall over 375,000 of its electric vehicles, focusing specifically on certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y models. The recall, expected to be announced on March…
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…
US Marshals Deputize Elon Musk’s Private Security Detail
In an unprecedented move, the US Marshals Service has deputized members of Elon Musk’s private security detail. The decision, described by sources as rare, grants these individuals certain rights and…
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…