Perplexity AI Unveils New ‘Deep Research’ Feature, Setting the Stage for Advanced AI Research
Perplexity AI has launched a groundbreaking feature called “Deep Research,” designed to provide users with in-depth research capabilities unparalleled in the AI sector. Available for free with limited daily queries…
Uber Takes Legal Action Against DoorDash Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices
Uber has initiated legal proceedings against DoorDash, claiming that the leading food delivery service in the U.S. employs tactics that stifle competition. The lawsuit, filed in the Superior Court of…
Amazon and Apple Face Delays in AI Assistant Updates Amidst Competitive Race
Amazon‘s much-anticipated release of its new Alexa, originally scheduled for an event in New York on February 26, has been postponed. The delay, now pushing the release to March or…
xAI Seeks $10 Billion to Boost AI Innovations
xAI, Elon Musk‘s artificial intelligence company, is in discussions to raise a massive $10 billion in a new funding round. This ambitious endeavor aims to value the company at an…
Vance Sparks Controversy at Munich Conference with Critique of European Democracy
The Munich Security Conference, attended by global defense and security officials, took an unexpected turn as U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a strongly-worded critique of European democratic institutions. Held…
Startups Defy Economic Headwinds with Breakthrough Funding
Latent Labs, an AI biotech startup, has emerged from stealth mode with a remarkable $50 million funding boost. Founded by a former research scientist at DeepMind, the startup exemplifies how…
Igloo Recalls Over a Million Coolers Amid Safety Concerns
Igloo is initiating a massive recall of over 1.1 million coolers across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This action follows reports of a hazardous handle that has led to…
YouTube TV Secures Paramount Channels in New Streaming Deal
YouTube TV and Paramount have reached a crucial agreement that will ensure the continued availability of Paramount content, including CBS and CBS Sports, on the streaming platform. The deal was…
Reddit to Roll Out Paywalls and Paid Features by 2025
Reddit, a cornerstone of online community discussions since 2005, is set to transform its business model with the introduction of paywalls and additional features by 2025. CEO Steve Huffman announced…
Apple Faces Setback in Siri AI Overhaul Due to Technical Glitches
Apple is reportedly facing delays in the rollout of its revamped, AI-enhanced Siri, primarily due to engineering problems and software bugs. Initially, these new Apple Intelligence features were supposed to…
Google Unfazed by DeepSeek’s AI Ambitions Amid Security Concerns
Google’s head of artificial intelligence, Demis Hassabis, expressed confidence in the company’s standing against China’s DeepSeek, dismissing claims of the competitor’s cost-efficiency in AI development. Despite DeepSeek’s rapid rise in…
Dell’s $5 Billion Deal with Musk’s xAI Sparks Market Surge
Dell Technologies witnessed a significant boost in its shares Friday following reports of a monumental $5 billion deal with xAI, an artificial intelligence startup owned by Elon Musk. This agreement…
Uber CEO Advocates for Tesla Robotaxi Integration
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi suggests a potential collaboration between Uber and Tesla in the burgeoning field of autonomous vehicles. He emphasizes that economic laws are universal, affecting Tesla as much…
GameStop Shifts Focus to Cryptocurrency Investments
GameStop, the American video game retailer, is making headlines with its strategic pivot toward cryptocurrency investments. In December 2023, the company’s board approved a new “investment policy,” positioning itself to…
Blue Origin Cuts Workforce to Focus on New Glenn Rocket Launches
Blue Origin, the rocket company owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is set to lay off nearly 1,400 employees, representing about 10% of its workforce. This decision marks a strategic…
Tim Cook Hints at Apple Launch Next Week, Likely Featuring New iPhone SE
Apple’s highly anticipated launch announcement next week has sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts and industry insiders. The announcement, confirmed by Apple CEO Tim Cook, is scheduled for Wednesday, February 19.…
Valve Removes ‘PirateFi’ from Steam Amid Malware Concerns
Valve Corporation has taken decisive action this week by removing the game “PirateFi” from its popular gaming platform, Steam, due to concerns over malware. Players who downloaded the game are…
Amazon Expands Shopping Horizons with New Search Feature
Amazon is piloting a novel feature that showcases products the online retail giant does not directly sell. This innovative functionality is currently accessible in beta to a select group of…
Apptronik Secures $350 Million to Revolutionize Humanoid Robotics
Apptronik, a Texas-based robotics developer founded in 2016, has announced a substantial $350 million Series A funding round. The round includes participation from Google and is co-led by B Capital…
Trump Closes Entries to Government Worker Buyout Program
The Trump administration’s controversial buyout program, aimed at reducing the number of US government employees, officially closed to new resignations on Wednesday evening. This decision came after a judge lifted…