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…
OpenAI Unveils GPT-5 With Cutting-Edge o3 Reasoning Model
OpenAI is poised to revolutionize the artificial intelligence landscape with the imminent release of its highly anticipated GPT-5 large language model, featuring the groundbreaking o3 reasoning model. Scheduled to be…
Google Gemini AI Chatbot Introduces Memory Recall Feature
Google has unveiled a new recall feature for its Gemini AI chatbot, enhancing its capability to remember past conversations. This feature is now available for English-speaking subscribers of the Google…
Android 16 Beta 2 Unveils Enhanced Photography and Health Features
Google has announced the rollout of the second beta version of Android 16, marking another step towards its Q2 release. Initially introduced in November with a developer preview, Android 16…
Google Maps Introduces Weather Incident Reporting to Enhance Driver Safety
Google Maps has introduced a new feature aimed at assisting users in navigating weather-related road issues. This development is currently available for Google Maps on Android Auto and the iPhone…
Instagram Experiments with a Private ‘Dislike’ Button for Comments
Instagram is testing a new feature that introduces a ‘dislike’ button, allowing users to privately express disapproval of comments. The test aims to enhance the quality of discussions on the…
OpenAI Shifts Focus from DEI to Dynamic Teams Amidst Growing Backlash
OpenAI has recently altered its approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by distancing itself from explicit DEI language. This shift comes as the company replaces its diversity commitment webpage…
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Set to Debut Amid Supply Struggles
Nvidia has confirmed the launch of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, scheduled for February 20, while delaying the release of the RTX 5070 to March 5. This announcement comes amidst…
Controversy Erupts Over Elon Musk’s Team Accessing Federal Employee Data
A federal judge has blocked the team known as DOGE, led by Elon Musk, from accessing federal employee data, sparking a heated controversy. This decision comes after the Electronic Frontier…
Musk Threatens to Withdraw $97.4 Billion Bid as OpenAI Inches Toward Profit
Elon Musk has threatened to withdraw his substantial $97.4 billion bid for OpenAI’s non-profit arm if the company continues its transition into a for-profit entity, as outlined in a recent…
Adobe Expands Creative Horizons with Firefly AI Subscriptions
Adobe has unveiled its new subscription plans for Firefly AI, allowing users to integrate these plans with their Creative Cloud accounts. This development enables unlimited AI image and vector generation…
Reddit Ventures into AI-Powered Search to Enhance User Experience
Reddit, a social media giant known for its expansive community-driven platform, is testing AI-powered search results pages designed to summarize and recommend content across various Reddit communities. This initiative marks…
Google Leverages AI to Safeguard Young Users Across Platforms
Google is stepping up its efforts to protect young users by implementing artificial intelligence (AI) to estimate their ages. This new initiative aims to determine whether a user is over…
OpenAI Updates Model Spec to Ensure Intellectual Freedom
OpenAI has announced an update to its Model Spec, a set of high-level rules guiding its models, including ChatGPT. This update aims to clarify how these models handle sensitive topics,…
OpenAI Delays o3 AI Model to Focus on Unified Next-Gen Release
OpenAI is gearing up to launch its latest AI model, GPT-4.5, code-named “Orion,” ahead of the much-anticipated GPT-5. This strategic release seeks to solidify OpenAI’s position in the competitive AI…
Apple Dives into Robotics with Focus on Domestic and Industrial Applications
Apple has embarked on an ambitious journey into the realm of robotics, exploring both humanoid and non-humanoid designs. The tech giant is investigating various form factors for its robots, aiming…
Google Enhances Family Link App to Boost Parental Control
Google has unveiled an update to its Family Link app, introducing a new Screen Time tab that replaces the former Highlights tab on its home screen. The update, now available…
TikTok Resurfaces on App Stores Amid Ongoing Sale Deadline
TikTok has made a return to the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in the United States as of January 19, following its removal on January 18. This development…
TikTok Workarounds Surge as Users Turn to VPNs and Sideloading
In a surprising turn of events, Americans are increasingly turning to virtual private networks (VPNs) and sideloading techniques to access TikTok, despite potential bans looming over the app. TikTok, a…