Google Faces Backlash Over New Pixel Influencer Program
Google’s efforts to promote its new Pixel 9 devices through the Team Pixel influencer program have sparked controversy after the company introduced new terms that some creators found overly restrictive…
AMD Grows AI Presence with $4.9 Billion ZT Systems Deal
AMD has announced plans to acquire server builder ZT Systems for $4.9 billion, with the transaction composed of 75% cash and the remainder in stock. This acquisition marks a significant…
VanEck Predicts $13.9 Billion Annual Boost for Bitcoin Miners from Shifting 20% Energy to AI and HPC
Investment firm VanEck has identified a lucrative opportunity for Bitcoin miners to enhance their revenue streams by tapping into the artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) sectors. In their…
X Shuts Down Operations in Brazil but Continues Service for Users
X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, has announced the immediate cessation of its business operations in Brazil. Despite this closure, the platform will continue to be accessible…
Waymo Robotaxi Honking Problem Lingers for San Francisco Building Residents
Waymo’s robotaxi depot in San Francisco continues to disturb nearby residents with overnight honking, despite the company’s efforts to address the issue. The honking originally stemmed from a safety feature…
JD Vance Dismisses Polling Concerns as ‘Fake’ Amid Questions on Trump’s Flagging Numbers
While speaking on Fox News this Sunday, Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio), the Republican vice-presidential nominee, expressed skepticism regarding the reliability of current political polls. In his conversation with host Shannon…
Court Ruling Puts Venu Sports Streaming Service on Hold
The launch of Venu Sports, a planned streaming service by Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery, has been halted following a federal judge’s ruling in favor of FuboTV. U.S. District…
IMF Executives Suggest an 85% Increase in Electricity Costs for Crypto Mining to Curb Emissions
In a move aimed at reducing global carbon emissions, two International Monetary Fund (IMF) executives have proposed significantly increasing the electricity costs for crypto mining. On August 15, Shafik Hebous,…
Chainalysis Reports Increase in Crypto Hacks and Ransomware in 2024
A recent report by Chainalysis highlights a mixed landscape for cryptocurrency markets in 2024. While overall illicit transactions have decreased, specific criminal activities, particularly hacking and ransomware, have seen a…
Meta Updates Threads with New Insights and Draft Options
Meta’s social media platform, Threads, has announced the rollout of several new features designed to enhance the experience for creators and businesses, particularly in building followings and connecting with audiences.…
Google’s Imagen 3 AI Tool Now Open to U.S. Users
Google has extended access to its AI text-to-image generator, Imagen 3, to users across the U.S. through its AI Test Kitchen and Vertex AI platform. This move was first noted…
Google AI Scraping Puts Online Publishers in a Difficult Position
Online publishers are grappling with a critical decision: permit Google to scrape their content for AI-generated search answers or risk losing visibility in search engine results. This dilemma comes on…
California State IDs Can Soon Be Stored in Apple and Google Wallets
California residents will soon be able to store their driver’s licenses and state IDs in their Apple Wallet and Google Wallet apps, as announced by Governor Gavin Newsom’s office. This…
Google Expands AI Overviews Feature to Six New Countries
Google is expanding its AI Overviews feature, which summarizes complex questions at the top of traditional search results, to six additional countries: India, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, and the United…
Runway ML Launches Gen-3 Alpha Turbo for Faster AI Videos
Runway ML has officially launched Gen-3 Alpha Turbo, the latest iteration of its AI video generation model, which boasts a remarkable sevenfold increase in speed and a 50% reduction in…
Tesla Begins Hiring for 1950s-Style Diner in West Hollywood
Tesla appears to be moving forward with its plan to open a 1950s-style diner, an idea long championed by CEO Elon Musk. The company has posted a job listing for…
Apple Opens Up NFC Access to Third-Party Developers
Apple is expanding access to its NFC (near field communication) capabilities, allowing third-party developers to integrate contactless payment and other NFC-based functionalities into their apps. Starting with the release of…
Trump Defends Personal Attacks on Harris Amid Calls for Policy Focus
On Thursday, former President Donald Trump responded to criticism regarding his personal attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris, despite pleas from his top allies to concentrate on policy issues amid…
FTC Finalizes Rule to Combat Fake Online Reviews
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a new rule to combat the widespread issue of fake online reviews, including those generated by artificial intelligence (AI). The rule, unanimously approved…
Riot Platforms Amplifies Its Investment in Bitfarms with a $2.28 Million Share Purchase
Riot Platforms Inc., recognized as the third-largest Bitcoin miner on Wall Street, has escalated its engagement in the cryptocurrency mining sector by increasing its stake in the rival company, Bitfarms…