Waymo Robotaxis Cause Late-Night Noise Disruption in San Francisco Neighborhood
Waymo’s robotaxis have become an unexpected source of noise in a San Francisco neighborhood, with a nightly honkfest from their parking lot disturbing nearby residents. Since late July, software engineer…
CrowdStrike Accepts the “Most Epic Fail” Award at Def Con
CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, found itself in an unusual spotlight as it accepted the “Most Epic Fail” award at this year’s Pwnie Awards. The recognition comes in the wake…
Susan Wojcicki, Former YouTube CEO, Passes Away at 56
Susan Wojcicki, the former CEO of YouTube and a trailblazing figure in Silicon Valley, has died at the age of 56 after a two-year battle with non-small cell lung cancer.…
Samsung Sees Sales Increase as Athletes Use Foldable Phones for Podium Selfies
Samsung’s foldable Galaxy Z Flip6 smartphone has seen a notable increase in sales, attributed to the “victory selfies” taken by athletes on the podium at the Paris Olympics. As a…
Meta and University Researchers Develop Dissolvable Microchip Material to Tackle E-Waste
Researchers have developed a novel material, similar to those used in dental fillings, which could significantly reduce electronic waste (e-waste). In 2022, global e-waste amounted to 62 million metric tons,…
Tether Aims to Double Workforce by 2025, Emphasizing Compliance and Automation
Tether Holdings Ltd., the issuer behind the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, is reportedly planning a significant expansion of its workforce by mid-2025. According to an interview with CEO Paolo Ardoino…
Bitrace Alerts Users to Emerging Crypto Scam Targeting QR Codes
In a recent social media update, blockchain analysis firm Bitrace has issued a significant warning about a new crypto scam involving QR codes that could potentially empty your digital wallet.…
Meta Shuts Down VR Game Studio Ready at Dawn
Meta has permanently closed Ready at Dawn Studios, a renowned developer known for its VR games such as Echo VR and Lone Echo, as reported by Android Central. The closure,…
Alibaba Takes the Lead in AI Math Models with Qwen2-Math
Alibaba Cloud, the cloud division of the Chinese tech giant Alibaba, has released a new math-focused large language model (LLM) named Qwen2-Math, positioning it as the world’s most powerful AI…
Trump Mixes Up Former Mayor Willie Brown with Ex-Governor Jerry Brown in Recounted Helicopter Incident
During a recent press conference at his Mar-a-Lago estate, former President Donald Trump recounted what he described as a near-death experience, mistakenly referencing former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown instead…
Bluesky Welcomes Techdirt Founder Mike Masnick to Board
Bluesky, the decentralized social network aiming to offer an alternative to X, announced on Monday the addition of Mike Masnick, founder of the tech blog Techdirt, to its board. Masnick…
US Crypto Firm BitGo Secures Major Payment License in Singapore
California-based cryptocurrency custody firm BitGo is significantly expanding its global footprint by securing regulatory approval in Singapore, a key financial hub known for its crypto-friendly environment. On August 7, BitGo…
Immutable Announces Closure of Its NFT Marketplace to Bolster Ecosystem Growth
Immutable, a prominent gaming and non-fungible token (NFT) blockchain, has declared it will discontinue its NFT marketplace to concentrate on expanding its ecosystem through strategic partnerships. The marketplace, scheduled to…
Nothing’s New Phone 2a Plus Arrives in U.S. at $399 via Beta Program
Nothing’s $399 Phone 2a Plus is now available in the U.S. through a beta program. Announced on Wednesday, August 7, the budget-focused handset continues the London-based company’s trend of unique…
US Policy Group Advocates for Bitcoin Tax-Free Zone to Bolster Digital Economy Growth
A visionary proposal is underway in the United States aiming to position the country as a pivotal leader in the digital economy. The initiative, driven by the newly established USABTC…
ASUS Partners with AMD for Exclusive Gaming Promotion
ASUS and AMD have launched a new gaming campaign that includes a game bundle with two anticipated titles and a chance to win a themed graphics card. This initiative is…
Enhanced Security for MetaMask Users with MultiversX Snap 2FA Integration
MultiversX, a blockchain platform not based on the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM), has introduced a significant upgrade for MetaMask users with the launch of MultiversX Snap. This new feature integrates…
Enhanced AI in Rabbit’s r1 Offers New Capabilities, Critics Still Waiting for Major Feature
Rabbit’s r1 AI assistant, which garnered attention at CES, has released some updates, though they may not address the concerns of its critics. The device now features a “beta rabbit”…
Bitcoin’s Stability Threatened by Potential Decline in ‘Magnificent Seven’ Tech Stocks
The group of high-performing tech stocks known as the “Magnificent Seven,” including industry giants like Nvidia and Microsoft, have experienced a substantial loss, shedding over $650 billion in market capitalization…
Morgan Stanley Advisers Now Cleared to Recommend Bitcoin ETFs to Clients
Morgan Stanley, the preeminent wealth management firm in the United States, has officially granted its 15,000 financial advisers the authority to recommend Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to their clients starting…