Nvidia AI Chip Rival Groq Nears Fundraising Round Valued at $6 Billion
AI chip startup Groq is in advanced discussions to raise around $600 million in a new funding round, potentially valuing the company close to $6 billion, sources told Bloomberg. However,…
Google Chrome Adds Online Store Reviews to Help Verify Retailer Legitimacy
If you’ve spent much time shopping online, you’ve probably hesitated before buying from an unfamiliar website. Maybe you found something you’ve been hunting for everywhere — like a Labubu —…
China Tariff Deal Hinges on Trump’s Consent
Top officials from the U.S. and China concluded two days of talks described by both sides as “constructive,” focusing on whether to extend their 90-day tariff truce. China’s trade negotiator…
Spotify Teases a More Conversational Voice AI Interface for the Future
Spotify has been exploring voice interfaces for years, recently launching an AI DJ that introduces songs tailored to listeners and allows voice requests. During its second-quarter earnings call, Spotify hinted…
OpenAI Introduces Study Mode in ChatGPT
OpenAI announced the rollout of Study Mode, a new ChatGPT feature designed to help students develop critical thinking skills instead of simply providing answers. When enabled, Study Mode prompts users…
Golden Dome Might Not Be the Golden Opportunity Silicon Valley Anticipated
The Trump administration’s Golden Dome initiative aims to develop a next-generation missile defense system, setting the stage for startups and established defense contractors to compete for a massive $151 billion…
Cash App Now Supports Apple Pay and Google Pay for the First Time
Cash App, owned by Block, unveiled Pools on Tuesday, a new peer-to-peer (P2P) payments feature designed to make group payments easier and more accessible. This is the company’s first major…
Apple Launches Manufacturing Academy in Detroit Amid Trump’s Push for U.S. Investment
Facing growing demands from President Donald Trump to increase U.S. jobs, Apple is opening the Apple Manufacturing Academy in downtown Detroit. Administered by Michigan State University, the program will launch…
TikTok Adds YouTube Music Integration for Saving Songs from Videos
TikTok has made it easier for users to save songs they hear in videos directly to their preferred music streaming platforms, now adding YouTube Music as an option. Gradual Rollout…
Trump Administration Permits Federal Workers to Express Religious Beliefs
The Trump administration has issued new guidance to allow federal employees greater freedom to express their religious beliefs at work. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a memorandum on…
Google’s AI Mode Adds ‘Canvas’ Feature, Real-Time Search Live Assistance, and More
Google announced Tuesday enhancements to AI Mode, its experimental Search feature that lets users ask complex questions and follow up for deeper understanding directly within Search. One key addition is…
Microsoft Negotiates to Retain Access to OpenAI Technology Beyond AGI Milestone
Microsoft is reportedly in advanced discussions with OpenAI for an agreement that would secure ongoing access to the startup’s technology—even if OpenAI achieves what it calls advanced general intelligence (AGI).…
Adobe Introduces AI-Powered Image Editing Features in Photoshop
Adobe announced new AI-driven image-editing and enhancement tools for Photoshop, powered by its Firefly models. The updates include a generative upscaling feature, an object blending tool called Harmonize, and an…
Another Pixel 6a Catches Fire Despite Google’s Battery Limit Measures
Some mid-range Google Pixel phones are experiencing battery fires, with the Pixel 6a notably affected. In response, Google issued a software update imposing mandatory battery capacity limits after 400 charging…
Tesla Sold 75% of Its Bitcoin at a Poor Time, Missing Out on Billions
Tesla fell short of analyst expectations on both revenue and profit in the second quarter, but a more overlooked setback is buried in its investor presentation: the company’s digital assets…
Nvidia Tackles AI Chip Smuggling, Calls Bootleg Data Centers a ‘Losing Proposition’
Nvidia on Thursday called data centers built using smuggled chips a “losing proposition,” emphasizing it does not support unauthorized products. The statement follows a report from the Financial Times revealing…
Trump Says He Ended Ties with Jeffrey Epstein Over Theft of His Employees
President Donald Trump on Monday said he expelled his longtime friend Jeffrey Epstein from his Mar-a-Lago club and severed ties years ago because Epstein “stole people who worked for me.”…
Anything Said to ChatGPT May Be Used as Evidence, Altman Cautions
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has issued a stark warning for users who rely on ChatGPT for therapy or personal counsel: conversations with the AI are not legally protected and could…