Apple Introduces Eye-Tracking in iPhones and iPads
Apple has announced the introduction of eye-tracking capabilities to recent iPhone and iPad models, enhancing accessibility features across its devices. This update arrives just in time for Global Accessibility Awareness…
Snowflake invests in Metaplane to address data quality challenges hindering AI development.
Today, Snowflake announced an investment in Metaplane, a Boston-based startup specializing in identifying and rectifying data quality issues using an end-to-end AI-powered platform. Although the investment amount remains undisclosed, Snowflake…
Apple to integrate its proprietary chips into data servers to enhance iOS 18’s AI capabilities.
Apple is poised to revolutionize its data centers by integrating its own high-end chips to enhance AI features in the forthcoming iOS 18. According to insiders familiar with the plans,…
Worldcoin Enhances Biometric Security by Open-Sourcing Its Data System
In a significant development for biometric data protection, the Worldcoin Foundation, recognized for its innovative iris biometric cryptocurrency project, has taken a proactive step by open-sourcing its secure multi-party computation…
UN Report: North Korea Funneled $147.5 Million Through Tornado Cash
In a startling development reported by Reuters, entities linked to the North Korean regime reportedly used the privacy-enhancing protocol Tornado Cash to launder approximately $150 million in stolen cryptocurrency in…
Intuitive Machines Aims to Assist NASA in Retrieving Mars Samples
Intuitive Machines is aiming to leverage its lunar technology for NASA’s Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission. The company, having achieved a historic milestone by being the first private entity to…
Former Biden Adviser Advocates for Education Over Regulation in Crypto Sector Post-FTX Collapse
In the aftermath of the FTX collapse, which led to a staggering $8.9 billion loss for users, Moe Vela, former senior adviser to President Joe Biden and current senior adviser…
Tesla Sued Over Air Pollution Claims at Fremont Factory
Tesla faces legal challenges over environmental concerns at its Fremont, California factory, as the Environmental Democracy Project has filed a lawsuit alleging Tesla’s non-compliance with the Clean Air Act. This…
Circle’s Strategic Relocation to the U.S. in Preparation for IPO
Circle Internet Financial, known for its operation of USD Coin, the world’s second-largest stablecoin, is shifting its legal base from Ireland to the United States. This move is set against…
Meta Faces EU Probe Over Child Safety and Behavioral Addictions
The European Commission has officially launched a rigorous investigation into Meta Platforms Inc. to assess potential violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA). This investigation targets the social media giant’s…
$20 Million Hack Paralyzes Sonne Finance, Hacker Unresponsive to Negotiation Efforts
On the evening of May 14, Sonne Finance, a prominent lending protocol, experienced a severe security breach that resulted in the theft of $20 million in cryptocurrencies. The hack targeted…
OpenAI Forms Partnership with Reddit to Access User Data for AI Training
OpenAI has announced a strategic partnership with Reddit, gaining access to a real-time feed of Reddit’s content, including posts and replies. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing OpenAI’s conversational AI,…
Massive Influx of Over 1 Million New Crypto Tokens Since April Marks Industry Boom
The cryptocurrency landscape has experienced a significant boom in token creation, with more than one million new tokens introduced since the beginning of April across various platforms, predominantly on Ethereum…
OpenAI’s Leadership Shakeup Intensifies as Jan Leike Resigns
OpenAI faces a leadership crisis marked by the exit of key safety-focused members. This trend began with Leopold Aschenbrenner’s departure due to alleged information leaks, followed by Daniel Kokotajlo and…
YouTube to Restrict Hong Kong Protest Anthem Videos Following Court Ruling
YouTube, owned by Alphabet Inc., has agreed to block access to 32 video links within Hong Kong following a court order. Critics argue this move is a significant blow to…
Uber Launches Shuttle Service, New Caregiver Features, and More at Go-Get Event
Uber has unveiled a series of new features and services at its annual Go-Get showcase in New York City, aimed at enhancing user convenience and expanding its market presence in…
AMD unveils the new Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F processors for global sale.
AMD has globally launched its latest additions to the processor lineup: the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F. These new models enhance the Ryzen 8000G family by offering powerful…
Musk Reverses Course, Rehires Supercharger Team to Expand EV Charging Stations
Tesla has recently reinstated the hiring process for its Supercharger team, which CEO Elon Musk unexpectedly laid off two weeks ago, despite the 500-strong team’s role in managing the extensive…
Microsoft requests some China-based employees to relocate due to escalating Sino-US tensions.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT.O) has initiated a significant internal move, requesting some of its China-based employees to consider relocating outside the country. This development comes as geopolitical tensions between the United…
Musk plans visit to Indonesia for Starlink launch, according to minister
Elon Musk, the influential tycoon and owner of SpaceX, is scheduled to visit Indonesia this Sunday to inaugurate the launch of Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, according to announcements made…