Musk Could Still Prevent OpenAI’s Shift to For-Profit Model
In a significant clash of tech titans, Elon Musk and Sam Altman find themselves at odds over the future direction of artificial intelligence (AI) as their respective companies, xAI and…
Carmakers Get Temporary Relief from Trump’s Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on goods imported from Canada and Mexico, effective Tuesday. These tariffs target products such as peanut butter, oranges, and wine,…
Search Rivals Urge EU to Fully Enforce Market Fairness Rules on Google
The European Union is under mounting pressure to broaden its investigation into Google under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This follows complaints from alternative search engines DuckDuckGo and Seznam.cz, along…
YouTube introduces $7.99 per month Premium Lite subscription with ad-free experience
YouTube has introduced a new subscription tier called Premium Lite, which aims to enhance the viewing experience for its users. Announced on Wednesday, the subscription offers an ad-free experience on…
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak criticizes Musk’s DOGE for ‘sledgehammer’ approach to government layoffs
Steve Wozniak, the renowned co-founder of Apple, has voiced strong criticisms against Elon Musk’s recent governmental strategies and the evolution of Tesla’s electric vehicles. His remarks come in response to…
OpenAI Introduces $50 Million Grant Program to Support Academic AI Research
OpenAI announced the launch of NextGenAI, a new consortium aimed at bolstering AI-assisted research at top universities, on Monday. The initiative includes 15 prestigious founding partners, such as Harvard University,…
Trump Administration’s Cuts Could Threaten AI Research Efforts
Elon Musk faces criticism from AI experts following his involvement in the Trump Administration’s cuts to scientific grant-making. The administration has fired several National Science Foundation (NSF) employees with expertise…
DOGE Staffers Allegedly Earning Six Figures Despite Claims of ‘Zero’ Pay
In a detailed examination of the financial mechanisms surrounding the Department of Government Engagement (DOGE), it has come to light that the agency has collectively received more than $38 billion…
UK Investigates TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur Over Child Privacy Concerns
The U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has initiated investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur, as part of a broader strategy to regulate social media platforms more stringently. These probes, announced…
Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian Joins Forces with Frank McCourt for TikTok Bid
In mid-January, TikTok experienced a brief outage, raising concerns about its future in the United States. Amidst these uncertainties, President Donald Trump vowed to revive the app, pledging his support…
Anthropic, Backed by Amazon, Valued at $61.5 Billion After Latest Funding Round
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup founded by former OpenAI research executives, has reached a major milestone with a valuation of $61.5 billion. This achievement follows its latest funding round led…
Oppo Partners with Google to Enhance Privacy AI, Following Apple’s Approach
Oppo has announced a strategic partnership with Google to implement a new privacy-preserving solution, known as the Private Computing Cloud. This system aims to bolster user security by integrating Google’s…
Trump’s Influence Over Chinese Smartphone Brands’ Global Expansion Looms Large
At the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, Chinese smartphone giants like Xiaomi, Honor, Oppo, and Huawei showcased their latest devices, including the SU7 Ultra electric vehicle by Xiaomi and…
Musk’s Right-Wing Politics Alienates Tesla’s Core Customer Base and Hurts Sales
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s growing involvement in right-wing politics seems to be taking a toll on the company, with recent sales figures in Europe and California showing a sharp decline.…
Sergey Brin Calls for 60-Hour Work Weeks to Achieve AGI
Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google, has sparked discussions within the company regarding work hours and productivity in the race to achieve Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). In an internal memo, Brin…
Lyft Enhances Driver Support and Premium Services to Boost Growth
Lyft’s strategic approach to “customer obsession” has propelled the company to record-breaking achievements in rides, riders, and driver hours. By the end of 2024, the ride-sharing giant saw a 41%…
Tesla and Elon Musk Face Global Trade Tariff Challenges as ‘The Genie is Out of the Bottle’
Tesla, an industry leader in electric vehicles, finds itself in a complex web of global trade uncertainties. Assembled primarily in its factories located in Fremont, California, and Austin, Texas, Tesla’s…
Musk’s DOGE Pushes Forward with Controversial Employee Email Requests
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has once again sparked controversy by sending an email to federal workers requesting details of their weekly achievements. The email,…
Tesla Files for Ride-Hail Permit in California, But There’s a Twist
Tesla has taken a significant step toward launching a ride-hailing service in California by applying for a transportation charter-party (TCP) carrier permit with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The…
Tech Unit Layoffs Spark Controversy as Mark Cuban Offers Support
The abrupt layoffs at the General Services Administration (GSA) have sent shockwaves through the federal workforce, particularly affecting the 18F technology unit. Around 70 employees were informed of their termination…