BuzzFeed Ventures into Social Media with AI-Driven Platform “Island”
BuzzFeed is stepping into the social media arena with a new platform designed to counteract the negativity prevalent in today’s digital landscape. The platform, potentially named “Island,” aims to provide…
Apple Partners with Alibaba to Boost iPhone Sales in China
Apple Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Alibaba to introduce its Apple Intelligence platform in China, following a significant decline in iPhone sales. CEO Tim Cook cited the absence…
BYD’s “God’s Eye” Sets Sights on Revolutionizing Autonomous Driving
BYD has officially unveiled “God’s Eye,” an advanced driver assistance system poised to transform the landscape of autonomous driving technology. This innovative system will be installed across BYD’s entire model…
ForthTech Appoints Former Morgan Stanley Executive Director James Bernesi as Chief Investment Officer
ForthTech, a global leader in digital asset investment management, announced today that James Bernesi, former Executive Director at Morgan Stanley, has joined the firm as Chief Investment Officer (CIO). With…
DeepSeek’s AI Advances Challenge U.S. Chip Export Controls
In a rapidly evolving AI landscape, the U.S. government’s efforts to curb AI development in China through strict chip export controls face an unexpected challenge. Despite these measures, DeepSeek, a…
AI Startups Experience Record Funding Surge with $110 Billion in Investments
Artificial intelligence (AI) startups experienced a remarkable surge in funding last year, with investments reaching $110 billion, marking a 62% increase from the previous year. Despite a general decline in…
Instagram Expands Teen Safety Features to India
Instagram has rolled out its teen account features in India, marking a significant expansion into one of its largest markets. With over 350 million users in India, Instagram aims to…
Google Maps Updates Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America Following Trump’s Order
In response to an executive order from President Donald Trump, Google Maps has updated its naming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. This change, which took…
SparkCat Malware Prompts Apple and Google to Remove 20 Apps
Security researchers at Kaspersky have uncovered a sophisticated malware framework known as SparkCat, which has been active since March 2024. This malicious software infiltrated a food delivery app used in…
OpenAI’s DeepSeek Investigation Draws Government Attention
OpenAI has launched an investigation into DeepSeek, suspecting the company of training its AI models using OpenAI’s API without authorization. In a significant development, OpenAI’s Chief Global Affairs Officer, Chris…
Musk’s $97.6 Billion Offer to Acquire OpenAI Signals Shift in AI Control
Elon Musk’s team has taken a bold step by submitting a $97.6 billion bid to acquire OpenAI, marking a significant escalation in his ongoing conflict with OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman.…
Google Calendar Removes Start Dates for Pride Month and Black History Month
Google has implemented significant changes to its calendar features and diversity hiring goals, reflecting shifts in the political climate within the United States. In mid-2024, the tech giant decided to…
Metatec in Mason, MI: Pushing Human Performance to New Limits
Metatec, a cutting-edge human performance testing facility located in Mason, Michigan, is revolutionizing the way athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and health-conscious individuals approach their physical and metabolic goals. Guided by the…
Macron Champions European AI Strategy at Paris Summit
The Artificial Intelligence Action Summit convened in Paris, bringing together leaders and innovators from across Europe to discuss the future of AI development. French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a monumental…
Trump Reaches New Approval Heights Amid Divisive Policy Opinions
In a recent CBS News/YouGov poll, 53% of U.S. adults expressed approval of President Donald Trump’s job performance in office, marking one of his highest approval ratings in his decade-long…
Apple Responds to Attacks with New Security Updates for iOS and iPadOS
Apple has taken significant steps to enhance the security of its devices by releasing updates for iOS and iPadOS. This move comes in the wake of reports highlighting the use…
AIC’s New Online Ed.D. Helps Professionals Lead with Confidence in an Uncertain World
Leadership isn’t just about making decisions—it’s about making the right ones, even when the path forward is unclear. That’s why American International College (AIC) has launched a fully online Doctor…
Meta’s Restructuring Sparks Fear Amidst Workforce Reductions
Meta is undergoing a significant transformation as it seeks to streamline its operations and focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and artificial general intelligence (AGI) development. This overhaul, dubbed the “year…
Perplexity App Surges in Popularity Following Super Bowl Contest
Perplexity’s app has experienced a significant surge in downloads following its innovative Super Bowl contest, despite seeing no direct impact from OpenAI and Google’s advertisements. The app, which allows users…
EU AI Champions Initiative Seeks to Position Europe as a Global AI Leader
The EU AI Champions Initiative, led by the European arm of U.S. venture capital firm General Catalyst, aims to establish Europe as a leader in artificial intelligence. Announced during the…