OpenAI Launches Sora, Bringing AI Video Generation to the Public
OpenAI has officially released its much-anticipated video-generation tool, Sora, marking a major step in its generative AI portfolio. Announced by CEO Sam Altman on X (formerly Twitter), this launch provides…
Scientists Discover Way to Make Fuel Using Sunlight and Water
Scientists at Shinshu University in Japan have developed a prototype reactor that uses sunlight and water to produce renewable hydrogen fuel. This innovation could pave the way for cleaner energy…
Rivian Expands Charging Network, Opening Access to Other EVs
Rivian has unveiled a new charging station in Joshua Tree, California, marking a pivotal step for the company as it opens its network to electric vehicles beyond its own. This…
Google DeepMind’s GenCast Takes Weather Forecasting to New Heights
Google’s DeepMind team has introduced GenCast, an artificial intelligence-based weather prediction model, which reportedly outperforms the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ (ECMWF) ENS, often considered the gold standard in…
Romania Overturns Election After Cyberattack Scandal
Romania’s constitutional court has annulled the first round of its presidential election amid mounting evidence of cyberattacks and social media influence campaigns, raising questions about the integrity of the electoral…
Japan’s Kioxia Finalizes IPO Price and Prepares for December Listing
Bain Capital-backed chipmaker Kioxia has raised 120 billion yen ($800 million) through its initial public offering (IPO) after pricing shares in the middle of its marketed range, according to a…
Jack Ma Predicts AI Will Shape the Future of Ant Group
Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba and one of China’s most prominent tech entrepreneurs, made a rare public appearance to celebrate Ant Group’s 20th anniversary. During the event on Sunday, Ma…
Apple Looks to Sony for Vision Pro Gaming Upgrade
Apple appears to be exploring a new avenue to broaden the appeal of its Vision Pro mixed reality device by potentially adding support for PlayStation VR2 controllers. According to a…
Google Wallet Now Supports Digital US Passports for TSA Checkpoints
Travelers in the United States can now store a digital version of their passport in Google Wallet, simplifying identification at select Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints. The feature, available starting…
X’s Grok AI Chatbot Now Free for All Users
X has made its AI chatbot, Grok, accessible to all users, dropping the X Premium subscription requirement. Users can now interact with the chatbot under a freemium model, with 10…
The Packaging People Help Australian Businesses Stick to Their New Year’s Resolutions with Custom Packaging Solutions
Often a reflective time of year for both consumers and businesses alike, the new year brings in a time to refresh and reset, spurring innovative and strategic thinking amongst many…
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Dropped CSAM Detection Plans for iCloud
Apple faces legal action over its decision to abandon a system designed to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in iCloud. The lawsuit, filed in Northern California, accuses Apple of…
China’s BYD Surges Ahead of Ford and Honda in Global Vehicle Sales
BYD, China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is poised to exceed its 2024 sales goal, signaling another year of significant growth. The company is set to release November sales figures…
netpulse AG Implements Amigo Cento To Offer AI-Powered, Automated Marketing
Innovations in AI-powered technologies and algorithms have begun shaping the way many companies approach online advertising and the way customers interact with a business’ products and services. A combination of…
Ant Group President Cyril Han to Become CEO in March
Cyril Han, the current president and financial chief of China’s Ant Group, will step into the role of CEO starting March 1, 2025, according to an internal memo reviewed by…
US House to Vote on $3 Billion Plan to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment
The U.S. House of Representatives plans to vote next week on a defense bill allocating over $3 billion to remove Huawei and ZTE equipment from American telecom networks. This funding…
Uber and WeRide Team Up for Robotaxi Service in Abu Dhabi
Uber and WeRide have launched a robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, marking Uber’s first autonomous vehicle deployment outside the U.S. This collaboration brings a small-scale fleet of self-driving vehicles to…
California Requires Fingerprint Screening for Drivers Transporting Minors
California has implemented a new requirement for drivers in the rideshare and taxi industry to undergo fingerprint-based background checks before they can transport unaccompanied minors. This directive, issued by the…
Waymo Expands Its Autonomous Taxi Service to Miami
Autonomous taxi company Waymo is gearing up to launch in Miami, bringing its self-driving technology to the bustling Florida city. The expansion, detailed in a recent announcement on the company’s…
ChatGPT Pro Now Offers Advanced Tools for $200 a Month
OpenAI has unveiled a new premium tier for its flagship chatbot, ChatGPT, priced at $200 per month. Announced during the company’s “12 Days of OpenAI” livestream series, the updated subscription,…