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Microsoft Shuts Down Local Operations in Pakistan

Microsoft has announced it will close its direct operations in Pakistan, marking the end of its 25-year presence in the country. The company will now serve Pakistani customers through resellers…

Nintendo Switch 2 Dock Supports VRR, but Feature Is Not Functioning Properly

New tests have revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 dock supports variable refresh rate (VRR) technology, despite initial claims from Nintendo that it did not. However, oddly, this feature is…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Calls Himself ‘Politically Homeless’ in July 4 Post Criticizing Democrats

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared a candid message on X this past Friday, revealing that he feels “politically homeless” as he perceives the Democratic Party no longer supports a “culture…

5Strands’ Pet Test Demonstrates Wellness Benefits in 3rd Party Study

Pet parents across the U.S. are increasingly seeking answers to unexplained skin irritation, digestive distress, and behavioral changes in their pets. With growing awareness of food intolerances and environmental sensitivities,…

Founders Legal Launches ‘Founders Film Initiative’ to Bring Accessible Legal Support to the Entertainment Industry

Legal planning is often the last line item on a film or television production budget—until it becomes the most urgent. A missed agreement, an unlicensed track, or a title conflict…

Musk Supports Sen. Paul’s Critique of Trump’s Megabill in First Comment Post-Passage

Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who has been vocally critical of President Donald Trump’s signature tax and spending legislation for weeks, made his first public comment since the bill was passed.…

EU Affirms Commitment to Roll Out AI Legislation on Schedule

The European Union has affirmed it will stick to its timeline for implementing its landmark AI legislation despite a coordinated push by over a hundred technology companies seeking to delay…

Microsoft Lays Off 830 Employees in Washington State

Among the thousands affected by Microsoft’s recent workforce reduction, approximately 830 employees in its home state of Washington lost their jobs. This includes a diverse group of roles, from game…

Threads’ DMs Receive Mixed Reactions from Users

Earlier this week, Instagram’s Threads introduced its most-requested feature yet: direct messages (DMs). However, the rollout has sparked backlash, especially from women users, who are calling for an option to…

Google Introduces Customizable Gemini Chatbots Across Docs, Drive, Gmail, and Sheets

Google is making its customizable Gemini chatbots, known as Gems, directly accessible within the side panels of Google Docs, Drive, Gmail, Sheets, and Slides. Previously, these AI assistants were only…

Burano Doors Sees GTA Home Values Rise with Efficiency Upgrades

New marketing projections estimate that energy-efficient doors and windows could add more than $125 million in home value annually across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), a reflection of shifting buyer…

iPhones with iOS 26 Freeze FaceTime Calls Upon Detecting Nudity

Apple’s upcoming iOS 26 update is testing a new FaceTime feature that automatically pauses video calls when nudity is detected. The feature, spotted in the iOS 26 developer preview, displays…

Australia to Introduce Age Verification for Search Engines

Starting late 2025, Australians will need to verify their age when using major search engines like Google and Microsoft while logged into their accounts. This new requirement aims to align…

Stripe’s First Employee and Fintech Founder of Increase Moves to Acquire a Bank

It’s been an open secret in fintech circles that Darragh Buckley, founder and CEO of the banking-as-a-service (BaaS) startup Increase, has long aimed to “buy a bank.” Recently, he effectively…

Perplexity Introduces Max Tier Priced on Par with Competitors

Perplexity has introduced its most powerful subscription tier yet, called Perplexity Max, priced at the higher end of the market. Features of Perplexity Max Announced in a Wednesday blog post,…

Apple’s iPhone Sales in China Rise for the First Time in Two Years

Apple’s iPhone sales in China grew by 8% year-over-year in the second quarter of 2025, marking the first growth in the region since mid-2023, according to Counterpoint Research. This signals…

AI Voice Startup ElevenLabs Accelerates Global Expansion Ahead of IPO

ElevenLabs, a London-based startup focused on AI-generated synthetic voices, plans to become IPO-ready within five years as it aims for rapid international expansion. Expanding Global Footprint “We expect to build…

A Cool New Chapter Begins: Brand-New Chiller Delivered to Broadway Tower in Corpus Christi

After months of anticipation and meticulous planning, Broadway Tower, one of Corpus Christi’s most iconic commercial buildings, is proud to announce the arrival and installation of its brand-new chiller system.…

U.S. Eases Chip Software Restrictions on China Signaling Trade Truce

The U.S. government has lifted export controls on chip-design software for China, according to announcements from three major players in the industry on Thursday. Siemens AG, Synopsys, and Cadence each…

Apple Reportedly Delays ‘iPad Fold’ Launch, Puts Production on Hold

Apple’s highly anticipated foldable device, often referred to as the “iPad Fold,” has reportedly seen a pause in production. Recent reports indicate the device is not expected to launch soon…