Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service Achieves FCC Approval for T-Mobile Partnership
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network has earned a groundbreaking Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval, marking a significant step toward delivering direct-to-phone connectivity for T-Mobile customers. This milestone represents the first collaboration…
FTC Investigates Uber Over Subscription Practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating Uber over complaints tied to its subscription service, Uber One. Customers have accused the company of signing them up without consent and making…
TikTok Plans to Limit Beauty Filters for Teens
TikTok is tightening its rules on beauty filters for users under 18, rolling out new restrictions globally in the coming weeks. The platform, which has over a billion users worldwide,…
Huawei Debuts Mate 70 Smartphone as US Chip Restrictions Loom
Huawei Technologies has introduced the Mate 70 smartphone series, strengthening its position in the premium smartphone market while highlighting its strategic push towards software independence. The launch event, held Tuesday…
Uber Expands Gig Economy Offerings with AI Data Labeling Division
Uber has introduced a new gig economy initiative, expanding its workforce to support AI development through data labeling and coding services. The company’s newly branded Scaled Solutions division hires independent…
China’s CATL Denies Claims of Suppliers in Xinjiang Region
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a major Chinese battery manufacturer, clarified on Tuesday that it does not source from any suppliers in the Xinjiang region. The statement came in…
MTN South Africa Teams Up with China Telecom and Huawei on 5G and AI
MTN South Africa has forged a strategic partnership with China Telecom and Huawei, aiming to enhance its offerings in 5G, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and business solutions. The companies…
Brazil Challenges Apple’s App Store Policies with Daily Fine Threat
Brazil has issued a strong directive to Apple: adapt the App Store policies to allow more flexibility for third-party developers or face daily fines. The nation’s antitrust regulator, Conselho Administrativo…
Chinese Start-Up’s AI Experiment Goes Viral, Raises Questions About Autonomy
A video of a robot convincing a group of other machines to “go home” has ignited a mix of amusement and unease online, with many pondering the future implications of…
Threads Hits 35 Million New Signups in November
Meta’s Threads is on a roll, adding over 35 million new users in November, Axios reports. The platform, which offers a text-based social media experience similar to Twitter, has been…
EU Flags Bluesky for Violating Digital Services Act
The European Union has flagged Bluesky, a growing alternative to Twitter, for non-compliance with its Digital Services Act (DSA). According to Reuters, Bluesky has failed to meet the DSA’s transparency…
Drake Accuses Universal Music Group of Using Bots to Boost Kendrick Lamar’s Hit ‘Not Like Us’
Drake isn’t holding back in his latest legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG). The Toronto rapper has filed a petition in New York State Supreme Court, accusing his label…
Japan Competition Authorities Raid Amazon Japan Over Anti-Monopoly Concerns
Japan’s Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) carried out an on-site inspection of Amazon Japan on Tuesday, investigating potential violations of anti-monopoly laws. According to a government source, the e-commerce giant is…
Rivian Secures $6.6 Billion Loan to Revitalize Georgia Factory Plans
Rivian Automotive has announced a significant financial development as it seeks to advance its manufacturing capabilities. The company secured a conditional commitment for a $6.6 billion loan from the U.S.…
Anthropic Launches Open-Source Tool to Simplify AI Connections to Data Sources
Anthropic has introduced a new open-source tool called the Model Context Protocol (MCP), designed to streamline how AI systems connect with datasets. The tool offers a universal method for integrating…
EU Faces Stalemate in Talks with China Over EV Tariffs
European Union officials have dismissed claims that a resolution to ongoing trade tensions with China over electric vehicle (EV) tariffs is near. While discussions between the EU and Chinese representatives…
Sony reportedly working on a new portable gaming console
Sony might be preparing to reenter the portable gaming market with a new handheld console, according to a Bloomberg report. This device is expected to support games directly on the…
Google Faces £7 Billion UK Class Action Over Alleged Search Monopoly
Google will face a £7 billion ($8.8 billion) class action lawsuit in the UK over accusations that it misused its search dominance to harm consumers. The UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal…
New NVIDIA AI Model Fugatto Creates Audio from Text Prompts
NVIDIA has unveiled an experimental AI model, Fugatto, capable of generating audio from text prompts and modifying existing sound files. Officially named the Foundational Generative Audio Transformer Opus 1, the…
Tesla Building Teleoperations Team For Robotaxi Service
Tesla is making strides in the development of its teleoperations system, aiming to enhance its upcoming robotaxi service. The company is actively hiring a software engineer who will play a…