Google launches the Gemini AI side panel for Gmail on iOS and Android
Google has announced a significant update to its Gmail service that will benefit all users, from office workers to top executives. This new feature introduces the AI-powered Gemini side panel…
Tesla Model Y Approved for Official Use in China
Tesla has achieved a notable milestone in China as its Model Y has been added to a government procurement list in Jiangsu province, marking the first time Chinese government workers…
How China’s EV Battery Makers Compare in Energy Storage
China’s electric vehicle (EV) battery giants, CATL and BYD, are making significant strides in the burgeoning market for stationary energy storage. Both companies are leveraging their expertise and resources to…
The Game Boy Camera Returns as a Webcam
The 26-year-old Game Boy Camera, long cherished by photographers for its vintage, lo-fi aesthetic, is poised for a remarkable transformation. This beloved piece of gaming history will soon be available…
Threads Approaches First Year with 175 Million Monthly Active Users
As Threads approaches its first anniversary, Meta’s social media platform has surpassed 175 million monthly active users, as announced by Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday, 3 July. This milestone comes just…
Fisker Seeks Court Approval to Offload Electric SUVs at Record Low Prices
Fisker, an electric vehicle manufacturer, is currently navigating bankruptcy and has proposed selling its inventory of all-electric Ocean SUVs at a substantial discount. The company has requested approval from the…
Telegram Launches Stars for Content Creators, Expands Crypto Use
Telegram is enhancing its monetization capabilities by enabling content creators to share and monetize their work directly on its platform using a new digital currency called Stars. Introduced last month,…
ElevenLabs Introduces Free AI Voice Isolator to Compete with Adobe
ElevenLabs, the AI voice startup known for its voice cloning, text-to-speech, and speech-to-speech models, has just added another tool to its product portfolio: an AI Voice Isolator. This innovative tool…
Local Gift Delivery Service Afloat Goes Nationwide
Afloat, a gift delivery app that enables customers to shop from local stores and have gifts delivered the same day, has announced its expansion across the United States. Previously available…
Streaming Giants Push Back Against New Canadian Revenue-Sharing Regulations
Global streaming companies announced on Thursday that they are contesting new Canadian regulations requiring them to contribute financially to local news. The companies argue that the Canadian federal government has…
Microsoft Settles for $14.4 Million Over Claims of Penalizing Protected Leave in California
Microsoft has agreed to a $14.4 million settlement regarding allegations that it retaliated against California employees who utilized legally protected time off. This settlement arises from complaints filed with California’s…
OpenAI Faces Two Major Security Incidents This Week
OpenAI, the prominent AI research lab and developer behind ChatGPT, has made headlines once again, this time for two significant security concerns. These issues have sparked debate about the company’s…
Proton Launches Proton Docs to Challenge Google Docs with Enhanced Privacy
Proton, a company that prioritizes user privacy, has introduced a new service called Proton Docs. This service is a direct competitor to Google Docs and is integrated within Proton’s existing…
Huawei Executive Dismisses Concerns Over Advanced Chip Shortage Impacting China’s AI Goals
At the World AI Conference in Shanghai, a three-day event that began on Thursday, Huawei’s senior executive Zhang Ping’an dismissed concerns that a shortage of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips…
Google’s AI Expansion Drives 50% Spike in Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Google’s ambitious strides in artificial intelligence are taking a toll on its environmental goals, as highlighted by the company’s 2024 Environmental Report. Over the past five years, Google’s greenhouse gas…
SoftBank has discussed funding an energy project with banks, The Information reports.
In a strategic move to capitalize on the burgeoning demand for energy driven by advancements in generative artificial intelligence, Japanese technology investor SoftBank Group is actively engaging in discussions with…
Michigan Launches Nation’s First Smart Highway
Michigan is set to revolutionize its infrastructure by constructing the first smart highway in the United States. This development involves equipping a three-mile section of Interstate 94 with advanced sensors…
Hyundai and LG Energy of South Korea Launch Indonesia’s First Battery Cell Plant
Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution have opened a $1.1 billion battery cell plant in Indonesia, marking a significant milestone for the country’s ambitions to become an electric vehicle…
Amazon Shuts Down Astro for Business After Short Run
Amazon has officially terminated its Astro for Business, a security robot designed for workplace environments, just eight months after its introduction in November 2023. This decision underscores Amazon’s strategic shift…
AMD Zen 6 Chips May Arrive Sooner Than Expected
At last month’s Computex event, AMD took the stage to announce its highly anticipated Zen 5-based desktop and mobile processors, which are set for release later this month. This announcement…