EU Opens Investigation into TikTok Over Election Risks in Romania
The European Union has launched a formal investigation into TikTok‘s handling of election security risks, with a focus on Romania’s recent presidential election. Announced on Tuesday, the probe marks TikTok’s…
OpenAI Brings ChatGPT to Landlines and WhatsApp
ChatGPT is making its way to landlines, a bold move by OpenAI to expand access to its AI assistant. Starting Wednesday, users in the U.S. can dial 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) and…
Taiwan Encourages Firms to Build Robotics and Drones Locally
Taiwan’s government is pushing forward a new initiative, “Chips Team Taiwan,” to encourage domestic companies to increase production of satellites, drones, and robotics, according to Technology and Science Minister Wu…
CrowdStrike Challenges Delta Lawsuit Over Cybersecurity Outage
CrowdStrike has filed a motion to dismiss Delta Air Lines’ lawsuit stemming from a July cybersecurity incident that caused widespread flight cancellations and passenger disruptions. The cybersecurity firm argues the…
Meta Fined $263 Million Over 2018 Facebook Data Breach in the EU
Meta has been fined €251 million ($263 million) by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) for a 2018 Facebook security breach that exposed the personal data of nearly three million users…
Taiwan Explores Collaboration with Amazon on Satellite Internet
Taiwan is exploring a partnership with Amazon for its Kuiper broadband satellite system, as the government seeks to bolster communication infrastructure against potential disruptions. Taiwan’s Technology and Science Minister, Wu…
YouTube Gives Creators Control Over Third-Party AI Training Access
YouTube has introduced a new feature that lets creators decide how third-party companies can use their content for AI training. Announced on Monday, the move comes amid growing complaints from…
DOJ Demands Perplexity Input on Google’s Search Dominance
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is pushing for Dmitry Shevelenko, the chief business officer of Perplexity, to testify in its antitrust case against Google, as revealed in recent court filings.…
GlobalWafers Secures $406 Million for US Chip Manufacturing Expansion
The U.S. Commerce Department has finalized a $406 million subsidy for Taiwan’s GlobalWafers, aiming to boost domestic semiconductor production. The funding, announced Tuesday, will support projects in Texas and Missouri…
Nvidia Slips Further While Broadcom Loses Early Momentum
Nvidia continued its slide into correction territory on Tuesday, closing down more than 1%. Broadcom, which initially saw gains during pre-market trading, also ended the day lower, reversing earlier momentum…
Elon Musk and SpaceX Face Federal Investigations Over Security Concerns
Federal reviews are underway to investigate Elon Musk and SpaceX for potential violations of U.S. security protocols. According to a report by The New York Times, Musk and his aerospace…
Instagram Introduces Scheduled DMs Feature for Users Worldwide
Instagram users can now schedule direct messages (DMs) to be sent at a specific time, a feature designed to enhance communication for creators, brands, and regular users alike. Meta confirmed…
EU Begins Work on IRIS² Satellite Network for Secure Connectivity
The European Union has officially signed off on IRIS², a €10.6 billion ($11 billion) satellite network designed to rival SpaceX’s Starlink. Comprising 290 satellites across low- and medium-earth orbits, IRIS²…
China Aims to Lead AI as Its Models Compete with US Rivals
China’s push to lead the global artificial intelligence race appears to be gaining momentum. Analysts and insiders report that Chinese AI models, particularly large language models (LLMs), are achieving competitive…
Meta’s Threads Reaches 300 Million Monthly Users
Threads, Meta’s Twitter-like platform, has hit 100 million daily active users and surpassed 300 million monthly active users, according to CEO Mark Zuckerberg. It’s the first time Meta has shared…
Chinese Lifestyle App Xiaohongshu Drives High-End Sales
Tera Feng, a Shanghai-based influencer with over 500,000 followers, has tapped into Xiaohongshu’s platform to sell a variety of products, ranging from high-end suits priced at 15,000 yuan ($2,060) to…
OpenAI Rolls Out ChatGPT Search to All Users
OpenAI’s AI-powered web search tool, ChatGPT Search, is now available to all ChatGPT users, extending its previously exclusive features to free-tier subscribers. The company announced the broader rollout during its…
Apple’s New Feature Will Let Airlines Track Lost Luggage Using AirTag Locations
United Airlines, Air Canada, and Aer Lingus now offer travelers a new way to track lost luggage with Apple AirTags. By using Apple’s “Share Item Location” feature, available on devices…
Rhode Island Social Services Hit by Major Cyberattack
A cyberattack on Rhode Island’s social services portal may have compromised the personal data of hundreds of thousands of residents, state officials announced. Governor Dan McKee’s office confirmed a “high…
Airbnb Tightens Its Grip with “Anti-Party Technology” for New Year’s Eve
Airbnb is stepping up its efforts to prevent unauthorized parties this holiday season. The company announced plans to deploy “anti-party technology” to block potentially disruptive bookings ahead of New Year’s…