Qualcomm’s Latest AI PC Chip Challenges Intel and AMD in Processor Market
Qualcomm has intensified its efforts to challenge Intel and AMD in the PC processor market with the launch of its latest AI-focused chip. On Wednesday, Qualcomm introduced the Snapdragon X…
Volkswagen Brings ChatGPT Voice Assistant to U.S. Vehicles
Volkswagen is set to introduce its AI-powered ChatGPT voice assistant to vehicles sold in the United States, starting September 6, 2024. This new feature, known as Plus Speech, will initially…
AMD and Intel Join Microsoft’s Copilot+ AI Feature Rollout
Microsoft has announced that its Copilot+ AI features will soon be available on AMD and Intel laptops, with a rollout expected in November via free Windows 11 updates. Initially exclusive…
Intel Faces Possible Removal from Dow Jones as Shares Plunge
Intel’s long-standing presence in the Dow Jones Industrial Average is at risk as its share price continues to decline. The American chipmaker, which became one of the first tech companies…
China Boosts Chipmaking Capacity with Record-Breaking Investments
China is significantly increasing its spending on chipmaking machines, surpassing all other nations, as it invests heavily to bolster its local manufacturing industry amidst US-backed sanctions. A recent report by…
No Screens Before Age Two, Says Swedish Health Authority
Sweden’s health authorities have issued new guidelines advising that children under the age of two should not be exposed to screens at all, while teenagers should limit their screen time…
Sony Shuts Down Concord After Just Two Weeks on the Market
Sony is shutting down its newly launched online shooter, Concord, just two weeks after its release due to low sales and lukewarm player interest. Starting Tuesday, customers who purchased the…
Snap Experiments with Ads in Chat as Stock Price Falls
Snapchat is undergoing significant changes as it tests new features and updates aimed at boosting its platform’s usability and ad revenue. CEO Evan Spiegel announced in a memo published on…
Nvidia Faces Subpoena from U.S. DoJ as Antitrust Concerns Grow
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has issued a subpoena to Nvidia, intensifying its antitrust investigation into the AI chipmaker, according to Bloomberg News. This move follows earlier inquiries where…
Canva Raises Teams Prices by Over 300 Percent, Citing AI Enhancements
Canva is raising prices for its Teams subscription, with some users facing increases of over 300%, due to the company’s expanded use of generative AI tools. Specific price changes include:…
World’s First Jet-Powered Humanoid Robot Developed in Italy
A jet-powered humanoid robot, named iRonCub3, developed by researchers at the Italian Institute of Technology (IIT), is capturing attention for its ability to fly using four jet engines. This robot,…
Android 15 Rolls Out with TalkBack Updates, Earthquake Alerts, and More
Google has officially released Android 15, making it available initially through the Android Open Source Project for developers. This latest version of the mobile operating system introduces various enhancements, focusing…
BigEndian Founders Aim to Boost India’s Semiconductor Industry
BigEndian Semiconductors, a fabless design startup based in Bengaluru, is leveraging its founders’ extensive chip industry experience to boost India’s position in the global semiconductor market. The company, established in…
Starlink Agrees to Block Access to X in Brazil
Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk, has announced that it will comply with a Brazilian Supreme Court order to block access to the social media platform X…
Japan’s Chip Restrictions Could Spark Economic Backlash from China
China has issued a stern warning to Japan about potential economic retaliation if Tokyo proceeds with further restrictions on the sales and servicing of chipmaking equipment to Chinese companies, as…
Nvidia Faces Historic $279 Billion Loss as AI Enthusiasm Wanes
Nvidia experienced a record-breaking $279 billion loss in market value on Tuesday as its shares dropped by 9.5%, marking the largest single-day decline ever for a U.S. company. The downturn…
UK to Review Ticketmaster Pricing After Oasis Ticket Chaos
The UK government plans to investigate Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing model after widespread chaos and frustration during the recent sale of Oasis reunion tour tickets. The move aims to address concerns…
Investigation Launched by South Korea into Telegram’s Role in Deepfake Distribution
South Korean police have initiated an investigation into Telegram to determine whether the encrypted messaging app has played a role in the distribution of sexually explicit deepfake content, as reported…
Judge Rules Against Forcing Social Media Platforms to Block Harmful Content for Teens
A federal judge has ruled against a portion of the Texas SCOPE Act, stating that social media companies cannot be forced to block teens from accessing specific content labeled as…
Disney Blackout on DirecTV Leaves Millions Without ESPN and ABC
Disney has imposed a blackout on ESPN, ABC, and other channels for DirecTV subscribers after negotiations failed to secure a new distribution agreement, affecting roughly 11 million DirecTV users. This…