Netflix Japan Hits 10 Million Subscribers with Local Shows Driving Growth
Netflix has achieved a major milestone in Japan, surpassing 10 million subscribers in the first half of this year. The streaming giant attributes this growth to its investment in Japanese-language…
US Escalates Crackdown on China’s Chip Industry with Export Restrictions
The United States on Monday announced a comprehensive set of restrictions targeting China’s semiconductor industry. The measures, introduced by the Commerce Department, aim to curb China’s advancements in chipmaking and…
Uber launches Shikara boat rides on Dal Lake
Uber has launched a new boat-hailing service in India, offering tourists the chance to ride the iconic Shikara boats on Dal Lake in Kashmir. These brightly colored wooden boats, adorned…
GoBlue App Launches, Brings Analytics Tracking to Bluesky Users
GoBlue, a new iOS app, is stepping in to fill a void in the Bluesky ecosystem, offering users the ability to track analytics on the rapidly growing social network. With…
ASML Says New U.S. Restrictions Will Not Impact Its Guidance
Computer chip equipment giant ASML remains steadfast in its financial outlook, stating that new U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports to China, announced Monday, will not affect its most recent projections.…
OpenAI Explores Potential for Ads Amid Financial Pressures
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is considering the introduction of advertising as a revenue stream, according to comments from its CFO Sarah Friar in an interview with the Financial Times.…
Microchip Technology Lowers Revenue Forecast and Shuts Arizona Plant
Microchip Technology adjusted its revenue expectations for the third quarter on Monday, predicting figures near the lower end of its $1.03 billion forecast. This revised outlook falls short of analysts’…
Nvidia Invests in Nebius Group’s $700 Million AI Infrastructure Drive
AI infrastructure firm Nebius Group has secured $700 million in a private funding round led by investors such as Nvidia, Accel, and Orbis Investments. The financing marks a critical milestone…
Swiggy Brings 10-Minute Food Delivery to 400 Cities Nationwide
Swiggy has extended its 10-minute food delivery service, Bolt, to over 400 cities and towns across India. The Bengaluru-based startup, which recently debuted on the stock market, is collaborating with…
Threads Rolls Out Advanced Search Filters to Challenge Bluesky and X
Threads, Meta’s alternative to X (formerly Twitter), is introducing an advanced search feature to enhance user experience. This update, set to roll out globally over the next few weeks, allows…
Tencent’s New Game Looks Like a Clear Copy of Horizon
Tencent’s subsidiary, Polaris Quest, has unveiled its upcoming sci-fi adventure game, Light of Motiram, and it’s causing quite a stir. The game’s initial teaser features a post-apocalyptic setting where humans…
Apple Accused of Spying on Employees in New Lawsuit
Apple’s reputation as a privacy-first company is under scrutiny following a new lawsuit accusing the tech giant of spying on its employees. Filed on Sunday in California state court, the…
The AI Rivalry Between China and the U.S. Sparks New Global Debates
China’s ambition to lead in artificial intelligence (AI) development is a double-edged sword. While the country’s advancements may position it ahead of the United States in the AI race, the…
Judge Rejects Elon Musk’s $56 Billion Pay Deal Despite Shareholder Approval
Delaware Chancery Court Judge Kathaleen McCormick has upheld her decision to nullify Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package. Despite a shareholder vote earlier this year to re-ratify the…
Tesla Updates Introduce Apple Watch App and More Features—Including Fart Pranks
Tesla’s latest update includes practical advancements and a sprinkle of humor, reinforcing the company’s knack for blending utility and playfulness. Among the new features is an Apple Watch app, expected…
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Removed After Boardroom Disputes
Intel’s board of directors has ousted CEO Pat Gelsinger, marking the end of a challenging tenure that spanned nearly four years. The decision, announced Monday, follows a turbulent period where…
Chinese Semiconductor Industry Faces Fresh US Export Curbs
The United States is set to implement its third major crackdown on China’s semiconductor industry in as many years, introducing a new package of export restrictions on Monday. This move…
Kioxia Sets IPO Price Range at 1,390 to 1,520 Yen Per Share
Chipmaker Kioxia, backed by Bain Capital, has established a tentative price range of 1,390 to 1,520 yen ($9.22 to $10.09) per share for its upcoming initial public offering, according to…
Meta Implements Stricter Ad Rules in Australia to Combat Financial Scams
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has introduced enhanced regulations for advertisers of financial products and services in Australia. The new measures aim to curb the spread…
Woman Wins $1,380 for Staying Smartphone-Free for Eight Hours
A woman in Chongqing, China, recently won 10,000 yuan (approximately $1,380) after successfully completing a “public welfare challenge” that tested participants’ ability to stay away from their smartphones for eight…