Valve Cracks Down on Keyboard Automation in Counter-Strike 2
Valve has officially banned the use of keyboard automation in Counter-Strike 2, targeting features that could give players an unfair advantage. This decision comes in response to the controversy surrounding…
Lip-Bu Tan Steps Down from Intel Board Amid Strategic Challenges
Intel has announced the resignation of Lip-Bu Tan, a seasoned veteran of the semiconductor industry, from its board of directors. Tan, who joined Intel’s board in September 2022 to assist…
Neuralink Second Patient Reports No Retraction Issues
Neuralink has reported positive progress in its early human trials, with no thread retraction observed in the brain implant of its second patient, named Alex. This marks a significant improvement…
Tesla Recalls 9,136 Model X SUVs Over Roof Adhesion Issue
Tesla is recalling 9,136 Model X SUVs from 2016 due to a potential issue with the roof that could increase the risk of a crash. This recall is notable because,…
Chinese Firms Seek Advanced AI Capabilities via Amazon Cloud Services
State-linked Chinese entities are increasingly turning to cloud services, including those provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS), to gain access to high-end U.S. chips and artificial intelligence capabilities that are…
China’s WeRide Postpones U.S. IPO Due to Documentation Delays
WeRide, a China-based self-driving technology company, has delayed its initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S., citing delays in completing necessary transaction documents. The company indicated in a Thursday statement…
Starliner or Dragon: NASA to Announce Astronaut Return Decision on Saturday
NASA will announce on Saturday, August 24 whether astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams will return to Earth aboard Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft or use SpaceX’s Dragon capsule instead. This decision…
JBL Upgrades Wireless Earbuds with Larger Touchscreen and Audio Transmission
JBL has unveiled an enhanced version of its wireless earbuds, the JBL Tour Pro 3, featuring a significantly larger touchscreen on its charging case. The new model boasts a 1.57-inch…
Ford Ends Electric SUV Project, Delays Futuristic Truck
Ford has announced the cancellation of its electric three-row SUV and the delay of its highly anticipated futuristic electric truck, signaling a strategic shift in its approach to vehicle electrification.…
Amazon and Flipkart Face Allegations of Predatory Pricing in India
India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has accused Amazon and other e-commerce firms of engaging in predatory pricing practices, which he believes are disrupting millions of traditional retail stores in the…
YouTube Expands Partnership with Shopify to Compete with TikTok Shop
YouTube is stepping up its competition with TikTok Shop by expanding its partnership with Shopify, significantly broadening the YouTube Shopping affiliate program. This expansion, announced on Tuesday, August 20, allows…
China Slams EU Tariffs on Electric Vehicles, Pledges Defense of Its Industry
China has strongly criticized the European Union’s recent decision to impose tariffs on electric vehicle (EV) imports, labeling the move as unfair and pledging to take necessary steps to defend…
Microsoft Expands Accessible Gaming with Xbox Adaptive Joystick
Microsoft has unveiled a new addition to its accessibility-focused gaming hardware lineup with the introduction of the Xbox Adaptive Joystick, set to launch in early 2025 for $29.99. This wired…
ElevenLabs Takes Reader App Worldwide with 32 Supported Languages
ElevenLabs, a startup focused on developing AI-powered tools for creating and editing synthetic voices, has globally launched its text-to-speech app, Reader, expanding its availability to support 32 languages. Initially launched…
AMD Issues Microcode Update for Ryzen 3000 CPUs After Sinkclose Controversy
AMD has unexpectedly reversed its initial decision and released a microcode update to address the Sinkclose security flaw in older Ryzen 3000 CPUs. This follows the company’s earlier announcement that…
Microsoft Unveils Unified Teams App for Seamless Account Switching
Microsoft has launched a new unified Teams app for Windows 11, Windows 10, and macOS, enabling users to easily switch between personal and work accounts. This new development provides a…
Nvidia Expands G-Sync Accessibility Through MediaTek Collaboration
Nvidia has announced a pivotal update to its G-Sync technology, eliminating the need for a proprietary hardware module by integrating G-Sync features directly into MediaTek’s monitor scalers. This development marks…
India’s Tollbooth Automation Enhanced by Nvidia’s Accelerated Computing
India is leveraging Nvidia’s accelerated computing technology to tackle the challenge of tollbooth traffic, which affects a road network stretching over four million miles across 1,000 tollbooths. The Indian road…
Authors File Class-Action Lawsuit Against Anthropic
Anthropic, an AI startup backed by Amazon, is now facing a class-action lawsuit in California federal court, with allegations of copyright infringement at the core of the case. Authors Accuse…
OpenAI Announces Content Partnership with Condé Nast
OpenAI has announced a partnership with Condé Nast, allowing its AI-powered products, such as ChatGPT and SearchGPT, to feature and display content from several of Condé Nast’s prominent publications, including…