ASML Resolves Global IT Outage Amid Heightened Scrutiny Over China Sales
ASML, the Dutch semiconductor equipment maker, has resolved a global IT systems outage that affected operations on Friday. The company confirmed that “all systems are fully recovered,” although the cause…
Inside Gen Z’s Most Downloaded Apps of 2024
Gen Z’s favorite apps of 2024 reveal a lot about what this generation values in the digital space. In an analysis by app intelligence firm Appfigures, which TechCrunch shared, we…
China Prepares for Trump’s Policies with Boosted Chip Equipment Purchases
China’s semiconductor sector is bracing for another challenging period under Donald Trump by accelerating its purchase of foreign chipmaking equipment and exploring alliances with international partners. Anticipating stricter U.S. trade…
US Orders TSMC to Halt AI Chip Shipments to China
The United States has directed Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) to suspend shipments of advanced chips to Chinese companies, primarily those used in artificial intelligence applications, effective Monday, according to…
Microsoft’s Outlook Now Has AI Themes That Can Change with the Weather
Microsoft’s latest update brings a bit of flair to your inbox. Outlook users with Copilot Pro or business accounts can now personalize their email experience with new AI-generated themes. This…
China’s SMIC Sees Overcapacity Extending to 2025 with Limited New Investments
China’s largest chipmaker, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), cautioned Friday that the mature node chip market would remain oversupplied until at least 2025, signaling a restrained approach to capacity growth.…
Nvidia Reaches Historic $3.6 Trillion Market Value After Trump Election Win
Shares of Nvidia surged to a record high on Thursday, marking a historic milestone as the chipmaker became the first company to surpass a $3.6 trillion market capitalization. This achievement…
Roblox Introduces Stricter Content Ratings and Social Limits for Kids Under 13
Roblox is taking steps to make its platform safer for young users, especially kids under 13, who make up a big chunk of its massive 70 million daily player base.…
TikTok’s “Share to TikTok” Connects Directly with Spotify, Apple Music
TikTok is making it simpler to share your favorite tracks with its new “Share to TikTok” feature. Now, users of both Spotify and Apple Music can post songs, albums, playlists,…
Australia Plans World-First Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new legislation aiming to prohibit social media access for children under 16, labeling it a move to counter the harm he believes social…
How Samsung’s Delayed AI Strategy Opened Doors for Rival SK Hynix
Samsung Electronics, once the dominant force in memory semiconductors, is now struggling in the AI-driven chip market, resulting in a $126 billion loss in market value, as reported by S&P…
Nissan to Cut 9,000 Jobs and Slash CEO’s Pay Amid Struggles
Nissan Motor Co. plans to lay off 9,000 workers and reduce its global manufacturing capacity by 20 percent, according to Reuters. The Japanese automaker’s restructuring strategy is aimed at trimming…
Digital Tech Proves Beneficial for Early Childhood Development, Study Finds
Digital technology may provide developmental benefits for children under three, according to a study funded by the Economic and Social Research Council. Researchers from Manchester Metropolitan University, in collaboration with…
Canada Orders TikTok to Close Canadian Operations
Canada just told TikTok’s Canadian business to shut down, citing what it calls “national security risks” related to ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company. Minister François-Philippe Champagne made the announcement, explaining that…
Trump Expected to Maintain CHIPS Act Despite Campaign Criticisms
President-elect Donald Trump is expected to uphold the Biden administration’s CHIPS and Science Act, a landmark policy designed to boost U.S. semiconductor production, despite criticism voiced during his campaign, according…
Samsung Elevates Bixby with Its Biggest Update Yet
Samsung has announced its largest update in years to Bixby, the company’s virtual assistant, which has long lagged behind competitors like Apple’s Siri and Google’s emerging Gemini. Revealed during a…
EU Probes Corning Over Gorilla Glass Contracts
The European Union launched an investigation into Corning Inc., the American company behind the popular Gorilla Glass, for possible violations of competition laws. Corning, a major supplier of specialized toughened…
Qualcomm’s Strong Forecast Driven by Chinese Smartphone Demand
Qualcomm Inc. announced on Wednesday that its projected sales and profit for the upcoming quarter are expected to surpass Wall Street’s estimates, largely driven by an increase in Chinese smartphone…
Amazon May Fund Anthropic Again, If It Switches to Its Chips
Amazon is reportedly exploring another multibillion-dollar investment in AI startup Anthropic, according to The Information. The deal, though still in negotiation, includes a stipulation: Amazon wants Anthropic to incorporate its…
Amazon Wins FAA Approval for Drone Deliveries in Arizona
Amazon’s much-anticipated Prime Air drone service just got the all-clear from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to buzz across the skies in Arizona’s Phoenix metro area, kicking off a new…