FTC Begins $72 Million Refund to Fortnite Players
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) began distributing $72 million in refunds to Fortnite players tricked into unintended purchases due to deceptive practices by the game’s developer, Epic Games. Announced on…
Nvidia Faces Antitrust Probe as China Escalates US Chip Dispute
China has launched an antitrust investigation into Nvidia, the U.S. chipmaker renowned for its artificial intelligence and gaming processors. Announced on Monday by the State Administration for Market Regulation, the…
Family Blames Tesla’s Autopilot for Deadly Collision in California
Tesla is being sued by the family of Genesis Giovanni Mendoza-Martinez, a driver who died in a 2023 collision involving a Model S sedan in Walnut Creek, California. The lawsuit…
Dungeon Lords: A Nostalgic Name Leads a New Fantasy Revolution
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dungeon Lords: A Nostalgic Name Leads a New Fantasy Revolution Illinois — [December 10, 2024] — Nearly two decades ago, Dungeon Lords made its mark as a…
X’s Aurora Image Generator Debuts Briefly, Disappears, Then Returns for Rollout
X, Elon Musk’s social network formerly known as Twitter, launched and quickly removed a new image generator called Aurora over the weekend. The tool, integrated into Grok, X’s AI chatbot,…
Google Challenges CFPB Supervision Order Over Payment Division
Google has taken legal action against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) after the federal agency announced its decision to supervise Google Payment Corp., citing potential risks to consumers, TechCrunch…
The Packaging People Pledge to a More Sustainable Future: Cutting Back on Waste for 2025
It is no surprise that sustainability has become such a hot topic within the packaging industry across Australia. As consumers become painfully aware of their contributions to consumerism, it has…
The Packaging People Introduce the Latest in Summer Packaging: New Stock and Styles
According to a recent report by the Australian Retailers Association 2024, summer is the peak season for many Australian businesses, with increased demand for products such as food, beverages, and…
OpenAI Launches Sora, Bringing AI Video Generation to the Public
OpenAI has officially released its much-anticipated video-generation tool, Sora, marking a major step in its generative AI portfolio. Announced by CEO Sam Altman on X (formerly Twitter), this launch provides…
Scientists Discover Way to Make Fuel Using Sunlight and Water
Scientists at Shinshu University in Japan have developed a prototype reactor that uses sunlight and water to produce renewable hydrogen fuel. This innovation could pave the way for cleaner energy…
Rivian Expands Charging Network, Opening Access to Other EVs
Rivian has unveiled a new charging station in Joshua Tree, California, marking a pivotal step for the company as it opens its network to electric vehicles beyond its own. This…
Google DeepMind’s GenCast Takes Weather Forecasting to New Heights
Google’s DeepMind team has introduced GenCast, an artificial intelligence-based weather prediction model, which reportedly outperforms the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ (ECMWF) ENS, often considered the gold standard in…
Romania Overturns Election After Cyberattack Scandal
Romania’s constitutional court has annulled the first round of its presidential election amid mounting evidence of cyberattacks and social media influence campaigns, raising questions about the integrity of the electoral…
Japan’s Kioxia Finalizes IPO Price and Prepares for December Listing
Bain Capital-backed chipmaker Kioxia has raised 120 billion yen ($800 million) through its initial public offering (IPO) after pricing shares in the middle of its marketed range, according to a…
Jack Ma Predicts AI Will Shape the Future of Ant Group
Jack Ma, co-founder of Alibaba and one of China’s most prominent tech entrepreneurs, made a rare public appearance to celebrate Ant Group’s 20th anniversary. During the event on Sunday, Ma…
Apple Looks to Sony for Vision Pro Gaming Upgrade
Apple appears to be exploring a new avenue to broaden the appeal of its Vision Pro mixed reality device by potentially adding support for PlayStation VR2 controllers. According to a…
Google Wallet Now Supports Digital US Passports for TSA Checkpoints
Travelers in the United States can now store a digital version of their passport in Google Wallet, simplifying identification at select Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints. The feature, available starting…
X’s Grok AI Chatbot Now Free for All Users
X has made its AI chatbot, Grok, accessible to all users, dropping the X Premium subscription requirement. Users can now interact with the chatbot under a freemium model, with 10…
The Packaging People Help Australian Businesses Stick to Their New Year’s Resolutions with Custom Packaging Solutions
Often a reflective time of year for both consumers and businesses alike, the new year brings in a time to refresh and reset, spurring innovative and strategic thinking amongst many…
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Dropped CSAM Detection Plans for iCloud
Apple faces legal action over its decision to abandon a system designed to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in iCloud. The lawsuit, filed in Northern California, accuses Apple of…