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EU Mandates Speed Limiters on New Cars to Boost Road Safety
The European Union has declared that all new cars will be required to have speed limiters starting from July 7, Sunday. This regulation will not affect the UK but will…
Spain’s climate change risk aids Madrid VC Seaya in closing €300M fund
According to a recent Dealroom report on the Spanish tech ecosystem, the combined enterprise value of Spanish startups surpassed €100 billion in 2023. This milestone signifies a burgeoning tech landscape…
Positive Outlook for Chinese AI Market Amid Western Scrutiny
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) sector showcased its determination and innovation this week at a significant fair in Shanghai, signaling confidence in overcoming Western-imposed restrictions. The event saw companies unveiling advanced…
Apple Approves Epic’s EU iOS App Store with Conditions
The Epic Games Store app for EU iPhones has successfully passed Apple’s notarization process, moving the alternative app store closer to selling apps directly to iOS users outside of Apple’s…
BYD’s Significant EV Price Cuts in Thailand Ignite Controversy; Prime Minister Demands Clarification
Thailand’s consumer protection agency has launched an investigation into BYD dealerships following numerous complaints from consumers about aggressive discounting tactics that have left many buyers feeling they overpaid for their…
Malaysia and Indonesia Emerge as Key Beneficiaries in ASEAN Amid Data Center Boom
Malaysia and Indonesia are emerging as prime beneficiaries in ASEAN from strong global demand growth for new data centers amid AI proliferation, according to research house CGS-International. The increasing data…
YouTube Unveils Tool to Remove Copyrighted Music Without Affecting Other Audio
YouTube introduced an updated eraser tool on July 4, Thursday, that enables creators to remove copyrighted music from their videos while preserving other audio elements like dialogue and sound effects.…
Google launches the Gemini AI side panel for Gmail on iOS and Android
Google has announced a significant update to its Gmail service that will benefit all users, from office workers to top executives. This new feature introduces the AI-powered Gemini side panel…
Microsoft’s Surface Pro is adequate but not groundbreaking in AI.
In May, Microsoft unveiled its new line of Windows PCs, dubbed Copilot+ PCs, highlighting their design for artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. These devices are powered by Qualcomm chips, which promise…
Tesla Model Y Approved for Official Use in China
Tesla has achieved a notable milestone in China as its Model Y has been added to a government procurement list in Jiangsu province, marking the first time Chinese government workers…
How China’s EV Battery Makers Compare in Energy Storage
China’s electric vehicle (EV) battery giants, CATL and BYD, are making significant strides in the burgeoning market for stationary energy storage. Both companies are leveraging their expertise and resources to…
The Game Boy Camera Returns as a Webcam
The 26-year-old Game Boy Camera, long cherished by photographers for its vintage, lo-fi aesthetic, is poised for a remarkable transformation. This beloved piece of gaming history will soon be available…
Threads Approaches First Year with 175 Million Monthly Active Users
As Threads approaches its first anniversary, Meta’s social media platform has surpassed 175 million monthly active users, as announced by Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday, 3 July. This milestone comes just…
Fisker Seeks Court Approval to Offload Electric SUVs at Record Low Prices
Fisker, an electric vehicle manufacturer, is currently navigating bankruptcy and has proposed selling its inventory of all-electric Ocean SUVs at a substantial discount. The company has requested approval from the…
Telegram Launches Stars for Content Creators, Expands Crypto Use
Telegram is enhancing its monetization capabilities by enabling content creators to share and monetize their work directly on its platform using a new digital currency called Stars. Introduced last month,…
ElevenLabs Introduces Free AI Voice Isolator to Compete with Adobe
ElevenLabs, the AI voice startup known for its voice cloning, text-to-speech, and speech-to-speech models, has just added another tool to its product portfolio: an AI Voice Isolator. This innovative tool…
Local Gift Delivery Service Afloat Goes Nationwide
Afloat, a gift delivery app that enables customers to shop from local stores and have gifts delivered the same day, has announced its expansion across the United States. Previously available…
Streaming Giants Push Back Against New Canadian Revenue-Sharing Regulations
Global streaming companies announced on Thursday that they are contesting new Canadian regulations requiring them to contribute financially to local news. The companies argue that the Canadian federal government has…
Unusual Asteroids Passed Close to Earth, NASA Recorded the Event
NASA’s radar located in the remote Mojave Desert has successfully captured high-resolution images of formidable asteroids, including a massive one-mile-wide behemoth, as they passed by our planet’s neighborhood. These radar…
Microsoft Settles for $14.4 Million Over Claims of Penalizing Protected Leave in California
Microsoft has agreed to a $14.4 million settlement regarding allegations that it retaliated against California employees who utilized legally protected time off. This settlement arises from complaints filed with California’s…