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Whitney Wolfe Herd to Reclaim CEO Role at Bumble in March

Whitney Wolfe Herd, the founder of Bumble, will reclaim her role as CEO of the dating app company in mid-March. This transition follows the resignation of Lidiane Jones, who cited…

Character AI Enhances Safety and Entertainment Features Amidst Leadership Changes

Character AI, a prominent player in the artificial intelligence sector, is making significant strides to enhance both user safety and entertainment on its platform. The company has introduced new safety…

Perplexity Expands Horizons with Acquisition of Read.cv

Perplexity, an AI-powered search engine, has acquired Read.cv, a social media platform for professionals. The acquisition marks Perplexity’s continued investment in corporate-focused functionality. The deal, announced via Read.cv’s blog post,…

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Head of Product to Testify in U.S. Government’s Antitrust Case Against Google

Nick Turley, head of product for OpenAI’s ChatGPT, is set to testify as a key witness in the U.S. government’s antitrust case against Google. The Department of Justice (DOJ) aims…

Microsoft 365 Introduces Copilot AI Amidst First Price Hike in Over a Decade

Microsoft has announced its first price increase for Microsoft 365 in 12 years, attributing the rise to the introduction of Copilot AI capabilities across its suite of applications. Effective immediately,…

Hinge Users Get AI Help with Crafting Catchy Responses

Hinge users are experiencing a new twist in their dating journeys as the app introduces AI-powered coaching to enhance user profiles. The latest feature is designed to help users craft…

Rumored Games Set to Launch with the Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo has officially confirmed the much-anticipated Switch 2, generating excitement among gaming enthusiasts worldwide. The new console will be compatible with most existing Nintendo Switch games and will support physical…

Federal Employees Adapt Job Descriptions Amid DOGE Scrutiny

The federal workforce is taking preemptive measures to safeguard jobs as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an external initiative led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, intensifies its efforts…

Google Opts Out of EU’s Disinformation Code

Google has officially announced its decision to opt out of the European Union’s Code of Practice on Disinformation, a move that could significantly impact content moderation across its platforms. The…

Hino Motors to Pay $1.6 Billion in Emissions Scandal Settlement

Hino Motors, a subsidiary of Toyota, has reached a settlement agreement with the U.S. government, pledging to pay $1.6 billion (£1.3 billion) in response to allegations of deceptive practices regarding…

Apple Refines AI Notification Summaries in iOS 18.3 Beta Update

Apple has taken swift action to address a significant issue with its Notification Summaries feature in the latest iOS 18.3 beta update. Designed to provide users with concise versions of…

California Cracks Down on Price Gouging Amid Rent Hikes in Disaster Zones

California officials are sounding the alarm as rent prices skyrocket in fire-affected areas of Los Angeles. With the declaration of a state of emergency due to recent wildfires, the law…

Ceasefire Brings Relief as Israel and Hamas Agree to Truce

In a significant development towards peace, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a truce that involves a complex exchange of hostages and prisoners. The agreement, which took effect after an…

Trump Unveils $Trump Cryptocurrency as He Prepares for Presidency

Donald Trump has launched the $Trump cryptocurrency, marking a bold entry into the digital currency market as he prepares to assume office as the 47th President of the United States.…

Trump Promises Swift Action with Executive Orders and High-Profile Pardons

Donald Trump announced plans to visit California on Friday to assess the damage caused by recent wildfires. At a rally, he outlined his intentions to issue a series of executive…

China Holds Steady on Lending Rates Amid Yuan Woes and Looming U.S. Policy Shifts

China decided to maintain its benchmark lending rates on Monday, as the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) grapples with a weakening yuan and anticipates potential economic shifts under the incoming…

FAA and SpaceX Investigate Starship Mishap Following Explosive Test Flight

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is collaborating with SpaceX and other authorities to verify reports of damage to public property on the Turks and Caicos Islands. This investigation follows…

TikTok’s Future in Limbo as Supreme Court Upholds Forced Sale or Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has unanimously upheld a law mandating the forced sale or ban of TikTok, a decision that places the app’s future in the United States in jeopardy.…

Google Maps Gears Up for 20th Anniversary with AI and Expanded Features

As Google Maps approaches its 20th anniversary in February, the tech giant is working diligently to maintain its dominance in the mapping industry. With innovative advancements, including new camera systems…

FTC Imposes $20 Million Fine on Cognosphere for Misleading Loot Box Practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has fined Cognosphere, the publisher behind popular games like Genshin Impact, $20 million. The penalty comes as a result of allegations that the company misled…