Technology

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has issued a stark warning that Chinese open-source artificial intelligence (AI) models could become the global standard, not due to superior quality, but because they are freely available. Chinese AI gains traction Speaking on the Moonshots podcast, Schmidt expressed......

Artificial intelligence companions, once a futuristic concept, have evolved into emotional lifelines for millions. From early experiments like ELIZA in 1966 to modern platforms such as ChatGPT, Replika, and Character.AI, these tools are bridging emotional gaps in a hyper-connected yet lonely world. Designed......

The Israeli spyware manufacturer NSO Group, known for its controversial Pegasus surveillance software, announced it has been acquired by a consortium of American investors led by Hollywood producer Robert Simonds. Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman will serve as the company’s executive......

Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, made an emotional return to Taiwan over the weekend, marking his fourth visit this year. Speaking at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s (TSMC) annual sports day in Hsinchu, Huang delivered a heartfelt speech in Mandarin, acknowledging the critical role TSMC......

SAN FRANCISCO, November 3, 2025 — OpenAI, the U.S. artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT, has signed a landmark agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) worth $38 billion, securing massive computing and storage capacity to fuel the next stage of its AI development. According......

Amaze Holdings has announced a strategic partnership with metaverse game studio Dubit to roll out 3D storefronts across popular gaming platforms like Roblox and Fortnite. The collaboration, unveiled on October 30, 2025, aims to revolutionize how creators and brands engage fans and drive commerce within......

Microsoft and OpenAI have entered a transformative phase in their long-standing partnership, signing a landmark $135 billion agreement that redefines their collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI). This deal, one of the most significant in the tech industry, aims to advance AI responsibly while......

American and German researchers are advancing battery technology with groundbreaking developments in high-energy-density solutions, including solid-state and lithium-sulfur batteries, which promise to significantly extend the range of electric vehicles (EVs). These innovations could double or even triple......

Figma has announced its acquisition of the Israeli AI-powered design startup Weavy for an estimated $150 to $200 million, marking a significant milestone since the design platform’s IPO in July. Based in Tel Aviv, Weavy will operate under the new brand Figma Weave, integrating its 20 employees......

China has launched its first national automotive chip testing platform in Shenzhen, a strategic move to bolster self-reliance in semiconductors amid a global chip shortage fueled by tensions with Nexperia. The facility, jointly developed by state-owned China Reform Holdings and the China Automotive Technology......

Micron Technology's stock jumped in pre-market trading on Wednesday, October 29, following optimistic projections from its competitor SK Hynix regarding a sustained "supercycle" in memory chips driven by rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI). The South Korean memory chipmaker’s......

Researchers at Duke University have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered microscopy system capable of analyzing two-dimensional (2D) materials with precision comparable to that of highly trained human experts. This breakthrough, named ATOMIC (Autonomous Technology for Optical Microscopy......

A sophisticated cybercrime campaign originating in Morocco has been targeting global retail and consumer services companies, stealing and monetizing gift cards on a large scale. Dubbed “Jingle Thief,” this operation has been active since 2021, leveraging cloud-based infrastructure to execute......