As the holiday season approaches, it’s only fitting to reflect on the consumer technology standard that has made a significant impact on our gadgets throughout the year. Without a doubt, the favorite standard of 2023 has been USB-C. This versatile and powerful connection port has revolutionized the way we charge and connect our devices. From
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Apple is reportedly engaged in discussions with major news publishers for licensing their news archives, with the aim of using this data to train its generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The New York Times (NYT) has revealed that these negotiations involve potential multiyear deals, worth at least $50 million, with publishers such as Condé Nast,
In recent years, Twitter has undergone significant changes that have ultimately led to its downfall. From its humble beginnings as a social media platform that revolutionized communication and news-sharing, it has now become a shell of its former self. This article will critically analyze the rise and fall of Twitter, exploring the reasons behind its
The European Union (EU) has officially designated popular pornographic websites Pornhub, XVideos, and Stripchat as “Very Large Online Platforms” (VLOPs) under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This designation subjects these platforms to stricter requirements, including age verification for their users. The EU aims to tackle illegal content dissemination and hold these platforms accountable for their
Blue Origin, the space tourism company owned by Jeff Bezos, celebrated a major success with its 24th mission. The New Shepard rocket successfully launched from West Texas on Tuesday morning, showcasing impressive capabilities in space travel. The highlight of the mission was the safe separation of the booster and crew capsule mid-flight. Both components made
Nikola, the once-promising electric truck company, recently faced a major blow as its founder and former CEO, Trevor Milton, was sentenced to four years in prison. Milton was found guilty of misleading investors about the company’s technology and capabilities. In addition to the prison sentence, he was also ordered to pay a $1 million fine.
Peloton, the leading fitness technology company, has recently made an exciting announcement that is set to revolutionize the way people workout. In a bold move, Peloton is opening up its app to third-party treadmills, allowing users to record and display metrics during running, walking, or Tread Bootcamp classes. This groundbreaking development is expected to enhance
The extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) has stirred up a wave of controversy in recent weeks. Congress has passed the $886 billion National Defence Authorization Act, which includes the reauthorization of FISA, extending it until April 2024. This decision was made without a vote or debate, much to the
The tech deals market has been relatively quiet lately, but there is one deal that stands out among the rest. Opal’s Tadpole webcam for laptops is currently receiving its first discount to date at the Moment store. With the coupon code HOLIDAY20 at checkout, you can pick it up for $140 ($35 off). What sets
Signify, the parent company of popular smart lighting brands Philips Hue and WiZ, recently announced a significant restructuring initiative in response to market volatility and uncertainty. This move comes as the company aims to focus more on developing products for consumers and businesses, while reducing its efforts in manufacturing for other brands and specialty lighting