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Seattle Times, Newsday sue OpenAI, Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement
Seattle Times and Newsday sue OpenAI and Microsoft over alleged copyright infringement of their journalism.
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Tetris says it didn’t give White House permission for ‘Build the Wall’ game
Tetris says it did not give permission for White House to use its game imagery for controversial online arcade game.
engadget.com
How to see what's taking up space on your Windows PC
Learn how to manage space on your Windows PC with built-in tools and third-party apps.
scmp.com
Talk is growing of a Tesla-SpaceX merger. Will geopolitics throw a spanner in the works?
Discussions are increasing about a potential merger between Tesla and SpaceX, but geopolitical tensions between the US and China pose significant challenges. Elon Musk's reliance on China for Tesla's manufacturing while SpaceX serves as a US national security contractor c…
technologyreview.com
Architecting memory and storage in the AI era
The rise of AI inference and agentic AI demands a fundamental rearchitecture of memory and storage systems, moving beyond traditional compute-centric approaches to integrated, efficient infrastructure.
jeuneafrique.com
Amini AI, the Startup at the Forefront of African Digital Sovereignty
Amini AI, a Kenyan startup founded by Kate Kallot in 2022, provides modular data centers for local, sovereign databases, addressing Africa's digital infrastructure needs. The company successfully raised $6 million within a year and has achieved 230% growth.
theverge.com
Microsoft says virtually nobody was grabbing NYT articles through its chatbot
Microsoft claims its Copilot AI rarely reproduces substantial portions of copyrighted material, citing legal filings in its defense against publisher lawsuits.
techcrunch.com
Apple’s Ternus era begins as Nvidia bets on the whole AI stack
John Ternus has taken over as Apple CEO from Tim Cook, signaling a new era for the tech giant, while Nvidia continues to expand its influence across the entire AI technology stack.
scmp.com
AI economics: rise of machines’ token use could work to advantage of Chinese models
Autonomous AI agents now consume significantly more data tokens than human users, leading to a surge in processing costs. This shift in AI economics is giving lower-priced Chinese AI models a competitive advantage in the global market.
github.com
Jujutsu Reimagines Version Control with Git Compatibility and Enhanced Workflow
Jujutsu (jj) is a new version control system designed for ease of use and power, offering Git compatibility with innovative features.
bbc.co.uk
Xbox to limit cloud gaming to 15 hours a month for Game Pass users
Xbox is imposing monthly time limits on cloud gaming for Game Pass subscribers, citing rising costs, with premium users capped at 15 hours.
wired.com
AI Use in the Job Market Is Creating an Infinite Doom Loop
The job market is caught in an "AI doom loop" where both job seekers and employers use AI tools, like applicant tracking systems and résumé optimizers, often worsening hiring inefficiencies and eroding trust.
theverge.com
This NAS company wants to run your local smart home
Ugreen has launched HomeAgent, a smart home platform featuring a hub that combines local storage, on-device AI, and a voice assistant named Uliya. It aims to keep data private and avoid subscription fees by processing everything locally.
technode.com
Better Models Aren’t Enough: China’s AI Race Turns to Cost, Products and Paying Users
China's AI race is shifting from model capability to cost-effectiveness and user value. Companies are optimizing AI usage for better ROI, favoring cheaper, open-source models. The challenge remains translating AI efficiencies into sustainable business revenue amidst user …
theverge.com
Lexar’s Muse is an ultra-slim portable SSD that’s less than 4mm thick
Lexar has unveiled the Muse, an ultra-slim portable SSD measuring less than 4mm thick, offering 512GB or 1TB capacities with fast read/write speeds.
engadget.com
Tesla Starts Offering Cybercab Robotaxi Rides
Tesla has launched its Cybercab robotaxi service, initially available in Austin, Texas, via its app. Customers can hail autonomous rides, though Cybercab selection is not yet an option.
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Broadcom's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chip Sales Surged 221% to $16.7 Billion Last Quarter: Is the Stock a Screaming Buy Right Now?
Broadcom reported a 221% surge in AI semiconductor revenue to $16.7 billion in its latest fiscal quarter, yet the stock saw a post-earnings sell-off, which the author views as an attractive entry point.
chinanews.com.cn
China's Satellite Navigation and Positioning Base Station Network Expands to 7,569 Sites
China's satellite navigation and positioning base station network, known as 'One Network,' has expanded to 7,569 sites. This expansion is part of an initiative to operationalize public data resources and transform them into data assets.
technode.com
Xiaomi’s SU7 Ultra test car points to a more performance-focused model
A camouflaged Xiaomi SU7 Ultra test car has been spotted in China, featuring a larger rear wing and aggressive aerodynamic design, suggesting a potential high-performance, limited-edition model.
technode.com
ChangXin Memory’s STAR Market IPO enters the inquiry stage
Chinese memory-chip maker ChangXin Memory's initial public offering (IPO) on Shanghai's STAR Market has advanced to the "inquiry" stage, marking a significant procedural milestone in its journey toward public listing.
indianexpress.com
US settlement with Meta is a start. India must protect itself
Meta agrees to $17.1 billion settlement over child harm claims in US. India needs legal action to protect its 350 million young users.
techcrunch.com
Crusoe reportedly raises $3B at a $30B valuation
Crusoe, an AI infrastructure and cloud provider, has reportedly raised $3 billion at a $30 billion valuation, co-led by Atreides Management and Valor Equity Partners. This significant funding round follows a $1.38 billion raise just ten months prior.
wired.com
Nobody Is Saying Why OpenAI and Anthropic Had Outages Today
Major AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic experienced rare, simultaneous outages on Thursday morning, affecting their popular chatbots, while xAI's Grok also went down. Despite the coincidence, neither OpenAI nor Anthropic attributed their issues to a shared third-party pro…
9to5google.com
Gemini Spark to Introduce New Google Photos Control Features
Gemini Spark, a personal agent from Gemini, is adding new features to Google Photos, including automated editing, sharing, and album creation.
engadget.com
Apple Vision Pro Used in Successful Hip Surgery
Apple's Vision Pro headset was used in a successful hip surgery at Duke Health, marking the first real-world use of Stryker's SportSuite Vision software.
9to5mac.com
Apple Vision Pro used in first-of-its-kind surgery
Apple's Vision Pro was used in a hip arthroscopy surgery, marking the first time the device was used in this way. Stryker and Pfizer also showcased their uses of Vision Pro in healthcare.
9to5mac.com
Brydge announces color-matched keyboards for the entry-level iPad
Brydge, an Apple accessory company, has launched color-matched keyboards for the entry-level iPad, matching the iPad's four colors: silver, blue, pink, and yellow.
9to5google.com
Xiaomi 18 Fold officially revealed with wide design like Galaxy Z Fold 8, launches next week
Xiaomi 18 Fold officially unveiled at IFA 2026 with a wide design similar to Galaxy Z Fold 8, set to launch in China next week.
theguardian.com
Nvidia to Buy Developer Platform Hugging Face in $12.9bn Deal
Nvidia to buy Hugging Face for $12.9bn, giving it access to AI developer tools.
scmp.com
Moonshot AI – creator of Kimi K3 model – has filed for Hong Kong IPO: sources
Chinese AI start-up Moonshot AI, developer of the Kimi K3 model, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in Hong Kong to fund its rapid expansion. The company aims to list as early as the first quarter of 2027, subject to regulatory approvals and market co…