Trump Signs Proclamation Imposing $100,000 Annual H-1B Visa Fee on Tech Industry U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on September 19, imposing a $100,000 annual fee on H-1B visas for the tech industry. This move has sparked mixed reactions within the business community, with some applauding the measure as a way to prioritize American […]
Character.AI and Google face suits over child safety claims
Character.AI and Google Face Suits Over Child Safety Claims In a world where technology plays an increasingly prominent role in our daily lives, concerns over the impact on vulnerable populations, especially children, have come to the forefront. Recently, parents have taken a stand against two tech giants, Character.AI and Google, seeking accountability for the alleged […]
US judge rejects Meta’s bid to overturn verdict in reproductive data case
US Judge Upholds Jury Verdict Against Meta for Illegally Intercepting Reproductive Health Data In a recent legal battle that has captivated the tech world, a federal judge has made a significant ruling against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. The judge upheld a jury verdict that found Meta guilty of illegally intercepting reproductive […]
NVIDIA backs Intel with $5B stake, unveils plan for AI servers and RTX-powered PCs
NVIDIA Backs Intel with $5B Stake, Unveils Plan for AI Servers and RTX-Powered PCs In a move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, NVIDIA recently announced its decision to invest a staggering $5 billion in Intel. This move not only cements a strategic partnership between two tech giants but also positions NVIDIA as […]
Alphabet hits US$3 trillion valuation on AI optimism
Alphabet Hits US$3 Trillion Valuation on AI Optimism Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has recently reached a significant milestone in the world of tech giants. With a market capitalization surpassing US$3 trillion, Alphabet has solidified its position as one of the most valuable companies globally. This remarkable achievement comes on the heels of a […]
China’s market watchdog finds Nvidia violated antitrust law
China’s Market Watchdog Finds Nvidia Violated Antitrust Law China’s market watchdog has made a significant move by announcing that Nvidia, the American technology giant, has violated antitrust laws. The watchdog’s preliminary findings reveal that Nvidia breached antitrust conditions linked to its acquisition of Mellanox Technologies in 2020. This development has far-reaching implications not only for […]
xAI cuts 500 jobs as focus turns to specialist AI tutors
xAI Cuts 500 Jobs as Focus Turns to Specialist AI Tutors In a surprising move that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, xAI has recently announced significant layoffs affecting 500 employees. This decision comes as the company shifts its focus towards specialized AI tutors, marking a strategic pivot in its business model. While such […]
Report: Amazon Developing Consumer AR Glasses to Rival Meta
Report: Amazon Developing Consumer AR Glasses to Rival Meta Amazon is once again making waves in the tech industry with reports surfacing about its development of augmented reality (AR) glasses for consumers. According to a recent article by The Information, the e-commerce giant is set to enter the world of AR wearables, directly competing with […]
EU hits Google with $3.45B fine over adtech abuse; Trump threatens trade action
EU Slaps Google with $3.45B Fine Over Adtech Abuse; Trump Threatens Trade Action Alphabet’s Google was hit with a €2.95 billion ($3.45 billion) European Union antitrust fine Friday, marking one of the largest penalties ever imposed on a tech company. The EU’s executive arm, the European Commission, found that Google abused its market dominance in […]
Key AI researchers depart Apple for rivals Meta and OpenAI
Key AI Researchers Depart Apple for Rivals Meta and OpenAI In a surprising turn of events, approximately 10 key artificial intelligence researchers have recently departed from tech giant Apple to join rivals Meta and OpenAI. This mass exodus has sparked concerns within the industry about Apple’s strategic direction, particularly regarding its reliance on external AI […]