Musk’s xAI Set to Complete Funding Round, Valuation Could Top $24 Billion
May 24, 2024 – According to sources familiar with the matter, as quoted by Bloomberg, Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is on track to complete a funding round in June, potentially pushing its valuation to over $24 billion. Initially, the company had aimed to secure around $6 billion in funding earlier this month. However,…
U.S. Judge Temporarily Blocks Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard
June 14, 2023 – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) of the United States has sought a temporary restraining order from a federal court in California, requesting the judge to halt the acquisition of video game development company Activision Blizzard by Microsoft Corporation. The FTC alleges that this acquisition may potentially violate antitrust laws. In a…
Musk Confirms Tesla Autonomous Taxi Rollout by June-End: Fleet to Expand to Thousands if Trial Succeeds
May 21 2025 – Tesla CEO Elon Musk has confirmed, as reported by CNBC, that the company is set to deploy its autonomous taxis on the streets of Austin, Texas, by the end of June. However, the safety concerns surrounding Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system are currently under investigation by U.S. regulators. During an interview…
Apple Responds: Apple Intelligence National Version Not Officially Launched in Mainland China
March 31, 2026 – A buzz erupted on social media as numerous iPhone users in China reported receiving an unexpected push for the Apple Intelligence national beta version. Users shared that after upgrading their systems to iOS 26.4, they noticed a significant change in the settings. The familiar Siri had been replaced with “Apple Intelligence…
Samsung Galaxy S24 Series to Feature Enhanced AI Capabilities in Keyboard and Notes Apps
January 12, 2024 – Recent reports from reliable source @sondesix suggest that Samsung is set to integrate Galaxy AI capabilities into two of its key applications, Samsung Keyboard and Samsung Notes, in the upcoming Galaxy S24 series smartphones. This integration promises a more personalized and intelligent user experience. Here’s a breakdown of the Galaxy AI…
Germany Aims for Quantum Leap with €35M Investment in Mobile Quantum Computer by 2027
September 24, 2024 – The German Cybersecurity Innovation Agency has announced the signing of contracts with four companies, namely Quantum Brilliance, ParityQC, Oxford Ionics, and neQxt, in a joint effort to unveil the world’s first mobile quantum computer by 2027. With a bid value of €35 million, this marks the largest research grant awarded by…
Tesla Surpasses Mercedes & BMW, Claims Top Spot on South Korea’s Imported Car Sales Chart in May
June 9, 2025 – Tesla has firmly held its position among the top five imported car brands in the South Korean market since August last year. At one point, it even climbed to the third spot. However, it has consistently lagged behind the two German luxury automotive giants, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. According to data released…
Apple’s Bold Leap: Two Tech Carnivals a Year, Three New iPhones to Grace Spring Stage
April 9, 2026 – Apple’s annual September product launch event has long been hailed as the “Super Bowl of the tech world.” Traditionally, the unveiling of the latest iPhone models at this time has captured the attention of consumers and industry insiders worldwide. However, starting with the iPhone 18 series, Apple is set to make…
Apple’s “F1: Racing Frenzy” Soars Past $500M, Sets New Box – Office Record for the Company
July 29, 2025 – Apple’s original film “F1: Racing Frenzy” has made history by surpassing the $500 million mark at the global box office, marking a major achievement for the company and a significant milestone for its streaming service, Apple TV +. As of the last weekend of July, Comscore reported that the high –…
Microsoft’s Big Leap: MAI-Voice-1 Delivers Seconds-Level Audio, MAI-1-preview Targets Copilot Text
August 29, 2025 – On Thursday, Microsoft’s AI division made a significant splash by unveiling its first two in – house developed AI models: the MAI – Voice – 1 speech model and the MAI – 1 – preview general – purpose model. The new MAI – Voice – 1 speech model boasts impressive capabilities….