Facing the Specter of Mediocrity: ByteDance CEO Calls for Heightened Crisis Awareness
January 31, 2024 – In the annual all-hands meeting for 2024 at ByteDance, CEO Liang Rubo delivered a speech where he repeatedly emphasized the need for a “sense of crisis” and included “strengthening this sense of crisis” as one of the company’s yearly objectives. Liang candidly admitted that his greatest concern stems from the fear…
2024 Marks Historic High for Korean NEV Sales: Five Top Carmakers Report 11.1% Increase to 450,000 Units
January 6, 2025 – According to sales figures released today by the top five Korean automakers (Hyundai, Kia, GM Korea, Renault Korea, and KGM), new energy vehicle (NEV) sales in Korea reached a record high of 450,000 units last year, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.1%. NEVs include hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), battery electric vehicles…
Empowering Bing Chat: A Closer Look at the ‘nosearch’ Testing Phase
August 24, 2023 – In a recent development, Mikhail Parakhin, the head of Microsoft Advertising and Web Services, took to Twitter to unveil an intriguing update. A select group of Bing Chat users have been extended invitations to partake in the testing of an innovative feature known as “nosearch.” Accompanying his tweet was an illustrative…
Energizing America: Unleashing Billions to Propel Electric Vehicle Growth
**November 20, 2023 – Powering America’s Electric Vehicle Revolution** In a strategic move to catalyze the domestic electric vehicle (EV) industry, the United States has witnessed an infusion of billions of dollars through two groundbreaking legislations: the “2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)” and the “Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.” This financial boost aims to stimulate localized battery…
Microsoft Alerts Windows 10 Users of Upcoming End of Support with Unexpected Pop-up
April 12, 2024 – Recently, a foreign netizen posted on Reddit about a surprise pop-up they encountered after updating their Windows 10 computer with the latest patches. The full-screen reminder read, “Embark on a new journey with Windows.” In the pop-up message, Microsoft first expressed gratitude to the user for their “loyalty” and then proceeded…
Supply Chain Sources Suggest Apple’s Upcoming Telephoto Lens Upgrade for iPhone 16 Pro/Max
October 31, 2023 – Apple is actively engaging with multiple suppliers, according to the latest information obtained through the supply chain channels, as it plans to upgrade the telephoto lens for the forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro model set to be released next year. Supply chain sources have revealed that Apple is intending to employ a…
Twitch Live Streaming App to be Removed from Nintendo Switch Platform
November 01, 2023 – Twitch App to Bid Farewell on Nintendo Switch Twitch, the streaming giant, has announced a major development regarding its presence on the Nintendo Switch platform. Starting from November 6, the Twitch application will no longer be available for download on the Nintendo Switch, and existing users will lose access to the…
Huawei and du Launch Middle East’s First Indoor 5G-A Network, Achieving 5.1 Gb/s Speed”
September 23, 2024 – Huawei, in partnership with UAE-based operator du, has recently accomplished a notable feat in the Middle East region. Utilizing the LampSite X digital solution, they have successfully deployed the area’s first indoor network based on Three-Component Carrier (3CC) technology. This network stands out with a peak speed of 5.1 Gb/s, marking…
Porsche SE Clarifies – No Plans for Volkswagen Equity Divestiture
March 17, 2025 – Porsche SE, the holding company of the prestigious automaker, is rumored to be contemplating the sale of a portion of its stake in Volkswagen (VW), according to a report by German newspaper Bild on March 16. The potential move aims to unlock funds for alternative investments. However, Porsche SE issued a…
Apple Faces Tougher Scrutiny in Germany as Court Dismisses Appeal
March 19, 2025 – Apple Inc. suffered a setback this Tuesday as the German Federal Supreme Court dismissed its appeal against the country’s antitrust authority, paving the way for tighter regulatory scrutiny of the tech giant in Germany. The ruling upholds the decision by the German Cartel Office in 2023, which designated Apple as a…