Meta in Talks to Recruit GitHub’s Ex-CEO Nat Friedman for AI Team
June 21, 2025 – Sources familiar with the matter revealed to The Information yesterday that Meta is currently in talks with Nat Friedman, the former CEO of GitHub, aiming to bring him on board its AI division. In addition to Friedman, the social media behemoth has also engaged in discussions with Daniel Gross, Friedman’s partner…
Apple Mulls Over Purple or Green: New Hues in the Pipeline for iPhone 17 Base Model
June 21, 2025 – Tech outlet majinbuofficial dropped a post yesterday (June 20) revealing that Apple is currently testing two new color options for the standard iPhone 17 model behind closed doors. Sources indicate that the company is deliberating between a vibrant green and a sleek purple shade, though only one is expected to make…
Stellantis Board Split Over Potential Maserati Sale: A Luxury Dilemma
June 21, 2025 – Stellantis, the world’s fourth – largest automaker, is reportedly weighing the option of selling its luxury brand Maserati amid operational challenges, according to a recent Reuters report. Sources familiar with the matter said that discussions about Maserati’s future had already started before the appointment of the new CEO, Antonio Filosa, last…
Tesla’s Robotaxi Set to Launch Early Testing in U.S. This Week with Autonomous Model Y on the Road
June 21, 2025 – A recent post by tech media outlet notebookcheck disclosed that Tesla has extended invitations to guests for a major event scheduled to take place in Austin on June 22. At this event, the electric vehicle giant is set to unveil the launch of its highly anticipated Robotaxi ride-sharing platform. According to…
EV Batteries Boast 20-Year Lifespan, Surpassing U.S. Average Vehicle Age
June 21, 2025 – A recent investigation conducted by Geotab, a prominent British telematics firm, reveals that the majority of electric vehicle (EV) batteries exhibit minimal annual degradation, allowing them to last up to 20 years. This lifespan exceeds the average U.S. vehicle lifespan by six years, as per the findings. Over a two-decade period,…
Microsoft-OpenAI Talks in Limbo: Partnership Faces Uncertain Future Amid Stalled Negotiations
June 20, 2025 – Microsoft is reportedly on the verge of walking away from critical negotiations over its future partnership with OpenAI, as sources familiar with the matter revealed today. The tech giant could halt further discussions if the two companies fail to resolve key disagreements, particularly over Microsoft’s future equity stake in OpenAI, according…
EU Users Blocked from iPhone Mirroring on macOS Tahoe Due to Regulatory Limbo, Apple Says
June 20, 2025 – Almost a year after its initial launch, Apple’s iPhone Mirroring feature remains unavailable in the European Union, including in the latest iteration of macOS Tahoe unveiled this year. During the 2025 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) last week, the tech giant confirmed to French tech outlet Numerama that regulatory ambiguities in the…
TDK Expands AI Ecosystem with Acquisition of Smart Glasses Innovator SoftEye
June 20, 2025 – TDK Corporation, a leading Japanese electronics company, announced today its acquisition of SoftEye, a U.S.-based developer of advanced smart glasses hardware and software solutions. The move is part of TDK’s broader strategy to expand its presence in the AI ecosystem. SoftEye specializes in creating customized chips, cameras, software, and algorithms tailored…
Mercedes-Benz CEO Källenius Extends ICE Vehicle Lifespan Amid EV Transition
June 20, 2025 – Just days after Audi revealed its decision to extend the production timeline for gasoline-powered vehicles, its longtime rival Mercedes-Benz has followed suit with a similar stance. Ola Källenius, the Chairman and CEO of Mercedes-Benz, openly admitted that the company is “realigning its strategy” and has chosen to keep internal combustion engine…
ChatGPT’s Gray-Scale Test Unveils Gmail/Calendar Synergy: AI to Analyze Emails, Auto-Generate Schedules
June 20, 2025 – A recent post by Tibor on X has unveiled that OpenAI is quietly conducting gray-scale testing for a deeper integration of ChatGPT with Google’s Gmail and Calendar services. This enhanced functionality would allow the AI to analyze incoming emails, automatically generate tailored responses, and even compile outlines or to-do lists based…