Google to reveal AI improvements at the I/O conference due to search difficulties
Google Developer Conference Highlights AI Focus MOUNTAIN VIEW, California – Alphabet’s Google is gearing up for its annual developer conference, scheduled for Tuesday. The event is expected to spotlight the company’s significant investments in artificial intelligence, partly aimed at addressing concerns about its business trajectory. This year’s I/O conference adopts a more urgent tone, primarily […]
Apple restricts access to the video game Fortnite in the US and EU, according to Epic Games.
May 16, 2025 – 4:35 AM PDT STOCKHOLM – Apple has blocked access to the “Fortnite” video game on its iPhones in the U.S. and through the game maker Epic Games’ own store within the European Union, according to a statement from Epic Games on Friday. Epic indicated that Fortnite will be unavailable globally on […]
US and UAE complete agreement on technology framework, according to reports
DUBAI – On May 15, 2025, the United States and the United Arab Emirates are set to finalize a technology framework agreement, which is expected to be signed later today as President Donald Trump concludes his three-nation tour of the Gulf region, according to a knowledgeable source. The agreement involves mutual commitments regarding technology security, […]
Warner Bros Discovery brings back HBO Max branding for worldwide expansion
Warner Bros Discovery is reversing its earlier decision about the Max streaming platform’s branding, reinstating the HBO name that was omitted two years ago. This summer, the company will rebrand its streaming service as HBO Max, hoping that the recognition of the HBO name will boost subscriber numbers while it expands internationally. The return to […]
Microsoft plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 3% as part of company-wide layoffs.
Microsoft announced on Tuesday that it will be laying off about 6,000 employees, which is less than 3% of its total workforce. This decision comes as the tech giant works to cut costs while investing heavily in artificial intelligence. The layoffs will affect employees at various levels and locations and are the most significant since […]
Apple unveils new accessibility tools featuring a braille note taker
May 13, 2025 – 6:34 AM PDT (Reuters) – Apple has announced plans to roll out several new features later this year aimed at enhancing accessibility for its devices. This includes a braille note-taking feature and improved zoom capabilities for its mixed-reality headset, Vision Pro. For individuals who are blind or visually impaired, Apple is […]
Apple is thinking about increasing iPhone prices, according to reports.
Apple is considering raising prices for its new iPhone lineup this fall, although it aims to keep any increases separate from the U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. The company’s stock rose by 7% in premarket trading, aligning with broader market gains, following a temporary agreement between […]
Nvidia adjusts H20 chip for China to navigate US export restrictions, sources indicate
BEIJING (Reuters) – Nvidia is set to launch a modified version of its H20 artificial intelligence chip for the Chinese market within the next two months. This move comes after the U.S. imposed export restrictions on the original model, according to three sources familiar with the situation. The American chipmaker has informed major clients in […]
Apple’s intention to introduce AI search features on Safari challenges Google’s dominance
May 7, 2025 – 10:06 PM PDT (Reuters) – Apple’s intention to introduce AI-driven search capabilities in its Safari browser poses a significant challenge for Google, whose advertising revenue heavily depends on iPhone users utilizing its search engine. This development negatively impacted shares of Google-parent Alphabet, which dropped 7.3%, equating to a loss of around […]
Disney’s profits rise due to strong streaming and US park earnings.
LOS ANGELES – Walt Disney’s quarterly earnings have surprisingly exceeded expectations, shining amidst a backdrop of global economic uncertainties and tariff concerns. The boost largely comes from an unexpected surge in its Disney+ streaming platform, alongside robust performance from its theme parks, suggesting that consumers remain resilient even in tough times. “I feel encouraged by […]