Demand from AI data centers is intensifying the ongoing global chip shortage, causing a rise in component prices and increasing costs for consumers on retail devices.
Recent data from TechCrunch and Hudson Labs reveals that major U.S. carmakers like GM and Ford are now discussing electric vehicles during investor calls at rates similar to those before the pandemic. This indicates a steady but less heightened focus on EVs compared to the surge in earlier pandemic period.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has indicated that users might be able to purchase enhanced computing power for Siri AI through Apple's existing iCloud+ subscription service, potentially introducing a paywall for power users seeking advanced functionality.
Snapchat has revised its recommendation algorithm for Spotlight to prioritize videos made by real individuals, effectively excluding content that is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. This move highlights Snapchat's intent to maintain authentic user engagement and discourage the spread of automated or AI-produced material on its platform.
A recent study conducted by Imperial College in the U.K. and Emlyon Business School in France has shed light on the prevalence of fraud among Silicon Valley startups backed by venture capital. The research explores how founders engage in fraudulent activities and examines the influence investors have in these practices.
Index Ventures has successfully raised $2 billion across three new funds, increasing its total investment capital to $3.5 billion after its recent payout from Wiz.
Google removed its new AI tool for creating manipulated imagery on Google Earth just a day after launching it, following widespread criticism that it could be used to spread false information.
India's app ecosystem is evolving, with users now spending real money on apps rather than just downloading them for free. In the second quarter, the market generated a record $345 million, signaling a shift toward monetization and greater user investment in digital services.
Zoox, the autonomous vehicle division owned by Amazon, has secured a temporary exemption from federal safety regulators. This approval allows Zoox to begin charging customers for rides in its specially designed robotaxis, marking a significant step forward in commercial autonomous transportation.
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has accused Hims & Hers, a company that provides prescriptions for sexual wellness and mental health, of using website trackers to share sensitive patient information with advertisers Meta and Snap.
