Technology
Morning Bid: Who needs oil when there's AI to buy?
Reuters reports investors are shifting capital from oil to AI stocks, prioritizing technology gains over traditional energy assets. This trend highlights a market pivot toward artificial intelligence as the primary growth driver.
Nvidia to work with US, European humanoid robot makers in addition to China's Unitree
Nvidia is expanding its humanoid robot partnerships to include US and European manufacturers alongside China’s Unitree.
Nvidia Is Taking On Intel and AMD With AI Chip for Computers
Nvidia is launching a new AI chip for PCs, directly challenging rivals Intel and AMD. This move aims to dominate the growing market for artificial intelligence in personal computers.
Japan's Nikkei tops 67,000 on AI boost; SoftBank becomes most valuable Japanese firm
Japan’s Nikkei index surpassed 67,000, fueled by AI investments, while SoftBank became the country's most valuable company.
Some workers at SK Hynix chip plant in South Korea exposed to gas leak, Yonhap says
SK Hynix workers in South Korea were exposed to a gas leak at its semiconductor facility, according to Yonhap.
Stocks steady at record highs as AI optimism trumps Iran tensions
Stocks hold record highs as AI enthusiasm outweighs Iran tensions.
South Korea export growth hits four-decade high on AI chip boom
South Korea’s exports hit a 40-year high, driven by an unprecedented boom in AI chip demand.
Nvidia launches new chip to bring AI directly to personal computers
Nvidia unveiled a new processor enabling direct AI integration on personal computers, bringing advanced on-device capabilities to users.
Erin Brockovich takes aim at data center secrecy
Erin Brockovich launched a map to expose data center secrecy, prioritizing transparency over specific environmental complaints. Her initiative targets undisclosed developments and non-disclosure agreements that exclude communities from the planning process.
This weekend’s two biggest movies were both directed by YouTubers
YouTube directors Kane Parsons and Curry Barker dominate the box office with horror hits “Backrooms” and “Obsession,” marking a historic shift for indie cinema.
Tech Now
"Tech Now" explores game-changing technology across sports, medicine, and art. This episode focuses on innovations transforming the World Cup.
'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s North Korean invasion setting sparks debate, with critics calling it controversial entertainment while some fans view it as symbolic.
Humanoid robots 'the future' of car making, says BMW
BMW will deploy Hexagon’s humanoid robots at its Leipzig plant, leveraging their human-like design to integrate into existing workflows without costly retooling.
California Attorney General sues 23andMe successor for 2023 data breach
California AG sues 23andMe’s successor for a 2023 breach compromising 7 million users’ genetic data, citing security failures and deceptive practices.
Valve hikes Steam Deck prices by more than 40%, blaming rising costs
Valve raised Steam Deck OLED prices by over 40% due to soaring component costs. This hike has disappointed fans and sparked concerns about the future of the upcoming Steam Machine.
King's College team wins access to cutting-edge Google quantum chip
King’s College London becomes the first UK academic group to access Google’s Willow quantum chip, aiming to solve complex biological and physical problems beyond supercomputers’ reach.
Meta repeatedly snubs EU body over Facebook and Instagram user bans
EU’s Appeals Centre Europe found Meta ignored inquiries in most of 4,600 ban cases, supplying evidence in fewer than 100 instances. This non-compliance frustrates users and highlights Meta’s routine disregard for EU dispute resolution requirements.
Google worker charged with using internal data to make $1.2m on bets
A Google engineer was arrested for allegedly using insider data to win $1.2 million on Polymarket. He faces insider trading charges after the FBI traced his crypto bets.
The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard
Ashoka Shivareddy revived his drought-stricken family farm in India by cultivating water-efficient custard apples. His scientific approach boosted yields to 25 tonnes, capitalizing on the fruit's high global demand despite shelf-life challenges.
Porn company fined ÂŁ600,000 by Ofcom over age check failings
Ofcom fined Youngtek Solutions £600,000 for failing to implement mandatory age verification on its adult sites, violating the UK’s Online Safety Act.