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Major US Banks Unite on Tokenization Network to Counter Crypto Threat
A consortium of leading US banks is launching a tokenization network to compete with crypto and stablecoin startups, marking a strategic shift in digital finance.
From YouTube to Theaters: How Online Creators Are Reshaping Hollywood
A new wave of digital creators is transitioning from online platforms to mainstream cinema, challenging traditional Hollywood production models.
US Tech Layoffs Hit Two-Year High as AI Drives 38,000 Job Cuts in May
Nearly 40,000 tech workers lost jobs in May, the highest monthly total in two years. Artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for the layoffs.
Leak on Space Station Forces Astronauts to Take Shelter During Repair
A brief shelter-in-place order on the ISS after a leak during repairs was resolved safely. The crew resumed work, highlighting strong safety protocols.
Undersea Cables: The Fragile Backbone of Global Internet Connectivity
Nearly all intercontinental internet traffic travels through fragile undersea cables vulnerable to damage from ships anchors natural disasters.
Nvidia Charts a Single Computing Path for Autonomous Devices
Jensen Huang says every edge device will become autonomous. Nvidia promotes one computing pattern from cloud to robotics.
Apple’s AI Strategy Takes Shape: Gradual Rollout and New Leadership
Since WWDC 2024, Apple has quietly built its AI ecosystem with Apple Intelligence, Siri upgrades and a reshuffled team. The slow but deliberate pace signals a long-term bet on privacy and integration.
Microsoft Finally Lets Windows 11 Users Customize the Right-Click Menu
Microsoft is testing a new feature that allows Windows 11 users to configure the right-click context menu, addressing a long-standing complaint about the operating system.
The End of the Keyword: Google Overhauls Its Search Box for the AI Age
Google replaced its classic 25-year-old search box with an AI-powered interface that accepts text, images and videos. The redesign merges AI Overviews and AI Mode into one seamless experience. One billion users already use AI Mode, signaling a shift from keyword search to conversational AI.
Meta Expands AI Agents to WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger for Business Automation
Meta is rolling out AI agents for businesses on its messaging apps. The bots can handle customer service, sales and support tasks, aiming to automate key operations.
Uber Deploys 500 Sensor-Laden Vehicles to Fuel Autonomous Driving Push
Uber is putting 500 modified Hyundai Ioniq 5s on the road this year to collect sensor data for its new AV Labs division, reviving its autonomous driving ambitions.
Substack Introduces Reply Rules to Give Writers More Control Over Comments
Substack's Reply Rules let writers control who can reply to comments, reducing spam and harassment.
Google Tests Website Opt-Out for AI Search Results
Google is testing a new control for websites to opt out of AI-generated search features. The move gives publishers more say over how their content appears in AI Overviews and AI Mode.
Amazon Search Generates AI Images to Describe Hard-to-Name Products
Amazon's search bar now generates AI images based on text descriptions, helping find real products when you can't remember style names. The feature covers clothing and home goods.
Hyperscalers Face Pressure to Curb Data Center Water Consumption
Google and Microsoft face growing pressure to reduce water consumption in data centers as AI expansion increases demand.
Why Some Users Want Search Engines to Stop Thinking for Them
AI summaries in search results frustrate users who prefer traditional link lists. Critics argue search engines should retrieve information, not interpret it.
Microsoft tests user removal of AI models in Windows 11 Insider build
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 build that lets users uninstall AI models. The experimental build 26300.8553 also adds Start menu and search changes.
Ex-Tesla staff reveal FSD system still struggles with basic driving tasks
Former Tesla data labelers say Full Self-Driving frequently fails in real-world tests, contradicting Elon Musk's claims. Workers in Utah reviewed footage showing the system making routine errors.
X Limits Unpaid Users to 50 Posts Per Day
X now restricts unverified accounts to 50 posts and 200 replies daily. The change pressures users toward paid subscriptions as alternatives like Bluesky gain traction.