Amazon, a company that revolutionized online retail starting with books, is now expanding its vast e-commerce empire into the automotive sector. Announced at the 2023 LA Auto Show, Amazon has partnered with Hyundai to start selling cars online, marking a significant shift in the car buying experience. Slated to...
In an ever-evolving digital landscape, collaboration has become a buzzword, synonymous with efficiency and innovation. This is where Velt, a Y Combinator-backed startup, steps in with its visionary mission. Velt aims to revolutionize the way we interact with apps by injecting collaborative features into virtually any digital platform.
Velt: The...
In recent discourse, there's been a proposition floating around: should AI outputs rhyme? While it sounds whimsical, it serves as a talking point in a broader conversation about preserving humanity in AI. Devin’s piece delves into this and proposes a set of rules for AI, each aimed at addressing...
Toyota, a brand often associated with pioneering automotive technology, is now venturing into an exciting new domain: the world of robotics and artificial intelligence (AI). Their latest project focuses on teaching robots to perform household chores, representing a significant advancement in the integration of machine learning with practical robotics....
In the vast and ever-evolving tech landscape, Apple has stood out as a beacon of innovation, continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Yet, for all its groundbreaking successes, the journey has been peppered with ambitious projects that didn't quite make it to the finish line. Most recently, Apple...
When Apple introduced its Apple Intelligence feature at the WWDC event in June, many analysts were optimistic that it would push the iPhone 16 into a new "supercycle." Much like the addition of 5G a few years ago, Apple Intelligence was seen as the feature that could persuade hesitant...
When it comes to Australian and New Zealand startups making waves in Europe, only a select few can boast of such accomplishments. Think Atlassian, Canva, and Xero. With their combined worth soaring into the billions, they epitomize the "go big or head back Down Under" mantra.
Enter Ben Thompson, the...
In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, Mozilla, the architect of the renowned Firefox browser, is charting a fresh path. They're venturing beyond the confines of traditional social networks into the realm of decentralized platforms, often termed the "fediverse." Their bet on this emerging ecosystem is more than just...
In an era where digital security is paramount, Proton, a Swiss company at the forefront of privacy-focused technology, has recently expanded its encrypted cloud storage service, Proton Drive, to Mac users. This addition marks a significant step in Proton's product diversification, coming just four months after its successful launch...
Adobe has just unveiled Spectrum 2, the latest iteration of their renowned design system, marking a significant leap in the evolution of their app and web interfaces. Spectrum, Adobe's foundational design framework for the past decade, has undergone a transformation with Spectrum 2, introducing a more vibrant and user-friendly...
GitHub recently unveiled Copilot Chat, a programming-oriented chatbot akin to ChatGPT, initially introduced for organizations subscribed to Copilot for Business. Following a beta phase for individual Copilot customers paying $10 per month, GitHub has now launched Chat for general availability to all users.
Copilot Chat is seamlessly integrated into Microsoft's...
In a remarkable stride forward, Murena, the French startup renowned for its "de-Googled" smartphones, is now diving into the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) arena. This move is part of Murena's continued effort to cater to privacy-conscious consumers, offering an own-brand mobile network exclusively in the U.S.
Murena Mobile, the...
As demand for generative AI continues to surge, the race to secure adequate and affordable GPU resources is intensifying. This burgeoning interest has cast a spotlight on alternative cloud providers like CoreWeave, who are stepping up as viable contenders against traditional giants in the cloud computing arena.
CoreWeave, originally a...
YouTube is making changes to how mid-roll ads are displayed, aiming to enhance the viewing experience while helping creators maintain or even increase their revenue. Starting May 12, the platform will reduce the number of ads that interrupt videos at awkward moments, such as mid-sentence or during intense scenes....
Discover the exciting news about Fisker's $29,900 Pear EV! Foxconn is confirmed as the manufacturer, giving hope for an affordable electric vehicle. With reduced parts count and in-house supercomputers, Fisker aims to achieve their goal. Explore the unique features and manufacturing timeline. Get ready for the Pear EV's debut at IAA Mobility 2023!
Discover the shutdown of consumer payments startup Braid after 4 years of operation. Founder Amanda Peyton reflects on the challenges faced and emphasizes the importance of sharing her story. Despite the closure, Peyton remains optimistic about future opportunities in the fintech industry.
