OpenAI Nearly Doubles Valuation to $157 Billion in Funding Round
October 3, 2024
The startup behind ChatGPT raised $6.6 billion from backers including Microsoft, SoftBank and Thrive Capital.
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Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk
October 3, 2024
Find insight on BCE, STV Group, box-office results in China, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Tech, Media & Telecom sector.
What Is AI Best at Now? Improving Products You Already Own
September 14, 2024
Apple and Google are showing how AI is really a feature in other products at this stage
Waymo to Offer Self-Driving Cars Only on Uber in Austin and Atlanta
September 13, 2024
The latest partnership between the companies comes as self-driving cars are gaining traction.
United Arab Emirates Fund in Talks to Invest in OpenAI
September 13, 2024
The ChatGPT creator has told potential backers its annualized revenue recently reached $4 billion.
Microsoft Lays Off 650 Videogame Workers
September 12, 2024
The terminations mark the latest round of job cuts for game employees since the software giant’s purchase of Activision Blizzard.
The AI Spending Spree, in Charts
September 11, 2024
Tech giants and investors are shoveling cash into artificial intelligence amid questions about whether it will pay off.
Amazon to Invest $10.5 Billion in U.K. for Cloud, AI Infrastructure
September 11, 2024
Amazon plans to spend about $10.5 billion over the next five years in cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure in the U.K., amid a boom in demand for artificial-intelligence computing.
Jack Ma Urges Alibaba to Trust in Market Forces, Innovation
September 11, 2024
Alibaba Group co-founder Jack Ma said competition will make the company stronger and the e-commerce giant needs to trust in the power of market forces and innovation.
Apple’s Challenge in China Rises With New Rival Phones and AI Delay
September 10, 2024
The company is at a disadvantage against phone makers offering artificial-intelligence services in China, where sales of iPhones have declined for four consecutive quarters.
Oracle’s Missteps in Cloud Computing Are Paying Dividends in AI
September 10, 2024
The long-stagnant stock is up 34% thanks to the company’s neutral status in the booming market for AI computing power.
AirPods Pro Will Soon Be Hearing Aids
September 10, 2024
With four options to choose from—and a huge software update coming to the flagship model—it’s trickier than just picking good, better or best.
iPhone 16 First Look: While We Wait for Apple Intelligence, Check Out These Buttons
September 10, 2024
Our columnist tried out all four new iPhone models. She understands why the AI software is still in beta—but the battery life and new controls are also worth the look.
The College Dropout Who Invested Billions to Cozy Up With Elon Musk
September 10, 2024
Venture capitalist John Hering bet his career, time and money on Musk enterprises, seeking a favored seat beside the world’s richest man.
How the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Compare With Last Year’s iPhone 15
September 10, 2024
The new lineup features better cameras, bigger screens and a new button. But the generative-AI Apple Intelligence will show off the devices’ biggest advances.
Apple Watch Series 10 Gets Bigger Screen, Thinner Body—and a Sleep Apnea Detector
September 10, 2024
Apple celebrates the 10-year anniversary with a familiar yet streamlined redesign.
Google Faces Blockbuster Antitrust Case—Again
September 10, 2024
A federal judge heard opening statements in a case alleging Google has an unlawful grip on the market for software used to buy and sell digital ads.
Real estate industry problems are solvable through communication and technology, expert says
September 9, 2024
In the rapidly evolving real estate landscape, innovation and customer-centricity have become essential for market leaders. At delaware Philippines’ recent Industry Brunch and Learn event titled “Transforming Real Estate: Utilizing SAP S/4H...
PLDT expands commitment to excellence and resilience, achieves additional ISO certifications
September 9, 2024
The Philippines’ leading integrated telco network PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have added new citations to their roster of ISO certifications, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to excellence acro...
Essential internet safety tips for a secured online experience for students
September 9, 2024
Fortinet shares best practices for cyber hygiene to protect the younger generation from cybercriminals The internet has become a valuable tool for students to conduct school research, communicate with teachers, friends, and family, stay active on socia...
TCL announces brand-new product lineup designed to inspire greatness at IFA 2024
September 9, 2024
TCL Electronics, a leading consumer electronics brand and the world’s top two TV brand, has announced that it will bring a brand-new product lineup and one of its most comprehensive product displays to the IFA 2024 on September. During the ...
Honor of Kings ranks up with a tasty collaboration with McDonalds PH
September 9, 2024
After local talents Vice Ganda and SB19, world’s largest MOBA Honor of Kings reaches out to local players with exciting rewards through McDonald’s locations nationwide Prepare your strategies and taste buds as Honor of Kings levels up the gamepla...
Apple Unveils an AI iPhone
September 9, 2024
The company, which has faced slumping sales in its signature product, released the iPhone 16, with an upgraded Siri, AI text editing and photo-recognition tools.
Musk’s xAI Has Discussed Deal for Share of Future Tesla Revenue
September 9, 2024
Under a proposed arrangement, the startup would give Tesla access to its artificial-intelligence technology in exchange for a slice of the carmaker’s software revenue.
Amazon Wants Your Palm and TSA Wants Your Face. What Saying Yes Will Mean.
September 8, 2024
Using your body’s data to pay or breeze through security is like unlocking your phone—sort of.
Nvidia Draws Antitrust Scrutiny as Enforcers Signal Early Interest in AI
September 8, 2024
The Justice Department’s probe of the chip company highlights interest in being more aggressive than in years past.
The Battle to Ban Screens From School Now Includes Chromebooks and Tablets
September 7, 2024
After working to ban phones in the classroom, parents are now seeking a return to pencil and paper.
Testosterone Clinics Sell Virility. Some Men End Up With Infertility.
September 6, 2024
Promoters in the booming steroid business tout a boost in the gym and the bedroom, but few talk about the possible side effects.
Nvidia and Other Investors Back Applied Digital With $160 Million in Funding
September 5, 2024
The fresh capital is expected to help the data-center and AI cloud-computing company grow.
OpenAI Co-Founder Ilya Sutskever’s New AI Firm Raises $1 Billion
September 5, 2024
OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever’s new firm, aimed at building “safe” artificial intelligence models, has raised $1 billion from investors.
North Korean Spies Are Infiltrating U.S. Companies Through IT Jobs
September 5, 2024
Companies are unknowingly hiring North Koreans for hundreds of low-level jobs, giving isolated Pyongyang access to cash and intellectual property.
Nvidia Invests in Japanese AI Company
September 5, 2024
Nvidia is investing in Sakana AI and partnering with the artificial-intelligence research company to spur AI development in Japan.
KKR Launches Tender Offer for Fuji Soft
September 5, 2024
Private-equity firm KKR will launch a tender offer to acquire Japan’s Fuji Soft following a higher counter bid from a rival for the software developer.
SpaceX Pulls Employees From Brazil, Discourages Travel There, as Musk Battles Court Over X
September 5, 2024
The moves show how Musk’s legal dispute about X is affecting SpaceX and its Starlink satellite-internet service.
The Future of Airplane Wi-Fi Is Here. I Just Tested It.
September 4, 2024
What type of internet connection you get at 30,000 is hit or miss, but new satellite tech from SpaceX’s Starlink and others is ready for takeoff.
Asian Chip Stocks Stumble as Recession Fears Resurface, Nvidia Slides
September 4, 2024
Asian chip stocks took a hit on Wednesday as markets were unnerved by artificial-intelligence chip giant Nvidia’s slump overnight and renewed fears of an economic slowdown.
Bain Counteroffer for Fuji Soft Could Mean Takeover Tussle
September 4, 2024
A takeover tussle could break out over Fuji Soft as two U.S. private-equity firms compete to acquire the Japanese software developer for more than $4 billion.
Microsoft Rolled Out AI PCs That Can’t Play Top Games—and There’s No Quick Fix
September 3, 2024
Chips inside the laptops are incompatible with many leading titles, resulting in bugs, glitches or games simply not working.