European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s first major move in her second term has ignited a deepening rift between France and Germany, threatening the foundations of the European Union. Von der Leyen, a German herself, traveled to Uruguay on Thursday in an effort to finalize a landmark trade deal with South America, which Berlin … Read more
Google is developing an AI Mode feature to boost web browsing with natural language queries via voice and visuals. The “AIM” technology uses both device microphone and camera input, offering improved contextual understanding in voice searches. A dedicated tab will be added to the Google app’s navigation bar, featuring a new “Threads” option to revisit … Read more
A suspect is still on the loose after fatally shooting Brian Thompson, the top executive of UnitedHealthcare, outside a hotel in Midtown Manhattan. The 50-year-old was targeted in a pre-planned killing with no clear motive. Police have gathered over 200 images of the suspect from his arrival in New York to his escape route, including … Read more
Google has announced several updates to its Android and Pixel devices as part of its December feature drop. The updates include new Gemini extensions, an improved Pixel Screenshots app, expressive captions, and accessibility enhancements. New Gemini extensions will allow users to explore songs and playlists through the Gemini interface, send messages or make calls using … Read more
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has reported a significant quarterly revenue growth of over 30% in server sales, as the demand for artificial-intelligence servers continues to rise. This marks a notable performance by HPE, which was considered one of the underperforming big-name players in the AI server market this year. The surge in AI-related server sales … Read more
Apple’s latest iPad Mini is now available on rare sale, making it an ideal gift for loved ones before the holiday rush hits. The tablet features Apple Intelligence, a powerful A17 Pro chip, and 128GB memory, all at a discounted price of $469. Fans praise the iPad Mini’s compact size, perfect for reading, streaming, and … Read more
Amazon is shifting its focus from market dominance to customer choice in its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. The company unveiled a new series of AI models called Nova, which provide more options for customers to choose from. This approach differs from other tech giants like OpenAI and Meta, which have focused on building powerful but … Read more
Art Director Hitomi Furuta revealed how the artists created the iconic design of Mario brothers in a recent interview. The team faced a challenge to create 3D visuals that would differentiate the game from other Mario titles. Initially, they tried to present an edgier, more rugged version of Mario, but received feedback from Nintendo, which … Read more
A popular website is currently inaccessible to European users due to regulatory hurdles. The platform, which offers various services, has been shut down in the EU market. The reason behind this decision is a complex web of regulations and data protection laws that govern online activities within the region. Despite efforts to adapt, the website’s … Read more
Lions coach Dan Campbell’s aggressive fourth-down strategy paid off in a thrilling tie game against the Packers. The team converted on four of five attempts, with running back David Montgomery making the biggest play by gaining seven yards on a crucial fourth-and-inches from the 21-yard line. This move made them the second team to attempt … Read more