The US has introduced new regulations in an attempt to curb the flow of advanced semiconductors to China. The measures target companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and Samsung Electronics Co., requiring them to scrutinize their customers, particularly Chinese firms. The move comes as part of a broader effort by the Biden administration to strengthen … Read more
Samsung is set to launch its new Galaxy S25 series next week with a range of innovative features that showcase its focus on artificial intelligence. The Galaxy AI suite, exclusive to the three handsets, leverages partnerships with Google and other AI service providers to deliver cutting-edge experiences. One key feature, Circle to Search, is now … Read more
The Minnesota men’s basketball team finally broke through and earned its first Big Ten win of the season with Dawson Garcia’s game-winning three-pointer in overtime. The 6-11 senior scored a career-high 27 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, including two free throws that tied the score before Garcia’s winning shot. Garcia hit the buzzer-beater from a … Read more
UnitedHealth Group (UNH) reported its first earnings call since the shooting of its insurance executive last month. CEO Brian Thompson was killed outside an investor day meeting in New York City on December 4. The company missed revenue expectations, sending shares down nearly 3% Thursday. UnitedHealthcare’s full-year revenues for 2024 reached $400 billion, a 8% … Read more
The highly-anticipated AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs have finally been listed by Danish retailer Fonix, revealing their specs, availability, and a surprising twist. The cards are expected to launch on January 22nd, with a review sample already being shipped to reviewers. Interestingly, the availability status for both GPUs has changed from … Read more
Prosthetic hands have long struggled to replicate the dexterity and functionality of natural hands, often limiting users to a single grasp function at a time. However, a groundbreaking study from Florida Atlantic University offers promising advancements that could transform the experience of prosthetic hand users. Researchers developed a new technology that enables users to grasp … Read more
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Samsung’s latest smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Slim, has left many fans underwhelmed due to its oversized design. Contrary to expectations, the phone boasts a 6.2-inch screen size, similar to that of its larger counterparts, the S24 Plus and S25 Plus. The phone’s dimensions are also surprising, measuring 159mm in height and 6.4mm in thickness, making … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission (F.T.C.) has reached a settlement with General Motors, banning the automaker from sharing drivers’ behavior and geolocation data with consumer reporting agencies for five years. The F.T.C. found that G.M. collected data from millions of vehicles without properly informing consumers and obtaining their consent. G.M. had been collecting data on drivers’ … Read more
Rio Tinto and Glencore, the world’s second-largest and one of its biggest copper producers, were in brief merger talks that have since ended. According to a source close to the matter, discussions between the two companies have stopped. The potential merger has significant implications for both firms, with combined market value surpassing $158 billion, making … Read more