DNA-testing company 23andMe has been granted permission to sell its customers’ genetic data to other companies despite filing for bankruptcy. The U.S. bankruptcy judge allowed the company to proceed with selling its medical and ancestry data, citing it as its most valuable asset. Investors believe the sensitive information of 23andMe’s 15 million customers is worth … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned that his country expects a strong response from Western countries to the ongoing Russian drone attacks. In a video address, Zelenskiy stated that Russia’s strikes target not only Ukrainian people but also international efforts to end the war. The attacks have increased significantly, with 172 drones directed at Ukraine … Read more
After a 20-year hiatus from music, Will Smith has released his new album “Based on a Story”. The 56-year-old entertainer opens the record with the track “Int. Barbershop – Day”, which reunites him with DJ Jazzy Jeff, his partner in the iconic duo Fresh Prince. Smith’s new track features collaborations with B. Simone and includes … Read more
Apple has faced criticism for its recent handling of Siri, leading to delays, management changes, and negative publicity. In the latest episode of the Macworld Podcast (episode 927), hosts Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola discuss the issues surrounding Siri. Siri is often maligned as an ineffective assistant, and recent reports suggest it may … Read more
Tech analyst John Gruber criticized Apple’s generative artificial intelligence (genAI) strategy after the company announced a major upgrade to its Siri chatbot. The upgrade was expected to catapult Siri’s capabilities, but it has been delayed and now faces stiff competition from Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant. Apple initially promised that the upgraded Siri would be available … Read more
Protesters against billionaire Elon Musk gathered outside Tesla showrooms in the US and Europe, targeting the company’s dealerships and vehicles. The protesters aim to escalate a movement opposing Musk’s role as head of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk has been accused of accessing sensitive data and shutting down entire agencies to … Read more
The US Department of Energy may cut hundreds of millions of dollars in grants to two carbon capture projects in Texas and Louisiana, which aim to develop technology for capturing carbon from the atmosphere at commercial scale. The projects, part of a Biden-era effort to slash US greenhouse gas emissions, were launched by the DOE’s … Read more
Sharks have long been thought to be silent predators, but a team of marine biologists in New Zealand has made a groundbreaking discovery. According to a study published in the Royal Society Open Science journal, sharks are capable of producing sharp, abrupt clicks. The researchers found that the rig shark species, which is common in … Read more
Americans face significant financial pressure due to rising prices. The proposed tariffs by the Trump administration could exacerbate this issue, making it harder for people to catch a break. Tariffs are taxes on imported goods, and their potential impact is significant. According to the Tax Foundation, a 2025 tariff rate of 8% would be the … Read more
GameStop has announced it will invest its cash and future debt into bitcoin, with shares jumping over 15% in premarket trading. The company’s board of directors approved the move, which follows a recent surge in interest from investors. Despite reporting a 28% decline in fourth-quarter revenue, GameStop’s stock rose as investors pile in. The retailer … Read more