In a high-stakes bid to secure TikTok’s U.S. operations, search engine startup Perplexity AI has submitted a proposal to merge with the short-video giant’s American entity. This strategic move comes as TikTok faces a potential ban in the United States due to its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, unless it cuts…

As the buzz surrounding President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration builds, the cryptocurrency industry celebrated a historic shift in Washington. On Friday night, crypto executives and enthusiasts gathered at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C., for the first-ever crypto inauguration ball. Beneath towering columns, attendees indulged in miniature lobster rolls,…

In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok began restoring services across the United States on Sunday after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to revive the app’s access. Addressing a rally ahead of his inauguration, Trump declared, “Frankly, we have no choice. We have to save it.” This move marks a…

As the clock ticks down on a potential U.S. ban on TikTok, a Chinese-owned video-sharing platform with over 170 million American users, debates surrounding its fate have intensified. The app, owned by China’s ByteDance, faces a legal mandate to divest its Chinese ownership due to national security concerns. With the…

Apple’s grip on the Chinese smartphone market has loosened, as shipments of its devices fell by 25% in the fourth quarter of 2024. According to data from research firm Canalys, Apple shipped 13.1 million iPhones during this period, achieving a 17% market share. However, its long-standing dominance faces growing challenges…

TikTok’s Future in the U.S. faces an uncertain future as a federal ban is set to take effect this Sunday. The wildly popular social media app with 170 million U.S. users will be effectively disabled unless ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, divests its U.S. assets. This potential shutdown comes as…

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes industries and transforms economies, nations across the globe are racing to establish themselves as leaders in this cutting-edge field. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced an ambitious plan to place the United Kingdom at the forefront of this race, promising to make the country…

US TikTok Ban – As one of the world’s most popular social media platforms, TikTok faces an uncertain future in the United States. On Friday, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments regarding a law that could effectively ban the app nationwide. Signed by President Joe Biden in April 2024, the…

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest software-services exporter, sees signs of recovery in its key North American market, particularly in the retail and manufacturing sectors. This optimism follows a notable upturn in banking and financial services, according to CFO Samir Seksari Speaking to Reuters, Seksaria highlighted positive consumer sentiment driven…

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to outline an ambitious vision to position the United Kingdom as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). In a landmark speech in London, Starmer will emphasize AI’s transformative potential, and highlighting plans to accelerate data centre development, foster technology-focused education, and boost…