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London’s Black Cab Drivers Sue Uber for £250 Million for obtaining License by Illicit Means
London’s iconic black cab drivers are taking legal action against ride-hailing giant Uber, seeking £250 million (€291.7 million) in compensation. The lawsuit alleges that Uber obtained its license to operate in London through illicit means, misleading Transport for London (TfL) about its business model. According to the legal firm Mishcon…
In a historic move, the United States Senate has come together to unanimously pass a crucial bill prohibiting the importation of Russian uranium. This landmark decision, reflected in House Resolution 1042, signifies a significant stride towards reducing America’s reliance on foreign nuclear fuel, safeguarding national security interests, and bolstering energy…
Microsoft Bans U.S. Police Departments from Using Its Generative AI for Facial Recognition
Microsoft has reiterated its stance against U.S. police departments utilizing its generative AI for facial recognition through Azure OpenAI Service, a platform tailored for enterprise applications of OpenAI technology. On Wednesday, Microsoft introduced language amendments to the terms of service for Azure OpenAI Service, explicitly prohibiting integrations with the platform…
Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has been sentenced to four months in prison in the United States. The sentence comes as a result of allowing criminals to launder money on his platform. Zhao resigned from his position at Binance in November and pleaded guilty…
Texting and streaming on the Moon may soon become a reality, thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between NASA and Nokia. The two entities have joined forces to establish a cellular network on the Moon, a pivotal step towards enabling long-term human presence on celestial bodies beyond Earth. Launching the 4G…
LinkedIn, the renowned professional networking platform owned by Microsoft, is stepping into the realm of gaming to enhance user engagement and foster meaningful connections among its vast user base. Departing from its traditional role as a hub for job updates and networking, LinkedIn is rolling out three free “thinking-oriented” games,…
Local media reports have revealed the shocking news of the death of Iraqi social media influencer Om Fahad, who was fatally shot outside her home in Baghdad. The attack took place in the eastern Zayne neighborhood of the capital on Friday, sending shockwaves through the community. Iraq’s interior ministry has…
Plastic upcycling startup, Kubik, has announced a significant milestone in its journey, securing a $1.9 million seed extension funding. This injection of capital comes months after the initial equity investment and marks a pivotal moment for the company. The latest investment round saw participation from prominent backers, including African Renaissance…
Elon Musk, the visionary CEO of Tesla, is currently in Beijing, sparking discussions about expanding Tesla’s autonomous driving capabilities in China. Amidst growing anticipation, Mr. Musk aims to explore the possibility of enabling Full Self-Driving (FSD) features on Tesla vehicles within the Chinese market. With Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) already…
The US government is turning to leading artificial intelligence (AI) companies for guidance on safeguarding critical infrastructure from potential AI-powered attacks. This move comes amidst growing concerns about the risks posed by AI, as well as its potential benefits in enhancing national security. CEOs of OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft are…
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View MorePlastic upcycling startup, Kubik, has announced a significant milestone in its journey, securing a $1.9 million seed extension funding. This injection of capital comes months…
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak played host to a significant gathering of world leaders, tech CEOs, and researchers during the first-ever global Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
3D Metal-Printing Startup Seurat Technologies Eyes Possible IPO After $99 Million Funding Round
Seurat Technologies, a pioneering 3D metal-printing startup, has dropped hints about a potential initial public offering (IPO) in the medium term while also revealing that…
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View MoreAlphabet Inc.’s tech giant, Google (GOOGL.O), is taking significant steps to deepen its presence in…
Finnish telecommunications equipment giant Nokia (NOKIA.HE) has announced a significant workforce reduction of up to…
Apple has taken swift action to address concerns over overheating issues reported by some owners…
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View MoreChangpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has been sentenced to four months in prison in the United States. The sentence comes as a result of allowing criminals to launder money on his platform. Zhao resigned from his position at Binance in November and pleaded guilty…
Bitcoin prices surged on Monday to reach a new all-time high above $72,000 after the UK’s financial watchdog announced a significant development regarding cryptocurrency-linked exchange-traded products. FCA Allows Listing of Crypto-Backed ETNs The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) stated in a notice that it would permit recognized investment exchanges to establish…
In the face of U.S. curbs on the sales of advanced artificial chips by Nvidia, Chinese tech giant Huawei is poised to capture a larger share of the market, with sources revealing a substantial AI chip order from Baidu. As Huawei continues to diversify its offerings beyond telecoms and smartphones,…
In a comprehensive set of rules released on Tuesday, the Biden administration, while restricting China’s access to critical U.S. artificial intelligence chips, has quietly extended a potential lifeline to tech giants Nvidia, Intel, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) by allowing them to continue supplying AI chips to China for small…
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View MoreAT&T, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the United States, is currently embroiled in…
Microsoft has disclosed that a Russian government-backed hacking group, which infiltrated its corporate network and…
Recent revelations from United Nations (UN) sanctions monitors shed light on North Korea’s alleged involvement…
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Investors of South Korea’s leading chip makers, Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, saw a sharp decline in their shares on Monday following Nvidia’s nearly 10 percent drop on Friday, marking its worst day since March 2020. Shares of Samsung and SK hynix Dip Both Samsung Electronics and SK hynix opened…
Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of X (formerly known as Twitter), has hinted at the possibility of introducing a “small fee for new users” as a measure to combat the proliferation of automated accounts, or “bots,” on the platform. In a recent post on X, Musk expressed concerns about the…
On orders from Beijing, Apple has taken down WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China, citing national security concerns. An Apple spokesperson emphasized the company’s commitment to adhering to local regulations, stating, “We are obligated to follow the laws in the countries where we operate, even when we…
On April 8, 2024, North America will be treated to a spectacular celestial event as a total solar eclipse crosses the continent, spanning Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, obscuring the Sun’s face completely and…
AT&T, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the United States, is currently embroiled in an investigation regarding a significant data breach that has left 73 million current and former customers’ personal information exposed. Dark Web Leak The leak, as disclosed by AT&T in a news release on Saturday morning,…