In the rapidly evolving world of robotics, change can often feel like a constant state, especially in a hub like Silicon Valley. One company making significant strides in this sector is Figure, a robotics firm devoted to developing humanoid robots. Following my recent visit to Figure’s headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, it is evident that the
In the fast-paced world of social media and digital content creation, a new player has entered the scene. Verse, an AI-powered creative app, is revolutionizing the way Gen Z users express themselves through hyper-visual and expressive content. Founded by Bobby Pinckney and Michelle Yin, former professionals in the tech industry, Verse aims to provide users
LineLeap, a startup backed by Y Combinator, has gained popularity for allowing users to pay to skip lines at bars and venues. While the concept may seem enticing for those who despise waiting, it raises ethical concerns regarding fairness and access to services. Founded by Max Schauff, Patrick Skelly, and Nick Becker while they were
In a digital age where technology continues to reshape various industries, it comes as no surprise that the field of journalism is also undergoing a significant transformation. AI avatars are now being utilized by news organizations to deliver news broadcasts in an innovative and engaging manner. This shift towards AI journalism raises questions about the
Google Chrome has taken a step further in enhancing user experience by introducing tab groups to iOS devices. This feature allows users to organize their tabs more efficiently by creating new tab groups or adding tabs to existing groups directly from the tab switcher view in the Chrome app. Moreover, users can assign different color
In a small town in Navarro County, Texas, environmental activist Sawicky organized a protest against a bitcoin mining facility alongside Greenpeace. However, the turnout was minimal and Sawicky was left feeling disappointed and disgusted by the lack of support from the community. Sawicky’s brash and confrontational approach to activism has alienated even her close allies,
During a recent episode of Equity, Rebecca Bellan spoke with Alok Sama, a seasoned professional with experience at Morgan Stanley and SoftBank Group International. They touched on Apple’s recent iPhone 16 lineup reveal, emphasizing the incorporation of AI-powered features. Sama expressed his views on the current AI hype cycle, pointing out that the true impact
AMD is gearing up to launch its new budget-friendly RDNA GPUs at the CES show in January, aiming to regain major market share from Nvidia. According to reports, AMD’s upcoming mainstream GPUs are expected to hit the market months ahead of Nvidia’s competing chips, providing a competitive edge for the company. Graphics card makers have
The introduction of a new “empathic voice interface” by Hume AI marks a significant milestone in the realm of artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking technology, developed by a New York-based startup, aims to imbue AI helpers with emotionally expressive voices, thereby ushering in an era where interactions with AI are more human-like and engaging. With a
In the wake of Apple’s recent iPhone 16 event, the tech giant has unveiled a new type of offer for auto-renewable subscriptions in the App Store Connect. This feature, known as “win-back” offers, aims to target lapsed subscribers and entice them to return to using the app or game. By offering specialized discounts and incentives,
Curved monitors have managed to find a place in the market despite being a specialized piece of tech that is best suited for gaming. While they may not be ideal for group settings, they do have a loyal following of enthusiasts. The Acer Nitro XZ342CU V3bmiiphx is one such curved monitor that aims to deliver
At Apple’s recent iPhone 16 event, the absence of a previously featured health technology on the Series 10 watch models was a noticeable setback, particularly for consumers in the U.S. The blood oxygen feature, which was introduced with the Series 6 device, will not be included in the Series 10 models sold in the U.S.
Recently, TechCrunch had the opportunity to preview an unfinished version of Apple’s upcoming Hearing Test app during the iPhone event held on Monday. The app, which will be integrated into iOS 18, features similarities to traditional clinical hearing tests. It prompts users to tap the screen when they detect progressively increasing tones of varying frequencies.
French AI startup Mistral recently launched its newest model, Pixtral 12B, which can process both images and text. This 12-billion-parameter model, available on platforms like GitHub and Hugging Face, has sparked interest in the AI and machine learning community. Pixtral 12B, built on Mistral’s text model Nemo 12B, has the capability to answer questions related
During a recent presidential debate, former president Donald Trump made a statement that sparked outrage and controversy. Less than 30 minutes into the debate, Trump mentioned a viral racist lie about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio. Despite fact-checkers immediately debunking the claim, Trump continued to repeat it, adding fuel to the fire and spreading dangerous
In a recent Instagram post, Taylor Swift announced her support for Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming presidential election. This public declaration came after AI-generated images surfaced of Swift supposedly endorsing Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. Swift expressed her concerns about the dangers of spreading misinformation through AI and emphasized the importance of transparency in