TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Xbox reportedly plans major layoffs in July as new CEO Asha Sharma warns the gaming unit is overextended after a $20B five-year spending spree.

A Canadian mother sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT contributed to her daughter's suicide by failing to provide crisis intervention. The case raises concerns about AI's role in mental health support.

Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's record-breaking IPO, raising questions about modern wealth limits as his empire expands across AI and electric vehicles.

The INIU SnapGo Air 10000mAh delivers fast 25W wireless and 45W wired charging in an ultra-slim, magnetic design you can rely on every day.

Apple has enabled a default kill switch that locks stolen iPhones worldwide, cutting reactivations by 60%. Here is what iPhone and Android owners should do now.

SpaceX's SPCX debuts on Nasdaq with retail orders above $100 billion chasing a 30% tranche. Why qualified investors may get one share or none, and what flipping rules mean.

An investigation reveals xAI's Grok platform still hosts explicit AI-generated content, raising concerns over its moderation and safety measures despite previous pledges to improve.

A teardown reveals the Trump T1 Phone is a clone of the HTC U24 Pro, sharing design and internal components, raising questions about manufacturing transparency.

Inde Navarrette's old gaming clips resurface as her horror film 'Obsession' achieves box office success, sparking nostalgia and calls for her return to streaming.

The US has controversially added Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD to a list of Chinese military companies, sparking tensions and prompting the firms to challenge the designation.

Meta's partnership with Reliance Industries is transforming India's AI scene with a 168 MW data centre in Jamnagar. Discover Meta's $145B AI investment and its global impact.

Giulio Occhionero argues that option pricing models still contain hidden distortions and mispricings, despite decades of refinement since Black-Scholes.

SpaceX's £75 billion IPO and ambitious orbital AI satellite plans could trigger a surge in silver demand, exacerbating the global supply deficit and potentially driving silver prices to new heights.

Prince William urges the tech industry to use data to prevent homelessness, highlighting a five-year initiative, Homewards, aimed at addressing homelessness as a preventable condition.

Prince William suggests AI could help prevent homelessness in the UK by spotting risks early and strengthening support before crises occur.

A teardown of the Trump Mobile T1 reveals it as a rebranded HTC U24 Pro, challenging its 'Made in USA' claims and sparking consumer protection concerns.

The FBI has dismantled 13 fake consulting websites allegedly run by Chinese intelligence to recruit US government workers as spies, exploiting mass layoffs under the Trump administration.

As AI adoption grows, employees express concerns over job security and potential layoffs, fearing companies may use AI to cut costs by reducing workforce numbers.

UK regulators require Google to let publishers opt out of AI news summaries while keeping search visibility, reshaping digital news competition.

Kevin O'Leary advises investors to diversify by buying SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic at their IPOs, treating them like an index. Here's why the 'Shark Tank' star recommends this strategy for AI giants.

Opendoor shifts focus to US operations, closing India offices and cutting 250 jobs. CEO Kaz Nejatian cites strategic alignment with American customers. Investors react positively, boosting OPEN stock by 8%.

A Florida man sues law enforcement after being wrongfully arrested due to a faulty AI match, highlighting the dangers of unregulated AI in policing.

Microsoft's Xbox division is set for major layoffs and budget cuts due to financial challenges, as CEO Asha Sharma aims to restructure and stabilise the gaming unit.

Pokémon Center's preorder launch for Mega Evolution, Pitch Black, faced technical failures, leaving fans unable to secure purchases. The site's infrastructure struggled under intense demand, sparking frustration among buyers.

The International Academy of Astronautics has updated its guidelines, requiring verification and UN consultation before announcing or responding to potential alien signals, to prevent misinformation and ensure global consensus.

The FTC warns of a phishing scam using fake CAPTCHA pages to install malware, risking personal data theft. Be cautious of CAPTCHA requests involving keyboard commands.

Nintendo has announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a release expected by 2026. Gamers anticipate further details.

Astronomers have detected near-light-speed winds from a supermassive black hole, revealing powerful forces that shape galaxies.

The Dutch government is proposing laws to ban children under 16 from participating in monetised social media content, aiming to protect them from labour exploitation and privacy invasion.