Instagram Notes launches in Europe, comes to everyone in the US
Instagram Notes – a short status message that floats above your profile and disappears after 24 hours – has now launched in Europe and Japan, and is rolling out to all users in the US. The feature was previously available to a limited number of.....»»
Apple Pay now available in South Korea
Apple Pay has seemingly soft-launched in South Korea with only one card issuer.Apple Pay launches in South KoreaFollowing regulatory hurdles, Apple Pay was expected to launch in South Korea at any time, which has only been recently confirmed by Apple.....»»
The SpaceX steamroller has shifted into a higher gear this year
We're not at airline-like operations yet, but we're getting a lot closer. Enlarge / A Starlink mission launches on a Falcon 9 rocket Friday from Vandenberg Space Force Base. (credit: SpaceX) Is it possible that SpaceX ha.....»»
Waterfall Security Solutions launches WF-600 Unidirectional Security Gateway
Waterfall Security Solutions launched the WF-600 Unidirectional Security Gateway, an OT security protection against remote cyber attacks. The WF-600 product line is a blend of hardware and software, enabling unbreachable protection at IT/OT interface.....»»
Relying on subsidies is worst strategy for chips; wafer fabs need to walk before they can run
The global chip shortage has resulted in countries elevating semiconductor manufacturing to a "national security issue." Not only are the Chinese and Korean governments continuing to spend heavily to support their chip industries, but Europe, the US,.....»»
The way we work is about to change
In just a few months, you'll be able to ask a virtual assistant to transcribe meeting notes during a work call, summarize long email threads to quickly draft suggested replies, quickly create a specific chart in Excel, and turn a Word document into a.....»»
How Europe’s ExoMars rover plans to get to Mars without Russia
ExoMars was supposed to be a joint Europe-Russia mission. But the rover will now be sent to Mars using a European lander instead......»»
US government launches criminal investigation into TikTok parent, reports say
The US government has launched a criminal investigation into TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, over improper access to the personal information of several US citizens, according to Forbes and The New York Times......»»
Meta rolls out paid verification option for Facebook and Instagram users in US
Facebook and Instagram users in the United States will soon be able to pay to get a coveted blue check on their account......»»
Facebook also launches blue-check Verified program
Meta's Facebook is rolling out its own verification program to users that gives access to a blue check mark and exclusive features, very similar to Twitter's paid offering.Meta VerifiedThe company announced the subscription service in February, and i.....»»
YouTube reinstates Donald Trump"s channel
It is the latest social media channel to restore his account following Twitter, Facebook and Instagram......»»
VW to invest in mines in bid to become global battery supplier
VW plans long-term to build enough cells to meet half of its global battery needs, with most production capacity located in Europe and North America......»»
Mazda names former North America chief Masahiro Moro as next CEO
Masahiro Moro, who has led Mazda's operations in Europe and North America during his career, takes over from Akira Marumoto. He says boosting U.S. sales is a key target......»»
South Korea’s battery giants are in hot demand from US to Europe
South Korea's biggest battery event of the year turned into a beauty parade of US, European and Australian officials all trying to lure investments to their regions......»»
Mazda"s new CEO says boosting U.S. sales is key target
Masahiro Moro, who has led Mazda's operations in Europe and the U.S. during his career, takes over from Akira Marumoto......»»
HYPR launches Enterprise Passkeys for Microsoft Azure
HYPR announced its newest offering, Enterprise Passkeys for Microsoft Azure and integrated with Microsoft Entra. This new technology turns any smartphone into a FIDO2 virtual security key, providing authentication flexibility, user convenience and se.....»»
At least 67 people got botulism after trying to paralyze their stomachs
The aim was to slow digestion, but it instead led to life-threatening paralysis. Enlarge / Micrograph of Clostridium botulinum (credit: Getty | BSIP) Health officials in Europe are warning of an outbreak of botulism link.....»»
Chinese search giant launches AI chatbot with prerecorded demo
After demo, no one knows if Ernie can compete with ChatGPT. Enlarge / Please use the sharing tools found via the share button at the top or side of Baidu chief Robin Li introduces the functions of the company’s AI chatbot Erni.....»»
Volkswagen shows EUR25,000 EV to compete where Tesla has left an opening
Volkswagen AG unveiled an affordable electric vehicle that's a couple years away from production, putting Europe's largest carmaker on a collision course with Tesla Inc......»»
Baidu launches Ernie Bot
China's Baidu launched its latest generation of large language model-based, pre-trained AI generative product Ernie Bot (Wenxin Yiyan) on Mar 16. CEO Robin Li demonstrated on-stage some conversation with the AI......»»
Lithia enters U.K. with acquisition of Jardine Motors
Lithia Motors CEO Bryan DeBoer confirms the acquisition of one of Europe's biggest dealership groups, part of the No. 1 U.S. auto retailer's big expansion plans......»»