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Businessman Sues Apple After “Deleted” Messages to Sex Workers Found by Wife

By Ifunanya / June 14, 2024

A businessman from England is suing Apple after “deleted” messages he sent to sex workers were found by his wife […]

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Elon Musk and SpaceX Face Lawsuit Over Allegations of Sexual Harassment and Toxic Workplace Culture

By Ifunanya / June 13, 2024

Eight former employees of SpaceX have filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk and the company, accusing them of fostering a […]

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Elon Musk Drops Lawsuit Against OpenAI

Elon Musk Withdraws Lawsuit Against OpenAI, Keeps Door Open for Future Legal Action

By Ifunanya / June 13, 2024

In a surprising move, Elon Musk has requested a California court to withdraw his lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO, […]

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Australian Astronomer “Space Gandalf” Greg Quicke Dies at 62

By Ifunanya / June 7, 2024

Greg Quicke, the renowned Australian astronomer affectionately known as “Space Gandalf” for his distinctive white beard, has passed away at […]

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University of Michigan Researchers Use AI to Decode Dog Barks

By Ifunanya / June 7, 2024

Researchers at the University of Michigan are harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to decode what a dog’s bark conveys, particularly whether […]

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Social Media Platform X Formally Allows Consensual Adult Content, Requires Clear Labeling

By Ifunanya / June 5, 2024

Social media platform X has announced its formal decision to permit the publication of consensual adult content, provided it is […]

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MrBeast Surpasses T-Series to Become Biggest YouTube Channel

By Ifunanya / June 3, 2024

In a milestone moment for the YouTube community, MrBeast, known in real life as Jimmy Donaldson, has emerged victorious in […]

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Qatar Airways Partners with SpaceX’s Starlink to Offer High-Speed In-Flight Wi-Fi

By Ifunanya / May 29, 2024

Doha, Qatar – Qatar Airways, the world’s largest airline to collaborate with SpaceX’s Starlink, has announced plans to introduce high-speed, […]

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Google Introduces Song Identification Feature on YouTube Music for Android Users

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2024

Finding a song that’s stuck in your head but you can’t quite remember can be frustrating, but Google has introduced […]

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Google’s New AI Search Tool Faces Backlash Over Inaccuracies

By Ifunanya / May 26, 2024

Last week, Google unveiled a significant change to its search engine, showcasing new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities designed to answer […]

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US House Passes Controversial Crypto Regulation Bill Amid Opposition

By Ifunanya / May 23, 2024

The US House of Representatives made a significant move on Wednesday by approving a bill aimed at establishing a new […]

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Nvidia’s Profits Skyrocket as Demand for AI Power Surges

By Ifunanya / May 23, 2024

Nvidia witnessed a staggering seven-fold increase in quarterly net profit, propelled by soaring demand for its chips driving artificial intelligence […]

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OpenAI Strikes Landmark Deal with News Corp for Content Use

By Ifunanya / May 23, 2024

In a significant move, News Corp and OpenAI have reached an agreement allowing the latter to utilize content from News […]

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OpenAI CEO Defends AI Safety Amid Rising Concerns

By Ifunanya / May 22, 2024

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman defended the safety of his company’s AI technology amid growing concerns over potential risks and inadequate […]

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Tesla Semi Fleet Achieves 3.5 Million Miles, Delivers 50 More Trucks to PepsiCo

By Ifunanya / May 21, 2024

In a recent announcement at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, Tesla Semi Senior Manager Dan Priestley […]

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Baidu Considers Collaboration with Tesla on Robotaxi Technology

By Ifunanya / May 18, 2024

Chinese tech giant Baidu is exploring potential collaboration opportunities with Tesla, particularly in the realm of robotaxi technology. The news […]

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Tesla Gains Approval for Factory Expansion in Grünheide Despite Environmental Concerns

By Ifunanya / May 18, 2024

Local councillors in the Grünheide municipality, located just outside Berlin, have given Tesla the go-ahead to expand its local plant. […]

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Elon Musk’s X Actions Ignite Controversy and Reactions

By Ifunanya / May 18, 2024

Elon Musk’s recent actions on X, formerly known as Twitter, have sparked a wave of reactions, from technical glitches to […]

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Thousands Of Tesla Cars Rot In Warehouses Across US With No One To Buy Them

By Ifunanya / May 17, 2024

Parking lots full of Tesla vehicles are becoming impossible to ignore as the electric automaker seemingly can’t sell enough cars […]

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NCC warns Nigerians against use of pre-registered SIM cards

By Ifunanya / May 17, 2024

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has issued a stern warning to Nigerians on the dangers of purchasing pre-registered SIM cards. […]

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