Boston Dynamics, the Massachusetts-based robotics pioneer renowned for its quadruped and humanoid robots, is undergoing a leadership transition. CEO Robert Playter announced his departure in an internal memo on Tuesday, with Chief Financial Officer Amanda McMaster stepping in as interim leader while the company searches for a permanent successor. (Robert Playter) Playter’s exit marks a […]
The copyright controversy surrounding training data in the artificial intelligence industry is intensifying. Recent reports indicate that Amazon plans to establish a content trading marketplace, enabling publishers to directly license their text, images, and other content to AI companies. This model resembles Microsoft’s recently launched “Publisher Content Marketplace,” aiming to provide tech companies with legally […]
Enterprise software giant Workday announced a significant leadership change on Monday: CEO Carl Eschenbach has stepped down effective immediately and left the board of directors. Company co-founder and former CEO Aneel Bhusri will permanently return to lead the company. (workday larger) Eschenbach joined Workday at the end of 2022, initially serving as co-CEO alongside Bhusri, […]
YouTube megastar MrBeast (real name Jimmy Donaldson) announced this week that his company, Beast Industries, will acquire Step, a financial application focused on serving teenagers. The app has raised a total of $500 million in funding, boasts over 7 million users, and aims to help Gen Z build credit, save money, and invest. It had […]
Alphabet’s self-driving subsidiary, Waymo, has reached a significant milestone in Nashville, Tennessee: it has officially removed safety drivers from its test vehicles, initiating fully driverless testing. This marks a crucial step toward the company’s goal of launching a commercial robotaxi service in the city later this year. (waymo getty streets) Waymo has been testing in […]
Samsung Electronics today announced that its advanced memory solutions are powering the latest generation of gaming consoles. The company’s high-performance DRAM and ultra-fast NAND flash memory have been integrated into leading next-gen systems to deliver smooth gameplay and faster load times. (Samsung’s Memory Products Used in Next-generation Gaming Consoles) Gaming console makers chose Samsung’s memory […]
Samsung has added a new astrophotography mode to its latest smartphone camera. This feature lets users take clear photos of the night sky. The phone uses advanced image processing to capture stars and other celestial objects. It works even in very dark conditions. (Samsung’s New Phone Camera Features a Dedicated Astrophotography Mode) The new mode […]
Sony has made a new investment in a start-up that creates edible packaging. The company behind this innovation is called Evoware. It is based in Indonesia and focuses on replacing plastic with seaweed-based materials. Sony’s funding will help Evoware expand its production and improve its technology. (Sony’s Investment in Start-Up Developing Edible Packaging) Plastic waste […]
Sony has introduced a new algorithm that brings real-time audio spatialization to everyday devices. This technology lets users hear sound as if it is coming from all around them, even when using standard headphones. The system works by analyzing audio signals and adjusting them instantly to match how human ears perceive direction and distance. (Sony’s […]
Sony Interactive Entertainment has added new collectible rewards to its PlayStation Stars loyalty program. Members can now earn digital collectibles featuring iconic characters and moments from PlayStation history. These items are available through special campaigns and challenges in the PlayStation App. (PlayStation Stars Loyalty Program Adds New Collectible Rewards) The new collectibles include figures of […]