Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is rumored to be considering a significant move into the fashion industry. According to reports from The Wall Street Journal, Meta is in discussions to acquire a 5% stake in EssilorLuxottica, the company behind the popular Ray Ban sunglasses. This potential investment could be valued at around $US5 billion, which
X is striving to attract more advertisers in preparation for the Olympics by emphasizing the app’s popularity in sports discussions. Despite not experiencing any user growth since Elon Musk acquired the app, X remains a vital platform for engaging in conversations around live events, particularly within sports communities. While Twitter may have dwindled in relevance
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has captured the attention of both organizations and consumers alike. However, the reality of AI implementation often falls short of expectations. From struggling to turn AI investments into revenue streams to deploying generative AI with difficulty, many challenges plague the current AI landscape. This article delves into
The experiment conducted by artist and programmer Dries Depoorter takes AI to a whole new level. By utilizing APIs from OpenAI and ElevenLabs, Depoorter has created an app that provides selfie advice in the voice of Kylie Jenner. This off-the-wall yet intriguing project demonstrates the potential for AI in unconventional ways. While not widely available
Bone conduction headphones have gained popularity for their ability to keep users aware of their surroundings while listening to music or podcasts. As a city runner, the author shares her experience testing the Suunto Wing and Suunto Sonic bone conduction headphones over the course of two months. The review highlights the comfort, sound quality, features,
In the upcoming two weeks, the financial results of major Big Tech companies will provide insight into the continued viability of artificial intelligence (AI) and whether the substantial investments required for AI development are sustainable in the long term. Wedbush Securities analysts are optimistic about the growth potential and earnings acceleration driven by the AI
Microsoft recently faced backlash from the US Federal Trade Commission regarding their Game Pass price increase. The FTC claimed that the new pricing structure offered a “degraded” experience to consumers, which was seen as harmful after the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft, however, refuted these claims, stating that the FTC’s letter was misleading and did
The FlatOut series, known for its intense car combat and thrilling racing action, has recently received updates on Steam. With the addition of Workshop support, Steam Deck verified status, improved performance, and re-enabled online multiplayer, fans of the series have a lot to look forward to. FlatOut 2, considered the most beloved of the series,
The recent tech disaster caused by CrowdStrike’s faulty update has sparked concerns among industry experts and users alike. The update, which affected 8.5 million Windows devices, resulted in widespread issues across various sectors, including retail, banking, and airline industries. Microsoft has confirmed that the incident impacted less than one percent of all Windows machines, but
The recent global IT outage, blamed on a botched software update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike, revealed just how interconnected and reliant our modern society has become on technology. With computer screens going blue worldwide, flights being grounded, hotel check-ins impossible, and freight deliveries stalled, the initial panic of a cyberterrorist attack turned out to be