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Waymo launches the largest robotaxi service in Los Angeles

What happened Waymo has officially launched its autonomous robotaxi service, Waymo One (ride-hailing service), to the general public in Los Angeles as of November 12, 2024. Previously, the service was open only to a waitlist of approximately 300,000 individuals. Now anyone can…

Nov 13, 2024
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ICANN 81: gTLDs, IDNs, and Africa’s rising voice

The 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is in full swing in Istanbul, Turkey. This week-long gathering of global stakeholders is designed to tackle critical issues from domain name expansion to fostering internet…

Nov 13, 2024
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Beyond earth: The race to colonize Mars and our future on the red planet

For centuries, the idea of traveling to Mars has fascinated humanity. This red, dusty, and desolate planet has captured our imaginations as a symbol of the unknown and the ultimate frontier. But as technology advances and Earth’s resources face increasing strain, the…

Nov 13, 2024
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VinFast’s $3.4B lifeline: Can it deliver on EV dreams?

What happened The Nasdaq-listed electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast announced on Wednesday, November 13, that it will secure a new round of funding from its founder and parent company Vingroup by 2026. The funding is worth 85 trillion Vietnamese dong (approximately $3.35…

Nov 13, 2024
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Musk’s Starlink gets Chad’s approval to boost internet access

What happened Chad has approved the licensing of Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink, to improve internet access in the country. Starlink, part of SpaceX, operates in several African countries but has faced regulatory challenges elsewhere. Chad’s Communications…

Nov 13, 2024
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RIPE NCC

Alexander Timokhin: IPv4 market stability and future strategies

Check out BTW Media’s first interview with Alexander in Poland:Interview with Alexander Timokhin, InterLIR COO: IP market trends and blockchain IP management “With IPv4 prices stabilising and lease rates rising, there’s never been a better time to invest in IPv4 addresses,” said…

Nov 13, 2024
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Rising Tesla, rising Trump: Musk’s big bet on power

What happened Driven by CEO Elon Musk‘s close ties with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, Tesla’s stock rose more than 8% on Monday (November 11), continuing last week’s strong upward momentum. Tesla’s current stock price stands at $348.30 per share. If this rally continues, the…

Nov 12, 2024
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Lisbon Web Summit 2024 debates Trump’s potential impact on tech

What happened This week, the Lisbon Web Summit 2024 opened its doors as Europe’s largest tech event, drawing industry leaders and policymakers to discuss critical global issues. With Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House as a major topic, executives from Apple, Meta…

Nov 12, 2024
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China semiconductor index rises as TSMC cuts off chip shipments

What happened China’s semiconductor industry is experiencing a notable surge, with the China semiconductor index nearing a three-year high following Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.’s (TSMC) announcement that it would suspend shipments of advanced chips to specific Chinese…

Nov 12, 2024
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How does AI programming differ from traditional programming?

Artificial intelligence technology has been developing and applying to many fields of life. How does it differ from traditional programming? In this blog I’m going to discuss what each programming is and their different focus and specific field either of the programming is…

Nov 12, 2024
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Bitcoin hits new highs, eyes $100,000 mark

_____________ What happened Bitcoin is nearing a record high of $90,000, rising 12% to $89,100 after surpassing $80,000 earlier in the week. Many investors expect the cryptocurrency to reach $100,000 by the end of 2024. Analysts like Mike Colonnese of H.C. Wainwright credit the…

Nov 12, 2024
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AI brings St. Peter’s Basilica to the virtual world

_______________ What happened The Vatican, in partnership with Microsoft, has launched a digital replica of St. Peter’s Basilica, enhanced by AI to enrich the visitor experience. With two AI exhibitions, the project was made possible by Iconem, a company that digitizes heritage…

Nov 12, 2024
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Vietnam is warning Shein and Temu: Register or be blocked

What happened Vietnam recently issued an ultimatum to Chinese e-commerce platforms Shein and Temu. The Vietnamese government has given them until the end of November to register with the Ministry of Industry and Trade. Vietnam’s deputy trade minister Nguyen Hoang Long said at a…

Nov 12, 2024
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Why Trump’s win is driving Tesla shares to new highs

What happened Tesla’s stock is riding a powerful wave of investor interest, surging to its highest level since April 2022 following Donald Trump’s win in the recent U.S. presidential election. Investors are not only snapping up Tesla shares but are heavily focused on bullish…

Nov 12, 2024
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FTX sues Binance and its former CEO Zhao for $1.76B

What happened FTX filed lawsuit aganist Binance and former CEO Changpeng Zhao claiming a “fraudulent” share purchase aim to recover at least 1.76 billion. The case was submitted to a Delaware court on November 11, 2024, and is part of ongoing efforts by FTX to recoup funds…

Nov 12, 2024
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Top tech news today: November 12, 2024

Top tech news today: Bitcoin’s record surge linked to Trump, FTX’s $1.8 billion lawsuit against Binance, South Korea’s chip law to counter U.S. restrictions, alongside new developments in AI, photonic chips, and tech regulations mark today’s top headlines. 1. Bitcoin reaches…

Nov 12, 2024
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Data centres face cooling challenge as AI demand surges

What happened Data centres worldwide are straining under the heat produced by a surge in AI workloads. As artificial intelligence applications grow in size and complexity, they demand powerful servers to process immense amounts of data, and this workload generates significant…

Nov 11, 2024
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How Rivian’s new batteries will cut EV costs

__________________ What happened Rivian announced its R2 SUV will use batteries made in Arizona by LG Energy Solution, shifting from South Korean production to meet IRA requirements. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) encourages US battery production for tax credits, a move…

Nov 11, 2024
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India cracks down on Amazon, Flipkart sellers in bold raid

What happened The Enforcement Directorate (ED) of India conducted multiple raids on Thursday, November 7, targeting 19 locations of key Amazon and Flipkart suppliers in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Panchkula, Haryana, under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).…

Nov 8, 2024
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Warner Bros. Discovery CEO: Trump win may boost media mergers

What happened David Zaslav, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO, remarked on the potential impact of a Donald Trump re-election on the media industry, hinting at a possible boost for mergers and acquisitions. During Warner Bros. Discovery’s third-quarter earnings call, Zaslav shared his…

Nov 8, 2024