Technology
Pentagon moves to block DeepSeek after staff access Chinese servers
The Pentagon is blocking DeepSeek after employees unknowingly connected work computers to Chinese servers, raising national security concerns.
Business
Intel secures US$2.2 billion in federal grants for chip production
Intel secures US$2.2 billion in CHIPS Act grants to boost U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, with an additional US$5.66 billion pending disbursement.
Business
Microsoft’s AI business thrives while Xbox struggles
Microsoft’s AI and cloud business is booming, but Xbox is struggling. Gaming revenue fell 7%, while AI growth surged 175% year-over-year.
Business
Meta remains confident despite DeepSeek’s advancements
Mark Zuckerberg reassures investors that DeepSeek’s AI rise does not threaten Meta, as the company reports strong Q4 results and AI investment plans.
Business
Meta agrees to US$25 million settlement over Trump account suspension lawsuit
Meta has agreed to pay US$25 million to settle Trump’s lawsuit over his account suspension, with most funds going to his presidential library.
Technology
Comcast’s new ‘ultra-low lag’ technology aims to transform internet speed
Comcast is rolling out ultra-low lag internet technology to improve video calls and gaming. Major cities will see upgrades, cutting latency by 78%.
Gaming
Resolution Games unveils Battlemarked, a new VR Dungeons & Dragons game
Resolution Games and Wizards of the Coast unveil Battlemarked, a new VR D&D game. Featuring turn-based combat and story-driven campaigns, it launches soon.
Technology
Tesla prepares for driverless ride-hailing in Austin
Elon Musk announced that Tesla will launch a driverless robotaxi service in Austin this June, marking a major step towards autonomous ride-hailing.
Business
Microsoft in talks to acquire TikTok as Trump pushes for a bidding war
Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok after Trump’s executive order delayed the app’s U.S. ban. A bidding war could be on the horizon.
