Business
Southeast Asia drives US$42B surge in social commerce adoption
Southeast Asia is leading a US$42B social commerce boom as TikTok, Meta, and YouTube turn content into seamless shopping.
Technology
Meta unveils cutting-edge prototype headsets showcasing the future of mixed reality
Meta’s new VR prototypes preview the future of immersive tech with major leaps in realism, resolution, and field of view.
Technology
Meta shifts approach on open-source AI as China accelerates development
Meta changes course on open-source AI as China pushes ahead with rapid model development and global rankings rise.
Technology
Mark Zuckerberg signals potential shift in Meta’s open-source AI strategy
Mark Zuckerberg hints at a more cautious approach to open-source AI as Meta sets its sights on building superintelligence.
Technology
Meta reveals ideal VR game length and hints at future headset redesign
Meta reveals the ideal VR game length is 20–40 minutes, with hints at major headset design changes in future releases.
Business
Facebook ranked the most toxic platform for online harassment, a global survey reveals
Facebook named most toxic platform in survey of land defenders, with online abuse often linked to real-world threats.
Technology
WhatsApp replaces Windows native app with web-based version
Meta replaces WhatsApp’s Windows app with a web-based version, reducing performance and integration with Windows 11.
Business
Meta refuses to sign the EU’s AI code of practice, citing legal concerns
Meta declines to sign the EU's AI Code of Practice, citing legal concerns and excessive requirements that exceed the scope of the AI Act.
Technology
Apple may launch an upgraded Vision Pro headset before the end of 2025
Apple is reportedly preparing to launch its second-gen Vision Pro with an M4 chip and better comfort as early as 2025.
