Monthly Archives: May 2023

Bitcoin rises slightly after key inflation data comes in better than feared

Cryptocurrency prices got a little push higher Wednesday following the April CPI report.

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Vodafone 3G turn-off sparks internet access fears

The network is to begin a UK-wide shutdown of its 3G network in June so it can invest more in 4G and 5G.

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Jed McCaleb’s private space station venture Vast might be more than just science fiction

Some of the biggest names in the space industry are billionaires: Elon Musk. Jeff Bezos. Richard Branson. The newest person to join this small cadre, at least by personal net worth, is Jed McCaleb. His space station company, Vast, is … Continue reading

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Yeah, tech growth is slowing down

Shares of Amplitude, Airbnb and Twilio are down sharply this morning following their earnings results yesterday. It might seem odd to group these companies together given the different sectors they operate in: Amplitude does digital product analytics, Airbnb provides a … Continue reading

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Best Portable Projectors of 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s becoming increasingly important to have access to technology that is portable and convenient. Portable projectors have become a popular choice for individuals who need a compact and lightweight device that can project images or videos … Continue reading

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to testify before Congress for the first time next week

The day prior, Sam Altman will join a bipartisan group of lawmakers for dinner, according to a copy of the invite obtained by NBC News.

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Twitter will encrypt private messages, says Elon Musk

The platform is adding extra security for direct messages, and may also introduce voice and video calls.

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Vanguard trims Indian ride-hailing giant Ola’s valuation by 35%

Ola, an Indian ride-hailing startup, has seen its valuation trimmed by its backer Vanguard amid a weakening global economy that has significantly impacted market capitalizations across numerous public companies. Vanguard cut the valuation of Ani Technologies, Ola’s holding firm, by … Continue reading

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China has its DrakeGPT moment as AI singer goes viral

Mandopop singer Stefanie Sun has gone viral on Bilibili, China’s largest user-generated video streaming site. But the sudden revival of interest in Sun, who hasn’t released an album since 2017, comes not from the artist having another moment of genius. … Continue reading

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House lawmakers to host bipartisan dinner with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Altman, whose company is the developer of ChatGPT, will also testify for the first time on Capitol Hill next week to discuss how to regulate artificial intelligence.

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