Author Archives: Techme101

Apple is left without a life raft as Trump’s China trade war intensifies, analysts warn

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Techme101

Apple remains stranded without a life raft, experts say, as tariffs on China reach a cumulative 145%.

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Lucid Motors wins bankruptcy auction for Nikola’s Arizona factory and other assets

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Techme101

EV startup Lucid Motors has emerged as a surprise winner in the bankruptcy auction for electric trucking company Nikola’s Arizona factory and other assets, according a late Thursday night court filing. Lucid committed around $30 million in cash and non-cash … Continue reading →

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iPhone Price Could Triple Due to Escalating US-China Tariff War

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Techme101

A tech analyst warns that an iPhone could cost up to $3,500 if made in the USA.

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Tesla used car listings skyrocketed in March

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Techme101

A growing number of Tesla owners are putting their used vehicles up for sale, as consumers react to Elon Musk’s political activities and the global protests they have fueled. In March, the number of used Tesla vehicles listed for sale … Continue reading →

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OpenAI’s Countersuit of Elon Musk Alleges Harassment and ‘Sham’ Takeover Bid

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

OpenAI defends its shift to a for-profit model, citing funding needs and mission alignment, as Musk’s lawsuit threatens its future ahead of a 2026 trial.

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Stripe CEO says he ensures his top leaders interview a customer twice a month

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

Digital payments platform Stripe invites customers to join its management team meetings on a bi-weekly basis so it can get “candid feedback,” according to co-founder Patrick Collison. In an April 8 post on X, the fintech giant’s CEO said the … Continue reading →

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How Chef Robotics found success by turning away its original customers

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

A few years ago, Chef Robotics was hurting. But founder Rajat Bhageria turned it around by doing something that early-stage founders fear to do.

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Trump’s Trade War Is Strengthening China’s Soft Power

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

President Trump’s tariffs are boosting China’s global image even as they threaten to decimate its economy.

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Fintech founder charged with fraud after ‘AI’ shopping app found to be powered by humans in the Philippines

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

Albert Saniger, the founder and former CEO of Nate, an AI shopping app that promised a “universal” checkout experience, was charged with defrauding investors on Wednesday, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Justice. Founded in 2018, … Continue reading →

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Yahoo removes DEI pages from its website

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Techme101

Several tech companies have scaled back public commitments to DEI amid a broader crackdown by the Trump administration.

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