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TikTok Faces Potential U.S. Ban as Appeals Court Affirms Biden-Era Legislation
TikTok faces a looming ban in the United States as a federal appeals court unanimously upheld a law that could force the popular social media platform to divest from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, or cease operations by January 19, 2025. The decision marks a significant setback for TikTok, which has vowed to fight the legislation aimed at addressing national security concerns related to data privacy and foreign influence. 
TikTok faces a looming ban in the United States as a federal appeals court unanimously upheld a law that could force the popular social media platform to divest from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, or cease operations by January 19, 2025. The decision marks a significant setback for TikTok, which has vowed to fight the legislation aimed at addressing national security concerns related to data privacy and foreign influence. -
OpenAI Unveils $200 Monthly ChatGPT Pro Tier, Offers Exclusive Access to Advanced Reasoning Model
OpenAI on Wednesday launched a new subscription tier for its flagship ChatGPT service, setting a $200 monthly price tag for a package that includes unlimited access to the company's advanced O1 model and an exclusive "pro mode" designed for tackling the toughest reasoning tasks. This move not only underscores OpenAI's push to expand revenue streams but also signals a strategic bet that some businesses, developers, and power users will pay a premium for more sophisticated artificial intelligence capabilities. 
OpenAI on Wednesday launched a new subscription tier for its flagship ChatGPT service, setting a $200 monthly price tag for a package that includes unlimited access to the company's advanced O1 model and an exclusive "pro mode" designed for tackling the toughest reasoning tasks. This move not only underscores OpenAI's push to expand revenue streams but also signals a strategic bet that some businesses, developers, and power users will pay a premium for more sophisticated artificial intelligence capabilities. -
DeepMind’s Genie 2 Pushes Boundaries of Gaming with AI-Created Virtual Worlds
Google's DeepMind has taken a giant leap forward in artificial intelligence with the launch of Genie 2, a model capable of generating playable 3D game worlds from simple text or image prompts. Building on the success of its predecessor, Genie 1, which focused on 2D simulations, this latest innovation transforms the potential of AI in gaming and interactive environments. Announced Wednesday, Genie 2 represents a significant milestone in AI research and creative applications. 
Google's DeepMind has taken a giant leap forward in artificial intelligence with the launch of Genie 2, a model capable of generating playable 3D game worlds from simple text or image prompts. Building on the success of its predecessor, Genie 1, which focused on 2D simulations, this latest innovation transforms the potential of AI in gaming and interactive environments. Announced Wednesday, Genie 2 represents a significant milestone in AI research and creative applications. -
Alibaba-Backed Xreal Takes on Meta with New AR Glasses Featuring Custom Chip
Xreal, the Alibaba-backed leader in augmented reality (AR) glasses, has announced its most advanced product yet, the Xreal One Series, in an effort to solidify its position in the burgeoning AR market. The new glasses, which integrate the proprietary X1 chip, aim to elevate the AR experience while competing with similar innovations from Meta, Snap, and other tech giants. 
Xreal, the Alibaba-backed leader in augmented reality (AR) glasses, has announced its most advanced product yet, the Xreal One Series, in an effort to solidify its position in the burgeoning AR market. The new glasses, which integrate the proprietary X1 chip, aim to elevate the AR experience while competing with similar innovations from Meta, Snap, and other tech giants. -
Apple Delays M5 iPad Pro Launch to Late 2025: Report
Apple's next-generation iPad Pro, set to debut its groundbreaking M5 chip, won't reach mass production until the latter half of 2025, according to renowned industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The delay marks a significant departure from Apple's usual update schedule and raises questions about its approach to rolling out new hardware. 
Apple's next-generation iPad Pro, set to debut its groundbreaking M5 chip, won't reach mass production until the latter half of 2025, according to renowned industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The delay marks a significant departure from Apple's usual update schedule and raises questions about its approach to rolling out new hardware. -
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored for 2026 Could Revive a Stagnant Market
Apple is expected to make a major entry into the foldable smartphone market by 2026, according to industry reports. Display analyst Ross Young has suggested that the tech giant's first foldable iPhone could reinvigorate a sector that has seen a slowdown in recent years. The foldable market, once characterized by rapid growth, has recently stagnated, with declining shipments and tepid demand for flagship devices from competitors like Samsung and Huawei. 
Apple is expected to make a major entry into the foldable smartphone market by 2026, according to industry reports. Display analyst Ross Young has suggested that the tech giant's first foldable iPhone could reinvigorate a sector that has seen a slowdown in recent years. The foldable market, once characterized by rapid growth, has recently stagnated, with declining shipments and tepid demand for flagship devices from competitors like Samsung and Huawei. -
Apple Offers $1 Billion to Lift Indonesia’s iPhone 16 Ban: Report
Indonesia has announced that Apple Inc. is prepared to invest $1 billion in the country in an effort to lift a ban on the sale of its flagship iPhone 16. The ban was imposed due to non-compliance with domestic content requirements for smartphones and tablets. 
Indonesia has announced that Apple Inc. is prepared to invest $1 billion in the country in an effort to lift a ban on the sale of its flagship iPhone 16. The ban was imposed due to non-compliance with domestic content requirements for smartphones and tablets. -
SpaceX’s Value Skyrockets to $350 Billion in Potential Insider Stock Deal
Elon Musk's SpaceX, the privately held aerospace company revolutionizing space travel, is reportedly on the brink of a significant valuation surge. Sources familiar with the matter reveal the company is in discussions to conduct an insider share sale that could elevate its valuation to approximately $350 billion, cementing its position as the world's most valuable private startup. 
Elon Musk's SpaceX, the privately held aerospace company revolutionizing space travel, is reportedly on the brink of a significant valuation surge. Sources familiar with the matter reveal the company is in discussions to conduct an insider share sale that could elevate its valuation to approximately $350 billion, cementing its position as the world's most valuable private startup. -
Australia Enacts World-First Ban on Social Media for Under-16s Amid Backlash from Industry and Advocates
The Australian Parliament has approved a landmark law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms, making the country the first in the world to implement such sweeping restrictions. The controversial legislation, passed with bipartisan support, imposes fines of up to AUD 50 million ($33 million) on platforms that fail to comply. While supporters argue the measure addresses the growing concerns about online harm to children, critics warn it could create new problems and infringe on rights. 
The Australian Parliament has approved a landmark law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms, making the country the first in the world to implement such sweeping restrictions. The controversial legislation, passed with bipartisan support, imposes fines of up to AUD 50 million ($33 million) on platforms that fail to comply. While supporters argue the measure addresses the growing concerns about online harm to children, critics warn it could create new problems and infringe on rights. -
Apple's iPhone 17 Pro and Air Rumored to Usher in Significant Changes
As anticipation builds for Apple's next-generation smartphones, early rumors about the iPhone 17 series, expected to launch in late 2025, are already capturing the tech world's attention. Sources close to the company suggest the iPhone 17 lineup will introduce significant changes, including a thinner, ultra-light model dubbed the "iPhone 17 Air" and a performance-focused iPhone 17 Pro, setting the stage for a potential leap forward in design and functionality. 
As anticipation builds for Apple's next-generation smartphones, early rumors about the iPhone 17 series, expected to launch in late 2025, are already capturing the tech world's attention. Sources close to the company suggest the iPhone 17 lineup will introduce significant changes, including a thinner, ultra-light model dubbed the "iPhone 17 Air" and a performance-focused iPhone 17 Pro, setting the stage for a potential leap forward in design and functionality.
