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TikTok Undertakes Layoffs Amidst Tech Industry Downturn
The global technology landscape is witnessing a significant workforce reduction, and the latest to join this trend is the popular video-sharing platform TikTok. According to employee reports, TikTok is laying off approximately 60 employees, primarily from its sales and advertising division. 
The global technology landscape is witnessing a significant workforce reduction, and the latest to join this trend is the popular video-sharing platform TikTok. According to employee reports, TikTok is laying off approximately 60 employees, primarily from its sales and advertising division. -
Sony Abandons $10 Billion Merger with Zee, Citing Unmet Conditions
Sony Group's ambitious plan to merge its Indian unit with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, forming a $10 billion media giant, has unexpectedly collapsed. 
Sony Group's ambitious plan to merge its Indian unit with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, forming a $10 billion media giant, has unexpectedly collapsed. -
Palworld Faces Backlash for Pokémon-Like Character Designs Amid Rising Popularity
The recent emergence of "Palworld" has garnered significant attention, particularly for its striking resemblance to the iconic "Pokémon" series. 
The recent emergence of "Palworld" has garnered significant attention, particularly for its striking resemblance to the iconic "Pokémon" series. -
TSMC Posts Strong Q4 Results, Defying Economic Headwinds
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported stronger-than-expected profits and revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite weaker macroeconomic conditions, TSMC's performance underscores the company's robust position in the semiconductor industry. 
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, reported stronger-than-expected profits and revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023. Despite weaker macroeconomic conditions, TSMC's performance underscores the company's robust position in the semiconductor industry. -
Samsung Galaxy S24's AI Features: Free Now, But Not Forever
Samsung Electronics Co. has recently made a significant splash in the smartphone market with the launch of its Galaxy S24 series, featuring an array of advanced AI-powered functionalities. However, in a surprising turn of events, it appears these cutting-edge features might not remain free indefinitely. 
Samsung Electronics Co. has recently made a significant splash in the smartphone market with the launch of its Galaxy S24 series, featuring an array of advanced AI-powered functionalities. However, in a surprising turn of events, it appears these cutting-edge features might not remain free indefinitely. -
Arctic Blast Causes Widespread Tesla Charging Issues
As temperatures plummet in the Chicago area due to an Arctic air mass, Tesla owners are facing a significant hurdle: difficulties in charging their electric vehicles (EVs). Amid the freezing conditions, several Tesla motorists reported being stranded at charging stations with dead batteries, while others experienced excessively long charging times. 
As temperatures plummet in the Chicago area due to an Arctic air mass, Tesla owners are facing a significant hurdle: difficulties in charging their electric vehicles (EVs). Amid the freezing conditions, several Tesla motorists reported being stranded at charging stations with dead batteries, while others experienced excessively long charging times. -
AMD Stock Soars 8% Amid Optimistic Outlook for AI Chip Demand from Tech Giants
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) saw its stock price surge by over 8% to $158.74, marking its highest close since November 2021 and nearing its historical peak by about 2%. Wall Street analysts are optimistic about the potential boost in AMD's AI chip sales driven by demand from tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI. 
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) saw its stock price surge by over 8% to $158.74, marking its highest close since November 2021 and nearing its historical peak by about 2%. Wall Street analysts are optimistic about the potential boost in AMD's AI chip sales driven by demand from tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI. -
Baidu's Stock Plummets Amid Concerns Over AI Technology and PLA Links
Baidu Inc., often hailed as China's leading AI developer, faced a significant setback as its shares plunged sharply, the most in over a year, amid concerns over its artificial intelligence technology's alleged links to Chinese military research. This development underscores the vulnerability of China's tech sector to geopolitical tensions and the heavy influence of US policy decisions. 
Baidu Inc., often hailed as China's leading AI developer, faced a significant setback as its shares plunged sharply, the most in over a year, amid concerns over its artificial intelligence technology's alleged links to Chinese military research. This development underscores the vulnerability of China's tech sector to geopolitical tensions and the heavy influence of US policy decisions. -
Apple's Price Cuts: A Strategy to Combat Sluggish Sales and Market Pressures in China?
On January 15, Apple China launched an unusual promotional event on its official website, offering discounts on various products from January 18 to 21. This included a 500 yuan price reduction on all four models of the iPhone 15 series, up to 800 yuan off certain 
On January 15, Apple China launched an unusual promotional event on its official website, offering discounts on various products from January 18 to 21. This included a 500 yuan price reduction on all four models of the iPhone 15 series, up to 800 yuan off certain -
Strategic Launch of Galaxy S24 Ultra Marks Samsung's AI Ambition
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy S24 Ultra, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey. The upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is more than just a product launch; it's a strategic maneuver poised to redefine Samsung's market position and technological prowess. 
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy S24 Ultra, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey. The upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is more than just a product launch; it's a strategic maneuver poised to redefine Samsung's market position and technological prowess.
