Canoo, an electric vehicle startup founded in 2017, has been making headlines lately, but not for the reasons it would hope for. After announcing a temporary furlough for a substantial portion of its workforce, the company has now implemented a “mandatory unpaid break” for the remaining employees, effectively locking them out of their systems. The
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In a world where gaming has transcended traditional platforms, the emergence of innovative tools that enhance mobile gaming is a testament to the industry’s evolution. Recently, 19-year-old Josh King proposed a highly ambitious vision, claiming his 3D-printed gamepad would revolutionize the mobile gaming landscape. While initially met with skepticism, particularly due to its audacious comparison
In May 2020, an obscure yet pivotal lawsuit was initiated against Ross Intelligence, a pioneering legal AI startup, by the media and technology powerhouse, Thomson Reuters. This lawsuit, which asserted that Ross Intelligence infringed upon US copyright laws by leveraging materials from Westlaw, the proprietary legal research platform of Thomson Reuters, may have seemed like
In a significant move to reshape patient care, Suki, a health-care artificial intelligence startup, has unveiled a strategic collaboration with Google Cloud. This partnership is emblematic of Suki’s ambition to transcend its initial focus on clinical documentation and venture into more expansive realms of patient interaction and management. By leveraging Google Cloud’s Vertex AI platform,
The burgeoning field of autonomous vehicles just took a significant turn as Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, announced an ambitious plan to test its self-driving technology in Tokyo starting in early 2025. This marks Waymo’s first substantial venture beyond U.S. borders, hinting at the growing recognition of global markets in the rapidly evolving landscape of
As we step further into the 21st century, the landscape of corporate structures and operations stands on the precipice of a revolutionary transformation. Traditionally dominated by hierarchical models established in the mid-19th century, the corporate world has adhered to these layered methodologies for managing people and processes. However, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its applications increasingly encroach upon fields traditionally governed by human empathy and emotional intelligence. The rise of social-emotional AI signifies a significant shift in how we perceive essential roles such as therapists, educators, and coaches. While AI-driven platforms have gained traction in educational and human services, they raise
In a significant move signaling a heightened focus on emerging technologies, President-elect Donald Trump has appointed David Sacks as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” This decision is emblematic of the administration’s ambition to position the United States as a frontrunner in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency, which have been highlighted
The appointment of David Sacks, a notable venture capitalist and podcaster, as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar” marks a significant convergence of technology and governance. Announced by President-elect Donald Trump on Truth Social, Sacks’ new role signals a concerted effort by the Trump administration to shape policies surrounding artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. This
In a notable development for both the tech and defense sectors, OpenAI, the organization behind ChatGPT, has formally partnered with Anduril, a startup specializing in advanced military technologies like drones and missile systems. This partnership reflects an evident shift within Silicon Valley, where a growing number of technology firms are reevaluating their stance on collaboration