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deepseek app Germany's data regulator has sounded an alarm over DeepSeek, a Chinese AI app hosted on Apple and Google platforms, on the grounds of user activity and privacy. The regulator says the app risks the data of European users falling into the hands of Chinese authorities with no recourse to the law. Apple and Google have now been requested to intervene through the EU's Digital Services Act to take down or regulate the app.
Jun 28, 2025
Google launches Gemma 3n Google has announced Gemma 3n, a small AI model that can be used on a device, directly on the smartphones, tablets, or computers and doesn't require an internet connection. It supports text, image, audio, and video, and extends men's powerful Al capabilities to everyday devices. A developer-transparent open-weight model, Gemma 3n, ensures that developers can inspect and fine-tune the system and move towards privacy-prioritized on-device AI
Jun 28, 2025
Asian markets reference image Global stocks gained on Friday as optimism for U.S. interest rate cuts boosted market sentiment. Stocks in Asia rose to multiyear highs, with Japan's Nikkei index topping 40,000. The dollar fell to near a 3.5-year low on worries about Fed independence. The price of oil and gold fell modestly. Markets also liked signs of better U.S.-China trade relations and a bracing of U.S.-Middle East strains.
Jun 27, 2025
Facebook Meta Meta announces major clean energy purchase with Invenergy — 791 megawatts of solar and wind power, which will help power its next-generation AI-powered data centers as demand for Meta's services continues to grow. The deal covers new projects across Ohio, Texas and Arkansas and grows Meta's overall partnership with Invenergy to 1,800 MW, underscoring the tech giant's commitment to sustainable digital infrastructure investment.
Markets reference image Wall Street showed restraint on Wednesday after two days of strong gains. The Nasdaq Composite added 61.02 points, or 0.31%, to settle at 19,973.55. The S&P 500 was flat,falling only 0.02 of a point to close at 6,092.16. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 106.59 points, or 0.25%, to end at 42,982.43. Tech stocks lift Nasdaq, Nvidia becomes world's most valuable company
Jun 26, 2025
Microsoft launches Mu Microsoft has launched a lightweight AI language model that can run on your PC's NPU. Fast and private, Mu allows users to control Windows 11 settings with plain English, even without the cloud. Mu provides real-time performance and strong privacy and signifies another step towards delivering smarter, simplified user experiences on Copilot+ PCs.
Jun 24, 2025
Markets reference image Marketsjumped after Trump declared a ceasefire in the Israel-Iran conflict. Oil prices dropped sharply, with U.S. crude losing 3.4 percent to $66.15. Stocks in Asia, Europe and the U.S. rallied. The dollar slid, gold dipped and focus turned to what the Fed's next signals and U.S. data will bring. The threat of a broader conflict seems to have receded.
Jun 24, 2025
Tesla Robotaxi Tesla has launched its initial robotaxi test fleet in Austin, deploying driverless Model Y cars powered by its FSD software. The service is minimal, with safety monitors onboard and strict passenger rules. Elon Musk sees this as a major step toward a driverless future. Tesla faces tough competition and newly passed Texas regulations as it aims to expand further.
Jun 23, 2025
Midjourney launches V1 AI startup Midjourney has launched its image-to-video generation tool, V1, which helps users transform images into short video clips. The tool is available to all Midjourney users for free at the beginner level, though the company also offers various subscription plans for better results. With V1, the company has already stirred a legal tussle with Disney, which has accused Midjourney of copyright infringement.
Jun 21, 2025
Texas Instruments Texas Instruments has announced investing over $60 billion to expand analog chip manufacturing in the U.S., focusing on foundational semiconductors used in everyday devices. Company has not mentioned the timeframe of investment but has stated that this is part of their long term expansion strategy. The move reduces reliance on foreign manufacturing and supports a more secure U.S. chip supply chain.
Jun 20, 2025