
Nvidia unveils Vera Rubin, its next AI system, promising 10 times more performance per watt than Blackwell. Set to ship in late 2026, it faces competition from AMD and Google.


David Luan, head of Amazon's AGI lab, is leaving the company after less than two years. His departure comes as Amazon faces challenges in the AI race, particularly with its in-house products.





Adobe Firefly's new Quick Cut feature uses AI to automatically create a first draft of videos from user footage and B-roll, streamlining the editing process.

Japan's antitrust authority has raided Microsoft Japan's offices as part of an investigation into whether the company is hindering customers from using rival cloud services on its Azure platform.






Amazon has launched three new personality styles for Alexa Plus users in the US, allowing for more tailored interactions. The options include Brief, Chill, and Sweet, catering to different user preferences.
The latest edition of The Download explores the intersection of technology and crime, highlighting how advancements like AI and surveillance are reshaping law enforcement and criminal activities.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with President Xi Jinping to discuss AI cooperation as part of efforts to strengthen ties between Germany and China.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with President Xi Jinping to discuss AI cooperation as part of efforts to strengthen ties between Germany and China.

Bain Capital has sold a portion of its shares in Kioxia Holdings, decreasing its stake from 44% to 37%. This move reflects ongoing changes in the semiconductor market, particularly in memory chip production.