Sep 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Meta is migrating internal communications from Google Chat to Slack after its AI chief named Slack the strongest platform for AI agents. Slack's integrations and developer tools were cited as the main reason. European governments are taking the opposite approach, choosing sovereign, self-hosted suites over Silicon Valley platforms. EU rules are making it easier and cheaper for customers to switch.
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Aug 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A consortium of top Wall Street firms is reportedly working with Nvidia on a $500 billion AI infrastructure deal. The agreement could be announced as early as Monday, according to sources. The reports have reignited concerns about circular dealmaking and the financial risks of the AI buildout.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday denounced US 'meddling' in Mexico's politics after the State Department revoked the visa of Andrés Manuel López Beltrán, son of former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. Sheinbaum reiterated that Mexico seeks 'coordination, not subordination' in bilateral ties, vowing not to bow to Washington's pressure. The rift adds to tensions over US demands for a crackdown on cartels and corruption.
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Aug 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
The FCC has expanded its Covered List to include foreign-made robots, drones, and routers, citing national security concerns. Existing devices in U.S. homes are not affected, but new models may face delays or restrictions. Major robot vacuum brands are reviewing the ruling, and experts point to past FCC actions as a guide. Here’s what consumers should know before buying a robot vacuum.
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Aug 12, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Mark Zuckerberg published a 6,500-word manifesto about personal AI and superintelligence, promising a future with personalized tutors and lawyers for everyone. But the essay avoids serious AI harms, from academic cheating to legal complexity, and reinforces public distrust. The piece highlights why trust-building remains a major challenge for the tech industry.
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Aug 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple pulled Telegram from the App Store after finding child sexual abuse material, then reinstated it after the developer removed the content and banned the user. Telegram responded with a sarcastic post, noting its safety efforts. This is not the first time Apple and Telegram have clashed over content moderation.
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Jul 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Prentis, a new AI research lab co-founded by Ritankar Das, Reid Hoffman, and Mark Pincus, is raising $100 million at a $1 billion valuation. The startup builds computer-use models that automate routine office tasks and claims its model outperforms top rivals. Early customer contracts total up to $50 million.
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Jul 29, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
BTS has announced it will not submit its music for the 2026 Grammy Awards, a decision widely seen as a response to the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The group stated that music should not be divided by region or language. The announcement comes despite a career-defining year with the album ARIRANG and single SWIM achieving massive commercial success. The move has reignited debate on whether such category segmentation limits Asian artists' opportunities in general fields.
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Jul 13, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
U.S.-linked wallets traded $571 million in political contracts on Polymarket over the past year, despite the platform legally barring American users. On-chain data from Allium shows Americans bet more on geopolitics than elections, favoring foreign conflict markets absent from regulated U.S. venues. The persistent activity underscores regulatory challenges.
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Jul 11, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Prince Harry's latest UK visit for the Invictus Games has reignited public debate. While he engages in charitable activities, many critics question his presence. The visit also includes a family reunion with King Charles after years of estrangement.
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Jul 08, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Mick Jagger recalls his Singlish moments from the Rolling Stones' 2014 Singapore show, expressing hope to return. The band's 25th album 'Foreign Tongues' drops July 10, featuring collaborations and an AI-de-aged music video. Jagger discusses balancing vintage gear with modern AI tools in the studio.
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Jul 07, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
After a steep decline in European sales tied to Elon Musk’s political activities, Tesla is bouncing back. The company plans to hire 1,000 new workers at its Berlin Gigafactory and boost production to 7,500 vehicles per week. Registrations in Europe rose 57% from January to May 2026 compared to the same period last year. The comeback comes even as European leaders push for greater tech sovereignty.
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