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Tesla, the leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has initiated significant price cuts in major markets, including the United States, China, and Germany, as it contends with intensifying competition and dwindling sales. The company announced substantial reductions in the prices of several models in mainland China, its largest overseas market. The starting prices for four models…
Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking artificial intelligence technology capable of bringing static faces to life, allowing for realistic animations synchronized with audio clips. Known as VASA-1, the AI model was revealed by Microsoft researchers last week. It has the remarkable ability to transform a still image of a face into a lifelike video, complete with…
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, has announced the postponement of his planned visit to India, citing pressing obligations at Tesla as the reason for the delay. Scheduled for next week, Musk’s visit to India was highly anticipated, with expectations of meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussions regarding Tesla’s potential factory in the…
During the 1990s, a beloved icon of American automotive culture began to fade into obscurity: the two-door car. Once synonymous with style and extravagance, these vehicles, often referred to as “personal luxury coupés,” gradually disappeared from the mainstream, leaving behind a legacy of elegance and nostalgia. Models like the Chrysler Cordoba, Buick Riviera, Cadillac Eldorado,…
In a bid to revolutionize the payment experience, fintech company Sentry Enterprises has introduced an innovative platform called Radiance, showcasing credit cards equipped with eye-catching OLED displays that illuminate upon each transaction. The Radiance platform marks a significant leap in card design, allowing issuers to incorporate vibrant OLED displays into their cards, enhancing brand visibility…
Microsoft’s highly anticipated Xbox Mastercard, initially unveiled last year, has officially launched nationwide, extending its enticing benefits to all eligible US residents. Following a successful pilot phase with members of the Xbox Insider program, the Xbox Mastercard is now accessible to individuals aged 18 and above across all 50 states. Issued in partnership with Barclays,…
In a significant advancement in military technology, the US Air Force has confirmed the successful testing of an AI-controlled fighter jet engaged in a dogfight against human pilots last year. The endeavour, part of the Air Combat Evolution (ACE) program, saw the US Air Force Test Pilot School and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency…
TikTok finds itself once again at the centre of a heated debate in Washington as House Republicans add a pivotal bill to a broader foreign aid package aimed at assisting Israel and Ukraine. The bill, if passed, could potentially lead to a nationwide ban of the popular social media app in the United States. House…
In a strategic move that defied expectations, Netflix witnessed a surge in subscriber numbers, surpassing 9 million additions in the first quarter of the year, reaching a record high of 269.6 million subscribers. This remarkable growth comes in the wake of the streaming giant’s crackdown on password sharing, indicating the widespread prevalence of this practice…
Wayfair, the prominent online retailer specializing in furniture and home furnishings, is poised to make its first venture into physical retail with the opening of its inaugural flagship store next month. Announced on Thursday, the new Wayfair store, spanning an expansive 150,000 square feet, will be situated in Edens Plaza in Wilmette, Illinois. Scheduled to…
