Within the discreet walls of Alphabet’s Santa Barbara facilities, a monumental revolution in technology is brewing. Scientists at Google are betting heavily on the development of advanced quantum computers, a frontier that could redefine the boundaries of computation and artificial intelligence. As Julian Kelly, the director of hardware for Google Quantum AI, insightfully states, the
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A storm has brewed in New Jersey, where the state attorney general’s office has filed a lawsuit against Discord, a platform renowned for connecting gamers via text, voice, and video. The lawsuit, spearheaded by Attorney General Matthew Platkin, accuses Discord of misleading both parents and children regarding the effectiveness of its child safety features. This
In a landscape rife with volatility, ASML, a key player in the semiconductor equipment sector, has sent mixed signals that could foreshadow a tempering of growth. The Dutch company’s recent report revealed net bookings of €3.94 billion ($4.47 billion) for the first quarter of 2025, drastically underwhelming the anticipated €4.89 billion. This shortfall raises alarms
The landscape of global trade is undergoing a seismic shift, particularly as it pertains to one of the defining technologies of our era: semiconductors. The U.S. Commerce Department’s recent announcement of a national security investigation into semiconductor imports underscores a crucial strategic pivot toward safeguarding technological sovereignty. As the specter of dependency on foreign chip
On a notable Monday, Apple Inc. saw its stock surge over 2%, propelling its market capitalization back above the monumental $3 trillion milestone. This uptick came in the wake of recent announcements from the Trump administration regarding tariff exemptions that directly affected technology giants like Apple. The administration’s decision to spare essential items like smartphones,
In a move that has sparked discussions about corporate governance and political alignment within the tech industry, Meta Platforms Inc. has appointed two influential figures to its board of directors: Dina Powell McCormick and Patrick Collison. This strategic infusion of leadership seems aimed at diversifying perspectives but raises eyebrows concerning the company’s embrace of affiliations
In a twist of fate, Amazon’s ambitious project to revolutionize internet access from space faced an unexpected hurdle due to inclement weather. The company was all set to deploy 27 Kuiper satellites aboard a United Launch Alliance (ULA) rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida. However, “stubborn cumulus clouds” and intense winds forced ULA to halt countdown
The European Union’s recent initiative to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) industry marks a significant shift in its approach to technology and innovation. Responding to escalating critiques that its regulations stifle growth, the EU has laid out a comprehensive “AI Continent Action Plan,” designed to position Europe as a formidable competitor against established giants like
In the volatile world of the automotive market, few names resonate louder than Tesla, Inc. CEO Elon Musk. Recently, the company has faced a significant downturn in its stock value, following a dramatic decline for four consecutive days. As the financial landscape shifts beneath his feet, Musk has chosen to channel his frustrations in a
In a significant ruling marked by the commitment to transparency, Apple has emerged victorious in its ongoing battle with the U.K. government concerning data privacy. The U.K.’s Investigatory Powers Tribunal ruled against the government’s attempt to keep the details of Apple’s appeal secret, which sought to compel the tech giant to create a backdoor into