Tech and Innovation

Hiroshi Mikitani, founder and CEO of Rakuten Group Inc., has underscored the critical role of the company’s telecommunications division in driving growth through artificial intelligence. Despite entering Japan’s wireless market four years ago, Rakuten has continued to report financial losses. Mikitani stated that the mobile division, which now serves over...

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is encountering significant challenges in its efforts to bring advanced chip production to its new Arizona facility, as the plant is unlikely to implement the company’s most cutting-edge technology before its factories in Taiwan. This delay, according to TSMC CEO and Chairman C.C. Wei, stems...

Zhou Chaonan has earned a coveted spot among China’s elite circle of female billionaires and joined the global ranks of the 500 wealthiest individuals. This remarkable achievement comes on the heels of her company’s skyrocketing stock performance, which has positioned it as a key player in the field of artificial...

Delaware-based Open.cx, a trailblazer in AI-driven customer support, has announced raising $1.52 million (€1.48 million) in a pre-seed funding round. The investment, secured from prominent backers including Y Combinator, Spacetime (the investment arm of Mollie and Bird founder Adriaan Mol), Koen Köppen (Mollie CEO), Pioneer Fund, Kulveer Taggar, Propeller Fund,...

This morning’s much-anticipated launch of Jeff Bezos’ New Glenn rocket was abruptly called off just six minutes before its scheduled liftoff at 08:15 GMT (03:15 EST). The postponement, attributed to a "vehicle subsystem issue," has left the team at Blue Origin reassessing their plans for the rocket's first orbital flight....

For individuals who plan to make use of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), understanding the services offered by NDIS-approved providers can be important when it comes to choosing the right support. NDIS-approved providers are authorised to deliver a wide range of services designed to empower individuals with disabilities, enhance...

Microsoft has unveiled plans to invest $3 billion in India over the next two years to bolster its artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud capabilities, including the development of new data centers. The announcement was made by CEO Satya Nadella, who emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing AI innovation in the...

Do you feel like poor queue management is costing you customers? Crowded lines and wasted time frustrate both staff and visitors, driving business to competitors who value efficiency. Queue management goes beyond handling lines — it enhances the customer experience through innovative solutions. Modern solutions like a virtual queue system provide...

At a recent strategy meeting held at Google's headquarters, CEO Sundar Pichai outlined the company's vision for 2025, describing it as a crucial year for navigating escalating competition and advancements in artificial intelligence. Addressing employees on December 18, Pichai reportedly underscored the high stakes involved, calling the current period a...

KULR Technology Group, a space technology company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), has made a significant foray into cryptocurrency by acquiring Bitcoin worth $21 million. The company announced on December 26 that it had purchased 217.18 Bitcoins at an average price of $96,556.53 per coin. This acquisition...