Technology
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Crown Castle Eyes Growth as Spectrum Shift Accelerates US 5G Buildout
Crown Castle outlines its growth path as a pure-play tower operator amid 5G expansion and shifting spectrum dynamics. Long-term master leases, evolving tenant needs, and emerging D2D opportunities hint at a bold new era for mobile infrastructure.
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Tesla Q3 2025 Deliveries Rise as Tax Credit Expiry Sparks Investor Caution
Tesla’s latest quarterly update signals a tricky balance: deliveries edge higher year over year while production slips, just as a major US EV tax credit expires. Market reactions and analyst chatter are shaping expectations as the company maps its next moves. A closer look hints at where momentum might flow despite the headwinds.
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Bay Area AI Coding Rivalry Reshapes Software Development
AI coding tools are shifting from assistive helpers to autonomous teammates, quietly reshaping software development. In the Bay Area’s high-stakes race among labs and startups, human intuition—and a solid grasp of the fundamentals—still steers progress.
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Tilly Norwood: The AI Character Stirring Hollywood’s Debate on Actors’ Rights
– A fully AI-generated character stirs a Hollywood firestorm, reigniting debates over creativity, consent, and the future of acting. As unions weigh in on digital likenesses, the industry faces a pivotal moment. – An AI-created rising star challenges the industry’s ideas of performance and ownership, with ethics and compensation already on the table. The conversation…
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Tilly Norwood AI Avatar Sparks Hollywood Debate on the Future of Acting
Hollywood confronts a turning point as an AI-generated avatar enters the spotlight, sparking a fierce debate over creativity, jobs, and the future of acting. Industry voices weigh the risks and promises of AI in cinema.
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Sony PS5 Pro Europe 2025 Energy-Efficiency Upgrades Rumored
Could Sony be plotting a Europe-first PS5 Pro with subtle upgrades and a stronger focus on energy efficiency? A September 30 launch with a €799.99 price and the same 2TB SSD is floated, but questions remain about a US release. As greener gaming moves into the spotlight, what could this mean for Sony’s evolving console…
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Sony Rolls Out 13.02 PS4 Update to Tighten Security Alongside PS5 Patch
A fresh PS4 firmware tightens security and aims to block jailbreaking, echoing a PS5 patch. While a prior update teased UI tweaks, users report a smoother PS4 Pro experience. These ongoing changes highlight Sony’s push to keep the system secure and user-friendly.
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David Schwartz Departs as Ripple’s CTO, Hinting at a New XRP Ledger Era
After 13 years at Ripple, David Schwartz signals a new chapter as he steps back from daily duties but stays deeply involved. He hints at exciting directions for the XRP Ledger—decentralization, stablecoins, and tokenized assets—leaving the XRP community with plenty to watch in the months ahead.
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Logitech MX Master 4 Debuts at $120 with Advanced Haptics and Gesture Controls
Logitech raises the bar once again with the MX Master 4. The familiar ergonomic silhouette pairs with fresh tricks—haptic feedback, expanded gesture controls, and a redesigned control surface—crafted for serious productivity. At around $120, it’s worth a look to see how this upgrade could fit into your long workdays.
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China’s J-36 Sixth-Generation Fighter Stuns with Vertical Loop Footage
Fresh footage offers a rare glimpse of China’s J-36—a stealthy, three‑engine fighter showing striking vertical agility. The demonstration signals a bold leap toward next‑generation air power and a shifting balance in global aerial dominance. As nations watch, the implications for regional security and future air battles are bound to spark debate.
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Nvidia-Backed CoreWeave Soars on AI GPU Boom as Profitability Remains Elusive
A cloud player in the AI era is turning heads with GPU-on-demand access and a close Nvidia partnership. With big bets on next-gen hardware and a surge in revenue momentum, CoreWeave is capturing investor attention even as it forges ahead on profitability. A look at how this AI infrastructure play is shaping the cloud race.
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Xicoia to Launch Hyperreal AI Stars at Zurich Film Festival
Introducing Xicoia: an AI talent studio poised to redefine digital stardom with hyperreal, emotionally intelligent personas. These aren’t static avatars—each character carries backstories, evolving voices, and platform-tuned interactions. Meet Tilly Norwood, the first AI persona drawing early attention, as a vast universe of characters begins to unfold across film, games, and beyond.
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Huawei Sets Stage for Open-Source AI by 2025 with New Toolkits and Open Models
Huawei unveiled a bold open-source AI roadmap at Connect 2025, targeting year-end release of core tools, Mind kits, and foundation models. With CANN interface openness, UB OS integration, and PyTorch/vLLM compatibility, the move aims to boost community collaboration—even as licensing and governance details remain to be clarified. A new era for open AI development could…
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Swift Bets on Blockchain for Real-Time Global Payments
Swift is testing a blockchain-based ledger with more than 30 banks to speed up and secure cross-border payments. The prototype, powered by Consensys technology, hints at real-time processing and reduced costs—signaling a bold shift in global finance.
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Xiaomi 17 Pro Series Debuts Back Display, Signaling a New Era for Flagship Design
Xiaomi’s 17 Pro duo introduces a bold new look with a second screen on the back. This clever twist aims to boost selfies, notifications, and gaming without folding tech, signaling a fresh design direction for flagship phones. A teaser of what premium phones might become.
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Anthropic’s Claude Sonnet 4.5 Extends Autonomous Coding to 30 Hours
Anthropic just unveiled Claude Sonnet 4.5, a new AI built for long-running, autonomous coding and smarter user interactions. Capable of handling tasks for up to 30 hours straight, it signals a bold shift in AI-powered development tools. As rivals race to outpace each other, Sonnet 4.5 could reshuffle how developers collaborate with machines.
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AI Hiring Experiment in Swedish Fintech Raises Questions About the Future of Jobs
A bold AI experiment in Sweden sparks a conversation about the real-world costs and benefits of replacing people with machines. When automation meets service quality and business value, the pivot back to human workers tells a nuanced tale about balance, trust, and the future of work. A candid look at how innovation, risk, and human…
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Tilly Norwood: AI Actress Sparks Hollywood Backlash Over AI in Entertainment
An AI-generated actress sparks a Hollywood firestorm, fueling a heated debate over identity, creativity, and the future of performance. As industry voices weigh in on authenticity and representation, the boundaries between innovation and craft are pushed to the edge.
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Red Lobster and SoundHound AI Announce AI-Powered Phone Ordering
Red Lobster teams up with SoundHound AI to debut an AI-powered phone ordering system aimed at smoothing takeout and cutting wait times. The technology handles high call volumes, answers menu questions, and routes orders straight to the kitchen—with a live-agent option for a personal touch.
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Celanese Deploys Private 5G at Texas Plants with NTT Data and Celona
Celanese’s Texas plants are piloting a private 5G network built with Celona and NTT Data to boost safety, automate operations, and deliver reliable outdoor connectivity. The rollout hints at a broader industrial IoT path with potential global expansion across Celanese facilities.
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YouTube Debuts Hide Button for End Screens and Drops Hover-to-Subscribe on Desktop
Two YouTube tweaks put the viewer first: a new “Hide” button to dismiss end screens on a per-video basis, and the removal of the hover-to-subscribe watermark. Expect fewer interruptions with only a minimal impact on creators.