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UK says Adobe's $20B deal for Figma would hurt graphic design market
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has objected to Adobe's acquisition of graphic design company Figma, adding to the EU and US concerns about the deal.
Apple and the wireless industry invite you aboard Qi2
Charging devices that support the iPhone-friendly Qi2 wireless charging standard are on the way. Android users shouldn’t be upset, as some Android manufacturers might eventually support it in their products.
Amazon Braket Direct program to help reserve quantum computers
The new program allows researchers to cut through waiting queues or wait times while providing the option to connect with experts to seek guidance on quantum workloads.
EU Commission to Amazon: iRobot purchase could leave competitors in the dust
Regulators have expressed formal objections to the proposed $1.7-billion buyout of the robotic vacuum maker over concerns it will limit competition.
New Amazon Lex AI features aim to let developers quickly build, enhance bots
Amazon has added generative AI capabilities to Lex, its chatbot development tool.
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Google US antitrust trial: A timeline
The biggest antitrust trial of the century has kicked off, targeting Google's search business, and a second trial against the tech giant, focusing on advertising, is scheduled for next year. Here's an updated, play-by-play account of...
6+ issues for autonomous vehicles (and any Apple Car)
We've been waiting for autonomous transport for years, and while the underlying artificial intelligence may be improving, big problems remain to solve before AVs hit the road.
Alibaba shutters quantum computing efforts
In the same month that Alibaba shelved plans to spin off its cloud computing arm, the e-commerce and cloud computing company has now shuttered its quantum computing research laboratory.
How to use a smartphone as a mobile hotspot
Using your phone as a hotspot makes the internet available just about anywhere and anytime. With 5G speeds thrown in, it’s a solution that rivals your office Wi-Fi.
US, UK, Japan, and other major powers sign AI security accord
The agreement, which excludes China, includes recommendations for monitoring AI systems for abuse, protecting data, and vetting software suppliers.
Windows-as-an-app is coming
Who needs a Windows PC when you can run the operating system as a desktop-as-a-service on your Chromebook, Linux box, or Mac?
Digital advocacy group criticizes current scope of the EU AI Act
In an open letter signed by members of Digital Europe, the group warned that over-regulation of the AI industry could negatively impact the region’s ability to become a global leader in the technology.
India launches global repository of Digital Public Infrastructure
The Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository initiative allows the sharing of successful local projects that might have universal appeal.
Microsoft Forms cheat sheet: How to get started
Online forms are an excellent way to conduct research, collect feedback, test knowledge, and more. Here’s how to use Microsoft Forms to create surveys, feedback forms, quizzes, and other interactive forms.
Sam Altman returns to OpenAI after agreement reached
Both investors and employees rallied hard for Altman's return after he was fired from the company on November 17.
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10 top file-sharing services: Dropbox, Box, Google Drive, OneDrive, and more
Most file-sharing services have evolved into full-blown collaboration platforms. We look at 10 online services ranging from basic to enterprise-level.
Windows 10 Insider Previews: A guide to the builds
Get the latest info on new preview builds for Windows 10 22H2 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for Build 19045.3757 for the Release Preview Channel, released on Nov. 20, 2023.
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Tech layoffs in 2023: A timeline
Facing an uncertain global economy and slowing revenue growth, technology companies have picked up the pace of layoffs in 2023. Here's an updated timeline of notable layoffs, and reasons why Big Tech is in turmoil.
Amazon to cut jobs at Alexa unit to sharpen focus on generative AI
Amazon’s Alexa division is set to suffer another round of job cuts as the company plans to discontinue some initiatives in favor of new generative AI projects.
