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Microsoft wins big as FTC appeal fails in Activision deal

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

In a significant legal win, a US appeals court denied the FTC’s bid to block Microsoft’s massive Activision Blizzard acquisition. The ruling effectively clears the final hurdle for the tech giant, marking a decisive victory over regulatory challenges and a robust push through mega-tech consolidation.

engadget.com / Appeals court once again upholds Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard

theverge.com / FTC loses appeal to stop Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal that already happened

gamespot.com / Microsoft Scores Key Victory In Activision Acquisition, With FTC Appeal Denied

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 9 hours ago #microsoft #antitrust #acquisitions +

Apple Battles Epic in Legal Tussle Over App Store Practices

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 11:20 pm more...

Apple is currently locked in a high-stakes legal dispute stemming from its contentious relationship with Epic Games. A recent contempt ruling threatens to impose hefty penalties, while Apple scrambles for a court stay on its injunction’s lift on external purchase links. Clearly, the drama over app store policies continues to heat up.

cnbc.com / Apple says Epic Games contempt ruling could cost 'substantial sums'

appleinsider.com / Apple seeks stay on allowing external links & purchases during injunction violation appeal

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 2 hours ago #apple #antitrust #law +

Trump administration set to ease chip export restrictions

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

Industry leaders are upbeat as reports suggest the Trump administration will rescind global export curbs on semiconductor technology, easing restrictions that had rattled companies like Nvidia. This potential policy shift could unlock new market opportunities amid escalating international tech tensions.

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venturebeat.com / Nvidia welcomes Trump’s proposal to rescind global chip restrictions

siliconangle.com / After backlash, US scraps Biden administration’s curb on AI chip exports

reuters.com/business / Trump administration to rescind and replace Biden-era global AI chip export curbs - Reuters

theinformation.com / Trump to Rescind Biden’s Global AI Chip Restrictions - The Information

permalink / 7 stories from sources in 9 hours ago #semiconductors #techpolicy #chips #trump +

Anthropic Unveils API for AI-Powered Web Search

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6:20 pm more...

Anthropic has launched its Claude web search API, enabling developers to integrate real-time web access into their applications. This innovative tool aims to redefine how users discover information, heralding a notable shift in the post‑Google landscape as firms increasingly pursue AI-powered search solutions.

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siliconangle.com / Anthropic jumps into internet search, increasing pressure on Google

simonwillison.net / Introducing web search on the Anthropic API

venturebeat.com / Anthropic launches Claude web search API, betting on the future of post-Google information access

techcrunch.com / Anthropic rolls out an API for AI-powered web search

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 7 hours ago #ai #anthropic #aiethics #internet +

Google Rolls Out Gemini App for iPad

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Google has decided that iPads deserve a native AI experience, launching a Gemini app designed exclusively for the tablet’s larger display and multitasking prowess. Gone are the days of squished iPhone versions—users can now enjoy a full-fledged, intelligently crafted interface right on their iPads.

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macrumors.com / Google Gemini App Gets iPad Optimization

theverge.com / Google launched a Gemini app for iPad

engadget.com / Google launches a Gemini app for iPad

betanews.com / Google brings Gemini to Apple iPad

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 10 hours ago #google #apps #ipad +

Samsung Unveils Galaxy S25 Edge at Virtual May 12 Event

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:20 pm more...

Samsung is set to officially launch its ultra-thin Galaxy S25 Edge during a virtual Unpacked event on May 12 at 8PM ET. The unveiling promises to showcase a sleeker, nearly featherweight design while tech enthusiasts and skeptics alike wonder if the new edge in aesthetics will translate into real performance gains.

macrumors.com / Samsung's Super Thin 'Galaxy S25 Edge' Will Debut Next Week, Beating iPhone 17 Air

bgr.com / Galaxy S25 Edge will get its own live event on May 12th

pocket-lint.com / Samsung to unveil Galaxy S25 Edge at Virtual Unpacked event on May 12

engadget.com / Samsung is hosting a virtual Unpacked event on May 12 at 8PM ET

permalink / 7 stories from sources in 6 hours ago #mobiletech #samsung #android #technology +

Google implements global business unit layoffs amid restructuring moves

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 8:20 pm more...

Two independent reports confirm that Google is trimming roughly 200 jobs from its global business unit as part of a broader restructuring. Amid the chaos of tech cost-cutting, this move is a stark reminder that even industry giants aren’t immune to market pressures—hard lessons served with a side of corporate dystopia.

reuters.com/business / Google cuts about 200 staff in global business unit, The Information reports - Reuters

theinformation.com / Google Cuts Staff in Global Business Organization - The Information

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 5 hours ago #google #business #jobs +

Arm Stock Falters on Weak Forecast Amid Sales Milestone

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 7:20 pm more...

Despite celebrating a $1 billion sales milestone and strong Q4 numbers, Arm Holdings saw its shares drop after issuing a weak forward guidance. Investors are left scratching their heads as a promising sales report contrasts sharply with the company’s less-than-stellar outlook, fueling concerns about future competitiveness.

siliconangle.com / Arm tops $1B sales milestone, but its stock falls on soft guidance

bloomberg.com/technology / Arm Provides Tepid Forecast, Adding to Caution From Chipmakers - Bloomberg

cnbc.com / Arm shares drop on weak forecast

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 6 hours ago #stockmarket #earnings #business +

OpenAI-FDA Talks Boost AI’s Role in Drug Evaluations

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

High-ranking OpenAI officials have been in discussions with FDA representatives about integrating AI into drug evaluation processes. Both accounts reference a project cderGPT, underscoring industry and regulatory momentum towards AI-driven reforms in healthcare, all while navigating cautious optimism and bureaucratic rigor.

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techcrunch.com / OpenAI and the FDA are reportedly discussing AI for drug evaluations

wired.com / OpenAI and the FDA Are Holding Talks About Using AI In Drug Evaluation

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 8 hours ago #ai #openai #government #pharmaceuticals +

Meta pivots toward facial recognition in smart glasses

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

In a surprising twist, Meta is revisiting facial recognition technology for its new AI smart glasses, a feature it had previously set aside. The tech giant’s renewed interest in the controversial feature raises eyebrow-raising questions about privacy and future user experience innovations.

theinformation.com / Meta Discussed Adding Facial Recognition to Smart Glasses - The Information

engadget.com / Meta is reportedly working on facial recognition for its AI glasses

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 9 hours ago #ar #smartcities #meta #camera +

Tesla’s Robotaxi Trademark Troubles Hit Legal Roadblocks

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 5:20 pm more...

Tesla’s bid to trademark “Robotaxi” has encountered legal hurdles as the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office deemed the term too generic. Both reports detail the same struggle as the company’s efforts to protect its upcoming ride-hailing service hit bureaucratic obstacles, potentially delaying its launch.

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engadget.com / Tesla's 'Robotaxi' brand might be too generic to trademark

techcrunch.com / Tesla’s ‘Robotaxi’ and ‘Cybercab’ trademarks hit roadblocks ahead of June launch

techcrunch.com / Tesla ‘Robotaxi’ trademark refused for being too generic

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 8 hours ago #selfdriving #robotaxis #tesla #law +

Fed Chair Powell’s live briefing on rate policy

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 2:20 pm more...

Fed Chair Powell addressed market concerns with a live update that firmly rejected President Trump’s calls for rate cuts. Speaking amid rising inflation and stagflation fears, Powell outlined the Fed’s commitment to a cautious, measured monetary policy while dismissing politically charged demands for immediate easing.

reuters.com/business / Shares firm on hopes for trade deals, dollar tries to hold post-Fed bounce - Reuters

zerohedge.com / Watch Live: Fed Chair Powell Explains Why It's Different Now Vs September

www.ft.com/ / Federal Reserve warns of rising economic risks as it holds rates steady - Financial Times

zerohedge.com / Fed Rejects Trump Calls To Cut Rates: Warns Of "Increased" Stagflationary "Uncertainty"

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 11 hours ago #banking #finance #treasury #economy +

Starlink benefits from tariff trade war gains

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

Reports indicate that SpaceX’s Starlink is quietly reaping unexpected benefits amid ongoing tariff negotiations, as leaked memos reveal how Trump-era trade policies are inadvertently boosting the satellite service’s market appeal. The trade war squeeze appears to be easing pricing pressures for the service.

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gizmodo.com / Elon Musk’s Starlink Is Quietly Benefiting From Tariff Negotiations

techcrunch.com / SpaceX’s Starlink has become a big benefactor of Trump’s tariff trade war, leaked memos show

arstechnica.com / Starlink: Here’s a free satellite dish—if you pay $120 a month instead of $90

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 9 hours ago #space #tariffs #aerospace +