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Satya Nadella Names Sam Altman as Head of Microsoft’s New AI Division

In a surprising twist to recent developments in the AI world, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced that Sam Altman, co-founder of OpenAI, will lead a newly established in-house artificial intelligence team at Microsoft. The announcement follows Altman’s unexpected ousting from…

U.S. Government Takes Action Against Solar Scams: A Call for Consumer Help

As the residential solar industry experiences rapid growth, thanks in part to incentives like those in the Inflation Reduction Act, it’s also facing a troubling rise in scams targeting unsuspecting consumers. To combat this issue, the U.S. Department of the…

EU Court Delivers Major Blow to Apple Over $14.4 Billion Tax Bill

In a significant ruling, the European Union’s Court of Justice has upheld a 2016 decision, declaring that Apple must pay a €13 billion ($14.4 billion) tax bill in Ireland—a verdict that strengthens the EU’s ongoing crackdown on preferential tax deals…

Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch on Microsoft’s Partnership, AI Regulation, and Europe’s AI Landscape

Mistral AI, the Paris-based AI startup, has become a European champion in the artificial intelligence space, earning recognition as one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2024. This meteoric rise is partly attributed to the company’s focus on releasing…

Elon Musk to Relocate X, SpaceX Headquarters to Texas in Bold Move

Elon Musk has announced that both X (formerly Twitter) and SpaceX will relocate their headquarters from California to Texas. This decision adds to the billionaire’s ongoing efforts to align with the political right, marking a significant shift away from the…

Cameo CEO Steven Galanis on Rebuilding, Embracing Influencers, and the Future of Fame

In a world where personalized connections with celebrities can feel rare, Cameo has turned a simple concept into a global phenomenon. Through short, personalized video messages, the platform allows fans to request everything from birthday wishes to personalized roasts from…

Mark Zuckerberg Intensifies the Debate on AI’s Future with Open-Source Push

In an era where the battle over AI’s future is reaching a fever pitch, Meta’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, has intensified the debate by advocating for open-source AI development. In a bold move, Zuckerberg released a manifesto alongside Meta’s new series…

DOJ Drops Data Privacy Claims in TikTok Lawsuit, Pursues Child Privacy Violations

The U.S. Justice Department has decided not to pursue allegations that TikTok misled U.S. consumers about its data security, in a significant development concerning its ongoing legal battle. According to sources familiar with the decision, the department will now focus…

A Call for Embracing AI—With a Human Touch

AI is undeniably transforming the world at an unprecedented pace. During a vibrant discussion at the 2024 TIME100 Summit, business leaders from various industries explored how this revolutionary technology is reshaping society and emphasized the importance of pairing innovation with…

Ethical AI: A Call for Responsibility and Innovation at the TIME100 Summit

The convergence of ethics and innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) took center stage at the 2024 TIME100 Summit, where CEOs from leading start-ups and tech giants highlighted the need to align AI development with ethical principles. Held on Wednesday, the…

Tackling Credit Card Debt in a High-Interest Era

Credit card debt in America has reached an unprecedented $986 billion, with millions of Americans grappling with rising interest rates and inflation. For many, the struggle to manage household finances amidst climbing costs feels overwhelming. Kim Hollinger, a 46-year-old teacher…

WeWork Files for Bankruptcy: A Deep Dive into the Office-Sharing Giant’s Collapse

WeWork Inc., once a symbol of startup ambition and innovation, has filed for bankruptcy with nearly $19 billion in debts, marking a dramatic downturn for the company that struggled to recover from the pandemic’s impact. The New York-based co-working firm…