Sony AI has launched a new fairness benchmark for computer vision models that addresses bias issues in AI. The dataset was collected with consent from participants across 81 countries, unlike many existing benchmarks that use scraped data.
Robinhood just reported blockbuster third-quarter results that smashed Wall Street expectations. The trading platform doubled its revenue while net income surged to $556 million, continuing its hot streak as one of 2024’s top-performing tech stocks.
Apple is rolling out Enhanced Safety Alerts in iOS 26.2 that use location data to warn iPhone users about nearby emergencies. The system leverages Apple’s encrypted Find My network rather than cellular carriers. Users get a privacy toggle to control whether they share location data for these alerts.
Australia’s world-first social media ban now includes Reddit and Kick, requiring platforms to block users under 16 by December 10, 2025. The law carries fines up to A$50 million but faces criticism over privacy concerns with age verification methods.
Intel’s new Latency Optimized Mode for Xeon 6 “Birch Stream” platforms keeps uncore frequencies higher for consistent performance. Testing reveals substantial power increases alongside modest performance gains. The feature remains disabled by default due to power concerns.
What started as a multi-million dollar factory automation project has turned into a legal battle between Andersen Corporation and ATS. The window manufacturer sued ATS for missing deadlines by 860 days, while ATS has now countersued claiming Andersen’s instructions caused the problems.
Windows 10 users enrolled in Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates program are seeing confusing “end of support” warnings despite paying for continued protection. Microsoft acknowledges it’s a display bug affecting multiple Windows 10 versions. The company says affected systems will still receive se
Epic Games and Google have reached a settlement that dramatically reshapes Android’s app ecosystem. The deal slashes Google Play fees and mandates global support for third-party app stores and payment systems for at least six and a half years.
Digital assets company Ripple has raised $500 million in new funding, boosting its valuation to $40 billion. The funding comes as crypto firms position themselves to benefit from what they see as a more favorable regulatory landscape under President Trump and the GENIUS Act.
Chinese electric vehicles have taken over Brazil’s market, capturing more than 80% of EV sales in early 2025. BYD’s Dolphin Mini starts at just $22,000, dramatically undercutting established competitors. The rapid expansion is reshaping Latin America’s largest automotive market.
