Uber is once again under legal scrutiny after shareholders filed a lawsuit accusing the company's leadership of failing to properly oversee customer safety. The complaint argues that executives and board members prioritized rapid growth while neglecting compliance measures that could have reduced risks for passengers. According to the lawsuit, insufficient oversight contributed to years of legal disputes involving allegations of…

The next evolution of online shopping may involve far fewer clicks. Visa has announced a new partnership with OpenAI that will allow ChatGPT to not only recommend products but also purchase them directly on behalf of users. The initiative represents one of the most ambitious attempts yet to transform artificial intelligence from an information tool into an active participant in…

Apple has spent years emphasizing the importance of controlling its own hardware, software, and services. Yet reports suggest the company may be preparing one of its most surprising partnerships ever: relying on both Google and Nvidia to power the next generation of Siri. According to industry reports, some Siri requests could be processed through a customized version of Google Gemini…

For years, Xiaomi has been viewed primarily as a manufacturer of smartphones, smart home devices, and electric vehicles. Yet behind the scenes, the Chinese technology giant has quietly built one of the most surprising artificial intelligence programs in the industry. Its MiMo large language model emerged almost unnoticed before rapidly climbing developer rankings and attracting attention across China’s AI community.…

At first glance, Apple’s decision to source chips from Intel appears surprising. After all, Apple spent years reducing its dependence on outside processor technologies and building one of the industry's most successful custom silicon programs. Yet the agreement makes strategic sense. The modern semiconductor industry faces enormous pressure. Artificial intelligence has dramatically increased demand for advanced manufacturing capacity, forcing companies…

Audi has officially unveiled the third-generation Q7, marking the first complete redesign of its flagship SUV in more than ten years. While the upcoming Q9 will take the role of Audi’s largest SUV, the new Q7 remains a key model aimed directly at rivals such as the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE. The redesign introduces a far more muscular appearance.…

For years, London has struggled with a growing wave of smartphone thefts. Criminals often targeted iPhone users because Apple devices maintained strong resale value even after being stolen. That equation may finally be changing. Recent data cited by the Metropolitan Police suggests that the vast majority of recently stolen iPhones have not been successfully reactivated. Officials attribute much of this…

Financial analysts often speak about earnings, cash flow, and valuation multiples. Yet Elon Musk has created something few business leaders ever achieve: an investment thesis built around belief. The concept has become known as the "Elon Premium" — a valuation boost driven by investor confidence in Musk’s ability to execute seemingly impossible ideas. SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO provides the latest example.…

While platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube dominate conversations about social commerce, Pinterest may quietly hold one of the strongest positions in online shopping. The company’s new Amazon Storefront integration highlights why. Unlike entertainment-focused social networks, Pinterest users often arrive with a purpose. They are planning purchases, searching for ideas, and actively exploring products. This behavior creates a unique environment…

Starbucks has decided to discontinue an artificial intelligence inventory management tool that was deployed across North American stores less than a year ago. The decision marks a notable setback for one of the company's most ambitious efforts to modernize store operations through automation. The AI-powered system was introduced to help employees track milk, syrups, and other beverage ingredients more efficiently.…

Apple is reportedly preparing one of the most significant upgrades in Siri’s history by combining technologies from two of the biggest names in artificial intelligence. According to recent reports, future Siri requests may be processed through Google Cloud, where a customized version of Google’s Gemini AI model would run on Nvidia’s powerful Blackwell B200 data center GPUs. The proposed architecture…

LG Electronics announced strong financial results for the first quarter of 2026, posting consolidated revenue of KRW 23.73 trillion and operating profit of KRW 1.67 trillion. The company achieved its highest first-quarter revenue in history, driven by growth in home appliances, vehicle solutions, and subscription-based services. LG’s vehicle solutions division delivered record quarterly revenue and profit, benefiting from increased adoption…

Japan’s obsession with cats is no longer just a cultural phenomenon — it has become a major economic sector. According to recent estimates, cat-related industries could generate nearly ¥3 trillion in economic impact during 2026. Spending on pet food, veterinary care, cafes, tourism, books, merchandise, and social media content continues to grow as cats remain Japan’s most popular household pet.…

If you’ve ever looked at a Dorito and thought, “This could become architecture,” your moment has arrived. Doritos has launched a contest asking fans to build famous American landmarks completely out of chips. And somehow, this is a real competition with a real $250,000 prize. People can recreate everything from the Washington Monument to Yellowstone National Park. The only catch?…

Artificial intelligence may be approaching a major turning point for office workers, according to Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman. In recent comments, Suleyman suggested that AI systems could soon reach human-level performance across a wide range of professional tasks. Jobs involving computer-based work, including accounting, legal services, marketing, and project management, could experience substantial automation over the next 12 to…