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US probing tech giants' AI investments
A top U.S. antitrust regulator has said it was launching an inquiry about investments made by Microsoft, Google and Amazon into generative AI startups OpenAI and Anthropic.
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Major Tech Players Announce Huge Workforce Reductions: Ebay, Amazon and More!
Several major tech companies are reshaping their workforce dynamics at the beginning of 2024, with eBay becoming the latest to announce substantial layoffs. The decision to cut 1,000 jobs, despite the company's robust profits, adds to a growing list of tech giants implementing significant workforce reductions this January.
Google Will Advertise Bulgarian Tourist Destinations
Bulgaria has secured a credit line of 2.5 million euros from Google for advertising the country as a tourist destination, according to the announcement by Bulgaria's Minister of Tourism, Zaritsa Dinkova, during a parliamentary tourism committee meeting.
Apple ends Samsung's 12-year run as world's top smartphone seller
Apple's iPhone for the first time became the world's biggest selling smartphone after rival Samsung's 12-year run as leader, data have showed.
According to data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) released on Jan. 16, the iPhone stole Samsung's crown in 2023 with 234.6 million units sold, compared to the South Korean firm's 226.6 million units.
AI breathes new life into old trends at CES gathering
The annual tech industry fair known as the Consumer Electronics Show is regaining momentum after the pandemic, with artificial intelligence (AI) infusing everything from bicycles to baby bottles.
The gadget extravaganza referred to as CES formally kicks off on Jan. 9 in Las Vegas, boasting more than 3,500 exhibitors and expecting some 130,000 visitors.
Bulgaria's Google Yearbook: A Peek into 2023's Searches
Bulgaria's Google searches in 2023 unveiled a captivating mix of interests, reflecting the nation's pulse through the year. The release of Google's annual rundown of the most searched terms offers a unique glimpse into the country's trends and inclinations over the past year.
Apple to appeal US watch ban
Apple said on Tuesday it will appeal a U.S. ban on its latest smartwatch models after the Biden administration opted to not veto a ruling on patent infringements.
The ban on Apple's latest smartwatch models came into effect Tuesday, with the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 no longer available in stores or online.
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Parliament to summon Google reps for talks on digital royalties
Turkish parliament's digital media commission head Hüseyin Yayman has announced plans to summon Google representatives after budget talks to discuss the implementation of digital royalties for online content in Türkiye.
Kathimerini, New York Times celebrate enduring partnership of 25 years
Over the past 25 years, journalism has undergone profound transformations. Traditional media has grappled with the rise of digital platforms, recognizing that readers now turn to Google or Facebook rather than the pages of newspapers for news. Many long-standing print publications have vanished, while others persist with resilience, facing the future with optimism.
Epic Games wins US court fight with Google
Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite, won a major US court battle against Google on Monday when a jury decided that the search engine giant wields illegal monopoly power through its Android app store.
Epic sued Google and Apple in 2020, accusing the tech titans of abusing control of their respective shops selling apps and other digital content on mobile devices.
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