VC and private equity can’t invest in Chinese tech with military inclinations. China is considering countermeasures, which could disrupt tech supply chains.
Amazon accused of ‘peak absurdity’ over office badge scan email: Employees say the tech giant falsely accused them of not following return-to-office policies. Clear policies and communication are necessary.
Meta rehires laid-off workers: Big Tech competition and economic improvement mean the company needs the employees it cut, calling into question the “year of efficiency” strategy.
Key stat: Generative AI adoption will climb to 77.8 million users in the two years following the November 2022 release of ChatGPT, more than doubling the adoption rate of both tablets and smartphones, according to our forecast.
We’re seeing record bankruptcies among VC-backed startups. Factors include rate hikes, investment shortages, and bank collapses. AI funding rises, but potential oversaturation looms.
From home office to Google hotel room: Convincing employees that hotel sleepovers are better than remote work will be tough. Offering affordable housing and flexibility are a better strategy.
75% of organizations globally eye ChatGPT ban: Generative AI enthusiasm might be muted by growing concerns about the technology’s risks. It could spur higher demand for enterprise products.
A $5B lawsuit over Chrome’s ‘Incognito mode’ privacy moves closer to trial. Plaintiffs argue Google misused data, but Google stands firm on its transparency.
AI-enhanced Bing Chat heads to Chrome, Safari: Microsoft tries to counter Google’s search dominance and grow revenue as Bing outgrows its Edge beginnings.
Amazon dominates the Arm-server market, boosting AWS’ edge in AI, IoT, and edge computing. Custom chips offer performance and cost advantages over competitors like Google and Microsoft.
AI adoption triggers inner conflict for marketers: Despite 87% of marketers experimenting with AI tools, there’s worry about work quality, job prospects, and team dynamics. A strategic approach could help.
The country is mandating 90 kW chargers and aiming for 150 kW in high-traffic zones. State subsidies for highway chargers show why success of EV adoption requires government involvement.
Instagram’s Threads updates after dwindling usage, X delays payouts amid other debts, and TikTok modifies its EU algorithm due to the Digital Services Act.
Caught off guard by new rules, manufacturers scramble to acquire import licenses. New measures support India’s self-reliance and production goals but could result in tech shortages.
TikTok aims to transform Gen Z engagement into product sales, challenging local shopping apps despite potential future regulatory issues and existing competition.
Google, Accenture under fire for allegedly violating labor laws: A labor dispute accuses Google of union busting. The outcome could affect how the tech industry relies on contractors.
Apple’s iPhone sales slump continues, subscriptions set record: Robust services revenue is helping to keep Apple afloat and pay for the AI R&D it’ll need to take on rivals.
Disney says goodbye to the metaverse: Division head Mike White left after the company laid off its 50-person metaverse team.
Microsoft’s Azure is under fire for lax security and unpatched vulnerabilities. Rising criticism stresses the need for improved security or face business loss and trust erosion.
Google, UK government unite on $508B AI opportunity: AI education for enterprise is a step in the tech giant’s plan to help the UK become a global AI leader.