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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
At its I/O 2025 developer conference, Google unveiled Flow, a new AI-driven video creation tool aimed squarely at filmmakers, content creators, and creative professionals. Flow is the tech giant’s most ambitious foray into the AI-powered video space yet, combining several of its most advanced models to deliver an
Telecommunications
In a seismic shift for the U.S. telecommunications industry, Charter Communications and Cox Communications have unveiled plans to merge in a $34.5 billion deal. The transaction, if approved, will create a powerhouse in cable and internet services, consolidating 38 million customers under one roof and intensifying competition with
Retail
Dick’s Sporting Goods is acquiring rival Foot Locker in a $2.4 billion deal, signaling a bold move to expand its global footprint and solidify its role in the evolving retail landscape — even as trade tariffs and shifting consumer behavior introduce new risks. Announced Thursday, the acquisition will mark
Food
Apple is rolling out a significant update to its Maps app, introducing curated recommendations and expert insights from renowned sources such as Michelin, The Infatuation, and Golf Digest. This move marks a step toward making Apple Maps not just a navigation tool, but a destination discovery platform with premium content
E-commerce
In a strategic push to differentiate itself in the increasingly crowded generative AI market, Perplexity is doubling down on AI-powered commerce, announcing a new partnership with PayPal that enables users to complete purchases directly within its chat interface. Starting soon, U.S. users will be able to shop, book travel,
Transportation
In an era where everyday expenses feel increasingly out of reach, Uber is betting that affordability—not just convenience—will keep people coming back. The ride-hailing and delivery giant has unveiled a new feature called Route Share, which aims to offer a more budget-friendly alternative to traditional UberX rides during
Travel
United Airlines is set to revolutionize in-flight connectivity by becoming the first U.S. carrier to debut Starlink-powered Wi-Fi on its regional United Express jets, starting Thursday, May 15. This move marks a significant step forward in enhancing the digital travel experience, with long-haul aircraft also set to follow. Developed
E-commerce
Amazon is stepping further into the healthcare space — this time, with a focus on pets. The retail giant announced a new partnership with Vetsource, an online pet pharmacy, to offer prescription medications for cats and dogs directly through its U.S. storefront. The move marks a significant expansion of Amazon’
Games
Tripledot Studios has made a defining move in its rise to the top of the mobile gaming industry, acquiring AppLovin’s mobile game studio portfolio for approximately $800 million. The strategic acquisition marks a pivotal shift in the global gaming landscape, placing the London-based developer among the top five independent
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Anthropic has announced the launch of a new web search API for its Claude AI models, allowing developers to build applications that can access real-time, web-based information. This marks a significant step in making Claude a more dynamic, up-to-date assistant capable of retrieving the latest facts, data, and insights from
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Design platform Figma has unveiled a major product expansion aimed at transforming how teams create websites, applications, and marketing content. With new AI-powered tools—Figma Sites, Figma Make, Figma Buzz, and Figma Draw—the company is positioning itself as a serious competitor to Canva, Adobe, and AI-driven website builders like
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Apple is exploring the integration of AI-powered search engines like OpenAI, Perplexity, and Anthropic into its Safari web browser. The revelation came during testimony from Eddy Cue, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Services, in the U.S. Department of Justice's ongoing antitrust case against Google parent company