SAN FRANCISCO – In a blockbuster funding round that underscores the ferocious demand for high-quality AI training data, startup Mercor announced Monday it has raised $350 million at a staggering $10 billion valuation, cementing its status as a major player in the burgeoning AI ecosystem. The Series C round, led by existing investor Felicis, represents…
SAN DIEGO: Chipmaking giant Qualcomm said Tuesday it is acquiring Arduino, a move aimed at embedding its technology with the tinkerers and startups who are building the next generation of robots and intelligent devices. Arduino, an Italy-based maker of inexpensive, programmable circuit boards, is a staple in university labs, hardware startups and hobbyist workshops…
SAN FRANCISCO: Digital analytics firm Mixpanel said on Tuesday it has acquired DoubleLoop, a startup specializing in AI-powered business value frameworks, as it seeks to help companies quickly identify key growth drivers. The deal aims to integrate DoubleLoop’s artificial intelligence technology directly into Mixpanel’s platform, accelerating how product and marketing teams connect their daily…
Leaked animations suggest the revolutionary Galaxy Z TriFold isn’t just changing the screen game—it’s poised to deliver a staggering 100x zoom, something Fold fans have been begging for. Get ready, tech enthusiasts. The smartphone landscape is about to get a lot more… folds. Samsung is reportedly prepping its most ambitious device yet: the Galaxy…
Nvidia Corp. (NVDA.O) said on Thursday it will invest $5 billion in Intel Corp. (INTC.O) and jointly develop chips for personal computers and data centers, a surprise move that sent Intel shares surging 22.8% to $30.57 — their best single-day gain since October 1987. The deal marks a strategic pivot for both companies, with…
Apple Inc. is preparing to expand its smart home portfolio with the anticipated launch of a refreshed HomePod mini this fall and a screen-equipped HomePod model expected in 2026, according to sources familiar with the matter. The new lineup is expected to feature a dedicated home operating system, internally codenamed “Charismatic,” marking Apple’s first…
The Pixel 10 family includes four models: Pixel 10 ($799), Pixel 10 Pro ($999), Pixel 10 Pro XL ($1,199), and Pixel 10 Pro Fold ($1,799) Google on Wednesday launched its Pixel 10 smartphone lineup, spotlighting its Gemini AI assistant as the tech giant intensifies its push to lead the next wave of intelligent mobile…
NEW YORK: Olo Inc. (NYSE: OLO), a leading open SaaS platform for restaurants, announced Friday it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by software investment firm Thoma Bravo in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.0 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Olo shareholders will receive $10.25 per share in…
Apple is reportedly developing a more affordable MacBook powered by the same A18 Pro chipset expected in the iPhone 16 Pro—marking a major shift from its M-series processors. The device, codenamed Mac17,1, could hit the market in late 2025 or early 2026, offering a cheaper alternative to Apple’s premium laptops. A MacBook with iPhone Power…
A new leak suggests Apple could be gearing up to release the next generation of AirPods Pro earbuds. According to a report by 9to5Mac, code shared on X this week by Apple analyst Aaron Perris indicates the company is working on a third iteration of its premium wireless earbuds. The code snippet references “AirPods…