Phlux Technology is showing off its Aura family of “Noiseless” InGaAs APD sensors. The company claims they offer huge sensitivity boosts for applications like LiDAR and fiber optic testing, which could translate into cheaper, smaller systems.
Google and Character.AI have agreed to settle lawsuits brought by families who allege the companies’ AI chatbots caused harm to minors, including suicides. The settlements, involving cases from Colorado, Texas, and New York, come after Google hired Character.AI’s founders in August 2024.
Microsoft’s chief communications officer has forcefully denied a viral report claiming the company is planning massive layoffs. Frank X. Shaw dismissed the rumor as “100% made up,” following similar pushback from a Windows Central editor.
According to HotHardware, Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake processors with the Arc B390 integrated GPU are posting gaming performance that rivals older discrete graphics cards. In tests, it nearly matched a mobile GeForce RTX 3060 in *Shadow of the Tomb Raider* and came close to a Radeon RX 6800S in ot
Amazon is formalizing its performance review process around a simple, pointed question for corporate staff: what did you accomplish? This marks a significant cultural shift under CEO Andy Jassy, moving from vague self-reflection to demanding concrete results.
A new OpenAI report reveals a surge in Americans using ChatGPT for medical and insurance advice, just as enhanced ACA subsidies expire. The AI is tracking up to 2 million health-related queries weekly. But relying on it for diagnoses is dangerously unreliable.
Micron has announced a new line of affordable PCIe 5 SSDs aimed at OEMs building budget gaming systems. The DRAM-less 3610 drives promise speeds up to 11,000MB/s and will come in 1TB to 4TB capacities. They mark the first consumer-adjacent drives since the Crucial brand was shuttered.
Virginia’s updated consumer data law now imposes strict rules on how social media platforms can engage with minors. The law, which took effect on January 1st, is being challenged by tech group NetChoice on free speech and privacy grounds.
According to a new report, Revolut is in talks to acquire the Turkish fintech bank FUPS. This move aligns with the company’s aggressive strategy to expand its global banking footprint.
A new Gallup report shows AI use at work is rising, with 45% of employees using it at least yearly. Yet, 40% say their employer hasn’t implemented an AI strategy, and 23% simply don’t know, revealing a major disconnect.
