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Google challenges judge’s ruling in ongoing US antitrust case Alphabet's Google on Saturday said it will appeal an antitrust decision under which a federal judge proposed less aggressive ways to restore online search competition than the 10-year regime suggested by antitrust enforcers "We will wait for the Court's opinion. And we still strongly believe the Court's original decision was wrong, and look forward to our eventual appeal," Google said in a post on X, opens new tab. US District Judge Amit Mehta in Washington heard closing arguments on Friday at a trial on proposals to address Google's illegal monopoly in online search and related advertising. In April, a federal judge said that Google illegally dominated two markets for online advertising technology, with the US Department of Justice saying that Google should sell off at least its Google Ad Manager, which includes the company's publisher ad server and its ad exchange. The DOJ and a coalition of...

Judge weighs softer antitrust remedies for Google monopoly case A federal judge in Washington suggested on Friday he is considering making Alphabet's Google take less aggressive measures to restore competition in online search than the 10-year regime proposed by antitrust enforcers. US District Judge Amit Mehta heard closing arguments on Friday at a trial on proposals to address Google's illegal monopoly in online search and related advertising. "Ten years may seem like a short period, but in this space, a lot can change in weeks," he said, citing recent developments such as ChatGPT maker OpenAI buying a device startup. The DOJ and a coalition of states want Google to share search data and cease multibillion-dollar payments to Apple and other smartphone makers to be the default search engine on new devices. At the hearing, the judge floated the possibility of limited data sharing and ending the payments only if other measures do not increase competition. He also gra...

US Dept of Energy's 'Doudna' supercomputer to use Nvidia, Dell tech The US Department of Energy on Thursday said its "Doudna" supercomputer due in 2026 will use technology from Nvidia and Dell. The computer, named after Nobel Prize-winning scientist Jennifer Doudna who made key CRISPR gene-editing discoveries, will be housed at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in Berkeley, California. An event held at the lab was attended by Secretary of Energy Chris Wright. Officials said that the system will use Nvidia's latest "Vera Rubin" chips built into liquid-cooled servers by Dell and will be used by 11,000 researchers. 🗣️📢 We're thrilled to work with The U.S. Department of @ENERGY on the flagship NERSC-10 supercomputer! Powered by our most advanced liquid-cooled server tech & @nvidia's next-generation accelerators - the "Doudna" system fuses #HPC & #AI to empower complex, integrated research… pic.twitter.com/vtDM0eqGza — De...

Jeep unveils new hybrid Cherokee SUV, set to be released in 2025 Jeep has revealed the first details and image of its new Cherokee SUV, set to launch later this year as part of efforts to reverse declining sales. The new midsize SUV from the Stellantis-owned brand will include a hybrid powertrain option, though the company has yet to clarify whether this will be a traditional hybrid or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Jeep currently offers PHEV models in its SUV range. Bob Broderdorf, Jeep’s CEO, said in a statement: "The all-new Jeep Cherokee headlines our efforts to deliver more product, innovation, choice and standard content to customers than ever before. Jeep Cherokee will boast competitive pricing that strikes at the core of the largest vehicle segment and sits perfectly between Jeep Compass and Jeep Grand Cherokee to bolster our winning mainstream lineup."         View this post on Instagram                 ...

Helldivers 2 is being review bombed - again Helldivers 2 is facing renewed review bombing on Steam as players express frustration over a persistent issue with its Mega-City defence mode. Arrowhead Game Studios’ third-person action game, Helldivers 2, has received mixed recent reviews following complaints about the inability to complete the Equality-on-Sea defence mission. This marks the latest chapter in the game’s rocky relationship with its community. Helldivers 2 getting review bombed again on Steam pic.twitter.com/kl7RSIfcAR — Pirat_Nation 🔴 (@Pirat_Nation) May 29, 2025 Despite Helldivers 2’s strong launch in 2024 and regular content updates, including the praised Galactic War live-service mode, the game has been review-bombed multiple times. Previous criticisms focused on weapon balance and controversy surrounding a mandatory PlayStation Network requirement. The latest backlash centres on the defence of Super Earth’s final two Mega-Cities. Players attempting to hold Equality-on...

Quantum imaging breakthrough by Brown students enables 3D holograms In a remarkable leap for microscopic imaging, two Brown University undergraduates have developed a novel quantum technique that generates high-resolution 3D holograms without the need for infrared cameras. Their work, published on Brown University's website, could offer a cost-effective breakthrough in biological imaging and holography, addressing a persistent technical challenge known as phase wrapping. The method, dubbed “Quantum Multi-Wavelength Holography,” was unveiled by Moe (Yameng) Zhang and Wenyu Liu at the recent Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics. Working under the guidance of senior research associate Petr Moroshkin and Professor Jimmy Xu, the pair built a system that uses visible light entangled with infrared photons to capture three-dimensional images of microscopic objects. Traditionally, high-resolution imaging of biological materials requires infrared wavelengths due to their ability to pene...

EA cancels Black Panther game, shuts down Cliffhanger Games studio Electronic Arts has cancelled its Black Panther game and closed the studio behind it, Cliffhanger Games, less than two years after the project was announced. The decision was confirmed following a report by IGN, and marks another chapter in a series of layoffs and restructurings at the gaming giant. The cancellation was announced internally via an email from Laura Miele, president of EA Entertainment and Technology, who said the move was part of an effort to “sharpen our focus and put our creative energy behind the most significant growth opportunities.” While the Black Panther project is no more, EA stated it would continue development on other high-profile titles, including the Iron Man game announced in 2022, the next Star Wars: Jedi instalment, and a new entry in the Mass Effect series. The single player Black Panther video game has been canceled at Electronic Arts and Cliffhanger Games has been closed. (Source: I...

Nvidia revenue rises 69% despite $4.5bn inventory write-down Shares in Nvidia rose nearly 5% in after-hours trading on Wednesday after the company posted first-quarter earnings that beat market expectations, despite a substantial revenue loss stemming from tightened US export restrictions on chip sales to China. For the fiscal first quarter of 2026, Nvidia reported total revenue of $44.1 billion (£34.8 billion), up 69% year-on-year. The company’s core data centre segment led the performance, generating a record $39.1 billion, a 73% increase. Although this marked a slowdown from the 93% surge recorded in the prior quarter, the figures aligned with analysts' forecasts given the prevailing regulatory challenges. Earnings per share reached $0.96, ahead of consensus estimates. NVIDIA today reported record revenue for Q1 FY26 of $44.1 billion, up 12% from the previous quarter and up 69% from a year ago. The company announced data center revenue of $39.1 billion, up 10% from Q4 and up 7...

Apple to unveil dedicated gaming app at WWDC 2025 Apple is set to introduce a new dedicated gaming app at its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025, scheduled for June 9–13, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman report. This app aims to centralize gaming features across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, replacing the existing Game Center. Bloomberg reports the app will serve as a hub for launching games, tracking achievements, viewing leaderboards, and accessing editorial content. It will also provide quick links to the App Store's game section and highlight Apple Arcade, the company's \$6.99/month subscription service. NEW: Apple is planning a dedicated app for video games on its devices, seeking to sell gamers and developers on the idea that it’s a leader in the market. https://t.co/UkVxfLOFZO — Mark Gurman (@markgurman) May 27, 2025 The new gaming app is expected to be pre-installed with iOS 19, slated for release in September 2025. Features will include a "Pl...

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders go live at major retailers Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch 2 have opened across the US and UK, with demand surging as the June 5 launch date approaches. US-based buyers have reported rapid sellouts at launch, although restocks are expected at Best Buy, GameStop, and Target in the days leading up to release. In the UK, restocks have been more frequent, though many retailers are offering only bundle deals that include Mario Kart World, priced at £429. The standalone console retails for £395 in the UK and $449 in the US. The bundle edition is priced at $499 in the US. Retailers currently listing the Nintendo Switch 2 include: Nintendo: Pre-order by invite only Walmart: Launch day delivery if ordered before June 4 Amazon: No pre-order page yet Target: Standard and bundle versions available GameStop: In-store and online pre-orders open; midnight launch events planned Best Buy: Launch day pickup on June 5, midnight openings confirmed Newegg: Listings live, p...

SpaceX Starship spins out of control mid-flight, marks third explosive failure SpaceX's Starship rocket roared into space from Texas on Tuesday but spun out of control about halfway through its flight without achieving some of its most important testing goals, bringing fresh engineering hurdles to CEO Elon Musk's increasingly turbulent Mars rocket program. The 400-foot tall (122 meter) Starship rocket system, the core of Musk's goal of sending humans to Mars, lifted off from SpaceX's Starbase, Texas, launch site, flying beyond the point of two previous explosive attempts earlier this year that sent debris streaking over Caribbean islands and forced dozens of airliners to divert course. For the latest launch, the ninth full test mission of Starship since the first attempt in April 2023, the upper-stage cruise vessel was lofted to space atop a previously flown booster - a first such demonstration of the booster's reusability. But SpaceX lost contact with the 232-foo...

Microsoft fires employee for protesting tech giant's relation with Israel Microsoft has dismissed an employee who interrupted CEO Satya Nadella's speech during the company's annual Build developer conference to protest its involvement in providing technology to the Israeli military. Joe Lopez, a software engineer at Microsoft, disrupted the event by shouting at Nadella during his keynote address. Lopez was swiftly escorted out of the room. Later, he sent a mass email to his colleagues challenging the company's assertions about its Azure cloud computing platform's use in Gaza. Microsoft employee Joe Lopez disrupted Satya Nadella’s Build 2025 keynote accusing the company of aiding Israel’s war on Gaza later emailing staff saying he won’t stay silent as Microsoft backs what he called ethnic cleansing of Palestinians#Microsoft #Protest #CEO #Palestine pic.twitter.com/okoagdLkp2 — British Muslim TV (@BritishMuslimTV) May 20, 2025 Lopez's protest marks the first of ...

Tesla's Model Y is struggling to sell, even after aggressive marketing Tesla's much-anticipated Model Y, touted as a revolutionary addition to the electric vehicle market, is facing unexpected challenges. Despite initial hype, the new model is struggling to find buyers, according to industry analysts. As reported by Reuters, many Model Y vehicles are sitting unsold on dealership lots across the European market, raising concerns about demand for the electric car. This slow uptake is also noticed in the United States. This has led to Tesla introducing 0% financing on the Model Y, an unusually aggressive marketing move for a model that is still relatively new. Loren McDonald, chief analyst at EV data firm Paren, expressed concerns about the strategy, questioning why Tesla would offer such substantial incentives so early in the model's release.  "Why would you discount and have all these incentives and offers literally out of the gate? That just doesn't make sense wh...

Microsoft opens first data centre in Indonesia Microsoft has officially launched its first data centre in Indonesia, a major investment that strengthens the country’s digital infrastructure and positions it as a growing hub for cloud technology in Southeast Asia. The Indonesia Central Cloud Region, unveiled on Monday in Jakarta, was inaugurated by Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, who represented President Prabowo Subianto at the ceremony. Government officials hailed the launch as a turning point in the country’s digital transformation. Meutya said the facility demonstrates global confidence in Indonesia’s tech policies and readiness to manage advanced systems such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing. “This is a testament to our commitment to digital sovereignty and technological progress,” Meutya said at the event. Microsoft’s investment is expected to contribute US$2.5 billion to the economy and create 60,000 jobs by 2028. The company also plans to tra...

Volvo Cars to Cut 3,000 Jobs Amid Cost-Cutting Measures Volvo Cars, the Swedish car manufacturer owned by the Chinese conglomerate Geely, is set to cut approximately 3,000 jobs, marking a significant move in the company's ongoing restructuring efforts. The company, facing mounting pressures in the global automotive sector, will see job reductions primarily in its office-based roles in Sweden, which accounts for about 15% of its white-collar workforce. The announcement follows a difficult year for the motor industry, impacted by various external factors. These include US President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported vehicles, rising material costs, and weaker-than-expected sales in Europe. In addition, Volvo’s sales dropped by 11% in April compared to the same period in the previous year. Håkan Samuelsson, CEO of Volvo Cars, acknowledged the challenging period the company and the broader automotive industry are facing. “These actions have been difficult decisions, but they are ...

Is this the future of medicine? Ultrasound-based 3D printing could replace surgeries A groundbreaking development in ultrasound-based 3D printing could change the way we approach tissue repair, potentially eliminating the need for invasive surgeries. Researchers at the California Institute of Technology have created a system that prints tissues directly inside the body using a liquid bioink that solidifies when exposed to ultrasound. This technique marks a major leap from traditional 3D printing, which typically uses light to create structures.         View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Caltech (@caltechedu) While light-based methods are limited by how deep they can reach inside the body, ultrasound can penetrate deeply into internal organs, offering a far more versatile and effective solution for tissue regeneration. In tests, this system successfully printed tissues inside the ...

Arslan Ash qualifies for Esports World Cup 2025, set to battle for $1 million Pakistani esports sensation Arslan Ash has secured his place in the Tekken 8 tournament at the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reinforcing his status as one of the world’s top Tekken players. The EWC, running from July 7 to August 24, will feature 25 esports titles and over 2,000 competitors from more than 200 clubs, competing for a record-breaking $70 million prize pool. The Tekken 8 event, set for August 14 to 16, will see 32 elite players battle for a $1 million prize fund. Pakistan's Arslan Ash has officially qualified to TEKKEN 8 in ESports World Cup! 🚨🇵🇰⭐️ Make us proud, @ArslanAsh95! pic.twitter.com/QGjeU9mIcy — Muneeb Farrukh (@Muneeb313_) May 25, 2025 Arslan Ash, a five-time EVO champion with titles including EVO Japan 2019, EVO 2019, EVO Japan 2023, EVO 2023, and EVO 2024, continues to dominate the Tekken scene despite past challenges such as visa issues that forced hi...

Canva experiences major outage affecting users globally Canva, the widely used online photo and video editing platform, experienced a significant outage on Monday, leaving many users worldwide unable to access its services. According to user reports and outage trackers, the platform began displaying error messages such as “Connection timed out” and “The initial connection between Cloudflare’s network and the origin web server timed out.” Downdetector, a service that monitors online platform outages, showed a spike of over 1,400 user-submitted complaints during the peak of the disruption. We’re on it! We’re aware some people are having trouble accessing Canva. We're working as quickly as we can to get things back up and running. For updates, visit https://t.co/Ba1jBJV7PP. We really appreciate your patience! — Canva (@canva) May 26, 2025 The company confirmed the disruption on its official system status page and also posted an update on X (formerly Twitter), stating that its engine...

X suffers global outage, users face major disruption Social media platform ‘X’ – formerly known as Twitter – is experiencing a large-scale service disruption, affecting users in Pakistan and several other countries. The sudden disruption occured around 6 PM today, leaving thousands of users unable to access their feeds or send messages. According to outage tracking site DownDetector, over 2,300 users reported issues at the peak of the glitch. The platform was briefly down on both desktop and mobile, sparking frustration across the internet. The global internet monitoring organization NetBlocks also confirmed that the disruption is international in scope and not related to any country-level internet service blocking or filtering. sers of platform X faced multiple issues, including problems signing in and delays in receiving direct messages. Although services are resuming gradually, the company has not yet issued an official statement explaining the cause. Additionally, many users repo...

Musk’s Grok AI use in US govt sparks privacy, ethics concerns Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, is reportedly being used across parts of the US federal government, raising alarm over potential privacy breaches and ethical conflicts. According to multiple sources familiar with the matter, Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is deploying a customised version of Grok to analyse government data and produce internal reports. The initiative, led by Musk’s AI company xAI, allegedly bypasses standard procurement procedures and lacks full agency authorisation. Concerns escalated after reports emerged that DOGE staff encouraged the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to adopt Grok, despite the tool not being formally approved for agency use. While DHS denies being pressured, critics argue that such actions could violate federal privacy and security regulations. @DrewAswell @MorePerfectUS The claim of being "the most transparent administration" contras...

Microsoft says new Aurora AI model can accurately forecast weather changes Microsoft says its latest AI system, Aurora, can predict typhoons, hurricanes, sandstorms, and air quality events more accurately and significantly faster than traditional forecasting methods, according to a new research paper and blog post released this week. The company published details of the Aurora model in Nature, citing major improvements in forecast accuracy and efficiency. Trained on more than a million hours of satellite, radar, and ground station data, Aurora is designed to anticipate atmospheric events across the globe and can be fine-tuned for specific weather scenarios. A new paper published in Nature explains how Microsoft’s Aurora AI foundation model goes beyond weather forecasting to more accurately predict a range of environmental events, from hurricanes and typhoons to air quality and ocean waves. https://t.co/zTEg0Lw9Qs — Microsoft Research (@MSFTResearch) May 21, 2025 In tests, Microsoft s...

Make iPhones in US, not India: Trump warns Apple of added tariffs US President Donald Trump has once again urged Apple to manufacture its iPhones in the US instead of India, threatening to impose a tariff of at least 25% if the company fails to comply. In a post on the Truth Social platform, Trump wrote, “I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or anyplace else. If that is not the case, a tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the US.” https://ift.tt/HfNe26A The statement wiped approximately $70 billion (£52 billion) off Apple’s market value, as shares fell 2.6%, pushing the company’s valuation just below $3 trillion. This is not the first time Trump has expressed concerns about Apple’s expanding manufacturing footprint outside the US. Earlier this month, he made it clear he did not want iPhones to be produced in India. “I said to T...

Tinder CEO Faye Iosotaluno to step down in July Tinder CEO Faye Iosotaluno announced she will step down in July 2025 after less than two years in the role. Iosotaluno, who has been with Tinder and its parent company Match Group for nearly eight years, cited a desire to support and build alongside the next generation of women leaders, founders, and investors as the motivation for her departure. Match Group CEO Spencer Rascoff, who took over in February 2025, will temporarily lead Tinder during this transition. (1/2) Professional update: I’m excited to join Match Group as its new CEO. I've helped create category leaders in online real estate (Zillow) & travel (Hotwire). Now, I'm focused on the most important category: human connection. pic.twitter.com/IA5Dec1QUI — Spencer Rascoff (@spencerrascoff) February 4, 2025 Rascoff has been implementing a turnaround strategy that includes a 13% workforce reduction and a focus on product innovation, such as AI-driven features and doub...

UAE partners with US firm for second moon rover mission in 2026 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced its second mission to the Moon’s surface, set for 2026, marking another bold step in the country’s expanding space ambitions. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and President of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), revealed on Thursday that the UAE had signed a strategic agreement with US-based Firefly Aerospace. The deal will see the Rashid 2 Rover delivered to the Moon’s far side on Firefly’s Blue Ghost lander, stacked on the Elytra Dark orbital vehicle. “I witnessed the signing of a strategic agreement between MBRSC and Firefly Aerospace to provide payload delivery services for the Rashid 2 Rover,” Sheikh Hamdan posted on X. “This mission will make the UAE only the second country in history to attempt a landing on the Moon’s far side, placing the nation at the forefront of space explo...

Volvo Cars teams up with Google to advance Android-based smart driving Volvo Cars will become the lead development partner for Android Automotive, allowing it to deploy the latest versions of Google’s operating system faster than industry rivals, the companies said on Wednesday. Announced at Google’s I/O developer conference in California, the partnership will see Volvo’s flagship EX90 electric SUV ship later this year with Android 15 — the latest version of Google’s mobile OS. Other automakers often wait up to two years for similar updates. “We’re going to be able to be fast in bringing new capabilities, new features and new experiences to our customers,” said Alwin Bakkenes, Volvo’s head of global software engineering. Volvo currently runs Android 13 across its vehicles, but the upgraded collaboration means Google engineers will now test new software directly in Volvo cars, helping them evaluate user experiences in real-world conditions. “This really gives us an edge in building fa...