Meta created a new class of stock to protect Mark Zuckerberg from a California wealth tax, ensuring he remains in the state and maintains control.
Why it mattersMeta's move to create a new stock class is directly tied to Mark Zuckerberg's concerns over a California wealth tax.
Palmer Luckey and Ben Lamm's startup, Warhound, has secured $200 million to develop genetically engineered dogs for military applications, equipped with advanced armor.
Why it mattersPalmer Luckey's new venture aims to engineer genetically modified dogs for military use with a significant $200M investment.
OpenAI is seeking up to $30 billion in funding at a $1.25 trillion valuation, potentially becoming the most valuable private company ever.
Why it mattersOpenAI's potential funding round could make it the most valuable private company ever, highlighting massive investor interest in AI.
Meta will pay a record $25 billion to New Mexico after a court found the company misled users about their data privacy, stemming from the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
Why it mattersA massive penalty against Meta highlights ongoing concerns about data privacy and corporate accountability.
AI has identified critical flaws in PHP, the software powering much of the internet, triggering an urgent global effort to patch systems and prevent widespread cyberattacks.
Why it mattersAI uncovering widespread vulnerabilities in critical internet software is a major tech and security story.
Meta is introducing a new class of non-voting stock to raise capital for its AI ambitions, aiming to maintain Mark Zuckerberg's control while increasing investment.
Why it mattersMeta is introducing a new class of non-voting stock to raise capital for its AI ambitions while maintaining Zuckerberg's control.
Anthropic enters the AI agent race with Claude Duet, a proactive tool designed to manage tasks across applications and compete with rivals like Meta's Muse and OpenAI's Dots.
Why it mattersAnthropic enters the AI agent race with Claude Duet, aiming to compete with other major players in task automation.
1Password's new feature allows AI agents to authenticate into accounts without direct password exposure, enhancing security for AI integrations.
Why it mattersA new security feature allows AI agents to access accounts without direct password exposure, a significant step for AI integration.
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the Duo, offers a premium foldable experience but faces challenges with weight, cost, and software adaptation.
Why it mattersReviews for Apple's first foldable iPhone highlight its premium features alongside common first-generation compromises.
Donald Trump alleges that Google CEO Sundar Pichai declined his request to rename the Atlantic Ocean on Google Maps.
Why it mattersA fresh, quirky political claim from a high-profile figure involving a major tech entity.
The Browser Company is discontinuing its Arc browser on December 22nd to pivot and focus development on its new AI-centric browser, Dia.
Why it mattersThe Browser Company is discontinuing its Arc browser to focus development on its new AI-centric offering, Dia.
Google is piloting a 1GW virtual power plant to optimize energy use for its data centers, enhancing grid reliability for millions.
Why it mattersGoogle is utilizing a 1GW virtual power plant to optimize energy consumption across its data centers.