Technology

As we head into 2024, the corporate landscape is buzzing with the emergence of potential billion-dollar companies. Forbes, in its annual effort to spotlight future unicorns, has already identified more than a hundred startups poised to reshape industries. This year’s lineup includes a wide range of innovators, from aerospace manufacturers to AI-driven tech companies, each bringing something unique to the table. A Journey of Resilience and Innovation Among the most inspiring stories is that of an entrepreneur who overcame anorexia to secure a whopping $110 million in funding for online treatment innovations. This remarkable journey not only highlights personal resilience,…

MEXICO CITY — Social media giant X said Saturday it would cease operations in Brazil, a move that comes after Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes reportedly ordered the arrest of X’s legal representative in Brazil unless specific warrants were complied with. X announced an immediate withdrawal of its staff from its Brazilian operations, although it mentioned that Brazilian users would still have access to its services. The company did not clarify the apparent contradiction in continuing to offer services while suspending operations. This announcement follows a series of meetings earlier this year between X representatives and Judge de…

On a lively Wednesday in the White House Indian Treaty Room, President Biden wowed a roomful of digital influencers and media professionals with his entrance, immediately raising their smartphones as they prepared to document the event. In a display of modernity and relatability, President Biden interacted directly with attendees by taking selfies before addressing the crowd. He emphasized the critical role that social media creators play in today’s communications landscape, acknowledging the generational shift in media consumption preferences, particularly among younger people who prefer digital content to traditional media. “Unlike my generation’s media, you are where today’s young people listen,…

SAN FRANCISCO AND WASHINGTON — In what could be a groundbreaking step for AI regulation, a California bill is making waves in the Silicon Valley tech landscape. Spearheaded by state Sen. Scott Wiener, the legislation seeks to address the growing risks associated with advanced AI technologies. The bill is currently working its way through the legislative process in Sacramento and is expected to be considered by the California State Assembly Appropriations Committee later this week. If it passes, it will go to the full House for a vote. Gov. Gavin Newsom, if he signs the bill, would approve a framework…

Tech mogul Elon Musk has stepped up his public support for Donald Trump, using his social media platform, X, as a key vehicle for political endorsement. Musk’s support for Trump, which has grown significantly following a recent assassination attempt against the former president, now includes the formation of a PAC to support Trump’s political efforts and publicly criticize his opponents. In a notable move, Musk scheduled a live event with Trump on X for Monday, signaling deeper engagement with the political landscape through his platform. The event is part of Musk’s broader strategy to leverage X not just as a…

Meta is set to change some restrictions previously imposed on the Facebook and Instagram profiles of Donald Trump, the former president of the United States. Initially, in response to his comments praising the actions of those involved in the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, Meta suspended Trump’s social media accounts indefinitely. However, in early 2023, these platforms reinstated his accounts with a promise to closely monitor any further infractions that could lead to additional suspensions lasting anywhere from a month to two years. As Trump actively campaigns against current US President Joe Biden, aiming to return to the presidency,…