Browsing: Technology
– Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo on Sept. 9, marking the company’s first entry into foldable smartphones. The device starts at $1,999 in the U.S. and features a 7.6-inch inner display when unfolded. When closed, it uses a 5.4-inch outer
– Apple has announced the release of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, both equipped with significant camera, performance, and battery enhancements. These new devices showcase a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera with an adjustable aperture, marking a
– The United States is boosting its domestic battery manufacturing efforts to lessen reliance on China. However, the larger hurdle lies deeper in the supply chain. China continues to lead in battery materials, processing, and essential manufacturing technologies used globally.
– Japan is enhancing its efforts to combat investment scams by implementing a new AI-based tool designed to identify warning signs sooner. The Consumer Affairs Agency announced this initiative on September 1. The system will analyze consumer complaints for language
– During the first half of 2026, China’s digital sector achieved a revenue of 20.71 trillion yuan, marking a 13.6% rise compared to the previous year. Total profits increased by 19.3%, reaching 1.79 trillion yuan. China’s Ministry of Industry and
– United Nations is urging quicker measures to shield children and adolescents from increasing online threats. An updated UN issue brief highlights significant concerns like disinformation, hate speech, harassment, algorithmic bias, and artificial intelligence. It also points out dangers related
– On Tuesday, Japan successfully launched its H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 7 navigation satellite. The launch, designated as H3 Flight No. 9, took place at 4:23:31 a.m. Japan time from the Tanegashima Space Center. The Japan Aerospace Exploration
– A state court in New Mexico has mandated Meta to contribute $567 million to a youth mental health and child safety fund. The ruling came after a three-week bench trial held in Santa Fe, where Judge Bryan Biedscheid of
– OpenAI is broadening the availability of ChatGPT for Free and Go users by making GPT-5.6 Luna the default model. The company announced that unlimited text chats will be available starting next week, with safeguards in place to prevent misuse.
– World Trade Organization will host its inaugural World Trade and Tech Day on September 14 at its Geneva headquarters. The event aims to unite trade officials, technology policymakers, business leaders, and other stakeholders. Its theme, “AI and Trade: Turning
