Monthly Archives: September 2024

Seattle Cybertruck became fleeting tourist destination

You could argue whether Cybertruck owners crave attention, but attention they receive, often by critics poking fun at the vehicles. People seem to particularly delight at Cybertruck mishaps, as when one arrived on Nantucket back in May and promptly got … Continue reading

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Heart disease is the world’s biggest killer — this Cambridge Uni spinout is using AI to find new treatments

Cambridge University spinout CardiaTec is striving to tackle cardiovascular diseases, one of the world’s leading causes of death, with AI. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Online, led by social media, overtakes TV as the most popular source of news in the UK, Ofcom says

Online platforms have now overtaken TV for the first time as the most popular resource for news among adult consumers, at 71% versus 70%, according to new research. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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This iPhone ‘Supercycle’ May Not Be So Super

Some Apple analysts believe AI will spur a boom in iPhone sales. But not everyone’s buying the hype.

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Apple upgrades watchOS with AI-powered features, including translation

Apple has announced new features for the latest version of watchOS, watchOS 11, including translation and an upgraded Smart Stack. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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Apple ‘Glowtime’ Event Puts New Apple Watches, iPhone 16 on Full Display

The company also showcased a new Apple Watch and AirPods that can reduce noise at concerts or near construction sites.

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How to Get A.I. Features on an Older iPhone Model (and Skip the Upgrade)

Apple is using Apple Intelligence, a suite of tools for generating images and text, to upsell the iPhone 16. But you can get similar features elsewhere.

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U.S. Argues Google Created Ad Tech Monopoly

The tech giant went to court on Monday in a second antitrust trial, this one focused on its dominance in advertising technology software. The case could reshape its business.

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Battery Maker Northvolt to Cut Costs as E.V. Demand Slumps in Europe

The Swedish battery manufacturer said it would eliminate jobs and seek partnerships as it grappled with competition from China.

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TechCrunch Space: Boeing’s Starliner returns to Earth

Hello and welcome back to TechCrunch Space. Let’s dive into the news! Want to reach out with a tip? Email Aria at aria.techcrunch@gmail.com or send a message on Signal at 512-937-3988. You also can send a note to the whole … Continue reading

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