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Microsoft Bolsters AI Infrastructure with Massive Solar Power Investment
Microsoft expands its renewable energy portfolio with a 389-megawatt solar power purchase to support growing AI operations. The strategic investment includes three solar projects across Illinois and Texas, advancing the company's goal of becoming carbon negative by 2030.
Tech Giants Unite: Apple and Microsoft Follow Google in Controversial Gulf Renaming
Major tech companies are implementing a coordinated change to rename the Gulf of Mexico to 'Gulf of America' in their mapping applications. The shift follows a recent executive order from President Trump, with Google leading the transition and Apple and Microsoft quickly following suit.
Apple Patches Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability Affecting iPhone Security
Apple releases urgent security updates to address a zero-day exploit that could bypass USB Restricted Mode on locked iPhones and iPads. The vulnerability, discovered by Citizen Lab researcher Bill Marczak, has been actively exploited in sophisticated targeted attacks.
Microsoft to Hand Over $22B Military Mixed-Reality Contract to Anduril
Microsoft plans to transfer its $22 billion IVAS military contract to defense tech company Anduril, pending government approval. The deal would give Anduril full control of the mixed-reality program while retaining Microsoft Azure as the cloud platform.
Elon Musk Launches $97.4B Hostile Takeover Bid for OpenAI
Elon Musk and a coalition of investors have made a dramatic $97.4 billion bid to take control of OpenAI, sparking tension with CEO Sam Altman. The takeover attempt highlights growing conflicts over OpenAI's direction and mission, with Musk advocating for a return to open-source development.
Meta's Strategic Shift: Mass Layoffs Amid Aggressive AI Talent Hunt
Meta announces 3,600 job cuts while simultaneously launching an expedited hiring process for AI expertise. The restructuring reflects the company's pivot towards artificial intelligence development as it aims to compete with rivals like OpenAI and DeepSeek.
Siri Voice Command Saves Stroke Victim's Life in 48-Hour Ordeal
A 70-year-old Florida man credits Apple's Siri for saving his life after being incapacitated by a stroke for two days. Unable to reach a phone, he used voice commands to contact his daughter, leading to a swift emergency response that proved critical to his survival.
Rivian Expands Commercial EV Market: Electric Vans Now Available to All US Businesses
Rivian breaks free from Amazon exclusivity, offering its commercial electric vans to all US businesses with models starting at $79,900. The move marks a strategic shift as the company aims to capitalize on the growing commercial EV market while introducing software subscription services.
Apple's Budget-Friendly iPhone SE Getting Major Redesign This Week
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman confirms Apple will unveil the fourth-generation iPhone SE featuring Face ID, OLED display, and USB-C port. The significant redesign marks a departure from its dated predecessor while maintaining a competitive sub-$500 price point.