Streaming costs are on the rise, and anime fans are next to feel the pinch. Over the past year, “streamflation” has worsened, with several major platforms raising their subscription fees. Now, Crunchyroll has joined the list of
Category: 3. Tech
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SpaceX and xAI: A merger of ambition, optics, and unanswered questions
If you look at the press releases and breathless commentary around the recent acquisition of xAI by SpaceX, you might think we’re witnessing a tectonic shift in technological destiny. A $1.25 trillion “mega-company” is born, poised to…
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Waymo raises $16 bn to fuel global robotaxi expansion
Self-driving car star Waymo on Monday said it raised $16 billion in a funding round that valued the Alphabet subsidiary at $126 billion.
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PayPal hires HP’s Enrique Lores as its new CEO
PayPal said on Tuesday it is hiring HP’s Enrique Lores as its CEO and President, replacing current chief executive, Alex Chriss. Lores, who has been the chair of PayPal’s board since July 2024, will also take up the role of president.
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Does AI understand word impressions like humans do?
By now, it’s no secret that large language models (LLMs) are experts at mimicking natural language. Trained on vast troves of data, these models have proven themselves capable of generating text so convincing that it regularly appears humanlike…
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Oxygen-modified graphene filters boost natural gas purification
As we shift toward more sustainable fuels, natural gas and biogas, which mainly contain methane (CH4), have become important sources of energy and raw materials for chemical production. However, these gases also contain impurities that must be…
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The Download: Squeezing more metal out of aging mines, and AI’s truth crisis
In a pine forest on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the only active nickel mine in the US is nearing the end of its life. At a time when carmakers want the metal for electric-vehicle batteries, nickel concentration at Eagle Mine is falling and…
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iPhone 17E Release Date, Price, and Specs – News & Rumors
Key Takeaways:
- Features: Apple might include MagSafe on the iPhone 17E.
- Release date: Possibly as soon as February.
- Price: There have been no leaks about price increases, which is good news at this point.
- Design: Could get the Dynamic Island and look…
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From Tech to Thoughtful Picks
Valentine’s Day 2026 is the perfect excuse to show him just how much he means to you, and the right gift can say it better than words. Whether he’s into the latest tech, everyday essentials with a twist, or something deeply…
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Supreme Court Issues Strong Warning To Meta On WhatsApp Data Policy
India’s Supreme Court has delivered a sharp message to Meta Platforms and its messaging service WhatsApp, making it clear that global technology companies must respect Indian privacy laws if they want to continue operating in the…
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