Apple pulls its AI news alerts after hallucinations misrepresent major stories. The controversy shows Big Tech’s ongoing struggle to make AI both useful and trustworthy.
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| Jan 17, 2025
Disney+ Hotstar to stream Coldplay’s record-breaking India concert: The event signals its push beyond sports to premium live entertainment.
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| Jan 17, 2025
Thailand finds itself in the luxury spotlight as China’s luster fades: The country’s booming luxury travel market and growing number of ultra-wealthy shoppers is heightening the appeal.
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| Jan 17, 2025
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC)
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| Jan 17, 2025
Source: Kantar; Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI); MxM India
As US users flee to RedNote, Duolingo reports a 216% jump in Mandarin learners, proving social media loyalty trumps language barriers.
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| Jan 16, 2025
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| Jan 16, 2025
Source: Circana
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| Jan 16, 2025
Source: Circana
Remittances represent a large share of global payments and will keep growing—although at a flat rate. Traditional money transfer organizations have to fight harder for a share of the prize as digital-only entrants have stepped up the competition.
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| Jan 15, 2025
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| Jan 15, 2025
Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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| Jan 15, 2025
Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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| Jan 15, 2025
Source: Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
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| Jan 15, 2025
Source: Canalys
National security fears have little effect as users flock to RedNote. Monetization challenges and scalability questions could limit its ability to rival TikTok’s dominance.
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| Jan 14, 2025
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| Jan 14, 2025
Source: Google; Ipsos
Biden’s proposal to restrict AI chip exports to 120 countries faces backlash from Nvidia, which says the policy risks stifling innovation and harming economic growth.
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| Jan 13, 2025
As Microsoft increases 365 prices in six countries, limited Copilot value and opaque pricing strategies could trigger antitrust concerns and drive users to cheaper tools.
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| Jan 13, 2025
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| Jan 13, 2025
Source: CTR Market Research
Logistics and the supply chain will take center stage this year: While a port strike may be off the table, rising costs and geopolitical tensions will force retailers to make hard choices.
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| Jan 9, 2025
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| Jan 9, 2025