What’s in store for AI in 2024: Collaboration, vision — and a manipulation crisis
2024 will be the ‘dawn of AI agents,’ when incredibly advanced AI is applied in a number of new creative ways.
The Evolution of Mr. & Mrs. Smith: From 2005 Blockbuster to 2024’s TV Series
Join Alvin on GreenGround as he delves into the thrilling world of “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” comparing the iconic 2005 movie with Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie to the eagerly awaited 2024 TV series starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine. Discover the legacy of the original film and what to expect from the new adaptation. …
Amazon Echo Frames review, MrBeast jumps the shark and the Apple Watch gets un-banned
Hey, folks, and welcome to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch’s regular newsletter recapping the week that was in tech. Typically, the stretch between Christmas and New Year’s tends to be on the sleepier side — but that wasn’t the case in 2023. Fortunately, the TC crew was around to document all that happened. This edition …
Diving Deep (!) into Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
Join Alvin on Greenground as we take a deep dive into the world of “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.” In this comprehensive review, we explore the highs and lows of the latest DC superhero epic. From the evolving superhero landscape to the performances of Jason Momoa and Patrick Wilson, and the film’s approach to environmental …
Startups Yearly: The biggest startup stories from 2023
Welcome to Startups Weekly. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. Thank you for subscribing to Startups Weekly. This week, I’m taking my parents to Yosemite to explore the snowy peaks and to see if my car can handle snow. In lieu of a regular Startups Weekly, I figured I’d dive …
Google agrees to settle $5 billion lawsuit accusing it of tracking Incognito users
In 2020, Google was hit with a lawsuit that accused it of tracking Chrome users’ activities even when they were using Incognito mode. Now, after a failed attempt to get it dismissed, the company has agreed to settle the complaint that originally sought $5 billion in damages. According to Reuters and The Washington Post, neither …
Apple is selling its contested Watch models again after import ban pause
The Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 wearables are back on sale via the manufacturer. We knew this was coming yesterday, after a federal appeals court in Washington D.C. granted a temporary pause on an import and sales ban. The ban could be reinstated on January 10, when the International Trade Commission (ITC) decides …
Apple reportedly faces pressure in India after sending out warnings of state-sponsored hacking
Indian authorities allied with Prime Minister Narendra Modi have questioned Apple on the accuracy of its internal threat algorithms and are now investigating the security of its devices, according to The Washington Post. Officials apparently targeted the company after it warned journalists and opposition politicians that state-sponsored hackers may have infiltrated their devices back in …
Swedish Researchers develop ‘electronic soil’ that speeds up plant growth
Researchers from Linköping University in Sweden developed a ‘bioelectronic soil’ that can speed up the growth of plants in hydroponic spaces, or farms that grow plants without soil in environments made up of mostly water and a place for roots to attach. After integrating the engineered ‘eSoil’ into the framework where seedlings grow, researchers discovered …
2024 Husqvarna Norden 901: A Fusion of Power and Adventure
Join Alvin as he takes an in-depth look at the 2024 Husqvarna Norden 901. Discover what sets this adventure motorcycle apart in terms of power, comfort, and versatility. Whether you’re an off-road enthusiast or a street cruiser, this episode will ignite your passion for adventure riding. Dive into the world of the Norden 901, where …