Articles by Quincy Jon
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Google Facing Antitrust Trial Over Play Store's Impact on Prices for Apps
Google will defend its Play Store digital payment processing system against a lawsuit filed by Epic Games in San Francisco federal court.
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NASA's SWOT Satellite Sea Maps Show Striking Views of Nearly All of Earth's Water
NASA's video shows how SWOT satellite data creates unprecedented water maps. The Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite provided NASA with data that allowed them to create stunning maps that show the water on Earth in never-before-seen detail.
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COVID-19 May Increase Alzheimer's Risk, New Study Suggests: Here's What to Know
COVID-19 and Alzheimer's disease may interact when they co-occur. A new Journal of Neurochemistry review indicates a link between COVID-19 and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
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Experience Thailand's Scenic Winter Getaways with 'Floating Train' Rot Fai Loi Nam
The State Railway of Thailand and the Tourism Authority of Thailand have introduced the Rot Fai Loi Nam, or "Floating Train," an exciting winter tourist attraction.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Launch Confirmed for January 17 in the US: Report
A report says that Samsung will hold its Galaxy S24 Unpacked event in the US in January. A recent source suggests Samsung will be holding its Galaxy S24 Unpacked event in the US in mid-January.
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FDA Moves to Ban an Ingredient in Popular Beverages Over Health Concerns
The FDA proposed banning brominated vegetable oil (BVO), a common ingredient in fruity fizzy drinks and sports drinks.
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Chinese Carmaker Nio Initiates Layoffs Amid Fierce Competition in EV Market
Nio, a Chinese automaker known for its sleek, high-end electric SUVs, has begun another round of layoffs due to rising competition and the need to cut costs and reallocate resources.
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Money Matters: How Income Affects Satisfaction, According to Latest US Survey
A recent survey by the US government suggests that while money cannot buy happiness, it can bring you more satisfaction with your life.
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FTC Accuses Amazon of Using Algorithm to Inflate Prices for $1 Billion in Revenue
The US Federal Trade Commission has accused Amazon of using unfair methods to maintain its online retailing dominance.
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Boeing Confirms Cyber Incident After LockBit Ransomware Gang Listing; Will It Impact Flight Safety?
Global aerospace company Boeing confirmed the cyberattack by the LockBit ransomware group last week.
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Last Ever Beatles Track: 'Now and Then' Debuts with the Help of AI
With the help of artificial intelligence, the last ever Beatles song was produced more than 40 years after the tragic passing of its composer, John Lennon
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Nokia Takes Legal Action Against Amazon, HP for Unauthorized Use of Video Streaming Patents
Nokia claims that Amazon's Prime Video and Twitch streaming services and HP's computers have violated several patents related to video streaming.
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Instagram Developing 'AI Friend' Feature: What You Need to Know
Instagram is reportedly developing "AI Friend," which will let users customize their conversations.
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VP Kamala Harris Announces US Initiative to Combat Robocalls Using Artificial Intelligence
US Vice President Kamala Harris urged IT specialists to develop AI-based defenses against these AI-driven frauds at the UK Global Summit on AI Safety.
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LinkedIn Unveils AI Features for Premium Users: Enhancing Content Creation and Engagement
The Microsoft-owned social networking service LinkedIn recently announced that its user base had surpassed the one billion user milestone and that it would be introducing new artificial intelligence (AI) service offerings for its paid subscribers.
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FDA Raises Alarm: WanaBana Fruit Pouches Pose Potential Lead Hazard for Kids
According to the FDA, WanaBana fruit puree pouches may contain high lead levels that are harmful to children.
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Toyota Invests $8B More in Expanding North American EV Battery Plant
Toyota announced a $8 billion investment in its first North American electric vehicle (EV) battery plant, bolstering its electric vehicle division.
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AI-Powered Office Assistant: Microsoft 365 Copilot Launches for Enterprise Users
Microsoft will unveil Copilot, its revolutionary generative AI work assistant, to a large business audience on Wednesday.
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Extreme Heat Threatens to Spike Heart-Related Deaths in the US
The American Heart Association found that climate change's extreme heat could soon become the leading cause of cardiovascular deaths in the US.
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Bill Gates' Ex-Assistant Steve Ballmer's Net Worth Skyrockets, Closing Gap with Microsoft Co-Founder
Steve Ballmer, best known as the trustworthy assistant of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, is making his way up on the list of wealthiest individuals globally and may soon surpass his former boss in net wealth.
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Xbox's Latest Console Patch Bricks Unauthorized Accessories, Sparking Outcry from Gaming Community
In a major shift, Microsoft is limiting access to third-party Xbox Series X/S accessories and controllers.
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Meta Announces Ad-Free Subscription Option for Facebook, Instagram in Europe
Meta, the parent of Facebook and Instagram, will launch an EU subscription-based, ad-free version of its social media sites.
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Rare Coin Featuring 'Mighty as The God Esus' Ruler of Ancient Britain Unearthed, Auctioned
A metal detectorist discovered a rare ancient coin with a long-lost king's name, revealing more about Britain's Iron Age.
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Elon Musk Announces Starlink Support for Gaza, Israel Expresses Opposition
Elon Musk announced that SpaceX's Starlink would help provide satellite communication services with "internationally recognized aid organizations" in Gaza as conflict intensifies.
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Cruise Halts Driverless Operations Nationwide Amid Safety Concerns
Cruise, GM's driverless vehicle division, has halted its national operations after California authorities revoked its license over safety concerns.
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Duke Energy's Florida Endeavor: Green Hydrogen Production from End-to-End System
Duke Energy, a major electric company, announced a groundbreaking hydrogen production, storage, and usage facility project in Florida.
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New Study Reveals: Walking 8,000 Steps Daily Linked to Increased Longevity
The latest research on walking debunks the concept that 10,000 steps a day are necessary for optimal health.
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Apple Watch Models at Risk of Import Ban as US Trade Law Violation Ruling Stands
A landmark ruling by a US federal trade agency that Apple had infringed on a rival technology company's patent could ban the importation of some Apple wearables.
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UN Forms High-Level AI Advisory Board to Guide Global Governance
The United Nations forms an AI advisory board to guide the development of AI and address global concerns.
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Brazilian Scientists Develop Promising Cocaine Addiction Vaccine 'Calixcoca'
A vaccine to treat crack cocaine and cocaine addiction was developed by Brazilian scientists in a country with a high cocaine use rate.
