Screenable App Helps Parents Introduce Kids to Tech
New app Screenable turns iPhone/iPad into starter phone, offering parental controls and gradual tech introduction for kids
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Siri Gets ChatGPT Boost in iOS 18.2 Developer Beta
Apple integrates ChatGPT into Siri, enabling more complex queries and Visual Intelligence features in iOS 18.2 developer beta.
Starlink Reverses Price Hike in Nigeria After Regulator's Intervention
Starlink reverses price increase in Nigeria after regulator blocks move, citing lack of approval and contravention of pricing guidelines.
Unicorns Emerge Despite Tight VC Market
New unicorns emerge in 2023 despite venture capital market tightening, with AI, cybersecurity, and fintech leading the way
Waymo Raises $5.6B in Series C Funding for Autonomous Expansion
Waymo secures $5.6B in Series C funding led by Alphabet to expand robotaxi services and autonomous capabilities
Waymo Raises $5.6B to Expand Robotaxi Service
Waymo secures largest funding round to date, $5.6B, to expand robotaxi service to new cities and explore business applications
YouTube Brings Affiliate Program to India, Partners with Flipkart and Myntra
YouTube launches affiliate program in India, allowing creators to earn from product tags, partners with Flipkart and Myntra
Zero Electric Motorcycles Raises $120M for Expansion
Electric motorcycle company Zero raises $120M for expansion and new models, defying industry challenges.
Adani's $736m Kenya Power Project Halted
Kenyan court suspends Adani Group's $736m power project citing lack of transparency and constitutional violations