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Tech Layoffs Surge, Taiwan’s Bold Move Against China, and Nokia’s 5G Leap

In today's episode, we delve into Blue Origin's major workforce reduction amid a wave of tech layoffs, explore Taiwan's strategic blacklisting of Huawei and SMIC, and discuss Nokia and Elisa's ambitious 5G network modernization in Northern Europe. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/16/tech-layoffs-2025-list/https://www.wftv.com/news/blue-origin-announces-layoffs-following-new-glenn-launch/74914886-effd-42c3-a3b8-d330f5ec0e28/https://intellizence.com/insights/layoff-downsizing/leading-companies-announcing-layoffs-and-hiring-freezes/https://floridamedianow.com/2025/06/nasa-budgety-cuts-target-workforce/https://westislandblog.com/technology/the-hidden-crisis-tech-layoffs-surge-in-2025-amidst-mysterious-market-shifts-and-ai-advances/https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/16/tech-layoffs-2025-list/https://www.illinoisworknet.com/warnlayoffsearchhttps://www.newschannel5.com/news/manchester-conference-center-to-lay-off-27-employees-in-julyhttps://www.aol.com/12-big-layoffs-know-165913611.htmlhttps://www.biospace.com/business/recursion-downsizes-by-20-to-boost-cash-positionhttps://techwireasia.com/2025/06/semiconductor-export-controls-taiwan-huawei-smic/https://www.asiafinancial.com/taiwan-blacklists-chinese-chipmakers-huawei-smichttps://evertiq.com/news/2025-06-16-taiwan-adds-chinas-huawei-and-smic-to-export-control-listhttps://www.philstar.com/business/2025/06/16/2450974/taiwan-adds-chinas-huawei-smic-export-blacklisthttps://www.ainvest.com/news/taiwan-blacklists-huawei-smic-national-security-concerns-2506/https://www.rcrwireless.com/20250613/5g/nokia-elisa-5ghttps://www.capacitymedia.com/article-nokia-and-elisa-expand-partnership-for-5g-rollouthttps://www.nokia.com/about-us/news/releases/2025/06/12/nokia-and-elisa-modernize-network-for-advanced-5g-era/https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/06/12/3098403/0/en/Nokia-expands-IP-routing-portfolio-to-utilities-with-new-platforms-to-boost-smart-grid-modernization.htmlhttps://www.samenacouncil.org/samena_daily_news?news=106038

Taiwan’s Tech Export Crackdown, Google Cloud’s Major Outage, and Europe’s AI Cloud Leap

In today's episode, we delve into Taiwan's new export controls targeting Chinese tech giants Huawei and SMIC, a move that could reshape global semiconductor dynamics. We also cover the recent Google Cloud outage that disrupted over 50 services worldwide, highlighting vulnerabilities in our digital infrastructure. Lastly, we explore the ambitious partnership between Deutsche Telekom and NVIDIA to launch Europe's first industrial AI cloud platform, aiming to transform the continent's manufacturing sector. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://techwireasia.com/2025/06/semiconductor-export-controls-taiwan-huawei-smic/https://focustaiwan.tw/business/202506160011https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/15/taiwan-places-export-controls-on-huawei-and-smic/https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/taiwan-adds-chinas-huawei-smic-export-control-list-122862724https://www.ookla.com/articles/google-cloud-outage-june-2025https://www.tomsguide.com/news/live/google-cloud-down-jun-12-outagehttps://www.theregister.com/2025/06/12/google_cloudflare_outage/https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/12/google-cloud-outage-brings-down-a-lot-of-the-internet/https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/google-cloud-and-cloudflare-hit-by-widespread-service-outages/https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/nvidia-deutsche-telekom-germany-sovereign-ai/https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/germany-ai-factories/https://opentools.ai/news/deutsche-telekom-and-nvidia-join-forces-to-revolutionize-ai-cloud-in-germanyhttps://economictimes.com/tech/artificial-intelligence/deutsche-telekom-nvidia-to-build-ai-cloud-for-industry-in-germany/articleshow/121825935.cmshttps://www.telecoms.com/ai/nvidia-and-deutsche-telekom-to-build-industrial-ai-cloud-for-europe

Amazon’s Humanoid Robots, Verizon’s Edge Tech, and Apple’s AI Innovations

Explore Amazon's testing of humanoid delivery robots designed to navigate complex environments, Verizon's launch of a cutting-edge Vehicle-to-Everything communication platform, and Apple's AI-powered updates from WWDC 2025. Discover how these advancements could reshape industries and enhance user experiences.Sources:https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/amazons-building-humanoid-robots-to-speed-deliveries-to-you/https://www.supplychainbrain.com/articles/41906-amazon-looks-to-test-humanoid-delivery-robotshttps://electrek.co/2025/06/04/amazon-test-humanoid-robots-package-delivery-rivian-electric-vans/https://www.theinformation.com/articles/amazon-prepares-test-humanoid-robots-delivering-packageshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJNPwsZ8Unkhttps://www.repairerdrivennews.com/2025/06/06/vw-rutgers-and-multiple-state-agencies-partner-with-verizons-vehicle-to-everything-platform/https://www.computerweekly.com/news/366625378/Verizon-Business-opens-availability-for-V2X-connected-driving-platformhttps://www.iotworldtoday.com/connectivity/verizon-launches-new-vehicle-to-everything-connected-driving-platformhttps://www.mobileworldlive.com/verizon/verizon-launches-v2x-service-with-multiple-customers/https://btw.media/news/verizon-business-debuts-edge-transportation-exchange/https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/everything-announced-at-apple-wwdc-2025-new-ios-ipados-macos-visionos-tvos-watchos-updates/https://www.zdnet.com/article/shortcuts-is-the-best-apple-app-youre-not-using-and-ios-26-makes-it-even-more-powerful/https://techcrunch.com/snippet/3017023/apple-introduces-an-ai-powered-shortcuts-app/https://www.engadget.com/ai/apple-intelligence-at-wwdc-everything-apple-announced-for-ios-macos-and-more-171133202.htmlhttps://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/06/apple-elevates-the-iphone-experience-with-ios-26/https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/wwdc-2025-live-updates-from-apples-keynote-including-new-ios-ipados-apple-intelligence-and-more-141640595.htmlhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/everything-announced-at-apple-wwdc-2025-new-ios-ipados-macos-visionos-tvos-watchos-updates/https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/06/apple-intelligence-gets-even-more-powerful-with-new-capabilities-across-apple-devices/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PQ_pQI6be8https://www.macrumors.com/guide/wwdc-2025-what-to-expect/

Verizon’s V2X Leap, Deutsche Telekom’s Satellite Ambitions, and Meta’s Smart Glasses Revolution

Explore Verizon's groundbreaking Edge Transportation Exchange platform, set to transform vehicle communication and road safety. Discover Deutsche Telekom's pivotal role in the EU's IRIS2 satellite project, aiming to enhance Europe's digital sovereignty. Plus, delve into Meta's experimental Aria Gen 2 smart glasses, pushing the boundaries of wearable A.I. and augmented reality. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-business-launches-connected-driving-platformhttps://www.phonearena.com/news/verizon-v2x-connected-driving-platform_id171111https://www.mobileworldlive.com/verizon/verizon-launches-v2x-service-with-multiple-customers/https://www.computerweekly.com/news/366625378/Verizon-Business-opens-availability-for-V2X-connected-driving-platformhttps://www.capacitymedia.com/article/verizon-iot-transporthttps://www.thefastmode.com/technology-solutions/42358-eu-secure-satellite-network-iris-gets-backing-from-deutsche-telekomhttps://www.telecoms.com/satellite/deutsche-telekom-jumps-in-on-iris2-satellite-projecthttps://www.telcotitans.com/deutsche-telekomwatch/deutsche-telekom-to-handle-the-land-infra-for-eus-iris2-satellite-system/9326.articlehttps://www.telecomtv.com/content/access-evolution/what-s-up-with-deutsche-telekom-ses-intelsat-orange-ciena-53164/https://www.advanced-television.com/page/8030/https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/meta-ais-experimental-new-smart-glasses-can-see-everything-you-do-and-even-tell-how-you-feel-about-ithttps://www.techtimes.com/articles/310631/20250605/metas-aria-gen-2-smart-glasses-are-next-level-full-eye-tracking-system-can-apple-catch.htmhttps://www.hindustantimes.com/technology/meta-ai-s-experimental-smart-glasses-advanced-sensors-let-them-see-hear-and-even-sense-how-you-feel-about-your-surrou-101749200289611.htmlhttps://9to5mac.com/2025/06/04/meta-aria-gen-2-apple-glasses/https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/metas-smart-glasses-ambitions-just-got-supercharged-by-the-us-government

Global Connectivity: Google’s Humboldt Cable, Vietnam’s 5G Leap, and Vodafone’s Travel eSIM

Explore the latest in global connectivity as Google partners with Chile to launch the Humboldt Cable, a trans-Pacific undersea project set to revolutionize digital links between continents. Discover how Rakuten and MobiFone are pioneering 5G infrastructure in Vietnam with O-RAN technology. Plus, learn about Vodafone's innovative travel eSIM service, offering seamless mobile data connectivity for travelers worldwide. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://caliber.az/en/post/google-chile-partner-on-500-submarine-cable-to-bridge-continentshttps://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory/google-partners-chile-deploy-trans-pacific-submarine-cable-122515679https://www.capitalbrief.com/briefing/google-and-chile-sign-deal-for-sub-cable-linking-south-america-with-oceania-asia-8e80eeda-a1d6-4c7d-a077-30d6466d01a0/https://www.riotimesonline.com/chile-and-google-sign-deal-for-direct-fiber-optic-link-to-asia-pacific/https://www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/google-partners-with-chile-to-deploy-a-trans-pacific-submarine-cable-125060500083_1.htmlhttps://developingtelecoms.com/telecom-technology/wireless-networks/18592-mobifone-and-rakuten-symphony-aim-to-pioneer-open-ran-in-vietnam.htmlhttps://www.telecompaper.com/news/mobifone-taps-rakuten-symphony-for-open-ran-deployment-in-vietnam--1538763https://voip.review/2025/06/06/rakuten-symphony-mobifone-pilot-open-ran-vietnam/https://vir.com.vn/japans-rakuten-symphony-to-trial-4g-and-5g-open-ran-mobile-networks-in-vietnam-129965.htmlhttps://www.world-energy.org/article/52422.htmlhttps://www.sharesmagazine.co.uk/news/market/1749116869938435800/vodafone-launches-global-esim-travel-service-in-200-destinationshttps://www.ispreview.co.uk/index.php/2025/06/vodafone-uk-launches-new-5g-mobile-data-travel-esim-service.htmlhttps://intenttechpub.com/world-news/vodafone-launches-mobile-data-esim-for-travel-across-700-networks/https://www.vodafone.com/newshttps://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/VODAFONE-GROUP-PLC-15867071/news/Vodafone-launches-global-eSIM-travel-service-in-200-destinations-50165956/

Apple’s AI Leap, Senate’s Spectrum Bill, and Vantage’s Green Expansion

In today's episode, we explore Apple's upcoming AI-powered Shortcuts app set to revolutionize user automation at the WWDC 2025. We also delve into the U.S. Senate's new bill aimed at restoring the FCC's spectrum auction authority, a move poised to reshape wireless communications. Plus, Vantage Data Centers secures a massive $5 billion in green loans for its North American expansion, highlighting a shift towards sustainable data infrastructure. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.neowin.net/news/heres-every-new-ai-feature-apple-rumored-to-announce-at-wwdc-2025/https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-wwdc-2025-surprises-leak-ahead-of-event_id171092https://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/06/while-apples-shortcuts-app-will-introduce-ai-at-wwdc25-their-updated-swiftui-will-solve-major-pain-points-by-adding.htmlhttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/02/shortcuts-app-apple-intelligence-integration/https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/shortcuts-app-overhaul-apple-intelligence-ai-features-wwdc-2025-report-8565486https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/my-wwdc-2025-predictions-ios-26-gaming-health-and-more-expected-monday/https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/06/wwdc-2025-what-to-expect-from-this-years-conference/https://www.techradar.com/computing/software/apple-wwdc-2025https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/apple-wwdc-2025-preview-ios-updates-macos-ai-and-other-news-we-expect-next-week-210051033.htmlhttps://petapixel.com/2025/06/06/what-to-expect-at-apple-wwdc-2025/https://www.crfb.org/blogs/breaking-down-one-big-beautiful-billhttps://www.benton.org/headlines/senate-commerce-committee-chairman-cruz-releases-budget-reconciliation-texthttps://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/publications/2025/06/holland-knight-health-dose-june-3-2025https://spacepolicyonline.com/news/senate-committee-wants-to-keep-gateway-sls-and-orion/https://www.mintz.com/insights-center/viewpoints/2776/2025-06-06-whats-new-wireless-june-2025https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/vantage-obtains-5b-for-data-center-development/https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-secures-5b-in-incremental-green-loan-financings-to-support-demand-for-north-america-platform/https://www.morningsun.net/stories/vantage-data-centers-secures-5b-in-incremental-green-loan-financings-to-support-demand-for-north,207540https://northeast.newschannelnebraska.com/story/52823501/vantage-data-centers-secures-5b-in-incremental-green-loan-financings-to-support-demand-for-north-america-platformhttps://www.capacitymedia.com/article/vantage-data-centers-secures-5bn-in-green-loans-to-fuel-north-american-buildout

Meta’s AI Glasses, Apple’s Shortcut Revolution, and Nokia’s EU Drone Project

Explore Meta's groundbreaking Aria Gen 2 smart glasses designed for advanced AI research, Apple's upcoming AI-powered Shortcuts app set to transform user interactions, and Nokia's leadership in the EU's ambitious PROACTIF project aimed at enhancing robotics and civil security. Join us for an in-depth look at these technological advancements and their potential impact on the industry.Sources:https://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/meta-ais-experimental-new-smart-glasses-can-see-everything-you-do-and-even-tell-how-you-feel-about-ithttps://digitrendz.blog/newswire/artificial-intelligence/13832/metas-new-smart-glasses-whats-inside/https://9to5mac.com/2025/06/04/meta-aria-gen-2-apple-glasses/?extended-comments=1https://startupnews.fyi/2025/06/05/meta-raises-the-bar-for-apples-ai-glasses-ambitions/https://www.androidcentral.com/gaming/virtual-reality/metas-smart-glasses-ambitions-just-got-supercharged-by-the-us-governmenthttps://jang.com.pk/en/39609-wwdc-2025-apple-plans-to-launch-overhauled-shortcuts-app-newshttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/02/shortcuts-app-apple-intelligence-integration/https://www.gadgets360.com/apps/news/shortcuts-app-overhaul-apple-intelligence-ai-features-wwdc-2025-report-8565486https://9to5mac.com/2025/06/01/shortcuts-ai-revamp/https://www.techtimes.com/articles/310579/20250603/apples-secret-weapon-siri-could-soon-create-shortcuts-just-your-voice.htmhttps://defence-industry.eu/nokia-to-lead-eu-funded-proactif-project-advancing-robotics-and-unmanned-technology/https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2025/06/04/nokia-to-lead-multimillion-euro-robotics-and-unmanned-technology-project/91424/https://www.morningstar.com/news/dow-jones/202506044634/nokia-teams-up-with-defense-groups-in-european-unmanned-drone-projecthttps://www.capacitymedia.com/article/nokia-drone-projecthttps://btw.media/it-infrastructure/nokia-to-head-eu-project-on-autonomous-drones-and-robotics/

Meta’s AI Shift, Samsung’s New AI Partner, and Vantage’s Green Expansion

In today's episode, we explore Meta's transition from human to AI content moderation, Samsung's potential partnership with Perplexity AI for the Galaxy S26, and Vantage Data Centers' $5 billion green loan for North American growth. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/meta-plans-to-replace-its-human-content-security-employees-with-ai-2734260-2025-06-02https://www.thebridgechronicle.com/tech/meta-replacing-human-reviewers-ai-risk-assessmenthttps://content.techgig.com/technology/is-ai-taking-over-jobs-meta-cuts-90-of-human-roles-in-risk-assessments/articleshow/121590841.cmshttps://techxplore.com/news/2025-05-facebook-content-moderation-late.htmlhttps://www.crescendo.ai/news/latest-ai-news-and-updateshttps://www.gadgets360.com/ai/news/samsung-galaxy-s26-perplexity-deal-default-assistant-report-8585844https://9to5google.com/2025/06/03/samsung-galaxy-perplexity-deal-report/https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/the-samsung-galaxy-s26-could-feature-a-completely-different-ai-assistant-heres-what-we-knowhttps://www.phonearena.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s26-breakup-google_id170931https://www.sammobile.com/news/samsung-invest-perplexity-ai-galaxy-s26-ultra-bixby-samsung-internet-report/https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/vantage-obtains-5b-for-data-center-development/https://vantage-dc.com/news/vantage-data-centers-secures-5b-in-incremental-green-loan-financings-to-support-demand-for-north-america-platform/https://thetechcapital.com/vantage-data-centres-secures-5bn-green-financing-to-support-ai-growth/https://www.morningsun.net/stories/vantage-data-centers-secures-5b-in-incremental-green-loan-financings-to-support-demand-for-north,207540https://constructionreviewonline.com/news/massive-5b-investment-to-drive-vantage-data-centers-expansion-in-ohio-and-beyond/

Meta’s Nuclear Power Deal, Neuralink’s Funding Surge, and Apple’s AI Leap

In today's episode, we explore Meta's groundbreaking 20-year nuclear power agreement to fuel its AI operations, ensuring the Clinton plant's future and boosting local economies. We also delve into Neuralink's impressive $650 million Series E funding round, propelling advancements in brain-computer interfaces. Lastly, we discuss Apple's ambitious AI-powered Shortcuts app, set to revolutionize user automation. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.wglt.org/local-news/2025-06-03/meta-signs-20-year-agreement-to-purchase-nuclear-power-from-clinton-planthttps://about.fb.com/news/2025/06/meta-constellation-partner-clean-energy-project/https://www.axios.com/2025/06/03/meta-nuclear-ai-constellationhttps://cointelegraph.com/news/meta-20-year-nuclear-energy-deal-power-aihttps://coincentral.com/neuralink-secures-650m-series-e-funding-to-advance-brain-computer-trials/https://siliconangle.com/2025/06/02/neuralink-raises-another-650m-reported-9b-pre-money-valuation/https://seekingalpha.com/news/4454538-neuralink-raises-650m-through-series-e-funding-roundhttps://neuralink.com/blog/neuralink-raises-650m-series-e/https://economictimes.com/tech/funding/elon-musks-neuralink-raises-650-million-in-latest-funding-round/articleshow/121579536.cmshttps://www.tomsguide.com/ai/apple-intelligence/wwdc-2025-apple-cant-afford-to-take-a-gap-year-on-aihttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/03/wwdc-2025-ios-26-rumors/https://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/06/while-apples-shortcuts-app-will-introduce-ai-at-wwdc25-their-updated-swiftui-will-solve-major-pain-points-by-adding.htmlhttps://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/apples-wwdc-2025-keynote-may-be-an-ai-letdown-but-there-are-4-apple-intelligence-projects-its-working-on-that-you-should-be-excited-abouthttps://techtoro.io/blog/wwdc-what-to-expect-ahead-of-apples-developers-conference/

Tech Giants Embrace AI: Apple’s Shortcuts, Google’s On-Device Models, and Meta’s Content Moderation

In today's episode, we explore Apple's upcoming AI-powered Shortcuts app, Google's innovative A.I. Edge Gallery for offline model processing, and Meta's shift to AI-driven content moderation. Discover how these tech giants are integrating AI into their ecosystems, the benefits and challenges of these advancements, and what it means for the future of technology. Join us for an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in the tech industry.Sources:https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-wwdc-2025-what-to-expect-from-ios-19-or-26-apple-intelligence-visionos-and-more/https://www.pocket-lint.com/apple-wwdc-2025-expectations/https://www.patentlyapple.com/2025/06/while-apples-shortcuts-app-will-introduce-ai-at-wwdc25-their-updated-swiftui-will-solve-major-pain-points-by-adding.htmlhttps://www.techradar.com/computing/artificial-intelligence/apples-wwdc-2025-keynote-may-be-an-ai-letdown-but-there-are-4-apple-intelligence-projects-its-working-on-that-you-should-be-excited-abouthttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/02/shortcuts-app-apple-intelligence-integration/https://bgr.com/tech/googles-brilliant-new-ai-app-might-convince-you-to-buy-a-more-expensive-phone/https://www.techrepublic.com/article/news-google-ai-edge-gallery/https://www.pymnts.com/google/2025/google-debuts-app-to-let-users-run-ai-models-on-their-phones/https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/google-launches-app-to-let-anyone-run-ai-models-on-their-phone-without-internet-2733872-2025-06-01https://opentools.ai/news/googles-new-app-puts-ai-in-your-pockethttps://www.thebridgechronicle.com/tech/meta-replacing-human-reviewers-ai-risk-assessmenthttps://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/meta-plans-to-replace-its-human-content-security-employees-with-ai-2734260-2025-06-02https://techround.co.uk/news/where-meta-replacing-humans-ai-risks/https://techxplore.com/news/2025-05-facebook-content-moderation-late.htmlhttps://opentools.ai/news/meta-leaps-forward-90percent-of-product-risk-assessments-now-automated-with-ai