Simply Tech

Uber Eats Expands Delivery Robots to Japan, Amazon Launches ’Special Store’ for Value Fashion

Uber Eats brings sidewalk delivery robots to Japan, marking its first international expansion. Amazon plans to launch a 'special store' for value fashion in India. Plus, Ford cuts prices on electric Mustang as demand softens for premium EVs.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/20/24078453/uber-eats-sidewalk-delivery-robots-are-coming-to-japanhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/20/uber-eats-is-launching-a-delivery-service-with-cartkens-sidewalk-robots-in-japan/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/20/amazon-bazaar-store-india-low-cost-unbranded-fashion/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/20/ford-cuts-prices-on-electric-mustang-as-demand-softens-for-premium-evs/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Uber Eats’ sidewalk delivery robots are coming to Japan.(00:02:50) Uber Eats is launching a delivery service with Cartken's sidewalk robots in Japan(00:05:05) Amazon set to launch 'special store' for value fashion in India(00:07:35) Ford cuts prices on electric Mustang as demand softens for premium EVs

Singapore Fintech Acquires Trade Platform, Porsche Expands Hybrid Lineup

Singapore-based fintech Xalts acquires digital trade platform Contour Network. Porsche adds two new hybrids to its lineup of plug-in Panameras. Plus, Fujifilm announces the X100VI, its follow-up to a TikTok sensation. Also, Miruku grabs more capital as its plant-based dairy tech reaches proof of concept.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/19/xalts-contour/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/19/24077329/porsche-hybrids-4-4s-panamera-specs-pricehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/20/24075147/fujifilm-x100vi-camera-announced-features-pricehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/18/miruku-plant-dairy-food-tech/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Singapore-based fintech Xalts acquires digital trade platform Contour Network(00:03:31) Porsche adds two new hybrids to its lineup of plug-in Panameras(00:06:18) Fujifilm announces the X100VI, its follow-up to a TikTok sensation(00:09:15) Miruku grabs more capital as its plant-based dairy tech reaches proof of concept

Ford’s EV Strategy, Intel’s Subsidy Win, Twilio’s Uncertain Future, and Alphabet’s Growth-Stage Investing

Ford preps for its next big fight in the EV market. Intel on the verge of a $10B subsidy win. Twilio's customer data business under review. A peek inside Alphabet's $7 billion growth-stage investing arm, CapitalG. Join us for the latest news and insights on the future of transportation, semiconductor industry, tech companies, and venture capital.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/18/ford-preps-for-its-next-big-fight-waymo-recalls-its-self-driving-car-software-and-layoffs-come-for-another-av-startup/https://www.tipranks.com/news/intel-nasdaqintc-on-the-verge-of-10b-subsidy-winhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/18/twilio-activist-pressure-segment-sale/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/16/a-peek-at-how-things-work-today-inside-alphabets-7-billion-growth-stage-investing-arm-capitalg/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Ford preps for its next big fight, Waymo recalls its self-driving car software and layoffs come for another AV startup(00:04:02) Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) on the Verge of $10B Subsidy Win(00:06:11) With Twilio under activist pressure, Segment could be put up for sale(00:09:18) A peek inside Alphabet's $7 billion growth-stage investing arm, CapitalG

Robots Revolutionize Construction, OpenAI’s Sora AI Model, Apple Pay Outage, and Y Combinator’s Call for MRI Startups

Dutch startup Monumental is using robots to lay bricks, disrupting the construction industry. OpenAI releases Sora, a credit score-based dating app launches, and an anti-Tesla ad comes under fire. Apple Pay is down for Chase customers, and Y Combinator wants 100 times more MRI scans for early cancer detection. Stay updated on the latest tech news and innovations with Simply Tech.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/17/dutch-startup-monumental-is-using-robots-to-lay-bricks/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/17/openai-releases-sora-a-credit-score-based-dating-app-launches-and-an-anti-tesla-ad-comes-under-fire/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/17/24075840/apple-pay-is-down-for-chase-customers-and-perhaps-othershttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/17/y-combinator-mri-cancer/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Dutch startup Monumental is using robots to lay bricks(00:02:41) OpenAI releases Sora, a credit score–based dating app launches and an anti-Tesla ad comes under fire(00:04:57) Apple Pay is down for Chase customers, and perhaps others(00:06:29) Y Combinator wants 100 times more MRI scans

Alphabet’s CapitalG: A New Era of Venture Investing, Wyze Cameras’ Privacy Breach, Amazon’s Attack on Labor Law, and Android 15’s Developer Preview

Laela Sturdy takes the helm at Alphabet's CapitalG, ushering in a new era of venture investing. Wyze cameras reportedly let owners see into a stranger's home, raising concerns about privacy and IoT security. Amazon and SpaceX are quietly trying to demolish national labor law, threatening worker rights. Android 15's first developer preview has arrived, bringing under-the-hood tweaks and updates to enhance performance and user experience. Stay informed about the latest developments in technology, investment, privacy, and worker rights with 'Simply Tech'.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/16/a-peek-at-how-things-work-today-inside-alphabets-7-billion-growth-stage-investing-arm-capitalg/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/16/24075369/wyze-security-camera-stranger-feeds-glitchhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/16/amazon-and-spacex-are-quietly-trying-to-demolish-national-labor-law/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/16/24074987/android-15-developer-preview-vanilla-ice-creamOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) A peek at how things work today inside Alphabet's $7 billion growth-stage investing arm, CapitalG(00:04:43) Wyze cameras reportedly let owners see into a stranger’s home(00:07:08) Amazon and SpaceX are quietly trying to demolish national labor law(00:09:18) Android 15’s first developer preview has arrived

OpenAI’s Sora Model Revolutionizes Video Games, Pacifico Biolabs Disrupts Seafood Industry

OpenAI unveils Sora, a groundbreaking video-generating model with potential for realistic procedurally generated games. Pacifico Biolabs emerges with a fermentation process for sustainable alternative seafood. Plus, Apple's AI updates to Spotlight and Xcode and Microsoft teases next-gen Xbox with unique hardware.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/15/openais-sora-video-generating-model-can-render-video-games-too/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/16/pacifico-biolabs-fermentation-alternative-seafood/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/15/24074455/apple-generative-ai-xcode-spotlight-testinghttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/15/24073723/microsoft-xbox-next-gen-hardware-phil-spencer-handheldOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) OpenAI's Sora video-generating model can render video games, too(00:02:54) Pacifico Biolabs emerges from stealth with fermentation process for alternative seafood(00:05:16) Apple is reportedly working on AI updates to Spotlight and Xcode(00:07:39) Microsoft teases next-gen Xbox with “largest technical leap” and new “unique” hardware

GM Expands Hands-Free Driving, Nvidia Surpasses Amazon and Alphabet

GM is expanding its hands-free driving system to rural highways. Nvidia's market capitalization surpasses Amazon and Alphabet. Plus, Varda Space Industries gets approval to bring its drug manufacturing spacecraft back to Earth. Also, the largest text-to-speech AI model yet shows 'emergent abilities'.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/14/gm-is-expanding-its-hands-free-driving-system-to-rural-highways/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/14/24073384/nvidia-market-cap-passes-amazon-alphabethttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/14/varda-space-industries-finally-gets-approval-to-bring-its-drug-manufacturing-spacecraft-back-to-earth/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/14/largest-text-to-speech-ai-model-yet-shows-emergent-abilities/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) GM is expanding its hands-free driving system to rural highways(00:03:54) Nvidia is now worth more than Amazon and Alphabet(00:05:58) Varda Space Industries finally gets approval to bring its drug manufacturing spacecraft back to Earth(00:08:01) Largest text-to-speech AI model yet shows 'emergent abilities'

Roam Secures $24M for Electric Vehicle Production, Zuckerberg Prefers Quest 3 over Vision Pro

Roam raises $24M to scale electric vehicle production in Kenya. Mark Zuckerberg surprises with his preference for Meta's Quest 3 over Apple's Vision Pro headset. Plus, Waymo recalls and updates robotaxi software after two cars crashed into the same towed truck.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/14/roam-raises-24m-series-a-funding/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/13/surprise-mark-zuckerberg-thinks-quest-3-is-better-than-vision-pro/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/13/waymo-recall-crash-software-self-driving-cars/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/13/24072413/mark-zuckerberg-apple-vision-pro-review-quest-3Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Roam raises $24M to scale electric vehicle production in Kenya(00:03:13) Surprise! Mark Zuckerberg thinks Quest 3 is better than Vision Pro(00:05:40) Waymo recalls and updates robotaxi software after two cars crashed into the same towed truck(00:08:57) After trying the Vision Pro, Mark Zuckerberg says Quest 3 ‘is the better product, period’

Chevy Equinox EV: Affordable and Competitive, NASA’s New Spacesuit Passes Microgravity Test

The Chevy Equinox EV offers a range of 319 miles and a starting price of $34,995, making it an affordable and practical choice in the electric vehicle market. Collins Aerospace achieves a milestone with their new spacesuit, demonstrating mobility and functionality in microgravity conditions. Our viewers will be intrigued by the Equinox EV's features and performance, as well as the advancements in spacesuit design for future space exploration missions.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/12/24070558/gm-chevy-equinox-ev-price-range-trim-model-datehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/12/24071144/nasa-collins-aerospace-iss-eva-spacesuit-gravityhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/12/24070473/google-pixel-fold-apple-studio-display-monitor-victrola-stream-onyx-turntable-deal-salehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/12/bob-w-airbnb-like-raises-40-million-euros-premium-accommodation/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:46) The Chevy Equinox EV will get 319 miles of range and start at around $35,000(00:03:27) One of NASA’s new spacesuits passes microgravity test(00:05:10) Google’s Pixel Fold has returned to an all-time low thanks to a $400 discount(00:08:00) Bob W, a European short-stay apartment rental marketplace, raises $43M

Tesla’s Ultra Wideband Car Key, Samsung Galaxy Watch Detects Sleep Apnea

Tesla's iPhone app now supports ultra wideband technology for digital car keys. Samsung Galaxy Watch receives FDA authorization for sleep apnea detection. Plus, Apple argues against a right-to-repair bill, and Epic Games collaborates with Disney to create a metaverse in Fortnite.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/10/24068736/tesla-iphone-digital-car-key-ultra-widebandhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/9/24067819/samsung-galaxy-watch-sleep-apnea-tracker-fda-de-novo-authorizationhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/9/24067957/apple-right-to-repair-oregon-bill-parts-pairing-banhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/09/epic-games-disney-fortnite-metaverse/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Tesla’s iPhone app gets better digital car key support with ultra wideband(00:02:55) Samsung Galaxy Watch cleared for sleep apnea detection(00:05:16) Apple argues against right-to-repair bill that would reduce its control(00:08:23) With Disney's magic, Fortnite is poised to win the metaverse