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Tesla App Enhances Digital Car Key, Apple’s Stance on Right-to-Repair Bill, Waymo Car Attacked in San Francisco

Tesla's iPhone app now supports ultra wideband technology for enhanced digital car key functionality. Apple argues against a right-to-repair bill in Oregon, raising questions about consumer choice and device security. A Waymo driverless car was attacked and set on fire in San Francisco, highlighting the challenges of public acceptance of autonomous vehicles. Stay updated on the latest advancements in automotive technology, the right-to-repair movement, and the societal implications of driverless technology.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/10/24068736/tesla-iphone-digital-car-key-ultra-widebandhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/9/24067957/apple-right-to-repair-oregon-bill-parts-pairing-banhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/09/apple-defends-parts-pairing-as-oregon-mulls-right-to-repair-bill/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/11/24069251/waymo-driverless-taxi-fire-vandalized-video-san-francisco-china-townOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Tesla’s iPhone app gets better digital car key support with ultra wideband(00:02:37) Apple argues against right-to-repair bill that would reduce its control(00:05:26) Apple defends parts pairing as Oregon mulls right-to-repair bill(00:07:53) A crowd destroyed a driverless Waymo car in San Francisco

Disney and Epic Games Collaborate for Metaverse, TikTok Faces EU Antitrust Rules

With Disney's magic, Fortnite is poised to win the metaverse. TikTok's attempt to stall DMA antitrust rules rejected by EU court. Plus, Apple eyes business as a prime market for the Apple Vision Pro. Also, Apple argues against right-to-repair bill that would reduce its control.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/09/epic-games-disney-fortnite-metaverse/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/9/24068129/tiktok-interim-measure-rejected-eu-general-courthttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/09/apple-eyes-business-as-a-prime-market-for-the-apple-vision-pro/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/9/24067957/apple-right-to-repair-oregon-bill-parts-pairing-banOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) With Disney's magic, Fortnite is poised to win the metaverse(00:03:19) TikTok’s attempt to stall DMA antitrust rules rejected by EU court(00:05:50) Apple eyes business as a prime market for the Apple Vision Pro(00:08:38) Apple argues against right-to-repair bill that would reduce its control

Xensam Raises $40M for AI Software Asset Management, Indian Panel Flags PhonePe and Google Pay Dominance

Xensam secures $40 million for AI-driven software asset management. Indian parliamentary panel raises concerns over PhonePe and Google Pay's dominance in UPI payments. Plus, SoftBank benefits from Arm's gains and Ring increases subscription prices for its basic plan.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/08/bootstrapped-for-8-years-xensam-has-now-snapped-up-40m-for-ai-that-manages-software-assets/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/08/indian-parliamentary-panel-red-flags-phonepe-and-google-pay-cornering-83-of-india-upi-payments/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/08/arms-gains-are-softbanks-gains/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/8/24066592/ring-video-doorbell-security-camera-subscription-price-increaseOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Bootstrapped for 8 years, Xensam has now snapped up $40M for AI that manages software assets(00:03:12) Indian parliamentary panel red-flags PhonePe and Google Pay cornering 83% of India's UPI payments amid Paytm clampdown(00:05:34) Arm's gains are SoftBank's gains(00:08:07) Ring is raising the price of its cheapest subscription plan by 25 percent

Google Blocks Sideloading in Singapore, RBI Defends Action on Paytm

Google takes a stand against financial scams in Singapore by blocking certain app sideloading. The Reserve Bank of India defends its actions on Paytm. Plus, Apple develops an AI image tool for editing photos with plain language descriptions. Also, Apple eyes a foldable iPhone following the Vision Pro launch.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/07/google-starts-blocking-users-from-sideloading-certain-apps-in-singapore/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/07/indian-central-bank-defends-proportionate-action-on-paytm/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-modelhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/07/apple-eyes-a-foldable-iphone-following-vision-pro-launch/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Google starts blocking users from sideloading certain apps in Singapore(00:03:08) Indian central bank defends 'proportionate' action on Paytm(00:05:55) Apple made an AI image tool that lets you make edits by describing them(00:08:16) Apple eyes a foldable iPhone following Vision Pro launch

Microsoft CEO Nadella on AI Leadership, Porsche Taycan’s Enhanced Performance, Guided Energy Optimizes EV Fleet Charging, Ford’s Low-Cost EV Project

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discusses Microsoft's AI leadership. The refreshed Porsche Taycan offers improved driving range and faster charging. Guided Energy revolutionizes EV fleet charging management. Ford's skunkworks project aims to develop a low-cost EV platform.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/06/microsoft-ceo-nadella-on-ai-llm-race-we-are-waiting-for-competition-to-arrive/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/6/24063359/porsche-taycan-refresh-ev-spec-photos-pricehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/06/guided-energy-helps-ev-fleet-managers-optimize-battery-charging/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/06/ex-tesla-exec-leading-ford-skunkworks-project-to-develop-low-cost-ev/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Microsoft CEO Nadella on AI LLM race: 'We are waiting for competition to arrive'(00:02:55) The refreshed Porsche Taycan will drive farther and charge faster than ever before(00:07:15) Guided Energy helps EV fleet managers optimize battery charging(00:10:00) Ex-Tesla exec leading Ford skunkworks project to develop low-cost EV

Open Source E-commerce Platform Raises $8M, China’s Generative Video Competition, Yamaha Motor Funds Indian EV Startup, Delivery Robots Raise $90M

Saleor, an open-source 'headless commerce' builder, closes an $8M funding round. Chinese tech giant Tencent unveils a new version of its open-source video generation model. Yamaha Motor fuels River's ambitious electric SUV two-wheeler rollout in India with a $40M funding round. Starship Technologies raises $90M as its sidewalk robots pass 6M deliveries.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/06/open-source-headless-commerce-builder-saleor-pulls-in-8m-round-led-by-target-global-and-zalando/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/05/chinas-generative-video-race-heats-up/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/05/river-funding-yamaha-motor-investment/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/05/starship-technologies-raises-90m-as-its-sidewalk-robots-pass-6m-deliveries/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Open Source 'headless commerce' builder Saleor closes $8M round led by Target Global and Zalando(00:03:15) China's generative video race heats up(00:05:50) Yamaha Motor fuels River's ambitious electric SUV two-wheeler rollout in India(00:09:20) Starship Technologies raises $90M as its sidewalk robots pass 6M deliveries

Google’s Bard Becomes Gemini, VC Strategies for AI Startups, A1 3D Printer Recall, and Naboo’s Seminar Revolution

Google plans major changes for its language model, Bard, now known as Gemini. Felicis shares insights on assessing and attracting winners in the crowded AI startup landscape. Bambu Lab recalls A1 3D printers due to safety concerns. Naboo revolutionizes company seminars with a personalized all-in-one experience. Stay updated on the latest developments in AI technology, venture investments, product safety, and corporate retreat trends with 'Simply Politics'.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/3/24060577/google-is-planning-some-big-changes-for-bard-including-its-namehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/04/how-vcs-can-assess-and-attract-winners-in-a-landscape-thats-now-crowded-with-ai-startups/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/4/24061794/bambu-lab-a1-3d-printer-recall-heatbed-cable-damagehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/02/04/naboo-provides-an-aibnb-like-experience-for-company-seminars/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Google is planning some big changes for Bard(00:02:14) How VCs can assess and attract winners in a landscape that's now crowded with AI startups(00:05:17) Bambu Lab is recalling every A1 3D printer — don’t use yours until you read this(00:07:18) Naboo provides an Aibnb-like experience for company seminars

Apple Vision Pro: Apps and Teardown, Samsung Galaxy S24 AI Review, Hugging Face’s Chatbot Creation

Discover the first apps for Apple's Vision Pro headset and get an inside look with iFixit's teardown. Explore the AI capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus smartphones. Learn about Hugging Face's new feature that makes creating custom chatbots easier than ever. Stay up to date with the latest in technology!Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/02/apple-vision-pro-here-are-the-first-apps-you-should-download/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/3/24059966/ifixit-apple-vision-pro-teardown-videohttps://www.theverge.com/24058916/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus-review-screen-battery-camerahttps://www.theverge.com/2024/2/3/24060736/hugging-face-makes-it-easier-to-create-its-custom-chatbotsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Apple Vision Pro: here are the first apps you should download(00:02:58) iFixit pulls the Vision Pro apart, exposing its connectors, screens, and fans(00:04:56) Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus review: smart choices(00:09:46) Hugging Face makes it easier to create its custom chatbots.

Secretive Moon Startup Raises Funding, Apple Vision Pro Apps, Samsung Galaxy S24 Review

A secretive moon startup led by ex-Blue Origin leaders raises a new tranche of funding. Apple Vision Pro headset is here, and we have the first apps you should download. Plus, Apple's $299 Developer Strap dongle adds a USB-C port to your Vision Pro. Also, a review of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus, the smart choices for flagship smartphones.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/02/secretive-moon-startup-led-by-ex-blue-origin-leaders-raises-new-tranche-of-funding/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/02/apple-vision-pro-here-are-the-first-apps-you-should-download/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059935/apples-299-developer-strap-dongle-adds-a-usb-c-port-to-your-vision-prohttps://www.theverge.com/24058916/samsung-galaxy-s24-plus-review-screen-battery-cameraOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Secretive moon startup led by ex-Blue Origin leaders raises new tranche of funding(00:03:25) Apple Vision Pro: here are the first apps you should download(00:05:45) Apple’s $299 Developer Strap dongle adds a USB-C port to your Vision Pro.(00:07:44) Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 Plus review: smart choices

YouTube Vision Pro App Released, Paytm Loses $2.1 Billion, Apple’s App Store Controversy Continues

YouTube Vision Pro app Juno released for Apple's Vision Pro headset. Paytm loses $2.1 billion in market cap due to RBI clampdown. Apple's App Store controversy continues with changes in response to EU regulations. Meta CEO criticizes Apple's policies on rival app stores in the EU.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/01/youtube-is-not-building-a-vision-pro-app-so-apollo-for-reddit-dev-made-one/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/01/indian-central-banks-clampdown-wipes-2-1-billion-off-paytm/https://techcrunch.com/2024/02/01/apple-says-eu-represents-7-of-global-app-store-revenue/https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/1/24058572/zuckerberg-meta-apple-app-store-iphone-eu-sideloadingOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) YouTube is not building a Vision Pro app, so Apollo for Reddit dev made one(00:03:01) Indian central bank's clampdown wipes $2.1 billion off Paytm(00:05:10) Apple says EU represents 7% of global App Store revenue(00:08:08) Meta says Apple has made it ‘very difficult’ to build rival app stores in the EU