Instagram latest update aims to help creators better understand one of the most frustrating aspects of the app: the dreaded “shadowban.” The app is updating its account status feature to help creators “understand if their account’s content is eligible to be recommended to non-followers.” With the change, Instagram will allow anyone using a “professional” account… Continue reading Instagram is telling creators when and why their posts are ‘shadowbanned’
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Ayaneo’s Air Pro is a taste of the portable PC gaming future
It’s been a bumper year for gaming on the go. For a spell, it kinda felt like Nintendo was the only name in town, but it’s since become one of the more exciting corners of gaming. Today, there are handheld options for everything from AAA to Indie to retro and beyond. Whatsmore, the current generation… Continue reading Ayaneo’s Air Pro is a taste of the portable PC gaming future
Blue Origin makes another bid for a NASA lunar lander contract
Blue Origin has made another attempt to secure a contract to build a lunar lander for NASA’s future Artemis missions. It teamed up with several other companies for the proposal, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Draper. Astrobotic and Honeybee Robotics are also involved. In 2021, NASA gave SpaceX a $2.9 billion contract to use a… Continue reading Blue Origin makes another bid for a NASA lunar lander contract
Free ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ update lets you choose what power-ups appear during races
At its core, Mario Kart is a game about trolling your friends. So what better way to ratchet up the hijinks than by allowing players to decide what power-ups spawn during races? Nintendo has released a free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe that adds custom item selection for offline VS races and select online modes.… Continue reading Free ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ update lets you choose what power-ups appear during races
Congress axes media revenue sharing bill after pushback from Google and Meta
A US government attempt to compensate publishers for web links has fallen apart, as Congress has cut the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act (JCPA) from the annual national defense spending bill. The measure would have made temporary exceptions to antitrust law letting media outlets negotiate revenue sharing deals, such as receiving a cut of ad… Continue reading Congress axes media revenue sharing bill after pushback from Google and Meta
This is the dock that lets Skydio drones truly fly themselves
Drones/ Tech / The Skydio Dock can automatically launch, land, protect, recharge, and remotely send missions to the self-flying drone. It’s almost completely autonomous — over short ranges and if you have a waiver. The Skydio Dock, with a Skydio X2 drone. Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The Verge Skydio is the only company making… Continue reading This is the dock that lets Skydio drones truly fly themselves
Apple Auto will not be available until 2026
There has been speculation about Apple’s car for years. It has now been announced that it will be launched in 2026. It has not been officially confirmed, but Apple is working on its own electric car that should have autonomous driving functions. The colloquial iCar was named ProjectTitan operated. There were many rumors about it… Continue reading Apple Auto will not be available until 2026
What Does the New Normal Look Like for Car Rental?
Electric vehicles, telematics, and contactless rentals are three key areas to watch that present potential threats from within. Photo: Canva You can’t beat a global pandemic to appreciate the value of a rental car. Forgive me for the flippant statement, but I’m being provocative to make a point. Hertz just posted revenue per unit, per… Continue reading What Does the New Normal Look Like for Car Rental?
Affirma Capital, Marina III divest stake in India’s Craftsman AutomationMarina III divested its entire stake of 5.48% in Craftsman Automation Ltd for …
Singapore-based buyout firm Affirma Capital and private equity firm Marina III Singapore Pte have divested their stake in Indian automotive components company Craftsman Automation Ltd. Marina III divested its entire stake of 5.48% in Craftsman Automation Ltd for $44.9 million (Rs 370 crore), show bulk data from India’s stock exchange operator. Go to Source
Uber launches Level Four self-driving taxis in Las Vegas
Uber has partnered with American start-up Motional to launch a public robotaxi service in the US city of Las Vegas. The service uses a fleet of Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric SUVs modified by the Korean car maker and Motional to be safe, reliable and cost-effective for the US market. It’s fitted with 30 exterior sensors as well as… Continue reading Uber launches Level Four self-driving taxis in Las Vegas