Tesla has launched updated versions of its flagship Model S and Model X vehicles. The updates are fairly minor, but they come with a $5,000 higher price tag. In February, Tesla confirmed that it plans to release a refresh of Model S and Model X later this year. Over the last few weeks, slightly updated Model S… Continue reading Tesla launches updated Model S and Model X: the biggest change is the price
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PCIe 7.0 is coming, but not soon, and not for you
Unless you’re a datacenter or quantum computer. Unless you’re a datacenter or quantum computer. Jess Weatherbed is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. The PCIe 7.0 specification has now been released, while many of us are still waiting for… Continue reading PCIe 7.0 is coming, but not soon, and not for you
Clean Technica: EV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May004061
Things are happening in the new car market in China that those of us outside of China may not fully understand. At the end of May, BYD announced sweeping price cuts of up to 34 percent, a move that sent shockwaves through the domestic industry and sent stock valuations — including its own — tumbling.… Continue reading Clean Technica: EV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May004061
Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Date Was Supposed to Be Today, But We’re Shocked to Hear That It’s Been Pushed Back
The launch of Tesla’s robotaxi network will have to wait. On Tuesday, CEO Elon Musk made a tweet stating that, “tentatively,” the first public rides on its autonomous vehicles — which will not be in its purpose-built Cybercabs, but in regular Teslas with updated software — will start on June 22. But the date could… Continue reading Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Date Was Supposed to Be Today, But We’re Shocked to Hear That It’s Been Pushed Back
Stanford Research Finds That “Therapist” Chatbots Are Encouraging Users’ Schizophrenic Delusions and Suicidal Thoughts
Huge numbers of people are either already using chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude as therapists, or turning to commercial AI therapy platforms for help during dark moments. But is the tech ready for that immense responsibility? A new study by researchers at Stanford University found that the answer is, at least currently, a resounding “no.” Specifically, they found that… Continue reading Stanford Research Finds That “Therapist” Chatbots Are Encouraging Users’ Schizophrenic Delusions and Suicidal Thoughts
The Meta AI App Lets You ‘Discover’ People’s Bizarrely Personal Chats
“What counties [sic] do younger women like older white men,” a public message from a user on Meta’s AI platform says. “I need details, I’m 66 and single. I’m from Iowa and open to moving to a new country if I can find a younger woman.” The chatbot responded enthusiastically: “You’re looking for a fresh… Continue reading The Meta AI App Lets You ‘Discover’ People’s Bizarrely Personal Chats
a16z-backed Infinite Machine shows off cheaper, modular electric scooter
New York-based micromobility startup Infinite Machine has revealed a seated scooter called Olto that will cost $3,495 when it starts shipping later this year. The Olto will feature 40 miles of range, pulled from an easily swappable 48V lithium-ion battery. Infinite Machine says the Olto will have a top speed of 20 miles per hour… Continue reading a16z-backed Infinite Machine shows off cheaper, modular electric scooter
Toyota is teaming up with China’s biggest tech giants to gain an edge in EVs
Toyota said “god-level allies are coming to help,” and it looks like it’s coming true. After announcing several new partnerships with China’s tech leaders, Toyota will use advanced software, smart driving features, AI, and more in its upcoming EVs. Toyota partners with China’s tech leaders for EVs GAC Toyota, the company’s joint venture in China,… Continue reading Toyota is teaming up with China’s biggest tech giants to gain an edge in EVs
Trump’s protest threats raise surveillance alarms around his military parade
Protesters can take steps to limit their risk. Protesters can take steps to limit their risk. Lauren Feiner is a senior policy reporter at The Verge, covering the intersection of Silicon Valley and Capitol Hill. She spent 5 years covering tech policy at CNBC, writing about antitrust, privacy, and content moderation reform. President Donald Trump’s… Continue reading Trump’s protest threats raise surveillance alarms around his military parade
Tesla Drivers Sue Elon Musk for Turning Their Cars Into “Extreme” Right-Wing Symbols
“Tesla branded vehicles have become strong political symbols and now appear to be veritable extreme-right ‘totems.’” The Implications Tesla drivers in France are suing Elon Musk’s EV maker for turning their vehicles into what they characterize as “extreme-right” symbols. As news agency France 24 reports, the owners are demanding that their lease contracts be terminated… Continue reading Tesla Drivers Sue Elon Musk for Turning Their Cars Into “Extreme” Right-Wing Symbols