Elon Musk, who is known to hype Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta software updates with adjectives like “fire” and “mind-blowing,” surprises by actually managing expectations on Tesla’s upcoming v11 FSD Beta software update. FSD Beta enables Tesla vehicles to drive autonomously to a destination entered in the car’s navigation system, but the driver needs to… Continue reading Elon Musk does the impossible and manages expectations on Tesla’s next Full Self-Driving update
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Nissan Leaf, EV pioneer and sales dud, is reportedly on the chopping block
The Nissan Leaf, a pioneer electric vehicle and one of the cheapest EVs currently on the market, is nearing the end of its life span. According to a report in Automotive News, Nissan does not plan on introducing a next-generation version of the Leaf and may even discontinue the nameplate altogether. Production of the current… Continue reading Nissan Leaf, EV pioneer and sales dud, is reportedly on the chopping block
YouTuber Who Blasted Friend With Explosive Diarrhea Selling NFTs to Children Now
To get a sense of the current NFT market, consider the case of Stevin John, much better known as “Blippi” on YouTube. As BuzzFeed News revealed in an eyebrow-raising 2019 report, John used to perform gross-out stunts under the pseudonym “Steezy Grossman,” even going so far as to blast a friend with “explosive diarrhea” in… Continue reading YouTuber Who Blasted Friend With Explosive Diarrhea Selling NFTs to Children Now
Head of Tesla’s Self-Driving Abruptly Leaves Company as Efforts Sputter
That seems… sudden. Major Departure Andrej Karpathy, the head of Tesla’s AI department, has left the company, in a high profile departure from a department that oversees the company’s controversial Autopilot driving assistance feature. The news also comes on the heels of major layoffs for the company, with Musk announcing ten percent of Tesla employees… Continue reading Head of Tesla’s Self-Driving Abruptly Leaves Company as Efforts Sputter
Meta’s first human rights report defends the company’s misinformation strategy
Meta has released its first yearly human rights report, and you might not be shocked by the angle the company is taking. As CNBC notes, the 83-page document outlines the Facebook parent’s handling of human rights issues during 2020 and 2021, with a strong focus on justifying the company’s strategies for combatting misinformation and harassment.… Continue reading Meta’s first human rights report defends the company’s misinformation strategy
Introducing Engadget’s 2022 back to school gift guide!
It may be too early for you to think about the upcoming school year, but it can’t hurt to get a jump-start on planning. We don’t mean to take away from the myriad beach days and barbecues you have planned for the rest of the season – we merely want to help you prep for… Continue reading Introducing Engadget’s 2022 back to school gift guide!
Google’s tool to turn old laptops into Chromebooks is now widely available
Earlier this year, Google announced ChromeOS Flex, a tool that lets anyone take an old Windows or Mac laptop and give it new life by installing Chrome OS. After launching ChromeOS Flex in “early access,” Google now says that Flex is ready to “scale broadly” to more Macs and PCs. The basics remain the same.… Continue reading Google’s tool to turn old laptops into Chromebooks is now widely available
A single-player Aliens game is in the works for PC, consoles and VR
Between Alien: Isolation, Aliens: Fireteam Elite and the upcoming Aliens: Dark Descent, fans of Aliens games already have a number of titles to enjoy or look forward to. Now, Survios is adding another one to the mix. The studio is working with 20th Century Games on an untitled Aliens game for PC, consoles and virtual… Continue reading A single-player Aliens game is in the works for PC, consoles and VR
Robin Raises $30M in Series C Funding
Robin, a Boston, MA-based hybrid workplace company, raised $30M in Series C funding. The round was led by Tola Capital with participation from existing investors, including FirstMark, Accomplice, Boldstart, and Allegion Ventures. The company intends to use the funds to continue its platform innovation, accelerate international expansion, expand headcount and deepen strategic partnerships across its… Continue reading Robin Raises $30M in Series C Funding
Moove Closes USD20M Funding Round
Moove, a Johannesburg, South-Africa-based mobility fintech company, raised USD20M in funding. The round was led by Absa Corporate and Investment Banking. The company intends to use the funds to strengthen its product offering, and create more jobs enhancing South Africa operations to strengthen its expanding vehicle financing offering to more customers. Launched in 2020 by… Continue reading Moove Closes USD20M Funding Round