Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed

Meta appeared to be blocking links to Pixelfed, a decentralized photo-sharing platform, on Facebook, according to both users on Bluesky and 404 Media. A small group of posts that linked to “pixelfed.social” was deleted, with Facebook’s “Community Standards on spam” used as a justification. When asked to comment, a Meta spokesperson said removing the posts… Continue reading Meta admits it deleted links to decentralized Instagram competitor Pixelfed

Samsung introduces new sleep-tracking metrics that take advantage of SmartThings enabled devices

Samsung just announced new sleep-tracking tools available via the company’s Health app. This includes a new analysis tool that leverages other SmartThings enabled devices. Each morning, users receive a “sleep environment report” that takes factors like temperature, humidity, air quality and light intensity into account. The app will also let folks automatically adjust room settings… Continue reading Samsung introduces new sleep-tracking metrics that take advantage of SmartThings enabled devices

Indonesian AI startup Bythen secures $5m funding led by Vector Inc, Skystar CapitalThe round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ve…

Bythen, an Indonesian AI startup for virtual creators, has announced a $5-million seed financing round led by Japan’s Vector Inc. and Indonesia’s VC Skystar Capital, according to an announcement on Tuesday. The round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ventures, BEENEXT, OSK, and AppWorks, as well as angel investors including William Tanuwijaya,… Continue reading Indonesian AI startup Bythen secures $5m funding led by Vector Inc, Skystar CapitalThe round also saw support from prominent investors such as East Ve…

PAG acquires majority stake in Indian packaging firm Pravesha IndustriesPAG has also signed definitive documents to invest in Manjushree Technopack.

Asia-focused private equity firm PAG said on Monday that it has acquired a majority stake in Indian pharmaceutical packaging company Pravesha Industries, according to a statement. Financial details were not disclosed in the statement. A source with knowledge of the matter said the deal gave Pravesha an enterprise value of $200 million. PAG and Pravesha declined to comment.… Continue reading PAG acquires majority stake in Indian packaging firm Pravesha IndustriesPAG has also signed definitive documents to invest in Manjushree Technopack.

BYD beat Toyota in EV sales on its home turf in 2024

The world’s largest EV maker is making a big statement overseas. In a historic win, BYD officially outsold Toyota in EV sales on its own home turf for the first time last year. BYD EV sales in Japan topped Toyota in 2024 After squeezing legacy automakers out of China with its low-cost electric cars, BYD is… Continue reading BYD beat Toyota in EV sales on its home turf in 2024

Here’s a look Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted testing in the US [Image]

The iconic electric car is due for a revival. Nissan’s next-gen LEAF was officially spotted testing in the US, giving us our best look at the upcoming EV so far. Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted in the US testing After launching the LEAF in 2010 as the first mass-market EV, Nissan’s electric hatch won over many… Continue reading Here’s a look Nissan’s next-gen LEAF spotted testing in the US [Image]

First look at Tesla’s new color on updated Model Y

We get a first look at Tesla’s new paint color launching on the updated Model Y: Glacier Blue. Dope or nope? Last week, Tesla unveiled the mid-cycle refresh of the Model Y in China, and a select few markets were supplied by Tesla’s factory in Shanghai, such as Australia and the Philippines. The first deliveries in… Continue reading First look at Tesla’s new color on updated Model Y

Tesla receives 50,000 orders for new Model Y on first day, report says

Tesla has reportedly received 50,000 orders for the new Model Y with an updated design in about 24 hours, according to a new report in China. Last week, Tesla unveiled the mid-cycle refresh of the Model Y in China and a select few markets supplied by Tesla’s factory in Shanghai. Deliveries are expected to start… Continue reading Tesla receives 50,000 orders for new Model Y on first day, report says