Tech

Global Wave of Laws Threatens to Ban TikTok, Instagram for Children

Forty countries are moving beyond voluntary tech industry safeguards to enact strict legislation targeting social media platforms over concerns about addictive algorithms, cyberbullying, and rising depression rates among minors. The shift marks a major escalation in government regulation of Big Tech.

AI Designs Working Viruses From Scratch, Raising Bioweapon Fears

Stanford researchers used artificial intelligence to design and create functional viruses that attack antibiotic-resistant bacteria, demonstrating AI's capacity to write working genetic code—a breakthrough offering medical promise but stoking biosecurity concerns.

Musk Denies Reports of $6B Israeli AI Startup Acquisition

SpaceX founder Elon Musk dismissed reports of advanced negotiations to acquire Israeli AI company Decart for $6-7 billion, calling the story 'fake news' despite claims from multiple potential buyers.

Fields Medal Winner Joins OpenAI Despite AI Concerns

Jacob Zimmerman, one of mathematics' most prestigious award winners, has joined OpenAI to tackle what he calls the most important problem of his career, even as he harbors deep concerns about artificial intelligence.

Hollywood Learns Hard Lessons as Spider-Man Leak Exposes Piracy Crisis

A leaked Spider-Man film that went viral in hours revealed how social media platform X has become a sophisticated piracy infrastructure. Studios are now realizing that legal battles alone won't stop the problem—the theatrical experience itself may be the real defense.

Playtika Returns to Profit but Warns of Slowing Growth

Israeli gaming company Playtika posted $731 million in revenue and $48 million net profit, but user numbers declined and management forecasts weaker performance through year-end.

Israeli Tech Stocks Swing Wildly: Caltore Surges 30% While SolarEdge Plummets

Israeli-listed technology companies experienced extreme volatility during trading, with SolarEdge and Taboola dropping roughly 25% on disappointing guidance, while Caltore jumped over 30% amid AI demand and reduced losses.

Urban Air Mobility Takes Flight: Inside the Future of Airport Transport

A historic 24-hour flight and plans for air taxi services from London's airports signal a major shift in how travelers will bypass ground congestion. Three major aviation developments this week reshape the industry's landscape.

Qantas Completes Historic 24-Hour Test Flight Toward Round-the-World Journey

Australian carrier Qantas successfully completed a test flight lasting over 24 hours as preparation for an ambitious new project that could revolutionize ultra-long-haul aviation.

Bank Leumi Opens API to AI Agents, Reshaping Digital Banking

Israel's Bank Leumi is integrating with AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude, allowing customers to access financial data through personal AI agents. The move marks a significant shift toward AI-driven banking services.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Joins X, Follows Only 51 Accounts

Jensen Huang, CEO of chipmaking giant Nvidia, has joined X (formerly Twitter) and quickly amassed 500,000 followers. His highly curated follow list includes leaders from tech and AI including Sam Altman, Tim Cook, and Sundar Pichai.

Mobileye Founder Amnon Shashua Steps Down as CEO

Prof. Amnon Shashua, founder of Israeli autonomous vehicle technology company Mobileye, is stepping down as CEO after leading the firm's transformation of automotive safety. He will remain on the board and transition to chairman as Intel, the controlling shareholder, searches for his successor.

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