AssuranceAmerica, an auto insurance provider operating via independent agents, has reported a data breach impacting close to 7 million individuals. The breach exposed sensitive information such as driver’s license numbers and personal details linked to auto insurance customers. Details of the Data Breach The company identified suspicious activities on March 17, 2026, following a targeted […]
Businesses are increasingly feeling the financial strain from artificial intelligence expenses. Some companies are finding relief by adopting more affordable Chinese AI models as a cost-cutting measure. Flo Crivello, the founder of Lindy.ai, illustrated this trend with his startup, which creates AI assistants for managing emails and calendars. Initially, Lindy relied on Anthropic’s sophisticated AI […]
TAICHUNG, Taiwan — Taiwan, an island claimed by Beijing, is enhancing its defense strategy by manufacturing drones without using components from China. This initiative comes as a response to the global influence China holds over the drone industry. Similar to the measures taken by Ukraine, Taiwan is prioritizing self-reliance in technology. This approach aims to […]
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), a key player in China’s push for domestic artificial intelligence technology, is preparing for a major public offering in Shanghai aimed at raising nearly $10 billion. China’s top memory chip manufacturer is set to raise billions through a significant public offering, aligning with China’s technological self-reliance and ambition for global leadership […]
Apple has initiated a lawsuit against OpenAI, putting focus on a growing competition over consumer-facing AI products. This legal action centers on claims that OpenAI improperly obtained Apple’s confidential hardware information. As OpenAI explores its potential smartphone development, the dispute marks an escalation in the hardware competition within so-called ‘physical AI’ innovations, which include phones, […]
Some businesses are reducing their investment in AI technology. They report mixed outcomes and significant expenses as reasons for the pullback. This has sparked worries about the broader impact on the technology sector and its contribution to economic growth in the United States. The enthusiasm for AI in the corporate world has been notable. However, […]
Living in Florida, I know firsthand the challenges of dealing with extreme heat daily. Whether it’s sweating on a walk or struggling with the hot car interior, the heat feels unbearable. Portable fans offer a practical solution to make these everyday situations more manageable. At NBC Selected, my colleagues and I have tested various portable […]
Three Russian nationals have been indicted for allegedly defrauding Americans in 21 states of over $63 million. The indictment, issued in December 2024, was unsealed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio on a Tuesday. The individuals named are Alexander Alexandrovich Volosovik, 43, Kirill Andreevich Zatolokin, 34, and Yulia Vladimirovna Pankova, […]
Recent advancements at UC San Diego have showcased a remarkable medical breakthrough. Doctors used humanoid robots, valued at approximately $20,000, to remotely perform gallbladder surgery on a pig. This innovation highlights the potential of artificial intelligence in addressing surgeon shortages and enhancing global access to medical care. First-Ever Humanoid Robot Surgeries Humanoid robots have made […]
College Football 27, the newest edition from EA Sports, launched recently with considerable attention and criticism. A significant source of discontent among both college football and gaming fans was the inclusion of microtransactions. These transactions require players to spend real money to access certain game features. While microtransactions are increasingly common in modern video games, […]