Problem: Buyers prefer to wait for Chinese electric vehicles rather than buy Western vehicles
Canadian EV customers are delaying their purchasing decisions while waiting for more Chinese EVs to arrive on their shores, according to a new survey, suggesting that widespread awareness of China’s EV dominance is causing EV buyers to completely…
With the flying Roadster, Tesla bids farewell to the automotive sector
The big picture: As speculation grows about a possible Tesla-SpaceX merger, the Roadster offers a tantalizing glimpse into how the two companies’ technologies could intersect. Tesla’s first Roadster, introduced nearly 20 years ago, helped…
Peter Rice’s hiring at Netflix could set the stage for a culture clash
The profile of a Hollywood executive – the role, the methods, the priorities – is now undergoing a complete transformation. The old definition of a successful studio executive was someone who is commercially successful, with a track record of great…
Popular restaurant Wendt’s on the Lake to close
VAN DYNE (WLUK) — A staple on the west shore of Lake Winnebago is closing its doors. Wendt’s on the Lake restaurant will close on Nov. 21, Shawn Wendt announced in a statement Friday. Wendt’s Marina will remain open. Wendt says he and…
Netflix shares fall as management shakeup aims to revive audience growth
Netflix (NFLX) stock fell in early trading Friday after the streaming giant announced a management shakeup amid slowing viewer engagement. Former Disney executive Peter Rice has been named Netflix’s next chief content officer, replacing Bela…
China decides to curb its technology exports, particularly those linked to AI and solar energy
HONG KONG (AP) — China announced plans Friday to restrict or ban exports of 40 technologies that cover artificial intelligencechips and solar power as its technology races with countries like UNITED STATES intensifies. The Ministry of Commerce and the…
How an Israeli company’s zero-click malware attack poses a risk to global security | Cybersecurity News
Simply visit a page or refresh an app to fall victim to a malware attack in which your personal data is stolen from a laptop or phone, researchers have found. You don’t even have to “click” on anything. An Israeli spyware company was…
New York’s Plaza Hotel to close in 2027 for 4 years of renovations
New York’s historic Plaza Hotel will close its doors in January 2027 for at least four years while it undergoes major restoration work on its protected facade, according to its operator, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. The hotel is expected to…
Disney pays $60 million to 66 Character.AI employees after technical layoffs
Disney is paying employees at an AI chatbot startup that filed for bankruptcy, shortly after cutting its own tech workforce. The Mouse House plans to pay $60 million a year to 66 Character.AI workers, according to a Chapter 11 filing filed Tuesday by its…
Is Anthropic worth $2 trillion? How about $1.5 trillion?
Anthropic’s (ANTH.PVT) work will contribute to massive changes in the U.S. economy and workforce, but how much is the leading AI lab really worth as a public company? Reuters, citing several people familiar with the matter, reported that current…