Tech Roundup 24/3/24: A Week of Innovation and Controversy

The tech industry is always in motion, and this past week was no exception. From groundbreaking advancements in AI to legal battles, here’s what’s has been happening:

Apple Under Fire 

The US Justice Department has taken aim at Apple, accusing the tech giant of monopolising the smartphone market. This lawsuit marks a significant challenge to Apple’s business practices and could have far-reaching implications for the industry if successful.

Neuralink Makes Moves 

Elon Musk’s Neuralink has been in the headlines with a patient successfully playing online chess using a brain implant. This development brings us one step closer to understanding the potential of brain-computer interfaces.

Reddit’s Market Debut 

Reddit has made a splash in the stock market with its shares jumping in value on the first day of trading. The social media platform, known for its many communities, is now being tested in the stock markets.

AI in Healthcare 

The UK’s NHS has used AI to find small spots of cancer missed by doctors. This innovation could revolutionise early cancer detection and treatment.

Space Tech Advances 

SEN.COM, a UK startup has sent 4K video cameras to the space station, marking a leap forward in space technology and exploration. This also sets a foundation for a new level of streaming.

Vans Security Breach 

Customers of Vans face a fraud risk after a data breach, reminding us of the ever-present cyber threats in our digital world. This could mean your data is out waiting for attackers, so check that you have not been compromised.

Nvidia’s AI Leap

Nvidia has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence chip, The Nvidia Blackwell Platform. This promises to push the boundaries of what’s possible in AI computing.

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Apple Lawsuit – India Today

Neuralink Logo – wikimedia

Reddit – The media Leader

NHS – People’s History NHS

SEN.COM – Sencom

Vans – creativebloq

Nvidia – Nvidia

Cover – BusinessInsider